Are you trying to find carpet and upholstery cleaning machines among various brands on the market but aren’t sure where to begin? To assist you in finding the right one, we’ve put together a list of the 7 best to help you pick the perfect one!
We investigated and evaluated a number of the top-selling carpet and upholstery cleaning machines on the market in order to create our list of the best. Making a decision among the many options available is never simple. There are an infinite number of models available, each with a distinct price. And as you’ll find out, the best options aren’t usually the ones you imagine! This comparison is rich and relevant because of the numerous factors that were employed. You will find products featured in this ranking not only based on their pricing but also on their features and other customers reviews. To write this review, we completed 14 hours of research and did 17 carpet and upholstery cleaning machines tests. You won’t need to pick products at random any more. If you’re unsure of what to look for, browse our list and consult the buying guide!
An overview of our top picks
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The best carpet and upholstery cleaning machines you can buy today
- EVERY PURCHASE SAVES PETS. BISSELL proudly supports BISSELL Pet Foundation and its mission to help save homeless pets.
- POWERFUL SUCTION. Remove tough pet spots and stains from carpets, upholstery, car interiors, and more.
- EXCLUSIVE SPECIALTY TOOLS: HydroRinse Self-Cleaning Hose Tool and Spraying Crevice Tool only available with model 1400B.
- PORTABLE & VERSATILE DESIGN. Lightweight to easily clean multiple surfaces throughout your home.
- LARGE TANK CAPACITY. 48 oz. tank means you can clean more between refills.
- REMOVES STAINS & ODORS. Use with included Spot & Stain formula with Febreze Freshness to tackle tough stains like coffee, wine, grease and more.
- MULTI-PURPOSE CLEANING. For use on carpet, stairs, upholstery, area rugs, auto interiors and more
- INCLUDES: 3" Tough Stain Tool, HydroRinse Self-Cleaning Hose Tool, Spraying Crevice Tool, Trial Size 8 oz Spot and Stain with Febreze formula and 1-year limited warranty.
- "The best carpet shampoo" - Bustle
- PROFESSIONAL RESULTS: Concentrated, naturally-derived detergents and deodorizers rapidly remove stains, soil, and odors from carpets, rugs, upholstery, and other washable surfaces; advanced natural cleaning technology leaves fibers feeling as soft as new
- USE WITH CARPET MACHINE OR BY HAND: Plant-powered, low foam formula quickly loosens soil and stains from surfaces; Safe to use in all major brand carpet machines when diluted per bottle directions (Bissell, Hoover, Rug Doctor, and more)
- SAFE FOR YOUR CHILDREN & PETS: Use on any washable surface your family comes in contact with; NO HARSH CHEMICALS: No sulfates, phosphates, animal by-products, chlorine, bleach, dyes, petrochemicals, caustics, perfumes, or optical brighteners
- 100% SATISFACTION GUARANTEED: Natural, hypoallergenic, vegan, gluten-free, biodegradable; Certified Cruelty-Free - Never Tested on Animals; Made in the USA!
- The Puracy Difference: Join the 10 million+ enjoying our leading plant-powered formulas
- THE MOST POWERFUL COMPACT CARPET WASHER: The most powerful compact carpet cleaner plus above floor versatility
- POWERFUL SCRUBBING and SUCTION: Power through tough pet messes with PowerSpin brushes and strong suction for deep cleaning.
- WHOLE HOME VERSATILITY: Clean beyond floors with tools and attachments that give you the versatility you need to clean and use on carpet, stairs, upholstery, and more.
- COMPACT CONVENIENCE:Compact, lighweight design makes it easy to grab and go and tackle everything from everyday messes to high traffic areas.
- FASTER DRYING: HeatForce Technology dries as you clean and gets you back to your carpets faster.
- PET PERFROMANCE: Perfect for pets, the PowerSpin Pet Brush Roll and included Paws and Claws cleaning formula work together to loosen and lift pet stains.
