McCulloch MC1385 vs Dupray Neat: Which One I’d Actually Buy

The McCulloch MC1385 and the Dupray Neat sit about $50 apart, and they split the wins in a way that surprised me. The MC1385 has the bigger tank, the longer hose and far more steam time. The Neat has hotter steam, a lighter body and a better warranty.

Here’s where each one wins, based on how I actually clean with them.

McCulloch MC1385 vs Dupray Neat

Buy the MC1385 if you do big jobs, long sessions or car detailing. Buy the Dupray Neat if your cleaning is mostly the kitchen and bathroom and you want something lighter. Neither one is a bad choice.

How I Use Them

Both machines have been through my kitchen, bathrooms, sofa, two beds and floors. In the kitchen that means the microwave, oven and stovetop. In the bathroom it’s the tile floor, grout and glass.

The McCulloch also does my car, including the engine bay and interior, plus the BBQ grill. That’s where its extra reach and big tank really help.

If you’ve never used a steam cleaner, our guide on using one in the bathroom is a good place to start. I also wrote a full Dupray Neat steam cleaner review if you want the long version on that one.

Specs Side by Side

Specs come from each brand’s listing and manual. Prices move around, so check before you buy.

Steam Heat and Cleaning Power

This is the biggest difference between them. The Neat’s steam gets up to 275°F. The McCulloch’s sits around 212°F, which is about 60 degrees cooler.

Both are hot enough to sanitize. But I notice the gap when I clean. The McCulloch starts out wetter, and it doesn’t cut through baked-on stove grease as well as the Neat does.

The McCulloch does have a small edge on pressure at 58 PSI vs 50. In real use, that matters less than the heat. The steam knob on the handle helps me tame the wetness when I need to.

My Bathroom Grout Test

I tested both on the grout in my bathroom, one side each, using the nylon brush tool. Then I mopped up the dirty water with the floor tool and let everything dry.

The McCulloch put out much more water. The floors on both sides ended up shiny, but the grout told the story. The Neat side was lighter and cleaner, and the McCulloch side still had darker lines.

It’s not a lab test, but the Neat won here. If grout is your main job, our guide on the best steam cleaner for grout shows what else is worth looking at.

Accessories

The MC1385 wins on tools. It comes with 23 pieces, including a scraper, a jet nozzle, an angled nozzle, a large brush, a triangle brush, a 9 inch squeegee and a storage bag. The Neat has no scraper at all.

The two round scrub pads are my favorite McCulloch extras. I use them on cabinets and my stainless steel fridge, where I want more than a shot of steam but don’t want scratches.

The Neat has one thing I wish the McCulloch had. Its triangle tool comes with a microfiber bonnet, and the McCulloch doesn’t. Overall, I find the Neat’s accessories to be slightly better quality, even though there are fewer of them.

Mop Head and Floors

The McCulloch mop head is much bigger and covers more floor. It swivels back and forth and side to side, so it’s easier to steer. There are no clamps, you just use the pads.

The Neat’s mop head is a plain rectangle. You can clamp a microfiber cloth on it, which is nice. But the clamp broke off on mine, so I stick with the pads now.

Both are fine for sealed floors. Before you steam any wood, read our guide on using a steam cleaner on hardwood floors.

Handle and Storage

Water makes both machines heavy, so a handle is a must. The McCulloch’s is built into the top and feels sturdy. The Neat’s handle pops up from the cube, and on mine it sticks sometimes.

Storage is where the McCulloch pulls ahead again. It comes with an accessory bag and the cord wraps around the top. On the Neat, the cord is stored underneath, the hose doesn’t detach, and I bought my own bag for the accessories.

Tank, Filling and Runtime

The MC1385 holds 64 oz and the Neat holds 54 oz. The McCulloch gives you up to 120 minutes of steam. My Neat lasts about 35 minutes, even though Dupray claims 50.

Filling the McCulloch is easy with the measuring cup. The Neat’s funnel is harder, so I fill it at the sink. The Neat also has no water level indicator.

For both machines, use distilled water if you can. I’ve seen white mineral chunks inside a tank after about a year of use. Drain the tank after every session, and let it cool before you open it.

Hose, Cord and Weight

The McCulloch has a 10 ft hose and an 18 ft cord. The Neat has a 6 ft 6 in hose and a 16 ft cord. That’s 3.5 ft more hose on the McCulloch, which makes a big difference in a car or a large room.

Weight goes the other way. The MC1385 is about 13 lb with an empty tank. The Neat is about 9 lb, so it’s much easier to carry up and down stairs.

Price, Warranty and the Neat Recall

The MC1385 costs about $229.99 and the Neat about $179.98. Both come with a 2 year warranty. The Neat also has a lifetime warranty on its boiler, which is a real plus.

One more thing about the Neat. Dupray announced a recall in February 2026 for certain batch codes, with a free replacement boiler safety cap. Check your batch code on Dupray’s recall page before you use one.

Score Card

I scored both in the same seven categories I used in my Neat review, out of 5. The overall score is the average.

Category	McCulloch MC1385	Dupray Neat
Everyday cleaning	4.0	4.5
Stains and heavy buildup	3.5	2.0
Ease of use	4.0	3.5
Runtime and tank size	5.0	3.0
Design and storage	4.5	3.0
Accessories	4.5	4.0
Value and warranty	4.0	3.5
Overall	4.2	3.4

Which One Should You Buy?

Choose the McCulloch MC1385 if

• You detail cars or clean engine bays and BBQ grills
• You clean for long stretches and hate refilling
• You want a scraper, jet nozzle and bigger mop head
• You want a built-in handle and an accessory bag

Choose the Dupray Neat if

• Your cleaning is mostly the kitchen, bathroom and light floors
• Hotter steam on grease and grout matters most to you
• You want a lighter machine at about 9 lb
• You value the lifetime boiler warranty and a lower price

My pick for most homes is the MC1385. The bigger tank, longer runtime and longer reach save real time. But if I only cleaned kitchens and bathrooms, I’d happily keep the Neat.

If the MC1385 price is a stretch, check Dupray Neat vs McCulloch MC1375. You can also see the whole range in our McCulloch steam cleaner series comparison.

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