Hoover Power Scrub Deluxe

It ranks #5 (B tier) on our consolidated carpet cleaners board, drawn from 5 cited sources across 4 outlets.

It is for someone who wants a sturdy mid-range carpet washer that handles tough jobs without paying for the top of the board. Reviewers rate its deep cleaning, powerful brush head and sturdy chassis, and Wirecutter names it the top mid-range washer. On our board it performs comparably to the Bissell Power Scrub Deluxe in A tier. If you want the strongest cleaner available, the Tineco CARPET ONE Smart Carpet Cleaner Machine in S tier is the pick.

Reviewers credit it with a sturdy chassis that withstands heavy use, so the body should outlast the wear parts. As with every carpet washer the brush roll and pump go first, so rinse it out after every session and check the brush a few times a year. The board records no notable failure pattern for this model.

They perform comparably on tough cleaning jobs, and reviewers say as much. The Bissell Power Scrub Deluxe sits one tier higher for its record in extreme cleaning and its low maintenance needs, but it is bulky and has a moderate five-year failure rate. The Hoover Power Scrub Deluxe is the mid-range pick with a sturdy chassis. Choose the Bissell for the hardest jobs and the Hoover if value matters more.

Buy the Hoover Power Scrub Deluxe. The plain Hoover Power Scrub can remove substantial grime, but on our board it sits in F tier while the Deluxe sits in B, and the Deluxe brings the more powerful brush head and the sturdier build. The gap between them is larger than the name suggests.

Empty and rinse both tanks after every use, run clean water through the hose and tools, and leave the tanks off the machine to dry. Clear hair from the brush head and wipe the nozzle so dried solution does not block the spray. Store it upright in a dry room.