Rug Doctor RDPC Portable Spot Cleaner

Saw several negative and positive reviews on this machine but thought I would take a chance anyway. So far the experience has been positive in my case, helped by our dog who caught a bug and threw up on practically every mat and rug in the house. The machine managed to remove all deposits, stains and smells from every item and did so effectively enough to leave them almost dry. My only complaint would be that; at my advanced years, having to get on my hands and knees to use this handheld tool is hard work (as is getting back up again). Obviously this would be less of a problem for those that are younger/fitter than me. Overall I am very pleased with the performance of the Rug Doctor. I don't do recommendations, so wouldn't recommend to a friend as I have done so in ... MoreSaw several negative and positive reviews on this machine but thought I would take a chance anyway. So far the experience has been positive in my case, helped by our dog who caught a bug and threw up on practically every mat and rug in the house. The machine managed to remove all deposits, stains and smells from every item and did so effectively enough to leave them almost dry. My only complaint would be that; at my advanced years, having to get on my hands and knees to use this handheld tool is hard work (as is getting back up again). Obviously this would be less of a problem for those that are younger/fitter than me. Overall I am very pleased with the performance of the Rug Doctor. I don't do recommendations, so wouldn't recommend to a friend as I have done so in the past only for them to dislike a product. However, I would tell anyone one that asked, My experience while using it.

Great machine. Powerful suction, leaves carpet only slightly damp. Easy to set up. Water tank has useful water level and detergent level indicators. Waste water tank is easy to remove and easy to empty, no need to unscrew. Useful wheels, carry handle and extending pull along handle. Long cable. Unit is narrow enough to stand it on the stairs. Not sure how effective the motorised scrubbing head is, I preferred to leave it turned off and just use it as a scrubbing brush. Using the machine is not exactly hard work but it isnt easy either. Especially if you want to go over the carpet a few times. I was doing my stair carpet. I reckon it would be much easier if you were only doing a small area. Because the hand held scrubber has a clear panel, you can see the amount of ... MoreGreat machine. Powerful suction, leaves carpet only slightly damp. Easy to set up. Water tank has useful water level and detergent level indicators. Waste water tank is easy to remove and easy to empty, no need to unscrew. Useful wheels, carry handle and extending pull along handle. Long cable. Unit is narrow enough to stand it on the stairs. Not sure how effective the motorised scrubbing head is, I preferred to leave it turned off and just use it as a scrubbing brush. Using the machine is not exactly hard work but it isnt easy either. Especially if you want to go over the carpet a few times. I was doing my stair carpet. I reckon it would be much easier if you were only doing a small area. Because the hand held scrubber has a clear panel, you can see the amount of dirt and liquid being suctioned up and if necessary go over the carpet again with the detergent or keep suctioning until no more liquid is able to be removed. Having said all that, I think this was an amazing purchase and would definitely recommend it to anyone considering buying. Just go for it!

Works brilliant on my 6 month old carpets nylon that had some stains. I went over the spots with the spray, then a few times with the brush and a few times with the suction, and they were gone. I managed to do 3 room carpets about 5' by 4' in under a hour. Because I read the instructions and didnt over spray, they were dry later that day. The machine itself is not too heavy. They only thing is the water containers could do with being flat at the top, so they have somewhere to sit when filling. I know they did it for the sleek design, but it is a pain if you trying to fill it with water and then the detergent and dont want to hold the container during this. Tides away easy too. It does have a seperate carrying handle for getting it into a car etc. I didnt find the ... MoreWorks brilliant on my 6 month old carpets nylon that had some stains. I went over the spots with the spray, then a few times with the brush and a few times with the suction, and they were gone. I managed to do 3 room carpets about 5' by 4' in under a hour. Because I read the instructions and didnt over spray, they were dry later that day. The machine itself is not too heavy. They only thing is the water containers could do with being flat at the top, so they have somewhere to sit when filling. I know they did it for the sleek design, but it is a pain if you trying to fill it with water and then the detergent and dont want to hold the container during this. Tides away easy too. It does have a seperate carrying handle for getting it into a car etc. I didnt find the noise was any louder than any other carpet machine. Its easy to wipe a cloth over it for cleaning. Nothing needed for set up, just fill with water and detergent that comes with it, plug it in and your ready. Very good value for money, as I got a refurbished one.