5 Best Vacuums For Area Rugs (Spring 2022)

Weight: 6.6 pounds

Dimensions: 10.3 x 8.8 x 44 inches

Pros: 

• Great for cleaning area rugs
• Easily converts to a handheld vacuum
• Very long battery life
• Versatile attachments to help you clean corners, stairs, and crevices
• 500W motor provides up to 6X more suction than other stick vacuums
• Includes 2 brushes for cleaning area rugs and hard floors

Cons:

• Max power setting drains battery life quickly

We picked the Tineco cordless vacuum as the best vacuum for area rugs because it really does suck, but not in a bad way. We tested this vacuum on our area rugs that were filled with dust, pet hair, and food crumbs.

The results? It sucked up everything in its path. We think the 500W motor has something to do with why this vacuum is so powerful. 

If you’re looking for a lightweight, modern, and powerful stick vacuum that will suck up all dirt, dust, and debris on your area rugs, look no further. So, what do customers say about this vacuum?

What Reviewers Say

1. “Better than expected, better than the big names, but still expensive.”
2. “It’s great for high-density carpet. It has strong suction on rugs, and it’s fantastic on hardwood/tile.”
3. “The filter system is fantastic, and will make you embarrassed by the dirtiness of your home.”
4. “Powerful suction, looong battery life, and so many useful attachments!”
5. “Exceeds expectations!”

Weight: 6.77 pounds

Dimensions: 13.4 x 13.4 x 3.54 inches

Pros: 

• Works with Alexa
• Great for removing pet hair from area rugs
• Self-charging
• 3 stage cleaning system loosens, lifts, and sucks up dirt, dust, and hair
• Works harder on high traffic areas in your home to remove the most dirt and debris possible

Cons:

• As a robot vacuum, it doesn’t have the biggest tank capacity

This robot vacuum by iRobot definitely exceeded our expectations. How?

First, it thoroughly sucked up any dirt, dust, and debris in its way, and definitely did well cleaning our area rugs.

Second, it knows which areas of your home have the most dirt and focuses on cleaning them first.

Third, it has an edge sweeping brush that is designed at a 27 degree angle to sweep away debris from corners and edges. So, if this vacuum is so good, then customers must love it too, right? Correct.

What Reviewers Say

1. “Does a great job at a practical price.”
2. “THE BEST.”
3. “The wifi/cell phone control option is great.”
4. “I can now walk barefoot!”
5. “Performance has been both impressive and flawless.”

Weight: 11.6 pounds

Dimensions: 9 x 17.5 x 11.63 inches

Pros: 

• 2.5 liter dust cup capacity
• Most can afford it
• Great for quick and efficient cleaning
• Lightweight
• Power-touch handle with easy-to-use controls
• Sucks up dirt, dust, and debris quickly

Cons:

• Some customers say it isn’t very durable

Look no further, because we’ve found a canister vacuum that will do the dirty work for you. Eureka has made another incredible vacuum, yet again.

This corded canister vacuum cleaner is great for cleaning area rugs and removing pet hair. It has a lightweight design, a power-touch handle, easy-to-use controls, and is budget-friendly for most.

When we tested it on our area rugs that were covered in food crumbs, dirt and grass from outside, and pet hair, it sucked up  95% of debris and left a few pieces of dirt and grass on the ground. 

However, we put much more dirt and grass on our testing floors than the average homeowner would probably have on their floors and area rugs. So, what do customers say about this “mighty” vacuum?

What Reviewers Say

1. “The new Mighty Mite is just as great as the previous ones!”
2. “It really sucks (obviously in a good way)!”
3. “I absolutely love this vacuum!”
4. “Better than any tornado.”
5. “Highly recommend this vacuum.”

Weight: 15.6 pounds

Dimensions: 15.59 x 13.39 x 41.93 inches

Pros: 

• Powerful suction
• Helps create a cleaner and healthier home
• Scientifically proven to capture particles as small as allergens and bacteria
• 31 foot cord length
• One of the more affordable Dyson models

Cons:

• Doesn’t work well on plush or high pile carpet

Next on our list is the Dyson Upright Vacuum which works powerfully on area rugs and helps users create a cleaner home. It is scientifically proven to capture particles as tiny as allergens and bacteria.

We actually enjoyed using this Dyson model because it really sucked up all of the dust and dirt on our area rugs. It’s also fairly quiet compared to other upright vacuums we tested.

Our favorite features:

1. Self-adjusting cleaner head
2. Flexible floor to ceiling cleaning
3. Wand and long-reach hose release in one smooth action
4. Ball technology makes it easy to maneuver
5. Hygienic bin emptying

So, if we rate this vacuum so highly, then other customers should love it too, right? Correct.

What Reviewers Say

1. “Incredible suction.”
2. “Does not damage wood floors.”
3. “AMAZING vacuum!”
4. “This one is great!”
5. “Love love love this vacuum!”

Weight: 11.02 pounds

Dimensions: 10.5 x 12 x 46 inches

Pros: 

• Vacuums and washes your floors at the same time
• Both great for area rugs and hard floors
• Two tank system keeps cleaning solution and dirty water separated
• Sucks up everything in its cleaning path, whether it’s food crumbs, or even coffee spills

Cons:

• Some customers say it leaves dirty streaks

Last but not least, the Bissell CrossWave Carpet and Floor Cleaner by Bissell. If you’re looking for a lightweight, powerful, and multi-purpose vacuum cleaner, look no further. 

We wanted to see if it would suck up cereal, pet hair, dust, and dirt from outside. The results? This model by Bissell sucked up everything in its cleaning path when we tested it on our area rugs.

Also, with two-tank technology, you’ll never clean with dirty water again. When you use this vacuum, you’ll be shocked at how dirty your area rugs really are. So, if this vacuum is highly rated by the Onedesk testing team, then wouldn’t customers also think highly of this product? Yes, let’s see what they say.

What Reviewers Say

1. “Love it, but I’m disgusted that my supposedly clean floors were so filthy...”
2. “I LOVE the results of using this vacuum.”
3. “Very easy to clean and use.”
4. “Very easy to assemble, took me about five minutes.”
5. “So far I’m super impressed.”