--- product_id: 553801894 title: "Shark CarpetXpert | Upright Carpet, Area Rug & Upholstery Cleaner | Carpet Shampooer with StainStriker Handheld Tough Stain Eliminator | Removes Tough Stains & Odors | 3 Cleaning Tools | White | EX201" brand: "shark" price: "$1342.91" currency: USD in_stock: true reviews_count: 11 category: "Shark" url: https://www.desertcart.us/products/553801894-shark-carpetxpert-upright-carpet-area-rug-and-upholstery-cleaner-carpet store_origin: US region: United States of America --- # Ultra-powerful suction & high-speed brushroll PowerSpray high-pressure formula delivery 20X stain removal with dual-activated StainStriker Shark CarpetXpert | Upright Carpet, Area Rug & Upholstery Cleaner | Carpet Shampooer with StainStriker Handheld Tough Stain Eliminator | Removes Tough Stains & Odors | 3 Cleaning Tools | White | EX201 **Brand:** shark **Price:** $1342.91 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > ✨ Elevate your clean game — because your home deserves expert-level care! 🧼 ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Shark CarpetXpert | Upright Carpet, Area Rug & Upholstery Cleaner | Carpet Shampooer with StainStriker Handheld Tough Stain Eliminator | Removes Tough Stains & Odors | 3 Cleaning Tools | White | EX201 by shark - **How much does it cost?** $1342.91 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.us](https://www.desertcart.us/products/553801894-shark-carpetxpert-upright-carpet-area-rug-and-upholstery-cleaner-carpet) ## Best For - shark enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted shark brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Versatile 3-Tool System:** Includes reversible bristle, crevice, and pet mess extractor tools to tackle every surface from stairs to area rugs with precision. - • **Whole-Home Deep Clean Power:** Combines high-speed brushroll, PowerSpray, and ultra-strong suction for professional-grade carpet and upholstery cleaning. - • **Ultra-Fast Drying Technology:** Advanced suction and CarpetXpert tech prevent oversaturation, drying carpets quickly so your home is ready to live in sooner. - • **Dual Tank Freshness Guarantee:** Separate clean and dirty water tanks ensure every clean uses fresh solution for maximum hygiene and effectiveness. - • **Instant Stain & Odor Eradication:** Built-in StainStriker tool unleashes 20X more stain-fighting power and permanently removes pet and smoke odors on demand. ## Overview The Shark CarpetXpert EX201 is a cutting-edge upright carpet and upholstery cleaner featuring Shark’s exclusive CarpetXpert technology. It combines a high-speed brushroll, PowerSpray high-pressure cleaning, and ultra-powerful suction to remove deep-set dirt and grime. Its built-in StainStriker handheld tool activates a dual-chemical formula delivering 20X more stain removal power without premixing. Designed for whole-home use, it includes three specialized tools for carpets, rugs, upholstery, and stairs, while its dual tank system keeps clean and dirty water separate for hygienic cleaning. Ideal for pet owners and busy households, it permanently eliminates tough odors and dries carpets ultra-fast, making it a professional-grade solution for spotless, fresh living spaces. ## Description The Shark CarpetXpert with StainStriker technology is designed to transform how you tackle tough messes, everyday dirt, and stubborn odors. Engineered as a powerful upright carpet cleaner and portable spot cleaner in one, it delivers a true whole-home clean, from wall-to-wall carpets to stairs, upholstery, and area rugs. Shark’s breakthrough CarpetXpert technology combines a high-speed brushroll, high-pressure PowerSpray, and ultra-powerful suction to lift and extract embedded dirt, grime, and allergens for professional-level carpet cleaning results at home. What truly sets it apart is exclusive StainStriker technology—a dual-activated formula that mixes two cleaning solutions on contact to unleash 20X more stain-fighting power.