Carpet — High-Pile Pickup

Provides excellent cleaning on thicker carpets, with its powered head and strong suction working effectively even on shag and other high-pile surfaces, and in one comparison it pulled up extra dust that a premium Dyson cordless left behind.

On high-pile rugs the X10 Pro Omni pulls up substantial embedded dirt and pet hair, often leaving heavily soiled carpets looking almost completely clean after a couple of passes.

Carpet and boss-style tests show the Outsize far ahead of rivals, with enough suction to latch onto long-fiber rugs and clear high-level enemies to S rank where other vacuums leave debris behind.

Delivers excellent carpet cleaning, with a powered head that handles shag and thicker carpets well and ranks among the best canisters in testing.

Across tests the Q5 Max+ now ranks at the top of its price class for carpet pickup, removing around two-thirds of a heavy debris mix and reliably deep-cleaning everyday messes on rugs and wall-to-wall carpeting.

Outstanding carpet performance with perfect deep-clean results and confident pickup on high pile.

The Kenmore Elite’s ultra plush power nozzle handles dense, high-pile carpets with strong suction and automated vents that prevent the head from sealing to the fibers, and testing finds it picks up far more debris than other canister vacuums on shag rugs, especially large crumbs, though some fine sand and rice can remain after a timed pass.

High-pile carpet performance is consistently strong, with tests showing high-90s pickup for most debris types and good agitation from the direct-drive/motorized head.

High-pile carpet results are generally strong in controlled tests, though thick or shaggy rugs can increase drag and reduce ease of movement; overall it is reliable on plush carpet but not always the best-in-class performer compared with newer, more powerful Dysons.

On carpet the Deebot X8 Pro Omni delivers strong deep cleaning, removing roughly three quarters of a difficult debris mix and posting above average deep clean scores, making it one of the better robot vacuums for pulling embedded grit from high pile and thick rugs, and owners say it also handles thick household rugs without issue in everyday use.

High-pile carpet pickup is very strong, including deep embedded dust, but the head can feel hard to push on thick pile when suction is high.

High-pile and plush carpet performance is typically very strong, though the vacuum can feel harder to push on thick carpet unless suction or gate settings are adjusted.

High-pile carpet pickup scores well in at least one lab test, suggesting it can handle thicker carpet debris reasonably. Mop clearance over thicker carpet is still a caution point because mop lift height is modest.

High-pile carpet performance is reported as very strong in testing, with good sealing and high debris removal; multiple reviewers praise deep carpet cleaning. Overall, carpet vacuuming is a key strength compared with many competitors at similar prices.

High-pile carpets and shag rugs are cleaned very well, with powerful suction pulling up deep debris so surfaces look freshly groomed even after big mess demonstrations.

With its Electro Premium power brush the Complete C3 digs deep into thick and high pile carpets, pulling out embedded debris and pet hair and leaving dense rugs noticeably cleaner than many mid range uprights and sticks, though some variants with the SEB 236 head can feel a bit grabby or struggle on very plush, super high pile carpet compared with the SEB 228 nozzle.

On high pile carpet the Saros 10R now ranks near the top of current flagships, pulling around 72 percent of a tough debris mix once the raised body mode is disabled, making it a strong choice for homes with thicker rugs even if it does not quite match the very best performer.

On thick, high-pile rugs it glides more easily than the previous Ball Animal 2 and still deep-cleans well with the front gates open, though the lowest head-height setting can feel hard to push on carpets.

Despite its budget positioning, it has enough suction to handle high pile carpets, lifting most dirt in a pass for everyday cleaning.

High pile rugs are handled with confidence, with strong suction helping the Vertex pull debris from deeper fibers than many lighter-duty sticks.

On high pile carpet the X50 Ultra delivers stronger deep cleaning than earlier Dreame models, removing around 72 percent of a challenging debris mix and landing just behind the very best carpet performer in this year’s tests.

The D10+ delivers strong carpet pickup for the money, consistently removing well over half of heavy mixed debris and trailing only the very best models in direct head-to-head tests.

