(checked 2026-10-10)The listing pools several PowerScrub styles.
HGTV's best value and one of Amazon's most-rated carpet cleaners (58,000+ ratings). It got peanut butter out where most rivals failed and has big tanks that are easy to clean, but it's bulky to steer and store, and some owners report it breaking within months.
Top complaints
- Bulky to steer and store
HGTV says its bulk affects maneuverability and makes it harder to store, though at about 18 lb it isn't heavy.
Source: HGTV - Some units break within months
Amazon's summary says owners generally praise durability, though some report it breaking after 4 months of use.
What owners love
- Handles stubborn stains
HGTV says it removed red wine in 2-3 minutes and was one of the only machines to fully clear smeared peanut butter, with the SpinBrush hand tool picking up the last traces. Amazon owners say it does a great job and is better than renting.
- Big, easy-to-clean tanks
HGTV notes 128-ounce clean and dirty tanks and a dirty-tank lid that pops off completely for thorough cleaning. Amazon owners say it's easy to fill, empty and remove the dirty-water bucket.
- Good value, plenty of tools
HGTV lists a powered SpinBrush, crevice, stair and upholstery tools. Amazon owners call it lightweight, easy to use and well worth the money.
- You have little storage space
- You want the lightest, nimblest machine
- You want lab-measured drying data
- Whole-room cleaning on a budget
- Big tanks (128 oz) for fewer refills
- Stairs and upholstery (powered SpinBrush hand tool)
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What experts say
- HGTV: Best value (updated 2026-07-14): excellent bang for the buck, one of the few to fully remove peanut butter, 128-oz tanks, 18.5 lb, 20-ft cord. Con: relatively bulky footprint. Listed at $150 (regularly $240).