- POWERFUL SUCTION: Powerful suction for life size spots & stains.Care Instructions: Hand Wash
- TOOLS FOR EVERY MESS: Tools for every mess with the 7” WidePath Tool and TightSpot Tool
- PERMANENT STAIN REMOVAL: Permanently remove tough pet stains and spots* with the included Oxy Concentrate
- QUICK & PORTABLE: Quickly remove spills when they happen
- TYPES OF MESSES: Clean tough messes like mud, wine, pet messes and more from carpets and upholstery
- HOSE RINSE: Easy to clean, the Hose Rinse Tool flushes the machine with water to remove any left behind dirt & debris
- DUAL TANKS: The Dual Tank System has 40 oz clean solution capacity so you can clean farther while clean water and dirty water stay separate
- To reduce leaking after using your carpet cleaner we recommend that after you are done cleaning, put your unit in the upright position and wait about 5 seconds before turning your unit off. This will allow the water you were just sucking up to finish traveling to your dirty water tank and properly store in there - in turn reducing any leaking!
- To avoid damage to wood and laminate flooring and to avoid potential slip hazard, after use do not leave the product on wood or laminate surfaces and move to a hard surface and place the unit on an absorbent material (such as a towel) to soak up drips.
- EVERY PURCHASE SAVES PETS. BISSELL proudly supports BISSELL Pet Foundation and its mission to help save homeless pets.Hose Length 4'.Power Rating : 3 Amps. Carry Handle : yes
- POWERFUL SUCTION. Remove tough pet spots and stains from carpets, upholstery, car interiors, and more.
- PORTABLE and VERSATILE DESIGN. Easily clean multiple surfaces throughout the home.
- LARGE TANK CAPACITY. 48 oz. tank means you can clean more between refills.
- REMOVE PET ODORS. Remove difficult pet stains and odors with with the Pet Spot and Stain plus Pet Oxy Boost.
- TOOLS and FORMULA INCLUDED. Comes with 3" Tough Stain Tool, Stain Trapper Tool, HydroRinse Self-Cleaning Hose Tool, 8 oz trial-size PET Spot and Stain formula, and 8 oz trial-size PET OXY Boost.
- MULTI-PURPOSE CLEANING. For use on carpet, stairs, upholstery, area rugs, auto interiors and more.
- TURBOSTRENGTH MOTOR TECHNOLOGY. Delivers an energy-efficient 40% more suction power and 50% noise reduction for a quiet clean.
- MAX CLEAN MODE. Removes embedded dirt, stains and allergens.
- EXPRESS CLEAN MODE. Leaves your carpets dry in about 30 minutes.
- HEATWAVE TECHNOLOGY. Helps maintain water temperature throughout the cleaning process.
- DUAL DIRTLIFTER POWERBRUSHES. Features 12 cleaning rows of bristles to remove embedded dirt.
- EVERY PURCHASE SAVES PETS. BISSELL proudly supports BISSELL Pet Foundation and its mission to help save homeless pets.
- UP TO 50% BETTER CLEANING WITH HYDROSTEAM TECHNOLOGY. Steam, powerful suction and OXY formula remove set-in stains and tough, stuck-on, oily messes from carpet, upholstery and other surfaces.
- 3 CLEANING MODES. SteamWash for tough, oily messes; Steam for refreshing upholstery and cleaning tile and grout; and Wash for enzyme-based stains like pet accidents.
- FAST DRYING. Dries upholstery in about 25 minutes1 so you can enjoy clean, dry furniture quicker.
- MULTI-SURFACE VERSATILITY. Tackle tough stains and dirt on carpets, upholstery, stairs and auto interiors with the 5" Tough Stain Tool. Unlock hard surface cleaning with the Multi-Surface Tool for cleaning tile and grout and even sneakers.
- EASY TO USE. Dual-tank system with 64 oz. clean tank capacity and large easy to remove dirty tank.
