The affordable Bissell CleanView, our top budget pick, did a good job removing embedded dirt in our test carpet, and boasted the highest maximum air power (or suction) of any model in our test when we measured it at the end of the hose, where the dusting and crevice tools are attached. The Bissell was quiet in our test, but consumer testers complained that, at 15 pounds, it was a little too heavy to comfortably carry up and down the stairs compared to other lightweight cleaners in our test.Measured Energy Usage: 0.03 kwh/minManufacturer's Warranty: 2 year limitedWeight: 15 pounds Good air performance at the end of the hose Good at removing embedded dirt and pet hair from carpet Helpful customer service line Tipped over when the hose was extended too far from the vacuumHouse Cleaning & Stain Removal Tips Vacuum Cleaner, Steam Cleaner & Buffer Machine Reviews Expert & unbiased vacuum and steam cleaner product reviews from house cleaning professionals. All of the cleaning equipment and products we review are extensively researched and we present features, options and our personal recommendations.

Not all vacuum cleaners, steam cleaners or buffers are created equal and we have provided you with the pro's and con's of each machine making your decision easier. Like Mrs Clean on Facebook Need More Cleaning Help? Ask Mrs. Clean and a community of expert house cleaners how to clean and remove the toughest of stains and learn the latest in home cleaning techniques. Mrs. Clean’s House Cleaning Tip ForumNerdWallet Shopping’s scoring of the best vacuums for pet owners are based on our analysis of the opinions of experts and shoppers like you. Picking a vacuum isn’t easy. And when you have a specific need, like expert pet cleanup, searching through all those reviews can feel like a real chore. We researched some of the most popular models on the market to make your decision less confusing. To narrow down the field, we looked at expert opinions from review sites such as The Sweethome, CNET and Good Housekeeping. Next, we analyzed user reviews to see what shoppers were saying about the various attributes of each vacuum.

We recognize that consumers look for different qualities in vacuums, so we scored users’ observations on multiple features of top models, including their performance on carpet and hard surfaces. Our scores range from a low of 1 to a high of 10. Here’s how we devised them: Overall score: The overall score reflects reviewers’ satisfaction with each vacuum in 10 categories, including how well it cleans across various surfaces, ease of use, durability and noise.yaples vacuum cleaner sewing center How well it cleans: This score reflects reviewers’ satisfaction with the vacuum’s performance on carpet and hard floors, including hardwood, bare, tile and vinyl. sears vacuum cleaner bags 50651It also considers their satisfaction with the vacuum’s ability to clean up pet hair and debris.electrolux zjm6840 jetmaxx vacuum cleaner review

Ease of use: This score reflects reviewers’ satisfaction with the vacuum’s ability to maneuver, including its weight and cord length; the process of emptying or cleaning it out; and whether it was considered easy to operate. Here are our top 10, ranked in order of overall score. 1. Shark Rotator NV752 The Shark Rotator NV752 is an upright vacuum that features power-lift-away technology that allows it to deep-clean even the tightest corners. But the feature pet owners really love is the TruePet mini motorized attachment, which powers deep into carpets and upholstery, extracting dirt, dust and allergens. Thoroughly picks up all pet hair Its performance on stairs 2. Miele S8590 Alize The Miele S8590 Alize was a winner across the board, maneuvering deftly across a variety of surfaces, with the canister vacuum’s headlight illuminating the way as it eliminates dust, debris and all pet hair. Its ability to pick up pet hair Its performance on bare floors and stairs

Its performance on carpets and rugs 3. Dyson V6 Motorhead Users of the Dyson V6 Motorhead could not say enough about this powerful, cordless stick vac’s cleaning power — especially the way its mini motorized tool worked its magic on wayward pet fur. Adaptable cleaning power on carpets, hard flooring and stairs Small dust cup can be messy to empty Handle-motor combination is awkward for some 4. Hoover Platinum UH30010COM The ultra-light upright Hoover Platinum comes with a removable canister to clean those off-the-floor jobs, illuminated fingertip controls, two speed settings, a self-sealing HEPA bag, and the ability to extract pet hair from the deepest carpets. Expertly picks up pet hair, even out of deep-pile carpets Effective and easy to use on stairs Not as effective on hard flooring A light but powerful stick vacuum, the Dyson V6 has a detachable wand that makes it easy to reach difficult spaces, features a mess-free push-button bin emptying and offers a max power mode that will make you forget that Fido even sheds.

The way it makes cat or dog hair disappear Fantastic on hard floors and stairs 6. Miele S7260 Cat and Dog This powerful upright transitions from carpets to hard floors and back again with just the flick of a switch. And the Miele S7260 Cat and Dog’s turbo brush attachment makes cleaning up pet hair from upholstery and stairs a breeze. Thoroughly sweeps up pet hair Cleans carpeting and hard floors equally well Attachment hose could be longer 7. Miele Jazz S7280 Its SwivelNeck technology makes the Miele Jazz S7280 easy to maneuver, its electrobrush means the vacuum adjusts automatically to different types of flooring, and it unfolds flat to the floor for cleaning those awkward areas where pet hair tends to gather. Powerful suction makes pet hair disappear Excels on all types of flooring Falls short on stairs — especially if they’re carpeted Its heavy weight can be a problem 8. Hoover WindTunnel Pet UH70935 This powerful upright vacuum features a 10-inch stretch hose, a foot-long telescopic extension wand, easy-to-use carpet height adjusters, and a suction-only mode.

But what dog and cat owners really love are its air-powered, rubber-bladed pet hand tool, crevice tool and pet upholstery brush. Four different ways to remove pet hair Hand-vac works well on stairs Heavy weight impedes maneuverability 9. Neato Botvac BV85 The first robot vacuum to make our list, the Neato Botvac BV85 comes equipped with a combo brush designed specifically to pick up pet hair, laser-guided technology to keep it on track, and an extra-large dust bin. Quiet and efficient pet-hair pickup Fantastic on hard flooring Can become lodged under furniture Not great on plush rugs The Shark NV356’s Turbo Brush attachment was specifically designed for users with shedding pets, but even those without animals found the upright’s powerful suction and lift-away technology an effective way to clean hard floors and carpeting. Pet hair Turbo Brush Great on carpets and rugs Difficult to maneuver into tight spaces Dust canister can be messy to empty