7 Upright Carpet Cleaners Worth Owning, Ranked & Reviewed for 2026

Our verdict: The most complete deep cleaner in the group, with a pet formula and a premium build.

The ProHeat 2X Revolution Pet Pro Plus is the top of the BISSELL upright range here, and the listing flags a pet formula. The ProHeat line is known for heating the cleaning solution, which helps loosen set-in dirt and pet marks, and it sits in the $200 to $500 bracket.

It takes first place because it is aimed at the hardest jobs: pet stains, traffic lanes and carpets that have never been properly cleaned. The cost is bulk and price, since a full-size upright with larger tanks is heavier to push and store than the TurboClean models.

Buy it if you have pets and want one machine that handles deep cleaning. Skip it if your carpet only needs light refreshing a couple of times a year.

Type

Upright deep cleaner

Formula

Pet formula

Line

ProHeat 2X Revolution

Price bucket

$200 to $500

Our verdict: A pro-style machine for large, heavily soiled carpets, with a pet formula on the listing.

Big Green is BISSELL's professional-style upright, priced in the $200 to $500 range, and the listing mentions a pet formula. It is the machine to look at when the carpet is large and filthy rather than lightly worn.

It places second because it is built like a work tool, but it lacks the heating emphasis of the ProHeat. Compared with the compact TurboClean machines, it is larger and demands more storage room, and heavy machines take more effort to steer around furniture.

Choose it for multi-room carpeting, busy households or rental properties. If your carpet is small or you want a lighter machine, pick one of the TurboClean models.

Type

Professional-style upright

Formula

Pet formula

Strength

Large, soiled carpet

Price bucket

$200 to $500

Our verdict: A scrub-focused Hoover with a pet formula, priced well below the BISSELL flagships.

The PowerScrub Deluxe is a Hoover upright that lists a pet formula and falls in the $100 to $200 bucket. The name points to its approach, which relies on agitating scrub brushes to work solution into the pile.

It ranks third because it delivers much of the deep-cleaning idea at half the cost of the ProHeat, though without heating. It also offers a different brand's parts network, which some owners prefer to BISSELL's. The tradeoff is that the listing offers few specifics, so tank size and hose accessories are worth checking before purchase.

Buy it if you want a capable mid-priced machine for regular cleaning. Pet households with severe staining may prefer the ProHeat.

Type

Upright scrubber

Formula

Pet formula

Brand

Hoover

Price bucket

$100 to $200

Our verdict: A pet-focused BISSELL with a steam feature, positioned as a backup if the leaders do not fit.

The Revolution HydroSteam Pet is a BISSELL upright that the listing associates with steam, and it sits in the $200 to $500 bracket. The pet branding puts it in the same audience as the ProHeat.

It ranks fourth because it costs the same as the top two without the clear lead over them. A steam or heated element may help with grime and odors, but the listing offers no technical detail, so the benefit is hard to judge from the page alone.

It makes sense if you like the heated approach and the style appeals, or if the ProHeat is out of stock. Otherwise, the Hoover is better value and the ProHeat is stronger.

Type

Upright with steam feature

Audience

Pet households

Line

Revolution HydroSteam

Price bucket

$200 to $500

Our verdict: A compact upright for pet owners, with more features than the base TurboClean.

The TurboClean PET is a compact BISSELL upright for the $100 to $200 range. The listing points to a fuller feature set than the other TurboClean models and suggests it for buyers willing to pay more.

It ranks fifth because compact uprights suit regular upkeep rather than the toughest stains. They are lighter to push and easier to store than the ProHeat or Big Green, which counts for a lot in apartments. The tradeoff is smaller capacity, so large rooms need more refill trips.

Buy it for moderate pet mess and apartment-sized carpets. If you have heavy staining or wide carpeted areas, step up to the ProHeat.

Type

Compact upright

Audience

Pet owners

Line

TurboClean

Price bucket

$100 to $200

Our verdict: The listing's lowest-cost pick, aimed at pet owners who want to spend as little as possible.

The TurboClean Pet XL is an upright BISSELL in the $100 to $200 range. The listing highlights it as the lowest cost option in its comparison, and the name hints at a larger scale than the standard TurboClean.

It lands sixth since cost is its main appeal, and the listing offers little else. Compared with the TurboClean PET above, it saves money but loses the fuller feature set. It does stay in the BISSELL ecosystem, so replacement formulas and brushes are easy to find.

Choose it if budget is the deciding factor and your cleaning needs are modest. For deep cleaning, look higher up this list.

Type

Upright

Audience

Pet households

Line

TurboClean Pet XL

Price bucket

$100 to $200

Our verdict: The base TurboClean, chosen for its smaller footprint and everyday upkeep role.

The base TurboClean is an upright BISSELL in the $100 to $200 range, and the listing recommends it for limited space. It has no pet branding in the title, so it is a general-purpose option.

It ranks last because the pet versions offer more for similar money, but it makes sense when storage is tight and pets are not part of the picture. A smaller upright slides into a closet that a full-size machine never would.

Pick it for a small flat or a household without pets. Anyone who shares a home with animals should choose a pet model instead.

Type

Compact upright

Use

General purpose

Line

TurboClean

Price bucket

$100 to $200