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Best vacuums for pet hair in 2022

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Cats and dogs bring joy, comfort and companionship to your household. But they also bring hair — lots of hair, on your clothing, on your furniture and all over the floor. As with children and mess, controlling cat and dog hair in the house is a running battle, one you signed up for when you brought those bundles of chaos into your house.

A vacuum cleaner is a crucial tool against pet hair, dander and dust, especially for people with allergies, and many models now include specially designed floor heads and accessories for cleaning up after pets. We’ve found the best vacuums for pet hair among the seven cordless stick vacuums, 10 robot vacuums, six uprights and nine canister vacuums we’ve tested.

iLife V3S Pro

The best robot vacuum for pet hair

iLife V3S Pro Robot Vacuum

Amazon

The budget-priced iLife V3S Pro uses a suction tube like a traditional vacuum cleaner rather than the roller brushes employed by other robot vacuums, and does a better job picking up pet hair without clogging.

$160 $107 at Amazon

iRobot Roomba j7+

The best robot vacuum that can allegedly avoid dog poop

The Roomba j7+.

iRobot

The iRobot j7+ is the best robot vacuum you can buy right now, with simpler mapping, more cleaning power and smarter features (like dog poop avoidance) than anything else we tested.

$800 $600 at Bed Bath & Beyond

Dyson V11 Animal

Best cordless stick vacuum for pet hair and deep carpet

Dyson V11 Animal Cord-Free Vacuum

Dyson

With impressive power and the ability to tackle cleaning tasks on surfaces ranging from high-pile carpet to hard floors, the Dyson V11 Animal is the most capable cordless stick vacuum we tested.

$649 $599 at Amazon

Bissell Pet Hair Eraser Lift-Off Upright Vacuum

Best upright vacuum for pet hair

BISSELL Pet Hair Eraser Lift-Off Upright Vacuum

BISSELL

The Bissell Pet Hair Eraser Lift-Off Upright Vacuum's standout feature is the Pet Turboeraser tool, which has a spinning brush head with bristles that easily pull dog and cat hair off upholstery and stairs, making it the best upright vacuum for pet owners.

$370 at Amazon

Kenmore BC4026 Pet-Friendly Pop-N-Go

Best canister vacuum for pet hair and thick carpet

Kenmore Pop-N-Go canister vacuum cleaner

Kenmore

The Kenmore BC4026 canister vacuum is great for large homes, deep-pile carpet and folks with allergies. It's bulky and inelegant, but its powered floorhead outperforms vacuums twice its price, the motorized pet hair mini brush keeps upholstery looking fresh and its dust bags and exhaust filter are HEPA-compliant.

$320 at Target

Bissell Pet Hair Eraser

Best handheld vacuum for pet hair

Walmart

With a motorized brush that picks up more pet hair than any other handheld vacuum we tested, the powerful Bissell Pet Hair Eraser lets you take care of pet messes on floors, upholstery, in the care, or anywhere it might accumulate.

$93 $69 at Walmart

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Key Specs

Of the 10 robot vacuums we tested, the iLife V3S Pro was the best at removing pet hair without clogging, thanks to its lack of roller brushes. At around $160, it costs hundreds less than most robot vacuums.

The iLife V3S Pro does a great job removing pet hair and cat litter from hardwood floor and low carpet. It uses bump-and-run navigation, rather than mapping, and it can’t avoid cords or poop like the Roomba j7+ can, but it’ll clean your whole space eventually. It can’t empty itself, unlike more expensive robots, and it doesn’t have a bin fill indicator. But if you make it a habit to empty the dust bin every day, it’ll drastically cut down on pet hair in your space for very little effort on your part.

iRobot Roomba j7+

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Key Specs

If you have money to spare and want a robot vacuum that’s smarter than you are, consider the iRobot Roomba j7+. Unlike the iLife V3S Pro, it’s not bump-and-run: It maps your house, including no-go zones, and it has built-in object detection that helps it avoid power cords, headphones and — most importantly — pet waste, so you can hopefully avoid pooptastrophe.

The j7+ is self-emptying, unlike the iLife V3S Pro, which needs to be emptied after each run, and its rubber multi-surface brushes were second only to the V3S Pro, which has no brushes at all, in avoiding pet hair tangles. The Dirt Detect feature lets it focus on specific messes, like a cat litter spill, and go back over the area until it’s clean.

The Roomba j7+ is the best robot vacuum you can buy, but it’s expensive, and in our testing its self-empty cycle briefly made a noise like a jet engine. If you have the money, though, and especially if you have pets prone to pooping inside, it’s a compelling upgrade over the iLife V3S Pro.

The Dyson V11 Animal

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Key Specs

The Dyson V11 Animal is the best cordless stick vacuum for pet hair, and the best stick vacuum of the seven we tested.  If you live in an apartment or smaller home, it might even be the only vacuum you need. Its swiveling floor head makes fast work of pet hair and dust even in high-pile carpets, and in handheld mode, the crevice tool and mini motorized brush tool are fantastic for cleaning upholstered furniture, cat towers and pet beds. It’s lightweight, maneuverable and cordless, so getting the vacuum out isn’t a hassle like it can be for upright and canister vacuums.

