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Best alternatives to the Hoover SmartWash

The Shark StainStriker is the strongest alternative.

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The Shark StainStriker at work: a carpet cleaner on a freshly cleaned rug beside a dog bed

Strongest all-rounder

Shark StainStrikerShark StainStrikerA handy, capable stain fighter for spots, not whole rooms

Suits you if

  • You have pets and deal with regular accidents on carpet or furniture
  • You need quick spot cleanup for spills on rugs, stairs, sofas, or car seats

Most dependable

Bissell Revolution HydroSteamBissell Revolution HydroSteamA powerful stain-lifting carpet cleaner that's heavy, loud, and sometimes slow to dry

Suits you if

  • You have pets or little kids and deal with accidents and spills
  • Your home has lots of carpet, stairs, or upholstery to deep clean

Easiest to live with

Bissell Little Green 1400BBissell Little Green 1400BA handy, affordable stain fighter for couches, carpets, and car seats

Suits you if

  • You have pets, kids, or frequent small spills
  • You want to refresh a couch, stairs, or car seats

If not this, then what?

If the Hoover SmartWash isn't quite right, start with the Shark StainStriker: it suits you if you have pets and deal with regular accidents on carpet or furniture. The Hoover SmartWash is still a great fit if you have pets and deal with regular carpet stains and odors.

We researched 26 expert reviews, analyzed 651 owner ratings and comments across 17 sources for 5 carpet cleaners, and cross-checked them into one verdict, so you don't have to.

Questions people actually ask

What is the best alternative to the Hoover SmartWash?

The Shark StainStriker. It suits you if you have pets and deal with regular accidents on carpet or furniture.

Based on: Product Review score 81 vs 44 for the Hoover SmartWash, across 4 alternatives.

Is there a more reliable alternative to the Hoover SmartWash?

Yes, the Shark StainStriker. It's less likely to give you trouble.

Based on: Reliability 78 for the Shark StainStriker vs 0.

What is the best alternative to the Hoover SmartWash from another brand?

The Shark StainStriker. It suits you if you have pets and deal with regular accidents on carpet or furniture.

Based on: Highest-scoring model not made by Hoover (81).

Is there a cheaper alternative to the Hoover SmartWash?

Yes, the Shark StainStriker. It usually costs less and suits you if you have pets and deal with regular accidents on carpet or furniture.

Based on: Typical prices: Hoover SmartWash $250; Shark StainStriker $120–$300.

Your other options, ranked

How each one compares with the Hoover SmartWash
  1. 01Shark StainStriker

    Shark StainStriker

    A handy, capable stain fighter for spots, not whole rooms

    EXPOWNREL81
    Higher score (+37)More reliableHappier ownersExperts rate it higherHoover SmartWash vs Shark StainStriker →
  2. 02Bissell Revolution HydroSteam

    Bissell Revolution HydroSteam

    A powerful stain-lifting carpet cleaner that's heavy, loud, and sometimes slow to dry

    EXPOWNREL72
    Higher score (+28)More reliableHappier ownersExperts rate it higherHoover SmartWash vs Bissell Revolution HydroSteam →
  3. 03Bissell Little Green 1400B

    Bissell Little Green 1400B

    A handy, affordable stain fighter for couches, carpets, and car seats

    EXPOWNREL71
    Higher score (+27)More reliableHappier ownersExperts rate it higherHoover SmartWash vs Bissell Little Green 1400B →
  4. 04Bissell ProHeat 2X Revolution Pet Pro

    Bissell ProHeat 2X Revolution Pet Pro

    Strong pet-stain cleaner for carpets, but durability is a real question

    EXPOWNREL67
    Higher score (+23)More reliableHappier ownersExperts rate it higherHoover SmartWash vs Bissell ProHeat 2X Revolution Pet Pro →