- Carpet cleaners for home use give you the ability to remove stains and dirt without having to call in a professional.
- We evaluated a number of carpet cleaners across price points for their overall performance, versatility, durability, ease of use, and value.
- Our top pick, the Bissell ProHeat 2X Revolution Pet Pro, is lightweight, easy to use, and fast-drying, making it ideal for home use.
Pets, kids, and just general wear and tear can leave your carpeting looking lackluster, but hiring professional carpet cleaners can get expensive and time-consuming. Instead of calling the pros, buying a carpet cleaner can be a sound investment, keeping your carpet (and in some cases, your upholstery) in good shape and buying you extra years before you have to replace it.
We've evaluated and selected the best carpet cleaners for their overall performance, versatility, durability, ease of use, and value. In determining which products to include in this guide to the best carpet cleaners, we performed significant research via other product review sites, read user reviews of the models, and also tested one of the cleaners.
The products in this guide can tackle stains, ground-in dirt, and more, leaving your carpeting looking refreshed and revitalized. They're easy to operate right in your home and available at a variety of price points. There are even a few options that are suitable if you're tight on space or just need a carpet cleaner that's quick and easy to use.
Here are the best carpet cleaners you can buy:
- Best carpet cleaner overall: Bissell ProHeat 2X Revolution Pet Pro Carpet Cleaner
- Best carpet cleaner for big jobs: Bissell Big Green Machine Professional Carpet Cleaner
- Best budget carpet cleaner: Hoover PowerDash Pet Carpet Cleaner
- Best steam cleaner: Dupray Neat Steam Cleaner
- Best portable carpet cleaner: Bissell Pet Stain Eraser Cordless Upholstery & Carpet Cleaner
- Check out our guides on the best vacuum cleaners, best vacuum cleaners for less than $300, best cordless vacuum cleaners, and best robot vacuum cleaners.
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