High-pile carpet results are described as very strong in testing (high 90% debris pickup in at least one dataset), and deep-clean scoring is above average in comparisons. Some reviewers still note a small penalty versus the Gen5 Detect due to suction being spread across the wider Motorbar XL.

High-pile carpet and thick rug handling benefits from strong suction and carpet boost, but mopping requires care: leaving the mop pads at the dock or vacuuming first helps avoid dampening. With mop pads attached, limited lift height can sometimes catch on thicker pile edges, so separate vacuum-then-mop routines are often recommended.

High-pile carpet and thick-rug performance is generally strong for embedded dirt and hair, though higher push resistance and occasional mat/rug snagging are noted by some reviewers.

On thicker/high-pile rugs, it can clean effectively when the power level is adjusted, but strong suction can make it harder to push and may require stepping down from Max for usability.

High-pile carpet performance is generally above average and can lift impressive amounts of embedded fine grit, but several test-driven reviews note the head can get pulled down into plush carpet (reducing clearance for larger debris) and may require slower passes, vent/gate adjustments, or occasional brushroll intervention on thick rugs.

High pile and shag carpets remain a strong suit for pulling up pet hair and fine debris, though the tall cleaning head leaves many large pieces like cereal sitting on top of thick rugs.

Very good on high-pile carpets overall, including strong pet-hair performance; bulky items like cereal can still be a partial miss with the floorhead unless you use the hose.

On thick/high-pile carpet it can still clean effectively, but may need extra passes compared with lower-pile surfaces.

The AiroBrush turbo head noticeably improves agitation and lifts embedded debris and hair from thicker rugs, but very plush carpets can be harder to push on full suction and may require suction relief. Turbo rotation can slow or stall if obstructed.

High-pile carpet pickup is frequently described as surprisingly strong for a round Roomba, including good pet hair results in at least one test suite. Some accounts still report edge-of-rug leftovers after heavy spills and suggest extra passes for best results.

Carpet tests continue to show strong performance, often approaching Dyson-level pickup, but this review highlights that results vary with attachments and map conditions, so it shines on many rugs yet can stumble when counterpicked.

The Matrix Plus offers solid carpet pickup for the price, removing a large share of mixed debris but still trailing the very strongest models in direct tests.

Carpet and boss tests show the LVAC-200 punching above its suction weight, finishing second only to the Outsize in at least one boss battle by using guard rails to funnel debris to a strong central choke point.

On higher-pile carpets, vacuuming can still be decent, but the roller mop can’t lift high enough for truly plush piles, creating potential dampness and reduced flexibility versus robots that detach their mops.

On thicker or high-pile carpets and rugs, the V11 is frequently effective at lifting embedded pet hair and grit, but some reviewers note the head can feel grabby or even bog down/lock up on very plush carpet compared with certain competitors.

On high-pile carpet results vary widely, from strong pickup in some tests to underpowered, plowing behavior in others. It appears most reliable for occasional plush-rug touchups rather than heavy high-pile whole-home cleaning.

On high-pile carpets it removes most fine debris like rice, sugar, and kitty litter, but again has trouble with large cereal pieces, so results are good overall with a clear weakness for bulky particles.

Carpet and boss maps show that while the IZ362H can be the better of the two Sharks on some mid-game stages, its overall carpet performance still trails that of the Dyson and Samsung models in this review.

Carpet and boss-style tests reveal that while the Rocket Pet Pro can perform well on certain carpet-heavy maps thanks to its brush design, it still ranks near the bottom overall compared with higher-end sticks.

On shag/high-pile rugs, performance is more mixed: it can pick up dirt but may need many passes and the bristled head, with some reviewers seeing limited improvement versus less powerful models.

On thick rugs or high-pile carpet, Henry can feel hard to push and may leave deeper debris behind with the standard floorhead, making it a less ideal match for homes dominated by plush carpeting. Reducing suction or using a turbine/turbo brush helps, but it still lacks the agitation of an electric powerhead.

Opinions on carpet performance are now mixed: controlled tests found the K10+ Pro weak at deep cleaning embedded debris, but recent home testing saw it power through carpets and rugs, picking up nearly everything in its path including litter and dust bunnies.