13 Best Pet Hair Removers That Actually Work

A reusable lint roller is a great pet hair remover option that you don’t have to replace too often, and this one has gone viral for a reason. Its larger size is perfect for cleaning couches and upholstered furniture in a cinch. All you have to do is rub the brush back and forth like a regular lint roller—it’ll trap pet hair in the chamber, and you can empty it into the trash with the push of a button. The ChomChom has earned rave reviews for its shocking performance, with one 5-star user writing, “I have a Golden Retriever (if you have one you know). I literally vacuum every day, use a Swiffer on the floor at least 3 times a day. I don’t even know how this dog has hair left! This ChomChom (it should be called MagicMagic) is worth every single nickel…It removes hair off my furniture much more effective and quicker than any high end vacuum cleaner can.”

This pet hair remover broom offers a swift way of keeping your floors and carpets clean at a moment’s notice. The electrostatic rubber bristle head is designed to attract and capture dust and hair—and unlike traditional bristle brooms, actually prevents debris from scattering. One happy user writes, “I’ve been using the FURemover Original Pet Hair Rubber Broom for a while, and it has completely changed how I handle pet hair around the house. The rubber bristles do an amazing job of gathering hair from carpets, rugs, and hard floors without scattering it everywhere. It’s much more effective than traditional brooms or vacuums for quick cleanups, and it even works well on furniture and car interiors.”

If you’ve ever seen a video of the Uproot pet hair remover in action, then you know how satisfying they are to watch! The reusable scrapers seem to get every single bit of dust, hair, and debris out of carpets, couches, rugs—you name it. While you can purchase different sizes separately, this bundle comes with the Mini, Max, and Pro options, all for just $50. Reviewers say it’s easy to use and actually lives up to the hype. One 5-star buyer writes, “Would give this 6 stars if I could. This has made cleaning dog hair off of my rugs so much easier. It is super light weight and collects so much hair. Make it easier to collect hair without it getting stuck in the rollers on my vacuum. 100% worth the money.”

What’s more annoying when you’re running late than looking down and seeing a ton of pet hair on your clothes? We’ll wait… Luckily, this OXO device can make quick work of getting you work-ready in the nick of time. Plus, it’s reusable and has a self-cleaning base so you don’t even have to mess with going through several pieces of typical lint roller tape.

If you’re a cat household and need something a bit more heavy-duty, an air purifier could be for you. This model has a filter that captures pet hair, dust, and dander, plus offers smart air quality monitoring and a quiet mode. The brand designed this pet hair remover with adorable troublemakers in mind, as it features a bite-proof cord and an auto-shutoff feature if it tips over. Reviewers praise it for its minimalist design and low noise level, too.

If there’s carpet in your home—especially medium- or high-pile carpeting—pet hair can become embedded deep within the fibers, making it particularly hard to clean. With this handy gadget, however, you’ll make quick work of removing all of it. Think of it as a miniature rake that goes deep within the layers to pick up whatever is stuck below. The ergonomic handle makes it comfortable to hold; and short, quick strokes in every direction allow it to do its job with relative ease.

If you don’t have a vacuum that’s specifically marketed for pet hair removal, then it’s not going to be 100% effective on it. But if you really like your existing stick or upright vacuum, then a handheld vacuum for car detailing, spot cleaning, and upholstery is a great addition to your cleaning supplies. This one by Bissell comes with a motorized brush head, a crevice tool, and an upholstery attachment for detailed surface cleaning. It runs up to 17 minutes on high before needing a recharge, has a powerful lithium-ion battery, and works on little messes like kibble, too.

This retractable lint roller is great for travel or to keep in your purse or glove compartment: just twist to open it up and do a spot clean on your clothes, then twist it back in so it won’t get stuck on anything in your bag. It’s also made with 100% recycled paper, and you can buy refills of the rollers, so this an eco-friendly purchase to boot.

If you’re looking to upgrade your existing vacuum, this Shark Rocket Cordless is a great option. It comes with a brush head, a crevice tool, and an attachment made for pet hair, and it turns into a handheld quickly and easily, too. The Shark runs for up to 40 minutes without needing a recharge, and it works on both hard floors and carpets. One of its best features is its LED lights, which allow you to easily spot if you’ve missed messes in corners or other hard-to-see places. At under 7 pounds, it’s also a lighter option than many of its competitors, too.

When it comes to removing pet hair on clothing, you can’t go wrong with a basic lint roller—but this one is made better because it’s designed specifically for pet hair, so it’s extra-sticky to grab every last bit of it. It’s also gentle on fabrics and rips cleanly off the roller for easy disposal.

If your biggest area of concern is the carpets and floors of your house (and you always forget to charge up your vacuum), this corded Dyson Ball Animal 2 has the most powerful suction that will get up every little bit of pet hair. It has self-adjusting suction that allows it to work on vinyl, hard wood, tile, or carpet—and it also has simple one-handed dust removal thanks to its push button. It comes equipped with a tangle-free turbine tool that ensures hair won’t get stuck in the brush head, plus a stair tool and a combination tool.

This triangle-shaped pet hair remover has three sides, each with a different set of edges from minimum to maximum. (The maximum edge gets rid of hair from large areas while the minimum is better for detailing and corners.) The comfortable handle and small size make it easy to keep in your car for quick clean-ups: just rake it through the areas you want to clean, and the hair will accumulate in a pile you can just throw out afterwards.

Stop pet hair right at the source! Regular brushing can help reduce shedding overall, and this affordable option is an editor-favorite. It’s comfortable for pets and has an easy retractable brush that you can easily clean off in the trash when you’re done. (As a note, though, you should always research what bristle type is best for your BFF.) It boasts nearly 5,000 5-star ratings, with owners of golden retrievers, Persian cats, and everything in-between giving it a big thumbs up.