The best carpet cleaners in CR’s tests can tackle tough stains on carpets and upholstery with ease The highest-rated carpet cleaners in our ratings, like the Bissell model pictured, can get out tough ...

These top-rated compact, lightweight cleaners are easy to use and do a good job of leaving surfaces dry, making quick work of spills and stainsA portable carpet cleaner may not be as powerful as ...

I’ve been researching, testing and recommending products since 2020. Reviewed ByKelly O'Sullivan, Former Home & Kitchen Editor. Apr 09, 2025, 04:39pm EDT Even if you regularly vacuum your carpeted ...

Not all cleaning gadgets are created equal. Very few clean quite as well — or with the same thoroughness — as a steam cleaner. When searching for the best cleaning appliances, you’ll likely encounter ...

Whether it's a cozy vintage area rug or a wall-to-wall installation, carpets can make a house feel like a home, but they have one big drawback: they're notoriously difficult to keep clean. While we ...