CrossWave OmniForce Edge vs. CrossWave OmniFind: Which One is Right for You?
With the ability to both vacuum, mop and dry in one go, the CrossWave series from BISSELL is one of the most convenient and efficient ways to clean your hard floors.
With the launch of the CrossWave in 2016, the first ever 2-in-1 vacuum and mop for hard floors. BISSELL has revolutionized the way we clean hard floors. Since then, BISSELL have expanded the CrossWave range with different models, each with unique features to cater to specific needs.
In this blog, we’ll explore the key differences between two of the latest models, the CrossWave OmniForce Edge and the CrossWave OmniFind, and help you decide which one is the perfect fit for your home.
Features Available on Both Models

Both the OmniForce Edge and the OmniFind offer complete cordless convenience, with up to 30 minutes and 25 minutes run-time respectively, they provide enough battery life to tackle all the hard floors in most UK homes.
- FreshStart: This is designed to maintain cleanliness and prolong the life of the machine, as well as preventing odour-causing residue. The FreshStart system consists of an antimicrobial filter and clean-out cycle solution.
- Multi-Surface Cleaning: The OmniForce Edge is designed to clean a variety of surfaces, from hardwood and tiles and can refresh area rugs. It seamlessly transitions between floor types, making it an excellent option for homes with diverse flooring.
- Two Tank Technology: With two separate water tanks, cleaning solution is added to one tank dirty water is sucked into a separate tank, which ensure that you are always cleaning your floors with fresh water and solution.
- Lightweight Design: Weighing just 4.8kg, the OmniForce Edge and OmniFind are ideal wet and dry vacuums for anyone who prefers a lightweight and easy-to-move model. The compact design means you can store it more easily and carry it around without strain.
CrossWave OmniForce Edge: Powerful Precision Cleaning

The CrossWave OmniForce Edge is a heavy-duty, high-performance hard floor cleaner designed to tackle tough messes on a variety of hard floors and for refreshing area rugs. It is the only wet floor cleaner that also features a dry vacuum mode so you can vacuum and mop together or powerfully vacuum alone. Here’s a closer look at what makes this model stand out:
Key Features:
- Powerful Suction and Cleaning Performance: The OmniForce Edge features a high-power motor, which effortlessly pulls in dirt, debris, and liquids and a high powered Turbo mode that provides additional performance when you need it with 75% more suction than the previous high end CrossWave model. Whether you're dealing with sticky messes or large particles, the OmniForce Edge handles it all.
- Up to 30 Minutes Run Time: Equipped with a high-capacity battery, the OmniForce Edge ensures you can clean larger areas without the need to stop and recharge constantly. This makes it ideal for bigger homes or for those with large open-plan spaces.
- Enhanced Edge Cleaning: One of the standout features of the OmniForce Edge is its specialized ZeroGap edge-cleaning technology. It’s engineered to leave no gap and clean tight to the wall, leaving behind a cleaner, more thorough finish around the edges of rooms.
- Smart Features: The OmniForce Edge includes BISSELL’s advanced smart technology, offering features like automatic surface detection, which adjusts the machine’s power based on the floor type. This ensures optimal cleaning on every surface.
Why Choose the OmniForce Edge?
- It’s perfect for larger homes with mixed flooring.
- The powerful suction, separate power vac and power mop modes, turbo mode as well as up to 30 minutes runtime make it the ideal machine for tackling larger messes.
- The brush roll designed for enhanced edge cleaning allows you to clean right up to the wall, without leaving a gap.
CrossWave OmniFind: Find and Clean Messes that Other Cleaners Miss

The CrossWave OmniFind offers incredible cleaning performance, especially for homes with pets as the patented FurFinder headlights make dirt and debris easy to see. The powerful cleaning performance means that any dirt you find will be cleaned up in next to no time.
Key Features:
- Enhanced Pet Hair Cleaning: The OmniFind is equipped with unique FurFinder headlights that use patented high and low beam technology to illuminate debris such as pet hair. The OmniFind also features tangle-free technology to minimise hair wrap and clogging.
- Up to 25 Minutes Run Time: The battery on the OmniForce Edge ensures you can clean larger areas without the need to stop and recharge constantly. This makes it ideal for bigger homes or for those with large open-plan spaces.
Why Choose the OmniFind?
- Pet owners who want to find and pick up the dirt and dander that other non-illuminated vacuum mops may miss.
- It’s a more budget-friendly option for individuals who don’t require the advanced features or heavy-duty performance of the OmniForce Edge.
Which Hard Floor Cleaner is Right for You?

Both the CrossWave OmniForce Edge and the CrossWave OmniFind are outstanding machines, but they cater to different needs and preferences. Here’s a quick rundown of who might prefer one over the other:
- Choose the CrossWave OmniForce Edge if you need a high-performance, heavy-duty cleaning solution for larger homes with mixed flooring. Its extended runtime, powerful suction, and advanced edge-cleaning technology make it the ideal choice for anyone looking for precision and efficiency.
- Choose the CrossWave OmniFind if you have a smaller home or apartment and need a lightweight, more compact solution. Its quick charge, versatile cleaning capabilities, and affordability make it perfect for cleaning tasks in spaces with less floor area.
Ultimately, both models offer the excellent cleaning technology BISSELL is known for. It’s just a matter of matching the right model to your home’s size, the type of cleaning you require, and your personal preferences.