15 Pet Hair Removers That Really Work

Think outside of the pet hair removers box. Sure, a regular broom removes some pet hair from your home, but not as well as the FURemover Extendable Broom does. The external broom has bristles made from natural rubber that attract lint and pet hair from floors and help you keep upholstery clean. Follow it up with one of these vacuum mop combos to get your floors absolutely spotless.

Pros

What we like about the FURemover Extendable Broom:

• Rubber bristles safely clean hard floors and carpet
• Includes a built-in squeegee to clean up wet messes
• Extendable handle reaches hair on high surfaces

Cons

Consider these factors before you buy:

• Some reviewers have found that the extendable handle is difficult to adjust

Another miracle pet hair remover, the sponge-like Gonzo Pet Hair Lifter features a rubbery texture that swipes up hair from your bed, floor, furniture, and those tough-to-clean baseboards—no water necessary. Plus, it’s reusable and made with natural materials. Simply use it dry out of the packaging and set it aside for future use.

Pros

What we like about the Gonzo Pet Hair Lifter:

• Multi-surface compatibility
• Environmentally friendly
• Budget friendly
• Reusable

Cons

Consider these factors before you buy:

• Not the best choice for larger surface areas

Regularly brushing your pets is a way to eliminate pet hair before it has a chance to catch on floors or furniture. Not only is this slicker brush efficient for cats and fluffy dogs of any shape and size, getting rid of their hair is as easy as clicking a button. The automatic bristle retraction button removes pet hair when brushing, making for a clean use every grooming session. More than 85 percent of Chewy reviewers would recommend this product to a friend.

Pros

What we like about the Self-Cleaning Dog & Cat Slicker Brush:

• Safe for dogs and cats
• Automatic retractable button easily cleans up fur post-grooming
• Two sizes available

Cons

Consider these factors before you buy:

• Some reviewers have found that the regular size is too big for small pets

The ChomChom Roller works as a lint brush and a vacuum of sorts, since it collects hair in a container that can be emptied. The roller can be used over and over again and doesn’t require electricity to work, making it a versatile cleaning solution and one of the best handheld pet hair removers. Our Associate Editor tested the ChomChom roller on her hound mix and was blown away by the results.

Pros

What we like about the ChomChom Roller:

• Traps pet hair living on all kinds of surfaces
• Reader’s Digest editor-tested
• Easy to clean
• Reusable

Cons

Consider these factors before you buy:

• Requires manual disposal of pet hair in between uses

Our Associate Editor tested the Bissell MultiClean too (you can never get enough hair removal as a pet parent!) and was baffled by how much of her dog’s hair this lightweight vacuum sucked up within the first five minutes of use. It cleaned the carpet thoroughly, nabbing so much hair and dirt. She’s been using it for about a month now and it’s still going strong—no annoying tangles or clogs to fix. Two of her favorite features: the headlights at the base of the vacuum, which let you see just how much hair is on the carpet, and the Turbo Eraser, which is perfect for cleaning dog hair (and consequently, dog smell) from furniture quickly and effectively.

Pros

What we like about the Bissell MultiClean:

• Lightweight and easy to maneuver
• Reader’s Digest editor-tested
• Picks up a lot of pet hair quickly
• Add-ons make it easy to clean every nook and cranny of the house

Cons

Consider these factors before you buy:

• Turbo Eraser add-on is a bit loud when in use
• Suction is better on carpet than bare floors

The Bissell Pet Hair Eraser is a cordless, handheld vacuum that’s best for quick clean ups, like removing pet hair from cars, upholstery, and hard-to-reach areas. Our Senior Editor tested the Pet Hair Eraser and attests to the vacuum’s lightweight, easy-to-use design. Three specialized nozzles pick up pet hair, stray cat litter, and even dry pet food from every surface and hidden area. The multi-level filtration keeps household allergens away. Smart!

Pros

What we like about the Bissell Pet Hair Eraser Corded Handheld Vacuum:

• Reader’s Digest editor-tested
• Includes three specialized nozzles to clean multiple surfaces and hard-to-reach areas
• Multi-level filtration reduces household allergens
• Affordable

Cons

Consider these factors before you buy:

• Not effective for cleaning large areas due to its size and battery life
• Requires eight hours for a full charge

If your clothes tend to come out of the wash with more pet hair than they went in with, the FurZapper is a smart product to add to your laundry routine. The small tacky discs, which are non-toxic and reusable, remove hair from clothes while you’re washing or drying them so you don’t have to get rid of it later. Just make sure not to use them with dryer sheets or fabric softener, which can decrease their effectiveness. Our Pet Editor tested the FurZapper against her shedding cat and dog and found it to be one of the best pet hair removers she’s tried.

Pros

What we like about the FurZapper Pet Hair Remover:

• Silicone surface lifts hair in the laundry
• Reader’s Digest editor-tested
• One package includes two hair removers
• Reusable

Consider these factors before you buy:

• Not compatible with fabric softener or dryer sheets

When it comes to keeping your home clean, Clayton says that the most important pet hair remover is a good, reliable vacuum. “Floors, carpets, furniture, drapes, car, you name it—the vacuum can wipe it clear of pet hair,” he says. “A vacuum cleaner is the number one tool for any pet owner with a pet that sheds hair.” This bagless upright vacuum from Eureka is a good pet hair remover option. It was designed specifically with pet hair in mind and has a detachable wand for getting pet hair in those tough-to-reach places.

