Is the Kärcher NT 48/1 good for home carpet cleaning?

Not really. It is a commercial wet/dry vacuum built for workshops and job sites. A household upright or canister is easier to maneuver on carpets.

Does it work without a bag?

It is designed for bagged dry collection, which keeps dust contained. Wet pickup does not use the bag.

Kärcher rates it at 72 dB. That is loud enough that ear protection is sensible during long cleaning sessions.

It handles both, but switch setup between wet and dry use. Dry pickup with a bag should not be mixed with wet suction.

No. It is corded and runs on 110V AC mains, so you need a power outlet nearby.

Tradespeople, contractors and facility crews who need large-capacity wet and dry cleanup. It is overkill for light household use.

At Lowe's, for $670.00, as of our latest check.

$670.00at Lowe'sChecked Nov 9

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