Bissell CrossWave OmniForce vs OmniForce Edge: Which Should You Choose?
Naila Syifa
Updated May 2025
Bissell CrossWave OmniForce Edge is a Bissell CrossWave OmniForce plus a specialized edge-cleaning brush. They retail for US$399.99 and US$379.99, respectively, just $20 apart.
In this article, I'll be comparing the key differences between these two cordless wet/dry vacuums to help you decide which one is right for your needs.
Key Takeaways
The only real distinguishing factors between the two are the edge cleaning brush and the slight tank capacity difference. Apart from that, the OmniForce and OmniForce Edge are nearly identical in design, features, controls, and runtime. Edge cleaning can make a big difference for some users, so the modest $20 premium for the OmniForce Edge is likely worth it for most.
Bissell CrossWave OmniForce
Clean Powerfully
✓ 12-inch Cleaning Path
✓ 0.44L Dirty + 0.61L Clean Tank
✓ Power Vac, Power Mop & Turbo
✓ LCD Screen
Bissell CrossWave OmniForce Edge
Clean Powerfully & Thoroughly
✓ ZeroGap Edge Cleaning
✓ 0.45L Dirty + 0.62L Clean Tank
✓ Power Vac, Power Mop & Turbo
✓ LCD Screen
Design & Controls
Bissell CrossWave OmniForce Edge
The Bissell CrossWave OmniForce and OmniForce Edge are so very similar in design and appearance that if not for the color, they'd be hard to tell apart. The standard OmniForce has a more greyish body while the OmniForce Edge is predominantly black.
But the more distinctive difference comes down to the roller brush. The OmniForce Edge has a specialized edge-cleaning brush that helps gather dirt and debris along baseboards and edges. Known as ZeroGap technology, one side of the brush can reach closer to the edge with a zero millimeter gap, providing more thorough cleaning.
The standard OmniForce, on the other hand, has a standard roller brush without the specialized edge feature. This can be frustrating when trying to clean along edges and corners where dirt tends to accumulate.
Bissell CrossWave OmniForce
Another important difference I can't ignore is their different water tank capacity. The standard OmniForce Edge has a slight edge in tank size, capable of holding 450 mL of dirty water and 620 mL of clean water.
And when I say slight, I really do mean slight, because the standard OmniForce has a respectable dirty water tank of 440 mL and a clean water tank of 610 mL, just 10 mL less compared to the Edge.
Apart from those three key distinctions, the overall design is nearly identical between the two models, including the controls. Both have four buttons around the handle and a digital display on the top of the body, giving the same suite of options and monitoring capabilities.
The four buttons consist of a power button, a cleaning mode button, a turbo mode button, and a self-cleaning button.
The display shows a wealth of information, including battery percentage, charging status, tank fill/empty status, suction and fluid level, and maintenance reminders and alerts.
Features
Bissell CrossWave OmniForce Edge
In terms of overall features, I spot no meaningful differences between the two. They both have the same set of functions and capabilities.
First of all, they offer two cleaning modes – Power Vac for cleaning dry messes and Power Mop for cleaning wet and dry messes. There's also an additional Turbo mode, which gives extra suction or suction and fluid depending on the cleaning mode selected.
Both models also feature the same intelligent self-cleaning system that washes the brush roll and interior with a single button press. This doesn't mean no manual maintenance whatsoever, but it does make the routine cleaning process much easier.
And of course, being Bissell vacuums, they are designed to accommodate homes with pets. The brush roll has tangle-free technology to prevent pet hair from wrapping around it, which is good news for anyone with furry friends.
Runtime
Bissell CrossWave OmniForce
Both the CrossWave OmniForce and CrossWave OmniForce Edge are cordless, so they rely on rechargeable batteries to power the vacuuming and mopping functions. Here, the two are essentially identical.
They provide up to 30 minutes of runtime, but it may vary depending on the actual use, like how much suction power is used, which cleaning mode we select, and so on.
And when it comes time to recharge, the battery takes about the same amount of time to fully replenish. Bissell specifies the charging time for both as 4 hours.
Bissell CrossWave OmniForce vs OmniForce Edge
Final Thoughts
Bissell CrossWave OmniForce Edge
After examining the two OmniForce vacuums side-by-side, I have to conclude that the differences between them are quite minimal. The edge-cleaning brush and modest tank capacity increase of the OmniForce Edge are the only real standout factors.
Forget about tank capacity, but the edge-cleaning capability is a pretty solid reason to opt for the OmniForce Edge, especially as it costs just $20 more. It can be super handy to make sure every square inch is thoroughly cleaned, so we don't need to manually clean up after the vacuum session.
If you’d like to read more about cordless vacuums, check out our other relevant guides here:
Bissell CrossWave OmniFind vs OmniForce
Bissell CrossWave Edge vs OmniForce Edge
Author
Naila Syifa
Naila has spent over 1,800 hours researching, exploring, and writing about the latest trends in technology, consumer electronics, and smart home gadgets.
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