10 Best Pet Carpet Cleaners to Help You Reclaim Your Home

1. Bissell ProHeat 2X Revolution Max Clean Pet Pro

$308

If you have a pet who isn’t the best at going to the bathroom outdoors (or enjoys tracking muck inside), you’ll need a powerful machine that can scoop up some serious gunk. Here comes the Bissell ProHeat 2X Revolution Max. This powerful cleaner is supposed to eliminate even the toughest pet stains and odors, and it even claims to remove Eau de skunk (yes, really). Enjoy 12 rows of dirt-lifting brushes, each promising to penetrate deep into your carpets. There’s also an Express Clean Mode for when you need items clean and dry in 30 minutes or less, as well as a built-in CleanShot pre-treater to help you get rid of those particularly tough stains. You’ll be prepared for the next mess with a pet upholstery and strong stain tools.

Getting a full-sized, high-quality carpet cleaner for under $200 is unusual, but Hoover delivers with this model. It features a PowerSpin Pet brush roll with antimicrobial-treated brushes to combat odors, and the cleaner’s HeatForce helps you quickly dry car carpets. This cleaner is very lightweight (just 12.5 pounds), making it easy to transport from room to room. While some carpet cleaners are monstrous, this one is small and compact, making it easy to store.

It’s rarely mentioned because carpet cleaners, you know, need to be cleaned as well—and that’s where this machine shines. The Spillbuster fully opens, allowing you to get deep inside and wash and dry it between usage. Furthermore, the collection bowl and nozzle are both dishwasher-safe. The portable cleaner is also cordless, making it easy to address upholstery and specific messes. Its broad nozzle can suck up wet and bulky messes before scrubbing off stains.

Do you require a machine that can handle large carpeting at once? The Hoover Power Scrub Elite has arrived. This two-tank cleaner has a 25% bigger capacity than the competitors, allowing you to clean for longer periods without emptying gunky water every half hour. The Power Scrub features high suction and 360-degree brushes that penetrate deep into your carpets to remove any lingering messes, and its Quick Clean Mode allows you to clean and dry your car carpets in just 45 minutes. There’s also “automatic detergent mixing,” which means you won’t have to do any math before you get to work. You can reach hard-to-reach areas with an eight-foot hose and a pet tool adapter.

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Don’t be fooled by Bissell’s Little Green Pet Pro’s diminutive size: this device is a powerhouse. The cleaner has strong suction and scrub action to help remove even the most stubborn pet stains. However, its portability and compact size make it easy to use on upholstery, in your car, and on the stairs. This useful device also includes a Pet Stain Tool specially designed to lift and remove pet messes, a Tough Stain Tool, and a Spraying Crevice Tool. It’s easy to tote around your property, measuring 14 by 10 inches and weighing just 13 pounds.

The Rug Doctor is ideal for addressing tough stains head-on. Tote your cleaner to the stain, set it down, and let it do the rest. It has strong suction for deep cleaning and can clean upholstery and carpets. The device is precisely designed to scrub your carpets without destroying the fibers, so you don’t have to worry about having to replace rugs that have been cleaned frequently. Thanks to small wheels and a retractable handle, the device is easy to move from room to room.

Sometimes you want to be able to tackle pet stains right away without having to get out a larger machine. The Bissell Pet Stain Eraser comes to the rescue. This handheld cleaner contains a revolving brush that works effectively on tough stains. The cleaner does not need to be mixed with water, and the formula can be stored in the cleaner. So grab and leave. The whole thing is cordless and runs on a lithium-ion battery for extended bursts of power. And, at less than five pounds, this cleaner will keep you from slowing down as you get to work.

8. Hoover CleanSlate Portable Carpet And Upholstery Pet Spot Cleaner

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Hoover’s CleanSlate offers so many fascinating tools that tackling stains will (almost) be fun. Choose between the WidePath Tool for larger areas, such as stairs and your couch, and the TightSpot Tool for tight spaces. There are additional bristle and rubber nub inserts and different toppers for the machine’s hose. A dual-tank system with a 40-ounce capacity allows you to clean a large area without needing to replenish. Brushes also have an antibacterial coating to help with odor control. When you’re ready to clean the machine, use the hose rinse tool to flush it out.

Pet stains and the carpets they dwell on require more than just scrubbing. A little vacuuming is also frequently involved. The Bissell CrossWave allows you to skip a step and vacuum and scrub simultaneously. A pet hair management device takes up fur before separating and trapping it for easy disposal after cleaning, while a multi-surface brush roll works on sealed hard floors and area rugs. A two-tank system separates clean and filthy water, so you don’t have to worry about nasty things returning to your flooring. The entire thing weighs 11.5 pounds, making it easy to move between rooms.

Then then, if you’re lucky enough to get a job, you’ll have to deal with the fact that your automobile won’t be running on the same schedule as the other cars. If you’re a business owner, you know how important it is to keep your customers happy. The Big Green Machine can help you with that. This strong cleaner is professional-grade and can remove almost anything your pet throws at it. It features eight rows of brushes to reach deep into your carpets, a nine-foot hose, and a six-inch Touch Stain Tool for spot cleaning. The only drawback is that at 48 pounds, this thing is heavy—and using it will need a bit of a workout. Nonetheless, it’s one of the most potent pet stain cleaners available.