13 Best Vacuum Cleaners for Pet Hair on Hardwood or Carpet

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For a vacuum with all the bells and whistles, pick up the Hoover Smartwash. Specifically designed with pets in mind, it comes with an antimicrobial tool to easily clean stairs and furniture, and automatically transitions from washing to drying. The “Spot Chaser Pretreat Wand” lets you get a head start on tough stains before you clean, and the “FlexForce Pet PowerBrushes” give your floor a deep clean without absorbing pet odors. Best of all, you won’t need to deal with vacuum bags, and the 1-step removable nozzle gives you easy access to the brushes when it’s time to clean them.

Happy customer: “We have two prized Abyssinians, which are beautiful cats, but they have unique hair that is difficult to vacuum. In years past, I would schedule a carpet cleaning company twice a year at a couple hundred dollars. This machine outperforms the pros, is easy to use and more importantly, easy to clean… I’m 68 years old and I did the whole house in a morning, upstairs and down. Fantastic engineering on this for cleaning the machine after use.”

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If tangled pet hair has you fixing your vacuum more often than you’d like, check out Bissell’s Pet Hair Eraser. Made with a tangle-free bush to eliminate annoying hair balls, this lightweight and agile vacuum is a dream for animal lovers everywhere. Extras such as a LED-lighted tool and a two-in-one pet dusting brush sweeten the deal, and there’s a “SmartSeal” allergen system with a Febreeze filter to keep your home smelling — and looking! — ultra-fresh.

Happy customer: “I own two cats and hair builds up, fast! Plus, my two daughters and I, have long hair. Our house has some serious shedding happening. This is my first BISSELL vacuum and I couldn’t be happier. The first (and, biggest PRO for me) thing that got me excited about this vacuum is how truly lightweight it is. I have four flights of stairs and it can be extremely difficult to maneuver a vacuum up and down the stairs. This has a handle right on the front, making it extremely easy to lift. Plus, it isn’t heavy or bulky. It lowers, almost to floor level, Making it able to clean under my bed, where my cat likes to sleep. The tools are easy to use. Yes, it’s bagless! No having to pull hair and dirt, out of the container. The roller blade can be switched on or off. How is the suction? This one is a biggie for me. I filled up an entire container, on my first vacuum. It works great!”

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The Shark Rotator is a lightweight, 2-in-1 upright vacuum cleaner with a detachable, extra-large dirt-collecting canister that converts to a portable hand vac. It also has a completely sealed bagging system with a filter that traps 99.9 percent of dust and allergens. This vacuum comes with a lot of perks, including an innovative nozzle with LED lights, so you can easily see under furniture, plus advanced swivel steering for excellent control when maneuvering around chairs and tables. The Shark Rotator also has a premium pet power brush attachment that picks up hair and debris and deep cleans all surfaces.

Happy customer: “It may sound silly, but I’m in love with my new vacuum cleaner! Right before I put my new Shark together, I vacuumed my carpet with my 5-year-old vacuum cleaner. I wanted to see if the Shark Professional was really any better. I was shocked to see how much dirt & pet hair my old cleaner was leaving behind. I’m embarrassed to say this, but the canister was half full by the time I was done vacuuming. This has great suction and it’s easy to use on carpet and hardwood floors. My old cleaner made me feel like I was pushing a Mac truck, but this is a breeze to push over thick carpeting. I’ve already recommended this cleaner to my friends and family.”

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For an all-in-one mop and vacuum with enough power to rid your home of both thick pet hair and liquid messes, pick up Bissell’s Crosswave Pet. This multi-surface cleaner is a multi-tasker’s dream. Using an innovative microfiber/nylon pet brush roll and strainer, it deep cleans carpets while seamlessly transforming into a mop-like tool upon change of surfaces. Best of all, every purchase saves pets. BISSELL® proudly supports BISSELL Pet Foundation® and its mission to help save homeless pets.

Happy customer: “This thing is awesome! I have four dogs, so pet hair is a HUGE issue. The Crosswave picked it up as it was cleaning my large area rug. So much easier. It is necessary to clean the machine fairly often, but not any worse than other shampooers I have used.”