The V11 Animal’s biggest weakness is battery life. At its automatic and Boost settings, it gets 30 to 45 minutes of runtime, which might not be enough. Unlike other stick vacuums with swappable batteries, the Dyson’s rechargeable battery is built in, so once it’s out of juice, you have to wait for it to recharge. The Dyson also uses a trigger-style power switch, which you have to hold down the entire time you’re vacuuming — it’s fine for smaller tasks, but you might find it taxing if you’re cleaning an entire apartment.

The Bissell Pet Hair Eraser Lift-Off Upright Pet Vacuum

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Key Specs

If you have a home too large to vacuum in a single charge of a stick vacuum, especially one with lots of carpet, you should consider a corded upright vacuum. While larger, heavier and less maneuverable than cordless stick vacuums, they have higher suction, and won’t run out of charge.

The Bissell Pet Hair Eraser Lift-Off Upright is the best upright vacuum for pet hair, thanks to its Pet Turboeraser mini brush tool, which does a better job removing pet hair from stairs and upholstery than the five other uprights we tested (though it’s powered by suction, rather than motorized, so it won’t be as effective as a motorized pet hair tool like the one on the Kenmore BC4026 canister vacuum, below).

The Pet Hair Eraser’s lift-off feature means the canister, hose, wand and motor detach from the floor head, so you can easily use it to vacuum upholstery, drapes, fixtures and other things above floor level. At 18 pounds, the vacuum isn’t the lightest of the six upright vacuums we tested, and it’s not the best on hard floors, but it’s the best upright option for people with pets. However, people with dust or dander sensitivities should consider a bagged canister vacuum rather than a bagless upright like the Bissell.

The Kenmore 600-Series BC4026 Pet Friendly Pop-N-Go canister vacuum

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Key Specs

For folks with pets, carpets and dust or dander sensitivities, a canister vacuum can offer even more powerful suction, deeper carpet cleaning and better air filtration than an upright. The Kenmore BC4026 Pet-Friendly Pop-N-Go isn’t particularly maneuverable, even by canister vacuum standards, but its electric floor sweeper brush pulls an unbelievable amount of dust and pet hair from the thickest of carpets. Like the Bissell Pet Hair Eraser upright, it has a mini turbo brush (here called a Pet Powermate) that makes quick work of cat hair on cat trees, microfiber upholstery and pet beds. Unlike the Bissell, Kenmore’s version is motorized, so you can change the suction level without changing the brush speed, which really helps get pet hair off of upholstery without inhaling the fabric.

Both the dust bag and exhaust filter of the BC4026 are HEPA-compliant, and offer much better air filtration and dust containment than a bagless vacuum, as well as three times the dust capacity of the Dyson V11 Animal stick vacuum or Bissell Pet Hair Eraser Lift-Off Upright. But that’s at the cost of portability and maneuverability; at 22 pounds, the Kenmore is 4 pounds more than the Bissell upright, and neither its floor head nor canister are as nimble. But for sheer power, you can’t beat a canister vac, and the Kenmore is far more affordable than the much more maneuverable Miele Complete C3 Kona.

Bissel Pet Hair Eraser

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The Bissell Pet Hair Eraser is the best handheld vacuum for pet hair — it has a motorized brush that lets it pick up pet hair from upholstery, floors, in the car and everywhere else we found the stuff (which, as you know if you’re a cat or dog parent, is pretty much everyplace). Even though the Pet Hair Eraser is on the larger side (thanks to its sizable canister) at 17 inches long and weighs around 3 pounds, it’s still well balanced and comfortable to use.

The motorized pet hair brush attaches securely and let us get at dog hair embedded deep in carpeting, rugs, and couches, and even in our test vehicle’s carpeting. The 23.6 ounce canister—the largest of all the handheld vacuums we tested—sucked up a large amount of hair before needing to be emptied, and along with the 17-minute runtime let us work until the job was truly complete, and the long crevice tool and flat upholstery brush let us get into nooks and crannies where the motorized main brush couldn’t go.

The Bissell Pet Hair Eraser is versatile enough that you could use it as your only handheld vacuum. whether you’re looking for something to use around the house or to keep your car clean, though it’s extra power and capacity makes it a bit bulkier and a bit more cumbersome to handle than some of its competitors. You might look elsewhere if you are looking to pick up after kids, as the nozzle was too narrow to suck up Cheerios. It also doesn’t have a charging base, but comes with a wall-wart power supply cable — a less convenient setup than our other favorite handheld vacuums.

Our test supervisor assess how the robots stack up

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The bristles on a vacuum’s brush head are designed to agitate carpet and to lift dust, debris and hair from the floor. As anyone who’s used a hairbrush knows, though, over time hairs get caught in the bristles. If you have pets that shed a lot, the hair can accumulate so fast on the brush that it clogs the vacuum, lowering suction or preventing the brush from turning at all. That’s why many companies sell vacuums optimized for pet hair, with brushes designed not to clog on hair, along with powered mini brush head attachments to get pet hair off of upholstery and stairs.

Pet-specific vacuums often include HEPA filters, aimed at controlling dust, dander and pet-related allergens in general. If you’re concerned about such issues, you may want to seek out a bagged vacuum rather than a bagless model; the bag provides an extra filtration stage and also lets you avoid dust spillage when emptying.

