2) Can you use the Bissell CrossWave just as a vacuum?
The Bissell CrossWave is made to clean your hard floors (you can use it on tiled, hardwood, and other uncarpeted areas) as well as vacuum. This two-in-one action will save you time because you won't need to switch between your floor cleaning equipment and vacuum, this saves effort and allows you to glance at the results knowing they're going to turn out perfectly. It's also effective when used on carpets like any other vacuum would, so you don’t lose anything in that regard either.