These top-rated compact, lightweight cleaners are easy to use and do a good job of leaving surfaces dry, making quick work of spills and stains Arianna Coger, a Consumer Reports lab technician, ...

Other than death and taxes, there’s one guarantee in life: messes. Kids bleed, dogs have accidents, and no matter how careful you are, the spilling of a wine glass is unavoidable. However, there’s a ...

The best carpet cleaners in CR’s tests can tackle tough stains on carpets and upholstery with ease The highest-rated carpet cleaners in our ratings, like the Bissell model pictured, can get out tough ...

A good vacuum cleaner or stick vac is the tool of choice to remove dust, pet hair, lint and food crumbs from your carpets, area rugs and upholstery — but simply vacuuming these soft household fabrics ...

Bottom Line: This portable carpet cleaner has powerful suction and includes tools for erasing pet-related stains and removing hair with ease. Pros: It took just two minutes to fully clean a pet vomit ...

Buying guide for Which portable carpet cleaner is best? Whether your dog tracks mud in from a walk, your kids are messy when dipping their chicken nuggets in ketchup or a guest spills red wine at a ...