Is the Shark CarpetXpert worth it over renting a carpet cleaner?

If you clean carpets more than once or twice a year, owning it avoids rental fees and lets you spot clean anytime. For a single deep clean, renting may cost less.

How does it handle pet stains and odors?

It has a built-in spot and stain remover for pet messes and claims to trap and remove odors like pet urine rather than mask them. Use the handheld tool on upholstery and stairs.

Does it work on upholstery and stairs?

Yes. The handheld spot and stain remover extends to clean carpets, stairs, couches and upholstery, and three tools are included for spots, crevices and stairs.

How long do carpets take to dry?

PowerSpray is designed to penetrate fibers without oversoaking, which helps carpets dry faster. Drying still depends on carpet thickness and room airflow.

What comes in the box?

The upright deep carpet cleaner, a 3.5-inch reversible bristle tool and an integrated crevice tool are included, along with the built-in spot and stain remover.

Is $249.99 a good price?

At $249.99 at The Home Depot as of November 8, 2026, it is at the low end of its recent range, with 5 stores pricing it new. Check the price history before buying if you can wait.

Where can I buy the Shark CarpetXpert Upright Carpet & Built-in Stain Cleaner?

6 stores we checked sell it, including Cleanova, The Home Depot, Amazon, DriveLab_onlinestore, MotorLab.

Shark CarpetXpert Upright Carpet & Built-in Stain Cleaner

Q: Where is the Shark CarpetXpert Upright Carpet & Built-in Stain Cleaner cheapest?

At The Home Depot, for $249.99, 22% under what the other stores charge, as of our latest check.

Q: What do buyers say about the Shark CarpetXpert Upright Carpet & Built-in Stain Cleaner?

Rated 4.6 out of 5 from 40 ratings.

Best price now

$249.99at The Home DepotObserved Nov 8, 2026, 10:28 AM

22% under what the other stores charge

Compared across 6 stores. Prices are checked against each store and labelled with when.

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What reviewers say

4.6 / 540 ratings

Rated 4.6 out of 5 from 40 ratings, buyers generally report strong deep cleaning and useful spot treatment. Complaints center on the machine's weight and the effort of filling and emptying tanks.

What people mention

Cleaning powerPraisedOwners say it pulls a lot of dirt out of carpets and rugs.
Spot toolPraisedThe built-in handheld cleaner is called useful for stairs and couches.
WeightCriticisedBuyers find the upright heavy to move and carry.
TanksMixedThe dual-tank design works, but filling and emptying takes effort.
DryingPraisedReviewers report carpets dry faster than expected.

About the Shark CarpetXpert Upright Carpet & Built-in Stain Cleaner

About This

• ERASE BUILT-UP DIRT & GRIME: Shark CarpetXpert is an upright carpet and upholstery cleaner with built-in spot and stain remover—perfect whole-home cleaning, homes with pets, and erasing the stains of yesteryear.

• LOOSENS & LIFTS AWAY EMBEDDED MESSES: Restore carpets with CarpetXpert Technology, combining a high-speed brushroll, high-pressure PowerSpray, and Shark's ultra-powerful suction for unbeatable deep carpet cleaning*.

• BUILT-IN SPOT & STAIN ELIMINATOR REACHES WHEREVER MESSES HAPPEN: The handheld spot & stain remover extends to quickly clean anywhere in your home—from carpets and stairs to upholstery, couches, and more.

• REMOVES ODORS INSTEAD OF JUST MASKING THEM: Stubborn, lingering odors like smoke and pet urine aren’t just covered up, they’re trapped and removed.^

• THREE SPECIALIZED TOOLS FOR EVERY MESS: Includes three specially designed tools to easily clean tough spots and stains on carpets, area rugs, upholstery, carpeted stairs, and more.

• GET BACK ON YOUR CARPETS FASTER: PowerSpray penetrates deep into fibers without oversoaking them, helping your carpets dry fast.

• FRESH CLEANING FROM START TO FINISH: Dual Tank System keeps clean water and formula separate from dirty water, so you get clean results and without spreading dirt back around.

• WHAT'S INCLUDED: Shark CarpetXpert Upright Deep Carpet Cleaner, 3.5" Reversible Bristle Tool, Integrated Crevice Tool, 7" Wide-Path Tool, and 12oz. Deep Clean Essential Formula.

• *Shark CarpetXpert models vs. consumer carpet cleaners based on ASTM F2828 using included cleaning solution ^When used as directed with Shark cleaning solution.

Overview

• Brand : Shark

• Color : Green

• Item Weight : 17 pounds

• Product Dimensions : 13.2"D x 12"W x 43.5"H

• Style : CarpetXpert + Spot & Stain