Vax Platinum Power Max 1200W carpet cleaner

Vax Platinum Power Max is a carpet shampooer that combines deep cleaning and versatile spot tools to tackle everyday domestic messes. It aims to lift embedded dirt and neutralise odours while offering a practical drying cycle for quicker use of rooms.

Key points

This upright washer promises cleaning performance claimed as five times better than a high performance vacuum cleaner, with separate 3.5L clean and 2.9L dirty water tanks and included cleaning solutions. HeatBlast technology blends hot air with extraction to help carpets dry in as little as one hour according to the manufacturer. The machine weighs 9.6kg, runs at 1200W and comes in black, so it is straightforward to manoeuvre and store in typical UK homes. It’s worth noting that the Pre-Treatment Wand and solutions are intended to tackle stubborn stains, but heavily soiled or delicate fibres may still need specialist care.

Technical details

• Name: Vax Platinum Power Max Carpet Cleaner Machine
• Type: Upright shampooer washer
• Capacity: 3.5L clean tank, 2.9L dirty tank
• Weight: 9.6kg
• Power: 1200W
• Colour: Black
• Format: Includes handheld and hose accessories

Why it’s worth it

The package includes a motorised SpinScrub hand tool and a 2.5m hose with a wash tool, which extend cleaning to stairs, upholstery and car interiors. A 500ml Platinum Professional Solution and a 250ml Pre-Treatment Solution are supplied to help remove odours and loosen stains before washing. Vax offers a six year guarantee with access to after-sales support for added confidence. The mix of attachments and solutions means you can switch between deep carpet cleaning and focused spot work without separate machines.

How to use it

Start with visible debris removed, then apply the Pre-Treatment Wand on heavy stains and allow the solution to work as advised by the manufacturer. Use the SpinScrub or wash tool for sections and run the upright shampooer across the carpet at a steady pace. Activate HeatBlast when a quicker dry is needed and avoid walking on carpets until they feel dry to the touch.

What’s included

The box contains the Vax Platinum Power Max Carpet Cleaner, Upholstery Cleaning Tool, SpinScrub Hand Tool, 2.5m Hose, Pre-Treatment Wand, Accessory Bag, 500ml Platinum Professional Solution and 250ml Pre-Treatment Solution. The six year guarantee information and support contact are provided by the manufacturer.