If you have a houseful of cats and dogs, a canister vacuum or upright vacuum will give you the power and tools to deal with animal hair, dander and dust on any surface. These corded units have more-powerful motors and stronger suction and pet-friendly models offer powered brushes designed to make short work of hair without clogging. While they may be a little more ungainly than cordless sticks, they won’t run out of power midway through your weekly cleaning.

An apartment or small house can likely get by with a cordless stick vacuum, especially if you have mostly bare floors. If you have a large house or lots of carpet, an upright or canister vacuum is a better choice; they can provide more suction than cordless stick vacuum, and won’t run out of batteries in the middle of a job. Many of these also double as handheld vacuums, which are great for keeping upholstery hair-free or for tackling small pet-associated messes.

A robot vacuum probably shouldn’t be your only vacuum if you’re trying to clean up after pets, but it’s a great complement to a cordless stick, upright or canister vacuum. Running a robot vacuum daily can keep the day-to-day buildup of fuzz to a manageable minimum so your weekly chores are less of a chore. The small roller brushes on most robot vacuums can clog quickly with pet hair, however, so you’ll want to pay attention to regular maintenance. Our current favorite in the category, the iLife V3S Pro, avoids this nagging issue by not using a roller brush at all.

Note: The prices above reflect the retailers' listed price at the time of publication.

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The 7 Best Vacuums For Pet Hair - Black Friday 2022: Reviews

  1. Table of Contents
  2. Intro
  3. Best Vacuum
    1. Best Upper Mid-Range
      1. Best Mid-Range
        1. Best Lower Mid-Range
          1. Best Budget
            1. Best Upright
              1. Best Canister
                1. Notable Mentions
                2. Recent Updates
                3. All Reviews
                4. Discussions

                Updated Nov 25, 2022 at 05:30 pm

                By Evan Jakab

                If you're a pet owner, there's no doubt you've had to deal with the hassle that comes with shedding. We all love our furry friends, but there's no denying pet hair is a nuisance. It has a nasty tendency of getting everywhere, so a vacuum that can clear this type of debris across a wide range of surfaces is crucial. Good maneuverability and portability are plus points, as they let you clean pet hair from underneath and around couches, tables, and other types of furniture.

                We've tested over 130 vacuum cleaners, and below are our recommendations for the best vacuums for pet hair. These recommendations are based not only on their pet-hair cleaning performance on different types of surfaces but also on their design and price. For more buying recommendations, look at our list of the best robot vacuums for pet hair, the best handheld vacuums for pet hair, the best apartment vacuums, and the best vacuums for high-pile carpet.


                1. Best Vacuum For Pet Hair

                  Dyson V15 Detect

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                  The Dyson V15 Detect is the best vacuum for pet hair we've tested. This high-end cordless stick vacuum has no problem dealing with pet hair on a wide variety of surface types, whether you're using the multi-surface floorhead or the soft-roller floorhead with an integrated laser light to help you see fine debris. Its built-in dirt sensor also gives you an idea of allergen quantities inside your home, and its washable HEPA filter is effective in sealing in allergens. Meanwhile, its surface detection system lets it automatically ramp up its suction power on carpets. While this vacuum can run for more than 70 minutes in its most energy-efficient configuration, that does drop quite a bit when used in its 'Boost' setting.

                  Worried about running out of charge midway through a cleaning session? Check out the Samsung Bespoke Jet, which has a charging rack that can top up its two included batteries at once, so you can swap in a fully-charged pack when you run out, effectively doubling its runtime. The freestanding charging rack also works as a self-emptying base station, as it can suck debris from the Samsung vacuum's dustbin into an internal dirtbag, minimizing maintenance requirements. That said, it's less maneuverable than the Dyson.

                  See our review

                2. Best Upper Mid-Range Vacuum For Pet Hair

                  Dyson V12 Detect Slim

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                  If you don't mind giving losing out slightly in terms of battery life and suction power compared to the Dyson V15 Detect's in exchange for a lower price point, the Dyson V12 Detect Slim is among the best stick vacuums for pet hair that we've tested. It uses the same particle sensor and improves upon the V15's automatic power adjustment capability by not only adjusting suction power to match the surface it's on, but also the concentration of debris on the ground. It easily clears away pet hair across a wide range of surface types when used with either its multi-surface floorhead or its secondary floorhead with a soft brushroll, intended for use on hard floors. The brushrolls for both floorheads, as well as its miniature turbo brush attachment, are easily removable, making it a cinch to clear away any tangled hair.

                  Its smaller dustbin has about a third the capacity of the V15 but is also endemic to its smaller, lighter motor unit, which makes it easier to pick up and carry and maneuver in cluttered areas whether used in its stick or handheld configuration. Unfortunately, like the V15, build quality isn't especially impressive, with an easily-dented metal wand and floorhead wheels that can get clogged up with small debris.

                  See our review

                3. Best Mid-Range Vacuum For Pet Hair

                  Tineco PURE ONE S11

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                  Wet Compatible

                  No

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                  The best vacuum for cat hair in the mid-range price bracket that we've tested is the Tineco PURE ONE S11. This cordless stick vacuum can tackle pet hair on bare floors as well as low and high-pile carpet at a much lower price point than either the Dyson V12 Detect Slim or Dyson V15 Detect. It also features a dirt sensor that lets it increase its suction power when running over an area with a high concentration of debris. Unfortunately, the flip side of that lower price point is its less robust build quality and shorter battery life, which tops out at a little over 40 minutes.