‡ This advanced carpet stain remover targets even the toughest set-in stains like wine, coffee, mud, and grease—no premixing required. The built-in handheld tool lets you instantly switch to a spot cleaner for carpets and upholstery, making it easy to eliminate spills wherever they happen. Whether you're refreshing high-traffic areas or deep cleaning after spills, it’s built to handle real-life messes with ease. Perfect for pet owners and busy households, Shark CarpetXpert is a go-to pet stain and odor remover, permanently eliminating tough smells like pet urine and smoke^ while restoring freshness throughout your home. Its ultra fast-drying carpet cleaner system avoids oversaturation, so carpets dry quickly and are ready for life again in no time. From everyday messes to deep-set stains, it combines deep carpet cleaner performance, spot cleaning precision, and advanced stain removal into one game-changing solution. ‡vs. Shark Deep Clean Pro Formula. ^When using Shark cleaning solution. Review: Excellent cleaning power! Tank size is a pro/con trade off. - Overall, this is an excellent carpet cleaner. The actual cleaning power is exceptional! Definitely cleans better than previous home carpet cleaners we have had, and seems to just as good of a job as the "rent for a day" models available. All the attachments you need are included and are easy to use. Now for the pro/con situation. This carpet cleaner is much lighter weight and easier to maneuver than other brands, so that's a pro. However, that seems to be achieved by making the water tanks small. I did not mind the small tanks at all while just using the hose attachment to clean upholstery. I felt like I got a very reasonable amount of run time in before I had to change tanks. However, when I switched to floor mode to clean a medium size area rug, I had to empty/refill the tanks multiple times. So that it the con. I will say, my rug had not been cleaned for a while and required multiple passes. I do think the lighter weight and ease of use of the machine will make me more inclined to clean the carpets more frequently, in which case they should be less dirty. If the carpets are less dirty, they should require less wet passes, which should make the smaller tanks less of an issue. I originally had this listed as another "con" but after further internet investigation I found a solution to my complaint. Based on the paper instruction, I was under the impression that "quick dry" mode was for lightly soiled carpets and delivered less cleaning solution. However "quick dry" mode is actually suction only! So after you clean in "deep clean" mode, make sure you switch over to "quick dry" mode and do some additional passes to suck further moisture out of your carpets! Overall, the cleaning power and suction of this machine are outstanding and far outweigh any complaint about tank size. The tank size is both a pro and a con because, while it requires frequent emptying/refilling in floor cleaning mode, it also makes the machine lightweight and maneuverable. Review: BEST carpet/upholstery cleaner I have EVER found. FOLLOW THE DIRECTIONS & you got this! - Just do it! (Mid-pile carpet, stairs, car seats, upholstery.... is there anything it doesnt do and do WELL for that matter.) Step 1 order, also order replacement Shark soap and Shark oxidizer, receive shipment & open box Step 2 READ ALL THE DIRECTIONS THOROUGHLY. I get that this part sucks and borders an anxiety attack for some of us. Just do it! You will be glad you did. Follow one step at a time. Step 3 VACUUM whatever you are cleaning first with your vacuum cleaner. Step 4 Start it up, follow the directions and give it a go. *Try it out on a less important spot first, to get a feel for how long to spray/dry/etc. (The longer you sit over an area the wetter it gets but it really does dry reasonably fast.) Step 5 use a fan to circulate air and run the heater or A/C let dry for a few hours. VIOLA! All clean! Praise Jesus! P.S. Just as the instructions state... some users prefer to perform a "rinse" cycle after a cleaning. From what I experienced, if you have a heavily soiled area you might clean that area, then use the "dry" setting, and let the area completely, until fully dry. Then perform another cleaning cycle or rinse, followed by a "dry" cycle again, once again allowing it to fully dry. This will help prevent over saturation of the carpet or padding below, or too deep below the upholstery surface of the item you're cleaning while still achieving a fully clean rug/carpet/chair/auto seats/etc. If you really need to get it wet and get in there, I found if I went over that section using the hose attachment to suck up the majority of the liquid and then came back with the "dry" setting to suck up the remaining liquid that worked pretty great too! The hand-held spot treater does a great job and will not overly wet an area if you spray with a fast sweeping motion over the area, repeating to reach the desired saturation. Follow the instructions and take your time sucking up the liquid. Does a great job! ** Only drawback... the pet attachment must remain FLAT or nearly flat, or