- PERMANENT STAIN REMOVAL. Includes BISSELL PET PRO OXY Spot and Stain Urine Eliminator with StainProtect formula, our most powerful portable formula for permanent stain removal and preventing future stains.
- INCLUDES: 5” Tough Stain Tool, Multi-Surface Tool, BISSELL PET PRO OXY Spot and Stain Urine Eliminator with StainProtect formula, and 3-year limited warranty
- Every Purchase Saves Pets. BISSELL proudly supports BISSELL Pet Foundation and its mission to help save homeless pets.
- Four-Row DeepReach PowerBrush. Removes embedded dirt and allergens.
- Easy, Powerful Cleaning. For use on carpet and upholstery.
- Express Clean Mode. Carpet dries in about 45 minutes.
- Outcleans the Competition. For unbeatable carpet cleaning.
- Every BISSELL purchase helps save pets. BISSELL proudly supports BISSELL Pet Foundation and its mission to help save homeless pets.
- Removes tough stains with the power of OXY. Surface Type: Upholstery, Carpet, Spot and Stain
- Formulated with a fresh scent.
- Quick and effective spot cleaning on carpet, area rugs and upholstery.
- Great for beverage and food stains, kitchen grease, and more.
- Formula made for portable carpet cleaners.
- Formula contains no heavy metals, phosphates or dyes. Biodegradable detergent
- Safe to use around kids and pets when used as directed.
- Every Bissell purchase helps save pets. Bissell proudly supports Bissell pet foundation and its mission to help save homeless pets..Power Rating 5.7 Amps
- Our most powerful portable spot and stain cleaner for carpets, stairs, upholstery, auto interiors, and more.
- Combines superior suction, scrubbing action and professional cleaning solution to remove stubborn pet stains, embedded dirt and more.
- Provides a deep clean that leaves you with professional-style results.
- Permanently removes tough pet stains with the power of OXY.
- Includes a stain trapper tool to catch the dirtiest pet messes. Also comes with a 3" tough stain tool and two trial-size pet pro oxy urine eliminator formulas.
- EVERY PURCHASE SAVES PETS. BISSELL proudly supports BISSELL Pet Foundation and its mission to help save homeless pets..Power Rating : 6.8 Amps, Power Source : Corded. Power Cord Length : 35'. Hose Length : 8'.
- THE BEST DEEP CLEANING SYSTEM FOR PET MESSES.1 Removes the toughest pet stains & odors
- OUTCLEANS THE LEADING RENTAL.3 MAX Clean Mode delivers professional grade cleaning to remove deep down embedded stains, dirt and odors.
- FASTEST DRY TIME.4 30 minutes in Express Clean Mode.
- 2-IN-1 PET UPHOLSTERY TOOL & BONUS 3" TOUGH STAIN TOOL. Removes pet hair, stains and odors from upholstery and more.
- TURBOSTENGTH MOTOR TECHNOLOGY. Delivers 40% stronger suction and 50% more quiet with an energy efficient clean.
- DUAL DIRTLIFTER POWERBRUSHES. Double brushes for 2X scrubbing action to remove the deep down embedded dirt and stains.
- EZ CLEANUP BRUSH ROLL COVER. Easily clean the Dual DirtLifter PowerBrushes with the removable 1-piece brush roll cover.
- FORMULAS INCLUDED: BISSELL Pet Stain & Odor + Antibacterial Formula eliminates more than 90% of odor-causing bacteria and BISSELL PET PRO OXY Urine Eliminator removes tough stains with the power of OXY.
- BEST DEEP CARPET CLEANING: Shark's powerful suction and deep-cleaning innovation deliver the best deep carpet cleaning among full-sized deep carpet cleaners along with the best tough stain elimination** results
- HANDHELD SPOT & STAIN ELIMINATOR: The first and only deep carpet cleaner with a built-in spot and stain remover designed to extend and clean stairs, carpet, upholstery and other isolated stains.
