Best 2018 Vacuums for Pet-Ready Features

#1 Hoover Smartwash Automatic Carpet Cleaner Machine
5.0

Pet-focused reviewers liked the pet tools, Spot Chaser, and real-world cleaning on pet-heavy carpets and rugs.

Pros: Overall opinion, Maintenance requirements

Cons: Solution / Liquid system, Controls and UI

#2 Bissell Pet Hair Eraser Cordless Hand Vacuum
5.0

Pet-hair pickup was the clearest strength: the motorized brush and spot tests repeatedly removed hair from couches, carpets, cat trees, stairs, and fabrics.

Pros: Pet-Ready Features, Overall opinion

Cons: Battery and Charging, Hard Floor — Large Debris Intake

#3 Dyson V8 Animal Cordless Vacuum
4.9

Pet-related evidence was strongly positive: reviewers used it for dog and cat hair, pet beds, baseboard fur, and pet messes, though some relied on max power for heavy upholstery hair.

Pros: Overall opinion, Suction and Airflow

Cons: Hard Floor — Large Debris Intake, Suitability for heavy-duty use

#4 Dyson V10 Cordless Vacuum Cleaner
4.8

Pet use drew strong praise, especially mini motorized tools and dog-hair pickup, with tests showing pet hair handled with little issue.

Pros: Overall opinion, Suction and Airflow

Cons: Controls and UI, Battery and Charging

#5 Hoover PowerDash Pet Compact Carpet Cleaner Machine
4.7

Pet use is a major strength: reviewers liked it for puppy accidents, urination spots, pet messes, and repeated pet-related stains.

Pros: Dried-On Stain Removal, Price and Value

Cons: Suitability for heavy-duty use, Maintenance requirements

#6 Miele C3 Vacuum Cleaner
4.4

Pet readiness was generally strong thanks to pet-hair tools and hair pickup, with some caveats around the motorized brush.

Pros: Filtration / Dust Containment, Suction and Airflow

Cons: Ongoing ownership costs (bags, filters, batteries)

#7 THISWORX Car Vacuum Cleaner
4.3

Pet-related evidence was positive but limited: reviewers said loose dog hair could be picked up and the brush attachment was useful for pet-fur buildup.

Pros: Overall opinion, Cord length

Cons: Suitability for heavy-duty use, Emptying and Mess Control

#8 Miele C1 Canister Vacuum
3.4

Pet-readiness is split: one Cat & Dog review says the model disappoints for pet households because of tangles, while another calls the pet package a strong fit.

Pros: Suction and Airflow, Overall opinion

Cons: Onboard tool storage, Controls and UI

#9 Black+Decker Dustbuster QuickClean
2.0

Pet readiness is limited because the vacuum lacks a roller brush and struggles to remove pet hair from upholstery.

Pros: Suction and Airflow, Overall opinion

Cons: Emptying and Mess Control, Suitability for heavy-duty use