Best Pet Hair Removal Tools
1. BEST OVERALL PET HAIR REMOVAL TOOL
ChomChom Roller Pet Hair Remover
PROS
- Picks up, not just bunches up, pet hair
- Easy to clean
CONS
- Not the most comfortable tool to use on clothing
When we asked our pet-owning colleagues what they used at home to combat pet hair, ChomChom’s Pet Hair Remover was by far the most mentioned product.
After testing it in the GH Institute Cleaning Lab, we understand why. This reusable tool picked up all of the fur that was on our test surfaces after just one pass. Unlike many other tools that just bunch up fur into a pile that you then have to pick up and throw away, this one picks it up and stores it in a small compartment inside of the tool. After, the tool is easy to empty and there was no need to pick any stubborn hairs off of the roller.
Though it is gentle enough to use on clothing, it wasn’t our favorite for this task as you have to hold clothing taut in order to pass the roller smoothly over the fabric and its size proved to be a bit too bulky to maneuver around collars and other small areas. But on other surfaces, ChomChom’s handle was comfortable to hold and the tool did not require much pressure or effort to use.
2. BEST VALUE PET HAIR REMOVAL TOOL
Evercare Extreme Stick Lint Roller
PROS
- Does not re-deposit any fur to cleaned surfaces
- Plastic handle is reusable
CONS
- Sheets can not be reused
Lint rollers are a convenient and cheap solution to getting pet hair off your clothes, and they work really well thanks to the sticky sheets that pick up pet hair along with any other debris that is on the surface of a fabric.
This lint roller from Evercare is extra sticky to pick up more hair and debris with every pass. In the Cleaning Lab, it worked so well that we used it to get surfaces back to their original appearance in between pet hair tests.Even when the sheet became too covered in fur to pick up anything more, it did not re-deposit any hair or debris to the freshly cleaned surfaces.
The downside to any lint roller is that it’s not so fun to use on carpets or other large surfaces; it’s also not the most environmentally conscious solution. The individual sticky sheets can’t be reused, though the roll can be replaced, so you can continue to use the same plastic handle for a long time. When it’s time to buy replacement rolls, each are sold in packs of two, which does make it even more of a value pick.
We also tested a reusable tool from the brand that made it to our top performers list, but it isn’t available for purchase just yet so we’ll be updating this story soon to include it when it is.
3. BEST PET HAIR REMOVAL TOOL FOR LAUNDRY
Bounce Pet Hair and Lint Guard Mega Dryer Sheets
PROS
- Removed almost all pet hair from our test garments
- Softens fabrics too
CONS
- Sheets are not reusable
We tested four different tools made specifically for removing pet hair from loads of laundry and couldn’t find any that worked as well as Bounce Pet Hair and Lint Guard Dryer Sheets.
After loading up a fluffy sweater with a heavy amount of faux pet hair and washing in a regular cycle, we tossed the sweater into a dryer with just half of one of these mega sheets for a quick, 20-minute cycle. When the cycle ended, the sweater was almost completely free of pet hair — not the case with the other three products we tested.
These dryer sheets are formulated to trap pet hair and lint better than the original dryer sheets from the brand, but still offer the same fabric softening ingredients that the regular Bounce dryer sheets are known for. Because each sheet can only be used one time, these are not the most environmentally conscious option, but you can find a second use for used dryer sheets by using them to remove dust from baseboards, furniture and other small surfaces.
FYI: Wool dryer balls are an alternative to dryer sheets, but when we tested a few brands in the Cleaning Lab, we found that they did not pick up pet hair, soften clothing or reduce static cling as well as dryer sheets do.
4. BEST PET HAIR REMOVAL TOOL FOR CLOTHING
OXO Furlifter Pet Garment Brush Hair Remover
PROS
- Easy to use
- Convenient for on-the-go pet hair removal
CONS
- Does not remove embedded pet hair from fabrics
OXO’s Furlifter Pet Garment Brush is a lint remover that can be used again and again without creating any waste. In our Lab tests, it left surfaces looking totally clean after just one swipe. Even when we thought the tool couldn’t possibly pick up any more faux hair, it did. The self-cleaning base holds multiple passes worth of hair before it needs to be emptied and though you need to pay attention to the arrows on the tool to ensure you are swiping in the right direction, it is easy to use.
The Furlifter Pet Garment Brush is small enough to use on-the-go, but if you’re looking for something even smaller, OXO has another tool that’s more compact than this one which we also tested and found works exceptionally well. Keep in mind that this won’t help remove deeply embedded pet hair from fabrics, but will clean up the surface level fur that’s most visible to the naked eye.
5. BEST PET HAIR REMOVAL TOOL FOR FURNITURE
Neater Pet Brands FurDozer X6 6-in-1 Pet Hair Remover & Auto Detailer
PROS
- Six differently shaped surfaces for pet hair removal needs
- Sturdy, comfortable handle
CONS
- Requires more effort than others
If you are looking for one tool to replace a bag of tools, this may be the one. The FurDozer X6 has six uniquely shaped surfaces that help pick up pet hair from a multitude of items, including in hard-to-reach spaces like in between couch cushions. When we tested this tool, we were impressed by the amount of fur it pulled out of a carpet that had just been lint rolled clean.It helps gather up fur so that it is easier to pick up, but does not pick it up for you.
Be ready to work for that pet hair though — the X6 requires a little extra time and effort to get items totally clean. Many of the other tools we tested snagged on clothing and did not move smoothly over some very fluffy fabrics, but we didn’t run into this problem with the FurDozer X6. The rubber material extends past the tool head into the handle, making the handle feel both sturdy and comfortable.
6. BEST PET HAIR REMOVAL TOOL FOR CARPET
Lilly Brush Mighty Pet Hair Detailer with 52″ Steel Handle
PROS
- Left test carpets cleaner than most other carpet tools
- Lightweight
CONS
- Redeposits hair after a few passes
The Lilly Brush brand has a long line of pet hair removal tools available online. From the five we tested in our Lab, we had a few favorites, but none more than this long handled tool that made carpet cleanup a breeze.
Just a few short strokes was all it took to gather all of the faux pet hair we applied to our test carpet into a neat pile. Longer strokes or continuous passes over the carpet after the rubber detailers have become covered in fur resulted in re-depositing fur onto the carpet, so remember to clean the rubber blades as you go to prevent that.
The handle is comfortable to hold and lightweight, with ample length to reach far under furniture and other hard-to-reach places. While the included handle is not adjustable, the tool’s head should fit on any standard broomstick of your choice.
7. BEST PET HAIR REMOVAL TOOL FOR CAR
Analan Mini Pet Hair Remover
PROS
- Gentle enough to use on clothing
- Three-step cleaning method for more thorough cleaning
CONS
- Not ideal for large surfaces
This super portable, handheld tool from Analan has over 11,000 reviews on Amazon. When we tested it, we didn’t expect it to perform as well as it did across every one of our test surfaces. Each side of the Mini Pet Hair Remover has different sized grooves that can be used on their own or together for a more thorough clean. We tested using the tool both ways and were impressed each time.
Using just one side, we successfully gathered up all of the pet hair that was coating the surface of our upholstered furniture, but when we used the three sides in succession (large, medium then small) on a carpet, we were able to pick up what was on the surface and all of the embedded hair that had been left behind by other tools.
Pet hair removal tools with metal teeth get caught on fabrics and can damage clothing, but the Analan’s rubber grooves are gentle enough to clean garments without damage. With sides that measure just under five inches, this isn’t the tool we would recommend for very big jobs, but if you’re up to the task, its design with a hole in the center makes the tool very comfortable to hold and use.