                  This vacuum isn't the most maneuverable stick vacuum out there, with a tangle-prone floorhead that doesn't articulate very smoothly. If that's a concern, the Dyson V8 also happens to be one of the best stick vacuums for pet hair we've tested, as it's easier to maneuver in tight spots. However, it lacks the Tineco vacuum's self-adjusting power function and has a smaller dustbin.

                  See our review

                4. Best Lower Mid-Range Vacuum For Pet Hair

                  Samsung Jet 60

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                  Yes

                  Wet Compatible

                  No

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                  If you're shopping in a slightly more affordable price bracket, check out the Samsung Jet 60 Pet. It lacks Tineco PURE ONE S11's dirt sensor, and its miniature turbo brush attachment is less effective in handling pet hair than the Tineco's. However, it's cheaper and still does an excellent job handling pet hair on bare floors and carpets when used with its standard floorhead. Its five-stage filtration system is highly effective at capturing allergens too. It's also very lightweight, even by the standards of other stick vacuums, making it a breeze to maneuver in tight spots.

                  Unfortunately, battery performance is unimpressive, as its maximum runtime of about 40 minutes falls short of pricier cordless stick vacuums. Used in its high-power 'MAX' mode, battery life drops to a little over five minutes forcing you to work quickly when cleaning pet hair on thicker carpet.

                  See our review

                5. Best Budget Vacuum For Pet Hair

                  JASHEN V16

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                  Wet Compatible

                  No

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                  The JASHEN V16 is among the best vacuums for dog hair at a budget-friendly price point that we've tested. If you don't mind its back-to-basics design, which lacks the automatic power adjustment feature found on pricier models like the Tineco PURE ONE S11 and can put up with a flimsier-feeling plastic body, it delivers a superb hair-cleaning capability for an affordable price. It has separate brushrolls for cleaning bare floors and carpets, and both are pretty easy to clean. Unusually for a vacuum in this price bracket, it also has a HEPA filter to help seal in allergens as you clean.

                  This vacuum's maximum runtime of about 40 minutes is on the shorter end of the scale, though you can keep tabs on runtime with the LED display at the back of its removable battery. Want a longer runtime? The Wyze Cordless Vacuum is a worthy alternative, though it comes with a limited set of attachments with no miniature turbo brush included in the box.

                  See our review

                6. Best Upright Vacuum For Pet Hair

                  Dyson Ball Animal 3

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                  If you prefer the all-in-one design of an upright vacuum, the Dyson Ball Animal 3 is among the best vacuums for dog hair we've tested. This bagless upright is far more of a hassle to deploy than a comparably-priced cordless model like the Dyson V12 Detect Slim, but it's worth a look if you prioritize performance above all else. It easily clears away pet hair on a range of floor types, and its floorhead offers three levels of surface adjustment and a set of built-in vanes to prevent hair from getting tangled in the mechanism. It's also allergen-sealed and has an onboard HEPA filter to limit the spread of fine allergens like pet dander as you clean. Unfortunately, you still might want to watch out for the plume of dust that can get kicked up when emptying its dustbin.

                  Prefer the cleaner means of debris disposal that come with a bagged vacuum? Check out the Kenmore Intuition Bagged, which is easier and more hygienic to maintain than the Dyson, but it also has a far more tangle-prone floorhead that doesn't do quite as well with pet hair on bare floors.

                  See our review

                7. Best Canister Vacuum For Pet Hair

                  Miele Complete C3

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                  Wet Compatible

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                  If you want a canister model, the Miele Complete C3 is among the best vacuums for pet hair and hardwood floors we've tested. It doesn't have the go-anywhere range of a comparably-priced cordless model like the Dyson V15 Detect, and you'll have to pay a premium to get a C3 model with a powerhead that's as effective on carpets as that of the Dyson Ball Animal 3. Still, it's worth a look if you prefer the more maneuverable design of a canister vacuum over a bulkier upright. It's remarkably effective in dealing with pet hair and has a superb filtration system, even if you don't spring for a pricier variant with a HEPA-rated filter. Build quality is fantastic, and the vacuum has a seven-level power adjustment feature, so you can quickly adapt to a range of surface types.

                  If you're looking for a mid-priced alternative to the C3, the Miele Classic C1 is a great option that delivers similar overall performance; however, it doesn't have the C3's onboard tool storage compartment and feels less robust.