it will not work right. So if you need to scrub pet-"ick"/human-"ick", then first use the regular hose attachment to spray that area. Then TURN OFFFFF the carpet cleaner and use the scrubber on the standard hose attachment on the spot you are treating. After giving it a good scrub, remove the standard hose attachment. Then attach the pet hose attachment. Now, turn on the vacuum and spray/suck up the liquid until clean. Also, keep an eye on the "FULL" line on the pet resevoir to make sure the pet-"ick" doesn't end up getting in your vacuum hose making it stink. After you are done, follow the instructions and take nearly every part off. It is SUPER EASY & STRAIGHT FORWARD! You can clean nearly every part with some warm dish soap in the TUB/BUCKET/SINK/DRIVEWAY/ETC. with a scrub brush/sponge/rag/running water/hose. It seems really complicated the first time you run it, but after that first use & cleaning you will find it is SUPER SIMPLE to use & clean. ## Features - WHOLE HOME CLEANING: Shark CarpetXpert with built-in StainStriker spot & stain remover and 3 tools. Upright carpet & upholstery cleaner, combining dual-activated formula and ultra-powerful suction to remove stains, dirt & grime – perfect for whole-home cleaning. - UNBEATABLE DEEP CARPET CLEANING*: CarpetXpert Technology combines a high-speed brushroll with PowerSpray high-pressure spray and Shark's ultra-powerful suction to deliver unbeatable dirt and grime removal.* - 20X MORE STAIN-REMOVING POWER*: StainStriker Technology mixes two unique chemicals in the hand tool to unleash the power of OXY to deliver the best tough stain elimination**, no premix required. - BUILT-IN SPOT & STAIN ELIMINATOR: The first and only deep carpet cleaner with a built-in spot and stain remover designed to quickly extend and clean stairs, carpet, upholstery and other stains on demand. - REMOVES TOUGH ODORS : Instantly & permanently removes stubborn, lingering odors – even pet urine and smoke.^ - VERSATILE CLEANING TOOLS: Includes 3 specially designed tools to tackle tough spots and stains on carpets, area rugs, upholstery, carpeted stairs, and more. - ULTRA-FAST DRY TIMES: Shark's CarpetXpert technology and powerful suction deliver ultra-fast dry times without oversoaking your carpets. - DUAL TANK TECHNOLOGY: Dual Tank System keeps clean water + cleaning formula separate from dirty water so you're always cleaning with fresh solution. - WHAT'S INCLUDED: CarpetXpert with StainStriker Upright Deep Carpet Cleaner, 3.5 inch Reversible Bristle Tool, Integrated Crevice tool, Pet Mess Extractor Tool, 12oz. Deep Clean Pro Formula, 16oz. OXY Multiplier Formula. - *Shark CarpetXpert models vs. consumer carpet cleaners based on ASTM F2828 using included cleaning solution as of May 15, 2024. *vs. Shark Deep Clean Pro Formula. **Based on TM110, vs. extractor market, using included stain cleaner and best-performing accessory. ^When using Shark cleaning solution. ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B0CBNHP6HY | | Best Sellers Rank | #5,743 in Home & Kitchen ( See Top 100 in Home & Kitchen ) #12 in Carpet & Upholstery Cleaning Machines | | Brand | Shark | | Brand Name | Shark | | Capacity | 30.4 Gallons | | Color | Teal | | Customer Reviews | 4.5 out of 5 stars 2,688 Reviews | | Global Trade Identification Number | 10622356604755 | | Included Components | 12oz Shark CarpetXpert formula & 16oz Shark StainStriker formula, 3.5 inch stain tool, Crevice tool, Pet tool, Shark CarpetXpertTM Carpet Cleaner | | Item Dimensions D x W x H | 13.15"D x 11.97"W x 43.5"H | | Item Type Name | CarpetXpert Upright Carpet, Area Rug & Upholstery Cleaner with StainStriker, Built-in Spot & Stain Cleaner, Perfect for Pets, Deep Cleaning & Tough Stain Removal, Carpet Shampooer, Teal | | Item Weight | 18.05 Pounds | | Manufacturer | Shark | | Model Name | Shark EX201 | | Model Number | EX201 | | Part Number | EX201 | | Power Source | Powered by electrical plug | | Product Dimensions | 13.15"D x 11.97"W x 43.5"H | | Style | StainStriker | | UPC | 622356604758 | | Unit Count | 1.0 Count | ## Product Details - **Brand:** Shark - **Color:** Teal - **Item Weight:** 18.1 Pounds - **Product Dimensions:** 13.15"D x 11.97"W x 43.5"H - **Style:** StainStriker ## Images ![Shark CarpetXpert | Upright Carpet, Area Rug & Upholstery Cleaner | Carpet Shampooer with StainStriker Handheld Tough Stain Eliminator | Removes Tough Stains & Odors | 3 Cleaning Tools | White | EX201 - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71yEzokQslL.jpg) ![Shark CarpetXpert | Upright Carpet, Area Rug & Upholstery Cleaner | Carpet Shampooer with StainStriker Handheld Tough Stain Eliminator | Removes Tough Stains & Odors | 3 Cleaning Tools | White | EX201 - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51BSUgc5Z-L.jpg) ![Shark CarpetXpert | Upright Carpet, Area Rug & Upholstery Cleaner | Carpet Shampooer with StainStriker Handheld Tough Stain Eliminator | Removes Tough Stains & Odors | 3 Cleaning Tools | White | EX201 - Image 3](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/91q9PQnYvmL.jpg) ![Shark CarpetXpert | Upright Carpet, Area Rug & Upholstery Cleaner | Carpet Shampooer with StainStriker Handheld Tough Stain Eliminator | Removes Tough Stains & Odors | 3 Cleaning Tools | White | EX201 - Image 4](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81YCOOwm9wL.jpg) ![Shark CarpetXpert | Upright Carpet, Area Rug & Upholstery Cleaner | Carpet Shampooer with StainStriker Handheld Tough Stain Eliminator | Removes Tough Stains & Odors | 3 Cleaning Tools | White | EX201 - Image 5](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81uvL0FwXwL.jpg) ## Available Options This product comes in different **Style** options. ## Questions & Answers **Q: How many ounces/gallons is the tank?** A: Not sure. Shampooer works great only downfall is you have to empty and refill a lot. **Q: I noticed that in your customer reviews next to the rating of the stars that is stays free product and the products that were purchased had 2 to 3 sta** A: Mine was purchased from Amazon **Q: Does it clean hardwood floors?** A: No **Q: Does it heat the water** A: No you add hot water ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Excellent cleaning power! Tank size is a pro/con trade off. *by E***Y on May 11, 2026* Overall, this is an excellent carpet cleaner. The actual cleaning power is exceptional! Definitely cleans better than previous home carpet cleaners we have had, and seems to just as good of a job as the "rent for a day" models available. All the attachments you need are included and are easy to use. Now for the pro/con situation. This carpet cleaner is much lighter weight and easier to maneuver than other brands, so that's a pro. However, that seems to be achieved by making the water tanks small. I did not mind the small tanks at all while just using the hose attachment to clean upholstery. I felt like I got a very reasonable amount of run time in before I had to change tanks. However, when I switched to floor mode to clean a medium size area rug, I had to empty/refill the tanks multiple times. So that it the con. I will say, my rug had not been cleaned for a while and required multiple passes. I do think the lighter weight and ease of use of the machine will make me more inclined to clean the carpets more frequently, in which case they should be less dirty. If the carpets are less dirty, they should require less wet passes, which should make the smaller tanks less of an issue. I originally had this listed as another "con" but after further internet investigation I found a solution to my complaint. Based on the paper instruction, I was under the impression that "quick dry" mode was for lightly soiled carpets and delivered less cleaning solution. However "quick dry" mode is actually suction only! So after you clean in "deep clean" mode, make sure you switch over to "quick dry" mode and do some additional passes to suck further moisture out of your carpets! Overall, the cleaning power and suction of this machine are outstanding and far outweigh any complaint about tank size. The tank size is both a pro and a con because, while it requires frequent emptying/refilling in floor cleaning mode, it also makes the machine lightweight and maneuverable. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ BEST carpet/upholstery cleaner I have EVER found. FOLLOW THE DIRECTIONS & you got this! *by L***S on February 25, 2026* Just do it! (Mid-pile carpet, stairs, car seats, upholstery.... is there anything it doesnt do and do WELL for that matter.) Step 1 order, also order replacement Shark soap and Shark oxidizer, receive shipment & open box Step 2 READ ALL THE DIRECTIONS THOROUGHLY. I get that this part sucks and borders an anxiety attack for some of us. Just do it! You will be glad you did. Follow one step at a time. Step 3 VACUUM whatever you are cleaning first with your vacuum cleaner. Step 4 Start it up, follow the directions and give it a go. *Try it out on a less important spot first, to get a feel for how long to spray/dry/etc. (The longer you sit over an area the wetter it gets but it