Best 2017 Vacuums for Area Rug Handling

#1 Kenmore Elite Canister Vacuum
4.5

Area rug and plush-carpet handling is strong, with praise for reduced push effort and high-pile or shag capability.

Pros: Accessories and Tools, Filtration / Dust Containment

Cons: Maneuverability and Handling, Weight

#2 Bissell Featherweight Stick Vacuum
4.5

Area-rug handling is supported by one positive long-term review saying it works well on hard floors and mid-pile rugs.

Pros: Overall opinion, Weight

Cons: Hard Floor — Large Debris Intake, Cord length

#3 Eureka Blaze 3-in-1 Stick Vacuum
4.2

Area-rug and small-rug results were generally positive for light debris and hair, though carpet rolling was less effortless than hard floors.

Pros: Overall opinion, Maneuverability and Handling

Cons: Emptying and Mess Control, Filtration / Dust Containment

#4 Miele Blizzard CX1 Bagless Canister Vacuum
4.2

Rug handling is mixed, with delicate and thick rugs cleaning well in some tests but carpet/rug suction requiring adjustment.

Pros: Overall opinion, Suction and Airflow

Cons: Hair Pickup — Carpets, Price and Value

#5 Black+Decker 20V Pivot Vac Cordless Handheld Vacuum
4.0

Area-rug or mat evidence was positive overall, with reviewers reporting strong performance on floor mats and entry-style carpet mats.

Pros: Suction and Airflow, Ease of use

Cons: Filtration / Dust Containment, Build quality and durability

#6 NaceCare Henry HVR160 Compact Vacuum
3.9

Area rug handling was mixed: reviewers praised low-pile and some deep-pile rug results, but thick rugs required more effort or left deeper debris behind.

Pros: Suction and Airflow, Bin and Bag

Cons: Storage footprint and upright-stand stability, Floorhead design

#7 Bissell Zing Canister Bagless Vacuum
3.8

Area rug handling appeared usable for light rug work, especially in budget or pet-hair contexts, but not a strength for demanding carpet tasks.

Pros: Overall opinion, Weight

Cons: Accessories and Tools, Filtration / Dust Containment