                  See our review

                Notable Mentions

                • BISSELL CleanView Swivel: The BISSELL CleanView Swivel Pet is a budget-friendly bagless upright that does a fantastic job cleaning pet hair on several surfaces. However, it's bulky and doesn't have a HEPA filter, unlike the Dyson Ball Animal 3. See our review
                • SEBO Airbelt D4: The SEBO Airbelt D4 is a wonderful alternative to the Miele Complete C3 that uses bigger dirtbags and longer-lasting filters, resulting in lower recurring costs. However, it's bulkier and heavier than the Miele. See our review
                • Shark Vertex Pro Powered Lift-Away: The Shark Cordless Vertex Pro Powered Lift-Away is a cordless upright vacuum that represents a good alternative to the Dyson Ball Animal 3 if you want the go-anywhere range of a cordless mode. However, it has a somewhat short battery life when used as an upright and lacks any floorhead height adjustment, meaning it can get tangled on rugs. See our review
                • Airsign HEPA Vacuum: The Airsign HEPA Vacuum is a mid-range canister vacuum that represents a good alternative to the Miele Complete C3 thanks to its similar overall performance and slightly more compact size. However, it has a shorter range and isn't as well-built. See our review
                • Eureka Mighty Mite: The Eureka Mighty Mite is a great option if you're on a tight budget, thanks to its back-to-basic design and superb pet hair cleaning performance make it a solid option. However, it feels far less well-built than pricier canister vacuums like the Miele Complete C3 and is pretty minimalistic in terms of quality-of-life features. See our review
                • Samsung Jet 90 Complete: The Samsung Jet 90 Complete is a cordless stick vacuum that's among the best vacuums for pet hair and hardwood floors we've tested, as it does a fantastic job of handling pet hair on a wide variety of surfaces. However, it lacks the Dyson V15 Detect's automatic power adjustment feature and dirt sensor. See our review

                Recent Updates

                1. Nov 25, 2022: Replaced Samsung Jet 90 Complete with Dyson V12 Detect Slim as 'Best Upper Mid-Range Vacuum For Pet Hair' due to current product pricing. Added Samsung Jet 90 Complete to Notable Mentions.

                2. Nov 04, 2022: Added Samsung Jet 60 Pet to as new 'Best Lower Mid-Range Vacuum For Pet Hair'.

                3. Oct 06, 2022: Major article restructuring to better align with user needs. Removed less relevant Notable Mentions picks, added Shark Cordless Vertex Pro Powered Lift-Away, Airsign HEPA Vacuum, and SEBO Airbelt D4 to Notable Mentions.

                4. Jul 15, 2022: Replaced Wyze Cordless Vacuum with Eureka Mighty Mite as 'Best Budget Vacuum For Pet Hair' pick. Removed Miele Classic C1, Shark Rocket Pet Pro with MultiFlex IZ163H, Dyson V8 Animal, Dyson Ball Animal 2, and Samsung Jet 70 Pet from Notable Mentions.

                5. Jun 16, 2022: Article restructuring to better align with user expectations. Replaced Dyson V15 Detect with Samsung Jet 90 Complete as 'Best Cordless Vacuum For Pet Hair' pick. Recategozied Miele Complete C3 Alize PowerLine as 'Best Vacuum For Pet Hair' pick. Replaced Eureka FloorRover Elite NEU630 with Shark APEX Upright Vacuum as 'Best Upright Vacuum For Pet Hair' pick. Replaced Shark ION W1 WANDVAC with Wyze Handheld Vacuum as 'Best Handheld Vacuum For Pet Hair' pick. Removed SEBO Airbelt D4 and Roborock E4 from main recommendations. Removed Dyson V11 Animal, Dyson Cyclone V10 Absolute, BISSELL Adapt Ion Pet, Miele Triflex HX1, Dyson V7 Animal, Shark Cordless Vertex Pro Powered Lift-Away, and iRobot h2 from Notable Mentions. Added Samsung Bespoke Jet, Dyson V8 Animal, and Wyze Robot Vacuum to Notable Mentions.

                All Reviews

                Our recommendations are based on what we think are currently the best vacuums to buy. We factor in a fairly wide range of factors, including availability, price, and reader feedback.

                If you would like to do the work of choosing yourself, here's the list of all our vacuum reviews, ranked by their pet-hair cleaning performance. Be careful not to get too caught up in the details. While no vacuum is perfect for every use, most are good enough to please almost everyone, and the differences are often not noticeable unless you really look for them.

                Discussions

                WHICH IS THE BEST VACUUM CLEANER FOR WOOL CLEANING - how to choose the right one

                Fluffies are cuties, we love them. But shreds of wool, lying here and there, do not cause delight. You need to buy a vacuum cleaner. And not just what. It is powerful, with auxiliary nozzles, preferably washing - such that cleanliness can be walked with it once.

                So let's figure out how to choose the right wool vacuum cleaner. Read the article. We have nine sensible options with photo and video reviews on the review.

                Wool vacuum cleaner key features: 4 indicators

                When choosing the best wool vacuum cleaner, there are five key features to consider.

                1. Suction force
                For cleaning homes with animals, the desired vacuum cleaner power is 500 W or more.
                2. Dust container capacity
                Garbage quickly fills the compartment. A good vacuum cleaner should have this element of improved quality so that it does its job perfectly, is easily released and does not require constant replacements.
                3. Rigid turbo brush
                Leaves lint no chance. Fine wool is sucked in, and long hair is wound around the bristles. Then it is easy to collect and throw away.
                Brushes are mechanical (work due to air flow) and electric (more efficient, have their own motor). In the presence of carpet-free surfaces, for example, linoleum, parquet, it should be possible to remove the brushes, since they are ineffective and inconvenient on smooth surfaces. The nozzle can scratch the coating and, sucking, does not capture all the debris.
                4. Narrow furniture nozzle
                Wool settles on furniture. And you can't pick it up with a hard brush. Smaller pads with bristles or a rough cloth will gently and gently pick up lint without scratching the polish.
                5.Filtration
                Filters are used to clean the exhaust air. The most common is the HEPA filter. It retains 99.9% of microscopic dust. When choosing a wool vacuum cleaner that will clean all surfaces better, you should pay attention to models with a carbon filter, which consists of activated carbon that absorbs unpleasant odors.