really does dry reasonably fast.) Step 5 use a fan to circulate air and run the heater or A/C let dry for a few hours. VIOLA! All clean! Praise Jesus! P.S. Just as the instructions state... some users prefer to perform a "rinse" cycle after a cleaning. From what I experienced, if you have a heavily soiled area you might clean that area, then use the "dry" setting, and let the area completely, until fully dry. Then perform another cleaning cycle or rinse, followed by a "dry" cycle again, once again allowing it to fully dry. This will help prevent over saturation of the carpet or padding below, or too deep below the upholstery surface of the item you're cleaning while still achieving a fully clean rug/carpet/chair/auto seats/etc. If you really need to get it wet and get in there, I found if I went over that section using the hose attachment to suck up the majority of the liquid and then came back with the "dry" setting to suck up the remaining liquid that worked pretty great too! The hand-held spot treater does a great job and will not overly wet an area if you spray with a fast sweeping motion over the area, repeating to reach the desired saturation. Follow the instructions and take your time sucking up the liquid. Does a great job! ** Only drawback... the pet attachment must remain FLAT or nearly flat, or it will not work right. So if you need to scrub pet-"ick"/human-"ick", then first use the regular hose attachment to spray that area. Then TURN OFFFFF the carpet cleaner and use the scrubber on the standard hose attachment on the spot you are treating. After giving it a good scrub, remove the standard hose attachment. Then attach the pet hose attachment. Now, turn on the vacuum and spray/suck up the liquid until clean. Also, keep an eye on the "FULL" line on the pet resevoir to make sure the pet-"ick" doesn't end up getting in your vacuum hose making it stink. After you are done, follow the instructions and take nearly every part off. It is SUPER EASY & STRAIGHT FORWARD! You can clean nearly every part with some warm dish soap in the TUB/BUCKET/SINK/DRIVEWAY/ETC. with a scrub brush/sponge/rag/running water/hose. It seems really complicated the first time you run it, but after that first use & cleaning you will find it is SUPER SIMPLE to use & clean. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great Cleaner for Carpets & Rugs *by A***R on April 8, 2026* This Shark is easy to use, lightweight and really does a good job at cleaning the carpets & rugs we have. Some of our stains were older as the old Bissel couldn't get these out after multiple treatments. With a kid & 2 dogs in the house I like to keep things clean, but it's harder. This Shark has 2 cleaner solutions that are used and there is no holding the button or pressing a lever to distribute the cleaner. You load it up & it does the work for you. It pulls up the water & solution up VERY well! The carpets do not stay soaking wet & dry faster. You do not have to go over the area multiple times to pull up the wet as it's done the job usually on the first pass. It is not as noisy as some carpet cleaners we have had in the past. It is not heavy or hard to push/pull. When cleaning a room, both tanks may need to be changed at about half the room on deep clean. I was glad to see all of the yucky brown ick that it pulled out of our carpets and we vacuum often. The carpets are softer and definitely fresher. This Shark seems pretty durable; will see over time. There are just the right amount of attachments to do the chairs & sofa as well. I shopped around and even on the Shark website the price Amazon had beat their 'sale'. It arrived quickly & very well packaged. ## Frequently Bought Together - Shark EX201 CarpetXpert Upright Carpet, Area Rug & Upholstery Cleaner with StainStriker, Built-in Spot & Stain Cleaner, Perfect for Pets, Deep Cleaning & Tough Stain Removal, Carpet Shampooer, Cyan - Shark CarpetXpert Deep Clean Pro Formula for All Shark Upright & Portable Carpet Cleaners, Formulated for all Carpets, Upholstery & Area Rugs, Eliminates Tough Pet Messes and Odors, 48oz, EXCM48 - OxiClean Large Carpet Cleaner Liquid Solution for Steam Cleaning Machines, 64 fl oz --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.us/products/553801894-shark-carpetxpert-upright-carpet-area-rug-and-upholstery-cleaner-carpet](https://www.desertcart.us/products/553801894-shark-carpetxpert-upright-carpet-area-rug-and-upholstery-cleaner-carpet) --- *Product available on Desertcart United States of America* *Store origin: US* *Last updated: 2026-05-21*