- STAINSTRIKER TECHNOLOGY: Two unique chemicals mix and activate on contact in the handheld tool to unleash the power of OXY for 20X more stain-striking power* delivering the best tough stain elimination**, no premix required.
- CARPETXPERT TECHNOLOGY: Combines the action of a high-speed brushroll, PowerSpray high-pressure spray and powerful Shark suction to deliver the best dirt and grime removal among full-sized deep carpet cleaners
- PERFECT FOR PETS: Eliminates odors instantly and permanently, including pet urine and smoke.
- ONLY DUAL-ACTIVATED FORMULA: Precisely fuses two unique formulas together creating an unstoppable cleaning solution unleashing the power of OXY for effective on-contact stain cleaning.
- WHOLE HOME CLEANING: Extend the built-in spot & stain eliminator to remove stains on stairs, carpets, upholstery and and other isolated stains so you never miss a spot.
- ULTRA-FAST DRY TIMES: Shark's CarpetXpert technology and powerful suction deliver ultra-fast dry times without oversoaking your carpets
- WHAT'S INCLUDED: 3.5 inch stain tool, crevice tool, Pet tool, Hose clean tool, 12oz Shark CarpetXpert formula and 16oz Shark StainStriker formula
- Based on ASTM F2828 vs. full-sized carpet cleaners above 14 lbs. **Based on TM110, vs. extractor market, using included stain cleaner and best-performing accessory. *vs. Shark Deep Clean Pro Formula.
- UNBEATABLE TOUGH STAIN ELIMINATION: Dual-activated tough stain eliminator with no premix required, eliminates stains & odors throughout your home: carpets, area rugs, couches, upholstery, cars & more!
- 20X MORE STAIN-STRIKING POWER*: Dual-activated stain eliminator with no premix required, removes stains & odors throughout your home: carpets, area rugs, couches, upholstery, cars & more!
- STRONGEST SUCTION: Pulls out liquid and dirt embedded deep down to make carpets, area rugs, stairs, furniture, couches, and upholstery look like new again.
- PERFECT FOR PETS: Eliminates odors instantly and permanently, including pet urine and smoke.
- WHOLE HOME CLEANING: Lightweight & compact at under 9 lbs. Clean and remove stains anywhere and conveniently store when finished.
- ONLY DUAL-ACTIVATED FORMULA: Precisely fuses two unique formulas together creating an unstoppable cleaning solution unleashing the power of OXY for effective on-contact stain cleaning. Bonus cleaning formula.
- WHAT'S INCLUDED: Shark StainStriker, integrated crevice tool, 3.5" reversible bristle tool, 7" wide path tool, pet tool, hose clean tool, 16oz Deep Clean Pro Formula, 32oz OXY Multiplier Formula
- Based on TM110, vs. spot cleaner market, using included stain cleaner and unbeatable performing accessory.
- vs. Shark Deep Clean Pro Formula vs. consumer spot cleaners, based on ASTMF558, tested in hand cleaning mode with strongest usable suction configuration.
- CORDLESS, PORTABLE DESIGN – Easy to maneuver and use on multiple surfaces around your home.
- 3-STEP CLEANING – Simple-to-follow instructions ensure effective cleaning every time: vacuum, spray/scrub, empty and clean collection bowl.
- FAST RESULTS – See results in 3 seconds or fewer when vacuuming wet, chunky messes.
- POWERFUL SUCTION – Rechargeable battery supplies the suction and runtime you need for every task.
- WIDE NOZZLE – For quick and thorough pickup.
- POWERED SCRUB BRUSH – Helps lift set-in stains out of upholstery, carpet, and rugs.
- EASY-CLEAN COLLECTION BOWL – Fully opens for convenient washing in the sink and drying between uses.
- BUILT-IN FORMULA DISPENSER – Clean up stains on carpet, rugs, and upholstery. Only for use with portable machine formula, like Resolve Portable Machine Spot+Stain Formula (sold separately).