                Cheaper vacuum cleaners have weaker suction power, but this opportunity is compensated by better autonomy and lower energy consumption.

                Read: 4 main criteria for choosing a vacuum cleaner for the home

                Upright vacuum cleaners for cleaning wool

                They have a number of advantages.

                • Without wires

                Nothing restricts movement and does not bind to the outlet.

                • Small size and weight, optimal height

                This tandem provides comfort and no back pain, because there is no need to bend over, as with classic vacuum cleaners.

                • Universal

                Many upright models are equipped with nozzles for cleaning furniture, carpets, smooth surfaces and wet cleaning.

                • No bulky or dusty bags

                Filters and small containers do the job just as well as a bulky bag. You just have to clean them up more often.

                Informative article: Upright Vacuum Cleaner or Conventional Vacuum Cleaner - Which is Better: 4 Tips to Help Buyers

                Philips FC6168/01 Cordless Vacuum Cleaner

                Philips gives a 2-year warranty for the Philips FC6168/01 vacuum cleaner. It is intended for dry cleaning only. Great for pet owners thanks to the TriActive Turbo Electric Toothbrush. It qualitatively cleans any floor surface, including baseboards, from animal hair. Such brushes differ in power and efficiency due to their own motor.

                Five features of the unit:

                • contains a dust collector in the form of a plastic container with a volume of 0. 6 l, which is emptied of debris by pressing a button;
                • removable element makes it possible to clean not only floors, but also furniture;
                • vacuum cleaner design allows you to clean under sofas and cabinets;
                • battery is able to work autonomously up to 40 minutes. To vacuum a 3-room apartment - this is more than enough;
                • battery charge duration - 5 hours.

                Among the shortcomings, users identified:

                • difficulty in cleaning in hard-to-reach places: near baseboards and under low furniture;
                • a clogged filter affects the power of the vacuum cleaner;
                • Small amount of dust blowback occasionally encountered;
                • does not cope with large debris.

                Users also indicated that the model meets the power parameters and perfectly collects wool and hair from all surfaces.

                Samsung VS80N8014KW/EV Vacuum Cleaner

                Minimalist and concise model. The absence of wires and low weight (2.95 kg) makes the device easy to use. Compact size 0.35L plastic container releases contents at the touch of a button.

                450 W suction power allows you to quickly and efficiently clean any surface of the room. Autonomy up to 40 minutes provides a high-quality lithium-ion battery.

                In addition to nozzles for cleaning carpets, there are also nozzles for parquet, laminate, hard-to-reach, crevices and furniture.

                Three-layer HEPA filter at the outlet protects the environment from 99.9% of dust.

                When choosing a Samsung VS80N8014KW/EV vacuum cleaner, the customer gets efficiency, comfort and compactness.

                Among the shortcomings, users indicated:

                • high cost;
                • weaker power than the previous "wired" vacuum cleaner;
                • slow battery charging;
                • in high power mode, the battery runs out faster.

                But they are compensated by compactness, convenience, lightness, quiet and high-quality work even on carpets with long pile.

                Electrolux EER73IGM cordless vacuum cleaner

                Its versatility lies in the presence of a portable nozzle that allows you to clean not only furniture, but also shelves, window sills and other objects.

                The front light is a special feature of the vacuum cleaner, thanks to which dust residues can be seen better.

                The 180° rotation of the nozzle makes it easy to clean under sofas and cupboards.

                Designed in such a way that you can safely leave it upright without any support. The device is guaranteed not to fall.

                The easy-to-clean and easy-to-clean plastic container is the signature feature of the Electrolux EER73IGM bagless vacuum cleaner.

                Powerful lithium battery allows 30 minutes of autonomous work. And the bright display will notify you when you need to charge.

                Cyclone filtration makes the vacuum cleaner work as efficiently as possible. Passing through the two filter balls, the remaining microscopic dust settles on the bottom of the cone-shaped container. This ensures that the outgoing air is cleaned for 97%. The filters themselves are easy to clean, which prolongs their service life.

                After analyzing forums with reviews, we came to the conclusion that users often mention four disadvantages of the model:

                • short battery life - 20-30 minutes, which is not always enough to clean several rooms;
                • small volume of the dust collector - 0.5 l, which forces it to be freed from debris after each use;
                • the need to frequently clean the filter and debris container;
                • low power in eco mode.

                Despite its shortcomings, the vacuum cleaner effectively removes animal hair, hair and small debris.

                Vacuum cleaners with aqua filter for wool

                A distinctive feature of these options is a water filter instead of a standard dust bag or plastic container.

                The cleaning process looks like this:

                1. dust and debris are sucked into a container filled with water;
                2. getting wet and connecting, settle on the bottom;
                3. Purified and humid air comes out.

                This vacuum cleaner has a number of advantages:

                • cleaning is more efficient,
                • more sensible air humidification,
                • water filters are cheaper to maintain than dust collectors.

                But there are some minor drawbacks:

                • filters and units must be thoroughly cleaned after each use;
                • these vacuum cleaners are noisier than dry cleaning options;
                • they are bulkier and heavier.

