RUG DOCTOR vs VAX Carpet Cleaners Compared

Unsure whether to buy a RUG DOCTOR or VAX carpet cleaner machine?

By comparing RUG DOCTOR and VAX’s best carpet cleaner models – 93170 and 1-1-142257 – we’ve crafted a balanced comparison. The Rug Doctor Deep Clean 93170 features, specs, and reviewer ratings are put against the Vax Platinum SmartWash 1-1-142257 carpet cleaner, helping you decide.

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RUG DOCTOR Deep Clean 93170 vs VAX Platinum SmartWash 1-1-142257 Comparison Break-down

RUG DOCTOR and VAX Cleaning System

Both VAX 1-1-142257 and RUG DOCTOR 93170 carpet cleaner machines feature two separate water tanks. One of the RUG DOCTOR Deep Clean and VAX Platinum SmartWash tanks holds clean water and wash solution, and the other holds dirty water. All RUG DOCTOR and VAX carpet cleaners work by spraying a cleaning mixture onto the soiled carpet, rotating brushes agitate dirt and lift stains, and a powerful suction motor extracts debris and dirty water.

The RUG DOCTOR 93170 Deep Clean has a fresh water tank capacity of 3.8 litres and a dirty water tank size of 4.2 litres. Compared to the VAX 1-1-142257 Platinum SmartWash which holds 3.5 litres of clean water and 1.9 litres of mucky post wash water.

The Vax 1-1-142257 and Rug Doctor 93170 deep cleaning systems effectively removes stains, dirt, pet hair, discolouring, and bad odours from carpets, by combining wet washing and vacuuming.

Carpet Washer Machine Power

These Rug Doctor and Vax models are upright carpet cleaners, similar to vacuum cleaners. The Rug Doctor 93170 and Vax 1-1-142257 are upright and mains powered, with a cord length of 8.5 and 9, respectively.

With the RUG DOCTOR and VAX being electricity powered instead of cordless, 93170 and 1-1-142257 models have powerful vacuum suction to thoroughly wash and dry carpets. The RUG DOCTOR 93170 has a 1300 watt motor, compared the VAX 1-1-142257 which runs 1200 watts.

VAX and RUG DOCTOR Features

The 93170 Deep Clean by RUG DOCTOR has a 31.7 centimetre wide brush cleaner head, while the 1-1-142257 Platinum SmartWash by VAX head measures 33 centimetres. Both RUG DOCTOR and VAX machines have spot cleaning tools for focused stain removal and tight corner cleaning, such as on stairs and seats.

The Rug Doctor 93170 and Vax 1-1-142257 have several features to enhance wash performance, for thin or thick pile carpets.

• 93170 RUG DOCTOR features: Dual Cross Action Brushes, reputable brand name, Super Boost Spray, GOLD Carpet and Rug Institute award, Upholstery Tool
• 1-1-142257 VAX features: Kills bacteria and bad odours, FlexForce brush bars, Dry Mode, SpinScrub hand tool, Motion Sense Tech

Comparing RUG DOCTOR With VAX Carpet Cleaner Reviews

With a 4.5/5 rating over 1,003 user reviews for the RUG DOCTOR 93170, and a 4.7/5 rating from 16,081 reviewers for the VAX 1-1-142257, both of these carpet cleaners are held in high regard and well worth buying for washing all types of soft flooring and upholstery – carpets, rugs, upholstery (sofas, chairs, cushions), mattresses, and car seats.

Expect to pay around £319.99 for the RUG DOCTOR Deep Clean 93170and £299.00 on the VAX Platinum SmartWash 1-1-142257, although deals, offers, discounts, and sales events (Black Friday / Cyber Monday) can lower prices. Choose the powerful, bacteria killer, Vax Smartwash CDCW-SWXP carpet washer for performance and value for money over the RUG DOCTOR 93170 and VAX 1-1-142257 carpet cleaners.

Brand	Model	Dirt Water Tank (L)	Clean Water Tank (L)	Means Power Cable (m)	Power (Watts)	Prices
RUG DOCTOR	93170	4.2	3.8	8.5	1300	£319.99
VAX	1-1-142257	1.9	3.5	9	1200	£299.00

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