Furme Vs. Uproot: Which Pet Grooming Vacuum Actually Wins?

As a pet owner, my life is a constant, swirling vortex of pet hair. It’s on my sofa, it’s in my coffee, and I’m pretty sure I’m now 10% Golden Retriever fur. I’ve tried every brush, rake, and manual tool out there.

The problem?

They just throw the hair into the air. That’s why I finally decided to test the all-in-one grooming vacuums. I got my hands on the two biggest names in the game: the Furme and the Uproot grooming kits.

My mission was simple: find out which one actually solves the shedding nightmare and makes grooming less of a chore.

At A Glance Comparison

My Experience With The Furme Grooming Vacuum

The Furme brand has built its entire reputation on one, massive selling point: it’s quiet.

“Whisper-quiet” is the term they use, and I was deeply skeptical.

My dog bolts if I even look at the regular household vacuum.

When I unboxed the Furme Pro Plus, the build felt solid and premium.

It has an upright design with a caddy to hold the attachments, which my organized brain appreciated. I plugged it in, attached the grooming brush, and braced myself.

I hit the power button.

I was genuinely shocked. On its lowest setting, the machine produced a low, quiet hum. The company claims 42 decibels, and I believe it. It was quieter than my refrigerator. My nervous Shepherd, who usually hides, just lifted his head, gave a curious sniff, and laid back down.

This, right here, was a monumental win.

Key Features In Action

The Furme Pro Plus that I tested comes with a 5-in-1 kit:

1. Grooming Brush: A standard slicker-style brush. It was great for a daily brush-down, pulling surface hair and dirt while the vacuum whisked it away.
2. Deshedding Tool: This is the heavy hitter. It’s designed to get deep into the undercoat. I used this on my Shepherd and the amount of fur that funneled into the canister was both horrifying and deeply satisfying.
3. Electric Clippers: The clippers have built-in suction, which is genius. As I trimmed my other dog’s paws, the hair disappeared. No tiny clippings sticking to everything. It came with multiple guard combs for different lengths.
4. Crevice Nozzle: A standard vacuum nozzle for cleaning fur off the sofa, pet bed, or my clothes after the grooming session.
5. Cleaning Brush: A small brush for cleaning the tools themselves.⁵

The unit I used had three suction modes. The lowest was the “anxious pet” mode, while the highest (around 70-75dB) was still quieter than my big vacuum and provided incredible suction.

Pros: The Furme’s Big Wins

After several grooming sessions, the advantages of the Furme became crystal clear.

• The Sound is a Game-Changer: I cannot overstate this. The 42dB starting point is not a gimmick. It allowed me to groom my most anxious pet with zero fuss. He went from being a trembling mess to just lying there calmly. If your pet has vacuum anxiety, the Furme is, without a doubt, the best-in-class for a gentle introduction.
• Serious Suction Power: The Pro Plus model boasts 10,500Pa of suction, and the high-end Ultra model goes up to 14,000Pa. This is more than just a gimmick; it means that no hair escapes. As soon as the deshedder pulled it loose, it was gone. This was especially noticeable on thick, dense undercoats. The vacuum never felt like it was struggling.
• Massive Canister Capacity: My Pro Plus model had a 2-liter dustbin.⁷ The Ultra model has a mind-boggling 4.5-liter bin.⁸ For me, with two large, shedding dogs, this was a huge quality-of-life feature. I could do a full, deep deshedding session on both dogs without ever having to stop and empty the canister. It’s a “set it and forget it” system.
• Simplicity and Ease of Use: The whole system is intuitive. The attachments click on and off easily. The dustbin detaches with a simple button press. There’s no complicated learning curve. It’s a premium, user-friendly experience right out of the box.

Cons: Where the Furme Falls Short

It wasn’t a perfect experience. I did find a few frustrations that are important to know.

• The Cord is a Leash: The biggest drawback for me was the power cord. While the 8.2-foot cord is reasonably long, I still felt tethered. I had to groom near an outlet and finagle the cord as my dog inevitably turned in circles. In a smaller apartment, this might be fine, but if you like to groom outside or in a spacious garage, this is a real limitation on your freedom.
• Missing Versatility: The 5-in-1 kit is great, but it’s focused purely on brushing and trimming. It’s a dedicated grooming-and-cleanup tool. As I discovered when testing the Uproot, there are other functions I didn’t even know I was missing, namely a dryer.
• It’s an Investment: The Furme is a premium product, and it carries a premium price tag.⁹ While I feel the build quality and quiet motor justify the cost, it’s definitely an investment in your grooming routine.

My Experience With The Uproot Grooming Kit

Next up was the Uproot. I was already familiar with this brand from their viral “Uproot Cleaner” manual scraper, a tool I use on my carpets with great success.

