"Over time, tramping feet, shedding pets, and spilled drinks can take a heavy toll on our hard-working carpets. But the best carpet cleaners deliver a deep clean that will wet-wash your rugs to lift ingrained dirt and lingering odors. When your pristine pile loses its shine and bounce, fibers get tangled with hair, and stains settle in for the long haul, it's time to clean."
"We tested a range of carpet cleaners in busy households with aging carpets that have seen some serious action. Our current overall favorite carpet cleaner is the Ryobi 18V One+ HP SwiftClean Carpet Washer ($299), and we still love the Bissell ProHeat 2X Revolution Pet Pro ($229) for stubborn pet stains. You'll also find recommended mops and vacs for hard floors, plus advice on what to consider when buying a carpet cleaner, and how to get the most out of it."
"Hoover HF4 Hydro for £199: For UK folks in flats or small houses with a mix of carpet and hard floor, this cordless, space-saving vacuum and mop from Hoover could be a smart pick. You get a standard cordless stick vac with around half an hour of battery life, but you can switch the head to mop. It's excellent for cleaning hard floors, with a shape that gets right into corners and two rotating pads to lift stains."
A range of carpet cleaners were tested in busy households with aging carpets to evaluate deep-cleaning performance and stain removal. The Ryobi 18V One+ HP SwiftClean Carpet Washer ($299) is the current overall favorite, with the Bissell ProHeat 2X Revolution Pet Pro ($229) recommended for persistent pet stains. Recommendations also include mops and vacuums for hard floors and guidance on selection and usage to maximize cleaning results. An October 2025 update added the Ryobi model, a comparison table for hardwood floor cleaners, and refreshed prices and links. For UK small homes, the Hoover HF4 Hydro (£199) offers cordless vacuum-plus-mop convenience with limited water capacity and reduced turbo battery life.
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