                Vacuum cleaners with aquafilter can collect water. This will help out if the animal knocks over a vase or other container.

                Another version of the water filter unit is the washer vacuum cleaner. Its design provides two containers: for clean and dirty water. During cleaning, a small amount of liquid is sprayed from the nozzle onto the floor and is immediately sucked up. This process refreshes carpets and other surfaces. The disadvantage is the difficulty of cleaning the inside of the device due to the complex design.

                Aquafilter vacuum cleaners are the perfect solution for cleaning cat and dog hair. It does not clog, but collects in a liquid that is easy to pour out after use.

                Not only pet owners, but also allergy sufferers, having tried the model with a water filter, no longer doubt which vacuum cleaner is better for cleaning wool. The filtration process is designed in such a way that even microscopic dust particles do not get outside with the outgoing air stream.

                Washing vacuum cleaner Thomas Aqua Allergy & Family

                This model is designed for dry and wet cleaning. Brushes are suitable for linoleum, stone, tile. High-quality nozzles do not scratch laminate and parquet, clean carpets and furniture completely. Slot diffuser included.

                Mopping gently removes dirt from floors. The device does not pour water, but sprays and immediately sucks up droplets. Therefore, the coating does not deteriorate, and even more so, no prerequisites for swelling are created. Spilling wine, tea, another “coloring” drink, or spilling food, you can quickly eliminate the cause of stains. Thomas Aqua Allergy & Family leaves no chance for pollution. This vacuum cleaner can even clean windows.

                The indisputable advantages of the vacuum cleaner are 99.99% dust removal and the ability to collect liquids.

                The model, according to users, has several disadvantages:

                • there are difficulties with cleaning the turbo brush,
                • above average cost,
                • thin wire.

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                Vacuum cleaner Hoover HYP1610 019

                The capacious aquafilter (3.5 l) of the Hoover HYP1610 019 allows you to carry out a full cleaning cycle without even remembering to clean it. Made of durable plastic, there are no dents or scratches from hitting furniture.

                Other advantages:

                • lightness, maneuverability, compactness;
                • nozzles allow you to clean on all surfaces, in hard-to-reach places;
                • capacious aquafilter absorbs all dust and after cleaning the air is clean, without unnecessary odors;
                • low price;
                • easy to clean filter;
                • adjustable power.

                Deficiencies were also indicated:

                • noisy operation;
                • at maximum load, water drips from the filter;
                • the vacuum cleaner is easily turned over, which is dangerous by pouring liquid from the filter onto internal parts;
                • insufficient wire length - 5 m.

                Purification passes through 6 filter layers. This ensures maximum purity of the outgoing air, which is especially important for people who are allergic to dust.

                The kit includes brushes, each of which makes cleaning easy and efficient:

                • for laminate, parquet;
                • for furniture;
                • for delicate surfaces;
                • carpet floor;
                • turbo brush;
                • slotted.
                Thomas Perfect Air Animal Pure Aquafilter Vacuum Cleaner

                Suitable for allergy sufferers, families with children and pets. High power and a special turbo brush clean surfaces, even long pile carpets, of wool and other debris. Filtration does not release dust back with the outgoing air stream.

                Features:

                • high filtration,
                • suction control,
                • the power button is on the handle,
                • light weight and dimensions,
                • easy to clean and maintain,
                • meets the declared parameters and cleaning efficiency.

                It is easy to use.

                • For dry cleaning, pour 1 liter of water into the special container. Dust gets wet, gets heavy and settles. After that, dirty water should be poured out and the container washed.
                • The Aqua-Box does not need to be filled with anything to collect wet debris and liquids. After operation, the contents are cleaned, the insides of the device are washed and dried.

                Thomas Perfect Air Animal Pure is characterized as comfortable, powerful and agile. Thanks to the nozzles, it will clean any surface:

                • brushes for cleaning the floor and carpet are switched at the touch of a button;
                • narrow nozzle will help to collect dust in the most inaccessible places;
                • small furniture nozzle removes dirt, hair and fur from upholstery.

                There are 2 types of filters included:

                • HEPA 13 is 100% effective against pollen and 99.99% effective against dust;
                • carbon - absorbs unwanted odors.

                With the Thomas Perfect Air Animal Pure vacuum cleaner, cleaning will be of high quality, without undue effort, and even more enjoyable.

                Woolen Container Vacuums

                Bag vacuum cleaners are not practical to use. They are bulky and heavy, less mobile. Requires constant bag replacement or frequent cleaning as productivity and efficiency directly depends on the fullness of the dust collector. It is inconvenient to clean it, a lot of dust is thrown out, which is unpleasant, especially for allergy sufferers.

                An alternative to bag vacuum cleaners - container models. They cost more, but this is offset by ease of use and further savings on bags and filters. The container itself is easily removed and cleaned of the contents. Compact dimensions, high-quality air purification and high suction power are the characteristics that make customers prefer containers with appliances more often.

                These vacuum cleaners are divided into 2 types:

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                Philips cyclonic vacuum cleaner FC9734/01

                Has sufficient suction power (420 W). The PowerCyclone8 system efficiently cleans the intake air from dust. The dust collector is presented in the form of a plastic container. It is airtight and prevents the backflow of debris and dust.

                The violet color of the model is discreet and does not attract attention. Together with compact dimensions, Philips FC9734/01 looks equally interesting in a corner in the kitchen, hallway or corridor.

