(checked 2026-10-10)
Wirecutter's pick for frequent messes: double-size tanks that stand up, three useful tools and a three-year warranty. It cleans slightly worse than the basic Little Green, weighs more, has no hose-cleaning tool, and Amazon owners report handles snapping.
Top complaints
- Cleans a bit worse than the cheaper model
Wirecutter says it lagged slightly behind the basic Little Green on Fanta, red wine and peanut butter on carpet.
Source: Wirecutter - Handle snaps
Amazon's summary says durability opinions are mixed, with several owners reporting the handle snapped in half.
- Heavier, no hose-rinse tool
At 11 lb empty it was one of the heavier spot cleaners Wirecutter tested, and unlike the basic model it lacks a hose-cleaning tool.
Source: Wirecutter
What owners love
- Most comfortable to use
Wirecutter says its larger tool, flexible hose and well-designed tanks made it more comfortable than any model tested; the pet tool cleaned the same stains in about half the time and effort.
Source: Wirecutter - Better tanks
Wirecutter says its tanks are twice the basic model's size, have handles, stand on their own and mark doses for small and large jobs.
Source: Wirecutter - Owners like suction and pet-stain results
Amazon's summary says owners find it easy to operate, with decent suction for its size that cuts drying time, and effective on pet accidents.
- You only clean a stain now and then
- You want the strongest stain removal per dollar
- You'll carry it around often (11 lb empty)
- Frequent pet or kid accidents
- Cars and tight corners (crevice spray tool)
- A longer warranty (3 years)
Scores (tap for why)
What experts say
- Wirecutter (NYT): Best for frequent messes (new pick, 2026-09-25): matched the top pick on upholstery, slightly behind on carpet; more comfortable, three tools, three-year warranty; 11 lb and no hose-cleaning tool.