How is this different from a trigger-style carpet cleaner?

You push forward to wash and pull back to dry, with no trigger to hold. Solution mixing is automatic, so there is less setup and less hand fatigue.

Is it good for pet accidents?

Yes. The Pet version is aimed at pet households, and the power brushes plus strong extraction handle urine, mud and other messes well on carpet and rugs.

How long does carpet take to dry?

Most owners report carpet feeling dry within a few hours, helped by HeatForce extraction. Damp, humid rooms and thick pile take longer.

Does it work on hard floors?

It is designed for carpet and rugs. Hard floors are better served by a dedicated hard-floor cleaner or a wet-dry vacuum.

What comes in the box?

The machine, a sample bottle of cleaning solution and a brush tool for stairs and upholstery. Check the listing for the exact included accessories.

Is it worth it over the standard SmartWash?

The Pet version adds pet-focused cleaning and the same automatic wash-and-dry system. If you have pets or heavy traffic, it is the more useful pick.

Where is the Hoover SmartWash Advanced Pet Automatic cheapest?

At Walmart, for $283.05, as of our latest check.

What do buyers say about the Hoover SmartWash Advanced Pet Automatic?

Rated 4.6 out of 5 from 2,567 ratings.

Where can I buy the Hoover SmartWash Advanced Pet Automatic?

2 stores we checked sell it, including Walmart, Tiendamia.com.ec.

Hoover SmartWash Advanced Pet Automatic

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Hoover SmartWash Advanced Pet Automatic

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Our take on the Hoover SmartWash Advanced Pet Automatic

The Hoover SmartWash Advanced Pet is an upright carpet cleaner built around push-forward-to-wash, pull-back-to-dry operation, so there are no trigger buttons or solution measuring. FlexForce power brushes agitate embedded dirt, Auto Mix dispenses the right amount of solution, and HeatForce extraction speeds drying. It suits pet households and anyone who wants deep carpet cleaning without the fiddly setup of trigger-style machines. Against rivals like the Bissell ProHeat and Rug Doctor, it trades manual control for simplicity, which owners like but some find limiting on tough spots.

Best forPet owners dealing with stains and odorsWhole-room carpet cleaningShoppers who want button-free, automatic operationHouseholds that clean carpets often

Pros

Push-forward wash and pull-back dry needs no trigger
Auto Mix measures solution automatically
FlexForce power brushes lift embedded dirt
HeatForce extraction speeds drying
Pet-focused design for stains and odors
Strong owner ratings across thousands of buyers

Cons

Less manual control than trigger-style cleaners
Heavy to carry up and down stairs
Tank capacity means refills on large jobs
Brushes and belts need occasional maintenance

Hoover SmartWash Advanced Pet Automatic prices at every store

Tiendamia.com.ecPre-owned
In stockShips from Ecuador · duties may apply
$214.49Checked Nov 12
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WalmartNew
In stockSold by KKID-DealsReturns: Sold by a Walmart Marketplace seller; returns go to the seller under the seller's returns policy.
$283.05Checked Nov 12
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What reviewers say

4.6 / 52,567 ratings

Owners rate it highly and praise how simple it is to run: no trigger to hold, no measuring, and carpets dry reasonably fast. Complaints center on weight and on the machine being less aggressive on set-in stains than manual cleaners.

What people mention

Ease of usePraisedOwners say the push-forward, pull-back design removes the trigger fatigue of other cleaners.
Cleaning powerPraisedReviewers report it lifts dirt and pet messes well from medium-pile carpet.
Drying timePraisedHeatForce extraction leaves carpets drier sooner than many owners expected.
WeightCriticisedSeveral owners find it heavy to lift and awkward on stairs.
Stain removalMixedFresh stains come out well, but owners say old set-in stains need repeat passes.
Solution usePraisedAuto Mix is liked for taking the guesswork out of measuring detergent.

About the Hoover SmartWash Advanced Pet Automatic

The Hoover SmartWash Advanced Pet Automatic is an automatic carpet cleaner with Automatic Cleaning Technology. It is designed to make carpet washing work like vacuuming, with no multiple buttons and no solution measuring.

To use it, push forward to clean and pull back to dry. Auto Mix mixes and dispenses the correct amount of solution for cleaning. Auto Dry extracts water with HeatForce for a faster drying time.

FlexForce PowerBrushes remove deep, embedded dirt from carpet.

Color: Silver
Cleaning: Push forward to clean, pull back to dry
Solution: Auto Mix measures and dispenses automatically
Drying: Auto Dry with HeatForce
Brushes: FlexForce PowerBrushes

Specifications

color: SilverSource

Questions and answers

How is this different from a trigger-style carpet cleaner?: You push forward to wash and pull back to dry, with no trigger to hold. Solution mixing is automatic, so there is less setup and less hand fatigue.
Is it good for pet accidents?: Yes. The Pet version is aimed at pet households, and the power brushes plus strong extraction handle urine, mud and other messes well on carpet and rugs.
How long does carpet take to dry?: Most owners report carpet feeling dry within a few hours, helped by HeatForce extraction. Damp, humid rooms and thick pile take longer.
Does it work on hard floors?: It is designed for carpet and rugs. Hard floors are better served by a dedicated hard-floor cleaner or a wet-dry vacuum.
What comes in the box?: The machine, a sample bottle of cleaning solution and a brush tool for stairs and upholstery. Check the listing for the exact included accessories.
Is it worth it over the standard SmartWash?: The Pet version adds pet-focused cleaning and the same automatic wash-and-dry system. If you have pets or heavy traffic, it is the more useful pick.
Where is the Hoover SmartWash Advanced Pet Automatic cheapest?: At Walmart, for $283.05, as of our latest check.
What do buyers say about the Hoover SmartWash Advanced Pet Automatic?: Rated 4.6 out of 5 from 2,567 ratings.
Where can I buy the Hoover SmartWash Advanced Pet Automatic?: 2 stores we checked sell it, including Walmart, Tiendamia.com.ec.