- DISHWASHER-SAFE PARTS – Both the collection bowl and vacuum nozzle are dishwasher safe. Remove the foam filter before use in the dishwasher, and place the vacuum nozzle on the top rack only.
- BATTERY INDICATOR – Know how much battery power is left to finish the job.
- Advanced formula removes even the toughest stains
- Will remove most stains including dirt, salt, food, perspiration, grease and cosmetics
- Works great on cuffs and collar stains, straw, mesh and most synthetics
- Safely cleans all leathers and suede
- Proudly Made in the USA for over 100 years.
- UNBEATABLE TOUGH STAIN ELIMINATION: Dual-activated stain eliminator with no premix required, eliminates stains & odors throughout your home and is durable and sustainable, convenient and easy to use.
- WHOLE HOME CLEANING: Pulls out liquid and dirt embedded deep down to make carpets, area rugs, stairs, furniture, couches, and upholstery look like new again.
- STRONGEST SUCTION: Removes deeply embedded tough stains and odors like pet urine, food and beverage spills from wine and soda to provide a deep clean.
- PERFECT FOR PETS: Eliminates odors instantly and permanently, including pet urine and smoke.
- PORTABILITY: Lightweight & compact at under 9 lbs. Clean and remove stains anywhere and conveniently store when finished.
- ONLY DUAL-ACTIVATED FORMULA: Precisely fuses two unique formulas together creating an unstoppable cleaning solution unleashing the power of OXY for effective on-contact stain cleaning.
- WHAT'S INCLUDED: Shark StainStriker, integrated crevice tool, 3.5" reversible bristle tool, pet tool, hose clean tool, 6oz Deep Clean Pro Formula, 12oz OXY Multiplier Formula
- EVERY PURCHASE SAVES PETS. BISSELL proudly supports BISSELL Pet Foundation and its mission to help save homeless pets.
- HYDROSTEAM TECHNOLOGY. The ONLY carpet cleaner with the power of HydroSteam Technology.
- 2X BETTER CLEANING1. Wash & remove embedded dirt, stains and allergens in SteamWash Max Clean Mode.
- PENETRATE TOUGH STUCK-ON & STICKY MESSES. HydroSteam Technology cleans messes better with Steam Pretreat Mode.
- FAST DRYING. Dries in about 30 minutes in Quick Dry Mode.2
- 2 TOOLS INCLUDED. 2-in-1 Pet Upholstery Tool cleans both wet and dry messes messes without steam and 6" Tough Stain Tool is great for cleaning stairs and larger furniture without steam.
- 2 DIRTLIFTER POWERBRUSHES. Features 12 rows of bristles to remove embedded dirt & stains.
- ONE PIECE EZ CLEAN BRUSH ROLL COVER. Makes the cleanup after you clean quick and easy.
- Every Purchase Saves Pets. BISSELL proudly supports BISSELL Pet Foundation and its mission to help save homeless pets.
- Permanently Remove Tough Pet Stains. Works on urine, feces, vomit, tracked-in dirt, and blood.
- Eliminates Tough Pet Odors. Leaves a fresh scent.
- Pet & Family Safe When Used as Directed.
- Formulated for Portable Carpet Cleaners. Effectively deep clean spots and stains in high-traffic areas and carpeted stairs, and refreshes upholstery.
- Palmer, Kris (Author)
- English (Publication Language)
- 144 Pages - 06/06/2011 (Publication Date) - Motorbooks (Publisher)
How to choose a good carpet and upholstery cleaning machines
Does the idea of finding a fantastic carpet and upholstery cleaning machines make you anxious? When it comes to purchasing this product, specifically when deciding which model to select, has your head been spinning between options? You are not alone if that is the case. We are aware of the pressure involved in the purchasing process!