Pros

What we like about the Eureka PowerSpeed Lightweight Bagless Upright Vacuum Cleaner:

• Works on hard floors, carpet, and rugs
• Extra-large dust cup capacity
• Includes accessories for cleaning different surfaces

Cons

Consider these factors before you buy:

• Short cord means you’ll have to unplug from room to room

Clayton refers to robotic vacuum cleaners as “miracle workers,” since these pet hair removers work their magic while you’re relaxing or on a walk with the dog. “The robot can’t, of course, clean above-floor areas, but because it cleans all floors and even under furniture, it manages to catch most of the pet hair, leaving me with very little to clean up,” he says. The Roomba i7+ is programmable with the layout of your home and keeps the floors clean even when you’re not around. Even better, it also works with Alexa, so you can ask it to handle cleaning up an area when messes happen.

Pros

What we like about iRobot’s Roomba i7+:

• Cleans on its own
• Multi-surface rubber brushes effectively clean floors and carpet
• Compatible with Alexa

Cons

Consider these factors before you buy:

• Pricey

Over 2,600 Amazon reviewers give this handheld pet hair remover tool five stars. Just like its namesake, this tool uproots deep layers of pet hair from your couch, carpet, fabric car seats, upholstery, and most non-knitted fabrics. Reviewers note the Uproot Cleaner successfully picks up what vacuums often miss, making it ideal for areas that need a quick refresh—especially useful before guests come over! Another great tool for spotting missed pet messes? A UV urine-detecting flashlight.

Pros

What we like about the Uproot Cleaner Pro:

• Multi-fabric edge design picks up deep layers of hair
• Reusable
• Portable

Cons

Consider these factors before you buy:

• Works best on small surface areas

There’s a reason these dryer sheets are a viral pet hair removal product. The Bounce Pet Hair Dryer Sheets contain special pet-hair fighting ingredients, freeing your clothes, towels, and bedding from pet hair before it sticks (plus, the sheets also remove lint, wrinkles, and static). According to one Amazon reviewer and Saint Bernard parent, it only takes one dryer sheet to lift the hair from your clothes and towels. And for pets that don’t shed that much, these sheets provide a final layer of clean to every dry cycle.

Pros

What we like about the Bounce Pet Hair Lint Guard Mega Dryer Sheets for Laundry:

• Safely designed for lifting pet hair in the laundry
• Twice the size of standard dryer sheets
• Easy to use

Cons

Consider these factors before you buy:

• Single use product creates waste

“If you don’t want to show up to work with your suit covered in dog or cat hair, you should always carry a lint roller with you,” says Clayton. It’s also a good idea to keep them stashed in places like your car and laundry room. And if you’re only using a lint roller on your outfit, you’re missing out. Here are 15 other things you can clean with a lint roller besides clothes. Other helpful tips? Use static-free dryer sheets to prevent pet hair from getting on your clothes, and put away clothes right after they’ve been cleaned to prevent pet hair from ending up on them in the first place.

Pros

What we like about the Scotch-Brite Lint Roller:

• Sticky sheets make for a convenient clean
• Portable
• The results are visible in the sheet!

Cons

Consider these factors before you buy:

• You may have to use multiple sheets until an area is clean
• Not reusable

If you’re looking to take things a step further than the standard lint brush, the dual-purpose FURemover  might be exactly what you’re looking for. One side of the plastic brush is a de-shedding tool to help remove fur from your pet, and the other side removes fur from your upholstery and clothes. It’s a two-in-one product that delivers pet hair removal results. Another pet owner must-have product? Folex Instant Carpet Spot Remover.

Pros

What we like about the FURemover Duo:

• Two-in-one technology for grooming pets and picking up their hair
• Reusable

Cons

Consider these factors before you buy:

• Brush may take a few swipes to pick up all the pet hair

The Pick-Up Mitt works like a “hair magnet” to remove hair from clothing and furniture. A lint-roller replacement of sorts, the mitt fits over your hand, making cleaning as easy as wiping. Once you’ve picked up all that hair, simply wipe the other way to remove it from the mitt and clean something new. For more ways to keep your home free of pet messes, try the Mudbuster paw cleaner to stop muddy prints in their tracks.

Pros

What we like about the Pick It Up Mitt:

• Larger surface area picks up more hair
• One size fits all
• Stores easily
• Reusable

Cons

Consider these factors before you buy:

• Some reviewers say the product works better on clothing than upholstery

If your dog or cat is a big shedder with a short coat, the FURminator Deshedding Tool is one of the best pet hair removers. It reaches through an animal’s topcoat to remove undercoat hair without hurting your pet. The device, which is made for every pet from cats to large dogs, helps prevent hairballs in cats and stops any type of fur from ending up all over your home. Next, check out these pet products with nearly perfect reviews on Amazon.

Pros

What we like about the FURminator Deshedding Tool:

• Safely combs through the top coat without cutting skin or causing damage
• Retraction button effectively removes hair after grooming
• Reduces hairball formation
• Comes in various styles for cats, dogs, and short or long hair pets

Cons

Consider these factors before you buy:

• You may need to clean the brush multiple times per use for long-haired animals