                4 types of brushes are included in the set:

                • main TriActive + - with three holes: one central for small debris and two side ones for cleaning near walls;
                • turbo brush - powerful rotating for effective cleaning of carpets;
                • for upholstered furniture;
                • slotted.

                A feature is the ability to adjust the power. You can safely use a parquet vacuum cleaner, because the large soft wheels do not scratch the surface.

                Among the minuses:

                • heavy weight,
                • high price,
                • clumsy wheels.

                But there are much more advantages:

                • good power;
                • modern design;
                • sufficient volume of the dust collector - 2l;
                • ease of cleaning;
                • anti-allergic filter;
                • the ability to control power - 5 modes.
                Vacuum cleaner Rowenta RO 6984 EA

                Operates within a radius of 8.8 m.

                The versatility of this device is that it perfectly removes dust, dirt and hair from any surface and in hard-to-reach places.

                A good wool vacuum cleaner has monocyclone filtration that separates dust from the air it takes in. High-quality filters suck up a maximum of microparticles of debris, and keep up to 99.98% dust.

                An indisputable advantage is the saving of energy consumption due to the eco motor. In terms of power and cleaning efficiency, the unit can be compared with 2000 W models, although it consumes only 750 W.

                Among the shortcomings are:

                • impossibility of power adjustment,
                • above average cost,
                • it is necessary to manually clean the turbo brush,
                • dust sticks to the case.

                An important advantage of the model is the 2. 5 l dust container, which is cleaned in four movements.

                Philips Bagless Vacuum Cleaner FC9352/01

                Portable, lightweight and compact vacuum cleaner with 370W of power for unparalleled cleaning results. 6 m of cable will allow you to clean the area at a distance of nine meters without changing the outlet.

                PowerCyclone 5 filtration keeps the room as dust and hair free as possible. The plastic waste container has a volume of 1.5 liters. This is a little compared to other models, but it will be cleaned more often. The device will not lose power and will last longer.

                Damage-sensitive parquet nozzle and soft rubber wheels for safe movement and cleaning.

                The Philips FC9352/01 is so easy to use that even a child will be able to use it after familiarizing themselves with the functionality.

                Before choosing a wool vacuum cleaner, it is worth deciding which characteristics, in addition to efficiency, are important. Does the presence of the wire play a role and is there a need for air humidification for you. For complex cleaning, nozzles from the kit are important, which will help to clean all surfaces cleanly and with pleasure.

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                Pet Hair Robot

                Pet Hair Robot

                How to choose a pet hair robot? We share our recommendations with you!

                The robot vacuum cleaner is perfect for both dry and wet cleaning of smooth floors, as well as for cleaning animal hair from carpets and upholstered furniture.

                Important features of design and operation

                Let's start with the design features that are relevant when choosing a robot vacuum cleaner.

                • Possibility to set the cleaning schedule. With this option, you can program the gadget. It will work exactly when it is convenient for you.

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                • Suction power. The higher it is, the better the robot cleaner is at picking up pet hair from smooth floors and carpets.

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                • Ease of use. The instrument must be equipped with a removable turbo brush. It is needed for cleaning pile coatings and heavily soiled areas of the floor. Modern models are equipped with silicone devices. They clog more slowly and are easier to get rid of stuck hairs.

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                • Thorough cleaning function for particularly dirty areas. For this, robotic vacuum cleaners are equipped with special sensors. They determine the level of pollution. As a result, the suction power and the speed of rotation of the turbo brush are well regulated.

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                • Virtual wall. This function allows you to limit the appliance's access to pet bowls and trays.

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                • Battery capacity. It should provide a long time for the equipment to work (from 120 to 150 minutes). This is important, because the process of cleaning cat or dog hair is long and difficult.

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                How to use the robot vacuum according to the reaction of the dog or cat

                There are three ways in which pets can react to electronic assistants.

                • Instrument override. This is the best interaction option. Dogs and cats do not pay attention to the equipment and do not interfere with it to cope with the tasks of cleaning the premises.

                • Game. The animal perceives the robot cleaner as a toy. Often small pets like to ride on the device. This can lead to damage to the device, because it is not designed for additional load. When a cat or dog plays with the vacuum cleaner, damage to the side brushes is also possible.

                • Insurance It is caused by the appearance or noise of the operating device. Such reactions are rare. Even shy pets get used to robotic vacuum cleaners very quickly.

                Let's talk about additional unpleasant nuances that are important to consider when operating the equipment

                • Do not use a robot vacuum cleaner when the dog or cat is not yet accustomed to the tray. If the device touches or passes over animal feces, this will only aggravate the situation.

                • While playing with the Robot Cleaner, your pet may press the buttons and reset the settings. According to statistics, this happens very rarely, but it is useful to control the situation.

                • It is recommended to remove small toys left by your pet from the floor before starting the appliance.

                • In the worst case, the robot can suck the animal's tail. Therefore, do not leave the switched on device and the pet alone.

                Rating of the best Okami and Panda robot vacuum cleaners for cleaning animal hair

                To make it even easier for you to choose household appliances, let's focus on the features of Okami and Panda robot vacuum cleaners - devices that are great for removing cat and dog hair from various surfaces.

                Okami U80 Pet