The catch
BISSELL Little Green
With such a short attachment hose, you end up repositioning the body around a sofa or vehicle.
Side by side
BISSELL Little Green 1400B vs Max Pet SmartMix, Compared: Max lightens carrying and measures formula, while 1400B stretches fills
Quick verdict
A larger clean tank and manual solution control favor Little Green 1400B. Lighter carrying and automatic formula dosing favor Max Pet SmartMix.
Before you buy
Why, and what it costs you
Put tank capacities in the same units
Clean-liquid capacity is 0.38 US gallon for Little Green and 0.25 for Little Green Max Pet SmartMix. The gap between them is 16 fluid ounces, before recovery-tank limits come into play.
Where this comes from
128 US fluid ounces =1 US gallon. The capacities on record are 48 and 32 fl oz. Converting puts tank volume on one scale and says nothing about cleaning coverage.
The catch
BISSELL Little Green Max Pet SmartMix
A large sectional is too much for the 32-ounce tanks, which suit spot work.
BISSELL Little Green
- Why pick it
- A longer stretch between fills matters
- You like mixing the formula by hand
- The catch
- With such a short attachment hose, you end up repositioning the body around a sofa or vehicle.
BISSELL Little Green Max Pet SmartMix
- Why pick it
- The lighter portable cleaner appeals
- You'd rather not measure every solution mix
- The catch
- A large sectional is too much for the 32-ounce tanks, which suit spot work.
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What this page compares
Little Green 1400B gives you a larger clean tank and manual control of the solution. Max Pet SmartMix offers lighter carrying and automatic formula dosing.
The original Little Green carries more clean liquid
Which one fits
Pick the situations that sound like you
A longer stretch between fills matters
Compared with the 32-ounce tank on the Max SmartMix, its 48-ounce tank is 50% larger. Longer spot work is where that counts, although your application technique decides the actual coverage.
- BISSELL Little Green
- Better fit
- BISSELL Little Green Max Pet SmartMix
- Depends
The lighter portable cleaner appeals
At 8.2 pounds, the Max is lighter than the 1400B at 9.65. Automatic dosing earns its keep when a quick setup matters more than getting the most out of each fill.
- BISSELL Little Green
- Depends
- BISSELL Little Green Max Pet SmartMix
- Better fit
Look at the whole setup
Accessories listed on the 1400B official page may differ from the Amazon carton. Verify the rinse and stain tools in the package you pick instead of assuming that every Little Green bundle is identical.
- BISSELL Little Green
- Depends
- BISSELL Little Green Max Pet SmartMix
- Depends
Max SmartMix is 1.45 pounds lighter, at a cost of 16 ounces of clean capacity
On the lighter Max the clean tank is 32 ounces, while the 1400B has 48 ounces.
- BISSELL Little Green
- Depends
- BISSELL Little Green Max Pet SmartMix
- Depends
In practice
Differences you will notice
Put tank capacities in the same units
Clean-liquid capacity is 0.38 US gallon for Little Green and 0.25 for Little Green Max Pet SmartMix. The gap between them is 16 fluid ounces, before recovery-tank limits come into play.
How we worked this out
128 US fluid ounces =1 US gallon. The capacities on record are 48 and 32 fl oz. Converting puts tank volume on one scale and says nothing about cleaning coverage.
Factor in the water before you lift
Filling the clean tank puts roughly 3.13 pounds of water weight on Little Green and 2.08 pounds on Little Green Max Pet SmartMix. Follow the manual when you move and fill them.
How we worked this out
Approximate water mass = clean capacity in US gallons ×8.34 lb/gal. Inputs 48/128 and 32/128 gallons. The real total shifts with formula concentration, leftover dirty water and tools.
Max SmartMix is 1.45 pounds lighter, at a cost of 16 ounces of clean capacity
On the lighter Max the clean tank is 32 ounces, while the 1400B has 48 ounces.
How we worked this out
9.65 - 8.2 = 1.45 lb. 48 - 32 = 16 US fl oz. 16 / 48 × 100 = 33.3%, which is the drop in nominal clean volume.
Option A
BISSELL, 1400B
Little Green
A well-known portable with a 48-ounce tank. You spray, scrub and extract directly on the spot.
- Best for
- Basic upholstery cleaning and the occasional household spill
Facts we checked
- BISSELL's listing gives a 48-ounce tank, 15-foot cord and weight under 10 pounds.
- Separate clean and recovery tanks are used on the 1400B.
- The compact hose tool sprays, scrubs and extracts on carpet and upholstery.
Option B
BISSELL, 38572
Little Green Max Pet SmartMix
Formula is metered automatically on this light portable, which also comes with a self-cleaning stain tool.
- Best for
- If small pet messes are frequent and you want less measuring and rinsing
Facts we checked
- During cleaning, SmartMix meters water and formula.
- BISSELL's listing gives separate 32-ounce clean and dirty tanks and an 8.2-pound weight.
- A self-cleaning tough-stain tool and a pet hair removal tool come in the bundle.
Spec by spec
Where they really differ
| Spec | BISSELL Little Green | BISSELL Little Green Max Pet SmartMix | In practice |
|---|---|---|---|
| Machine type | Portable spot cleaner | Portable spot cleaner | Using a spot cleaner in place of a whole-room upright is not efficient. |
| Nominal clean tank | 48 US fl oz | 32 US fl oz | Capacity does not promise area covered. |
| Empty weight | 9.65 lb | 8.2 lb | Weight goes up with water, tools and solution. |
| Hose | Maker page conflicts between 4 and 4.5 ft | Check exact listing | Look at exactly what the bundle contains, and at any model documentation that disagrees. |
| Power cord | 15 ft | Check exact manual | Usable reach depends on outlet position. |
| Cleaning system | Manual solution mixing and hose extraction | SmartMix automatic formula dosing | A feature list cannot name a winner without a matched cleaning test. |
Trade-offs
What each pick costs you
With BISSELL Little Green
- The current official 1400B page lists HydroRinse, but tool packs differ, so confirm what comes in the Amazon carton.
With BISSELL Little Green Max Pet SmartMix
- You only get SmartMix's convenience if you use the compatible formula reservoir correctly.
Decision guide
How to decide
If you want a larger clean tank and to control the solution yourself, choose Little Green 1400B. If lighter carrying and automatic formula dosing come first, choose Max Pet SmartMix.
The original Little Green carries more clean liquid
Compared with the 32-ounce tank on the Max SmartMix, its 48-ounce tank is 50% larger. Longer spot work is where that counts, although your application technique decides the actual coverage.
SmartMix cuts weight and dosing effort
At 8.2 pounds, the Max is lighter than the 1400B at 9.65. Automatic dosing earns its keep when a quick setup matters more than getting the most out of each fill.
Check the exact tool pack
Accessories listed on the 1400B official page may differ from the Amazon carton. Verify the rinse and stain tools in the package you pick instead of assuming that every Little Green bundle is identical.
What this page can’t tell you
- These conclusions are drawn from published specifications and the stated calculations. No hands-on performance test stands behind them.
By the numbers
What the data shows
What we found across the carpet cleaners we compare, plus the checked facts behind each finding.
How many fit
This guide keeps all 22 models in play. The pick rests on the facts and trade-offs on this page.
22 models fit, out of 22 checkedShow the facts and the math
How we countedNo needs are preselected here. Open the matcher and add the ones that apply to your home, room or setup.
| Product | Needs it meets | Facts we checked | Sources |
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| BISSELL Little Green | None of these needs is a documented match |
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| BISSELL Little Green Max Pet SmartMix | None of these needs is a documented match |
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