If you’re a parent, whether of a pet or a human, or if you like to ensure clean carpets and couches, it helps to have a stain-removing appliance. For many, that tool is the HuffPost-favorite Bissell Little Green carpet cleaner. But for loads of others, the Shark StainStriker is a fantastic alternative — and one that several reviewers say is actually better than Bissell, due to its superior suction power, easy-to-clean design and powerful stain removal.
The stain-removing magic comes from its innovative, dual-tank design.
The StainStriker comes packaged with two solutions to dilute, clean and wipe away stains with water and suction power: a 6-ounce bottle of Shark’s Deep Clean Pro Formula and 12 ounces of an OXY Multiplier Formula. After loading it, the machine mixes the two formulas and attacks stains directly.
It also separates the dirty water from the clean, so when you’re all done, you can dump it without any mess. It also works as a vacuum to grab debris and scraps, plus with its attachments — an integrated crevice tool and a 3.5-inch reversible bristle tool — you can add abrasion as needed. The device is also less than 8 pounds, making it great for vehicle use.
Of course, it’s an excellent investment for pet owners. “Love this thing!,” says one reviewer. “I have an elderly dog who can’t quite make it through a full work day anymore and has accidents frequently. I was sick of wasting all the paper towels soaking up the mess. I got this and i love it! I can vacuum up the mess, treat the stain, vacuum up the stain cleaner and it’s all done. It was perfect for what I needed and if treated quickly cleans up the stain COMPLETELY!”