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There’s no sense in buying a machine for cleaning that’s a pain to clean in and of itself. Thanks to Eureka’s NEU180B bagless design, you can empty it less frequently. And, when its filter and extra-large 2.6-liter dust cup are in need of a wash, you can simply run them under water for a cheap and easy rinse. This device is only 10 pounds, meaning you can comfortably carry it up stairs to vacuum the bedrooms. Plus, it comes with five height settings to ensure you get the best clean no matter what surface you’re vacuuming.

Happy customer: “My last two upright vacuums have been Dysons, so I find myself comparing this Eureka to them. I have both hardwood and carpeted floors. The Eureka picked up quite a bit of dirt and was lightweight and easy to use. I especially like that the power switch is foot activated. I used the upholstery tool to vacuum my couch and it worked great, picking up all the cat hair. The onboard tools are super easy to hook up, which is also a plus. There are no bags needed and the canister is easy to empty.”

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This is a great vacuum if you’re not a fan of vacuum bags. It’s got a .75-liter dirt cup and a “SmartSeal” allergen system that means pet hair and dirt won’t escape into the air when you empty it. The bristles of the Bissell PowerGlide work together to loosen, lift, and remove embedded dirt and hair from deep down in carpet, while long, silk-like bristles gently brush and remove any fine debris on hardwood floor, leaving it spick and span. There’s even an optional pet odor eliminator filter to keep your house smelling fresh. Better yet, every purchase saves pets! BISSELL® proudly supports BISSELL Pet Foundation® and its mission to help save homeless pets.

Happy customer: “My old vacuum did not ever do well with all of my pet’s hair, but this vacuum, from the time I first used it, made my carpets and furniture as clean as they have ever been. The suction on this vacuum is amazing, it made my carpets look brand new and it cleaned all wall lining really well with the long extension tool. The hand held bristle tool works amazing on my furniture and stairs. My house has never been this dog and cat hair free.”

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The Shark Navigator deluxe upright comes with plenty of bells and whistles (a 2.6-quart dust bin, a 25-inch power cord, and modes for bare floors and carpets come to mind), but our favorite just might be its included pet hair power brush. You’ll also get a 24-inch crevice tool and a smaller crevice attachment.

Happy customer: “I love my new Shark! It is so easy to use, does my kitchen floor and with the slide of a button it will do my kitchen throw rugs. It really has suction to get the dog hair up and it is so easy to clean out. I wish I would have gotten one a long time ago. I love it!.”

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The Bissell Pet Hair Eraser hand vac is a powerful and convenient way to eliminate messes on your carpet and upholstery. This nifty little handheld vacuum has a contour nozzle that easily cleans up dirt and hair. It’s great at tackling those hard-to-reach areas, like armrests and curtains, and it’s perfect for cleaning the inside of the car, too. It’s also extremely lightweight and simple to use wherever you go, thanks to an easy-grip portable handle.

Happy customer: “I have a German Shepard and a husky who both shed their weight in fur every day. I was tired of taking my Shark up and down the stairs with all its attachments to just vacuum the stairs so I got this. I really had my heart set on a cordless one since its main purpose would be the stairs, but the reviews on cordless vacuums and pet hair were less than stellar. So, I took a chance on this Bissell Pet Hair Eraser and I’m glad I did. This little vacuum is AMAZING. This thing even picked up the hair the Shark left behind! I also use it for our comforters and couches. Works great!”

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You’ll never have to worry about pet hair on floors or furniture again with the aptly named Dyson “Animal.” The company’s vacuuming experts have created an amazingly powerful and effective machine that’s cord-and hassle-free. You’ll get up to 30 minutes of powerful, fade-free suction, and its clever filtration system captures a reported 99.97 percent of allergens, so that the air it expels is actually cleaner than before it went in the vac! What’s more, it converts into a handheld device for quick cleanups of everything from pet hair on furniture to cobwebs in corners.

