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Shark Launches StainForce Cordless Spot Cleaner for Carpets and Upholstery

Shark has released the Shark StainForce™, a small cordless handheld stain remover for carpets and upholstery. Rechargeable and designed for quick grab-and-go use, it is built to handle spots, spills, and set-in stains without the need for traditional water tanks.

Shark StainForce Cordless Spot and Stain Cleaner

Shark StainForce Cordless Spot & Stain Cleaner

$199.99

Price as of September 12, 2025

A New Approach to Portable Stain Removal

Unlike many portable carpet cleaners, the StainForce does not require filling water tanks before use. Instead, it works with a separate spray bottle containing Shark’s StainForce™ Dual-Activated Solution. Users spray the stain, then use the handheld unit to extract it.

Demonstration of the Shark StainForce stain removal process with spray and extraction method
How the Shark StainForce tackles stains using its spray-and-extract cleaning method. Source: Amazon

When cleaning is finished, the device can be rinsed with water through a self-cleaning cycle in its Grab & Go Caddy, which also serves as the unit’s storage base.

Shark StainForce in its Grab & Go Caddy showing self-cleaning feature.
The Shark StainForce cleans itself with a quick self-cleaning cycle in the Grab & Go Caddy. Source: Amazon
  • Best Spot Cleaners – Vacuum Wars’ always up-to-date rankings of the best portable carpet and upholstery spot cleaners. From tough pet stains and food spills to high-traffic carpet areas and furniture touch-ups, these powerful stain-removing machines are designed for quick, targeted cleanups.

Key Features

The Shark StainForce is positioned as a cordless stain-destroying system for carpets and upholstery. According to Shark, the system delivers:

  • Powerful stain elimination through suction combined with Shark’s cleaning solution.
  • 30 times the stain-fighting power* with its dual-activated formula.
  • Cordless convenience, eliminating the need for outlets or setup.
  • Always-ready storage, with no premixing or preparation required.

*Based on testing against the portable stain cleaner market using Shark’s included solution on mustard, ketchup, coffee, chocolate syrup, grape juice, permanent marker, oil, and dirt.

Shark StainForce cleaning common household stains like coffee, juice, and pet messes
Designed for real-world messes, the Shark StainForce targets everyday stain scenarios. Source: Amazon

What’s Included in the Box

The Shark StainForce package comes with:

  • Stain Eliminator Tool
  • Crevice Tool
  • Grab & Go Caddy
  • Full-size StainForce™ Dual-Activated Solution
  • Reusable spray bottle head
  • Charging cable
Shark StainForce with Grab & Go Caddy and included accessories
What comes in the box: Shark StainForce with tools, caddy, and cleaning solution. Source: Amazon

Market Position

The StainForce is intended for spot cleaning carpets and upholstery rather than full-room carpet care. For large-scale cleaning, Shark directs consumers to its CarpetXpert line of carpet cleaners.

Clear instructions for use and maintenance are available on Shark’s official website.

If Vacuum Wars reviews this product, we will make our findings available in the Carpet Cleaner Reviews area of this website. Top ranking Spot Cleaners are added to our Best Carpet Spot Cleaners list.

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