Your presence here indicates that you are interested in carpet and upholstery cleaning machines. Before choosing which product would be the best for your needs after being inundated with information, locate a reliable source with genuine selections. You can get that information from a variety of sources, including buying guides and rating websites, word-of-mouth recommendations from friends and family, online discussion forums where users can share their own experiences, product reviews that can be found all over the internet, and YouTube channels. You can only get the right product through exhaustive analysis. But you realize that’s not always simple. In order to ease your concerns, we have taken the time to develop a list of the top carpet and upholstery cleaning machines products available right now. You might be wondering how we came up with the list. How was this buying guide developed?
First, we used our algorithms to gather as much reliable data as we could about these products. To verify all the data gathered, we used both artificial intelligence and a lot of algorithms.
Then, our experts used criteria that are recognized in the business to evaluate them according to their quality to price ratio, allowing us to choose the top carpet and upholstery cleaning machines on the market right now!
The selection of the goods is not arbitrary. Before creating a list, we take into account a number of factors. Below are some of the criteria discussed:
Brand Value: What happens if you choose a dubious brand just because it appears to be a good deal? So the likelihood of receiving a product with a short shelf life increases. That is due to the fact that well-known brands have a reputation to uphold, while others do not. Top carpet and upholstery cleaning machines brands strive to provide some distinctive traits that set them apart from the competition. So, hopefully one or more of the items on our list will be perfect for you.
Features: Useful features are all you need, not tons of them. We consider the important aspects and select the top carpet and upholstery cleaning machines based on those.
Specifications: Numbers always help you measure the quality of a product in a quantitative way. We try to find products with higher specifications, but with the right balance.
Quality: A product’s quality may always be quantified with the aid of numbers. We look for goods with better standards that strike the proper balance. The best quality product that gets highly appreciated and recommended by experienced users.
Customer ratings: Would it be accurate to suggest that the carpet and upholstery cleaning machines were used by hundreds of customers before you? Superior ratings indicate that many customers had better service.
Customer Reviews: Like ratings, provide you with accurate and reliable information about the product from genuine customers. Customer ratings are very important to all of us because they contain accurate and reliable information about the customer service we received from several hundred customers.
Seller Rank: This is very intriguing! Not only do you need a good carpet and upholstery cleaning machines, you also need a product with rising sales that is trendy. It accomplishes two goals. First, the expanding user base proves the quality of the product. Second, given that number, producers must be able to offer greater quality and after-sales support.
Value: You get what you pay for, they say, so consider the value. Cheap isn’t always good and expensive isn’t always bad. However, that does not imply that spending a lot of money on a product that is flashy but underwhelming is a good idea. Before adding them to the list, we make an effort to evaluate how much value you can get for your money from your carpet and upholstery cleaning machines.
Durability: Durability and reliability are closely related concepts. You will benefit from a strong and long-lasting carpet and upholstery cleaning machines for months and years to come.
Product availability: Products come and go, and new ones replace the old ones. Most likely, a few new features and required changes were made. What use is it to use a supposedly good product if the maker no longer supports it? We make an effort to highlight products that are current and offered by one or more trustworthy sellers, if not more.
Negative Reviews: Yes, we do take that into account as well! The goods with the majority of bad reviews are filtered out and disregarded when we choose the best-rated one on the market.
These are the standards by which we selected our carpet and upholstery cleaning machines. Do we end our process there? Hell no. The most crucial fact about us that you should be aware of is that we regularly update our website with current and pertinent information. We have one more layer of filtration since we place the greatest importance on reader satisfaction. Please let us know if any product included here is incorrect, irrelevant, subpar, or simply out of date. We always value your opinions, and we’ll work hard to make any necessary corrections to our list in response to them.
Why should you believe us?
There are now thousands of possibilities for these products on Amazon, but choosing the best one can be difficult and time-consuming. And what carpet and upholstery cleaning machines should you purchase in 2022?
This guide is the result of more than 10 years of experience in researching, testing and writing about many topics. Each member of our team is an authority in their area. We read every article we could find online and every consumer review on every retail website for seven hours. Additionally, we discovered a ton of websites that offered helpful resources, including buying tips and thorough information on carpet and upholstery cleaning machines.