Happy customer: “This amazing vacuum has made my life as a mom, wife, and pet owner so much easier! Doesn’t clog easily, battery lasts long enough for me to clean all my floors, amazing suction. I don’t sweep anymore because this thing is amazing and cuts cleaning time in half! I recommend to everyone! Five kids, two dogs, and a cat…yet my floors are amazing!”

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Just like our hair, our carpets can benefit from a good deep cleaning from time to time. For the most thorough clean, pick up Hoover’s PowerDash pet carpet cleaner. Made with a unique pet brush roll that not only cleans, but provides antimicrobial protection as it goes, this vacuum penetrates carpet fibers, rinsing and blasting them with Hoover’s “HeatForce” dryer for a quick-dry solution to any mess. You’ll even get a sample of Hoover’s Expert Pet shampoo ($15.94, Walmart), which tackles everything from tracked-in dirt to urine stains.

Happy customer: “I used this carpet cleaner with the Hoover Expert Pet Carpet Washer Liquid Detergent, AH15072. WOW! I am impressed. My rugs look brand new. I cleaned my carpet in ‘rows’ and did go over each row wet 3x. Then the same with the vacuum suction. Another amazing thing is that I have two shedding dogs and a cat. I vacuum almost daily with a pretty good Hoover vacuum. I vacuumed right before I shampoo’d…as per the directions. The carpet cleaner still managed to pull globs of pet hair from my carpet! GLOBS. LOTS OF HAIR. It was terrific!”

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Weighing in at less than three pounds, this Dibea stick vacuum cleaner is as light as can be — but don’t let its featherweight frame fool you. Its flexible design allows for efficient vacuuming in hard to reach places, and works on marble, tile, thin carpeting, and hardwood floors. It picks up all kinds of dirt, from crumbs and pet hair, to dust and kitty litter in its easy-to-empty dust cup. A detachable, rechargeable battery offers up to 30 minutes of uninterrupted cleaning (without tripping over cords!), and, thanks to its flexible swivel steering, it’s easy to maneuver around or under furniture, making sure you get every nook and cranny. Plus, you can detach the tube and vacuuming head to take your hand vac wherever it’s needed.

Happy customer: “I love this vacuum! It sucks…in a good way. My house has not been this clean and free of dog hair and bird feathers ever!… I zip from room to room in no time, so effortlessly I use it everyday. My floors are spotless.”

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If you quite like the idea of your house being vacuumed for you while you sit and read a book, then the cordless Roomba i7 vacuum cleaner is for you. It comes with a required Alexa-enabled Echo Dot, so you can command it to clean with your voice, and automatically recharges as needed. You can also schedule it via an app to run at a certain time. Best of all, however, it’s equipped with a high-efficiency filter that’s said to trap up to 99 percent of cat and dog allergens.

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Happy customer: “I love the i7 Roomba. This is my second i7…it’s easy to operate, even for an older woman! I bought the first i7 two years ago. I have both Roomba’s set up on my iPhone and I can vacuum the sunken den and upper floor at the same time, from anywhere! The Roomba’s really help me keep my floors clean. I have a blonde lab who sheds a lot and it’s amazing how much dog hair and dander it picks up. It also vacuums under beds and sofas. I clean the rubber brushes when they get dirty and replace the filter and edge sweeping brushes as needed. My two i7 Roomba’s really make my life a lot easier!”

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The DuoClean Rocket from Shark is a superbly versatile vacuum that has been specially designed to remove embedded pet hair from all surfaces. It also converts into a 4.6-pound hand vac, so you can clean your sofas, furniture, and even the car with ease. It features a bristle brush that deep cleans carpets, plus an additional soft brush roll that pulls in larger debris and effectively polishes hardwood floors.

Happy customer: “BEST vacuum I’ve ever used! Transitions seamlessly from hardwood to carpet, easily maneuvers through tight spots, and is fairly lightweight. This vacuum got up all pet hair from my couch using the handheld function, too! I love that it has so many different uses and can literally be used to clean every inch of my house. This vacuum has changed the cleaning game for my family!”