The Uproot Grooming Kit feels like the high-tech, powered evolution of that same hair-fighting mission.

Right away, I noticed two major differences. First, the model I tested was cordless. It came with a charging base and promised about 60 minutes of runtime.

This felt incredibly liberating. Second, it was advertised as a 7-in-1 kit. It had all the tools the Furme had, plus two more: a detangler and a dryer.

Key Features In Action

The Uproot’s arsenal was impressive. It included:

1. Grooming Brush & Deshedder: Similar to the Furme, these were my workhorses for general grooming and tackling the undercoat.
2. Detangler/Dematter: This was a new one. It’s a rake-style tool designed to gently work through matted fur before you hit it with a brush.
3. Electric Trimmer: Also with suction and multiple guards.¹⁰ It worked well, and the cordless nature made getting at awkward angles (like under the legs) much easier.
4. Nozzle & Cleaning Tool: For cleaning up the environment (and me) afterward.
5. The Dryer/Blower: This was the show-stopper. It’s an attachment that blows warm (not hot) air. After giving my dog a bath, I could use this attachment with the vacuum suction to dry him and suck up all the loose, wet hair that gets released. This one tool effectively replaces a separate, loud blow dryer and the mess it creates.

The Uproot has a different approach to noise. Instead of just a few modes, it has a rotary dial with 10-speed settings. The lowest setting is about 52dB.¹¹ While this is technically 10dB louder than the Furme’s lowest, it’s still extremely quiet—about the sound of a quiet conversation.

It then ramps up to about 78dB, which is louder but gives you precise control over suction and sound.

Pros: The Uproot’s Big Wins

The Uproot kit really impressed me with its thoughtful, practical features.

• Ultimate Versatility: That 7-in-1 (or 6-in-1, depending on the exact kit) is no joke. The dryer attachment is, in my opinion, revolutionary. Bath time is usually a two-part disaster: the wet dog, followed by the massive shed-out after he’s dry. The Uproot consolidates this. I could dry him and contain the shed simultaneously. The detangler tool was also a nice addition for my longer-haired pup.
• Cordless Freedom: Being able to groom my dog on the deck, in the garage, or in the middle of the living room without worrying about a plug was amazing. I wasn’t tangled in a cord, my dog wasn’t tripping on it, and the 60-minute battery was more than enough for a full grooming session.
• Granular Noise Control: While the Furme’s 3 modes are simple, I came to prefer the Uproot’s 10-speed dial. It allowed me to start at the absolute lowest setting (52dB) to get my pet comfortable, then slowly increase the suction just enough to be effective without startling him. It’s a more nuanced approach to pet anxiety.
• HEPA Filtration: The Uproot heavily advertises its HEPA filtration, claiming it captures 99.9% of dander and fleas.¹² As an allergy sufferer, I felt the air quality in the room was noticeably better post-grooming compared to my old brushing-only routine.

Cons: Where the Uproot Falls Short

Despite my excitement over the features, the Uproot has its own set of trade-offs.

• Slightly Louder at Base: That 52dB starting point is quiet, but it’s not 42dB. For the most phobic, noise-sensitive pets, those 10 decibels could be the difference between tolerance and panic. The Furme is the undeniable champion of “whisper quiet.”¹³
• Less Raw Suction: The Uproot’s 9,000Pa is perfectly strong for 90% of jobs. However, when I was really digging into my Shepherd’s dense winter undercoat, I felt the Furme Pro Plus (10,500Pa) pulled just a little bit more hair, a little bit faster. It’s a small difference, but for owners of Huskies, Malamutes, or heavy-shedding GSDs, that extra power matters.
• Smaller Canister: The 1.7L canister on my Uproot kit is a good size, but it’s no match for the 2L or 4.5L Furme bins. During a heavy deshedding session on my Shepherd, I had to stop once to empty the bin. It’s a minor inconvenience, but it does break the workflow.

My Verdict: Furme Or Uproot?

So, after living with both, which one do I recommend? My answer is frustratingly analytical: it completely depends on your pet and your priorities.

• The Noise vs. Control Battle

The Furme is objectively quieter at its lowest setting.¹⁴ It’s a “set it and forget it” quiet machine. The Uproot is slightly louder at its base but gives you 10 steps of control to find the perfect balance of noise and suction your pet will tolerate.¹⁵

My Winner: For pure, unadulterated quiet to calm a terrified pet, Furme wins. For user control and acclimating a pet slowly, Uproot wins.

• The Power vs. Versatility Battle

The Furme has more raw suction power.

Its motor is a beast designed to tackle the thickest coats without flinching, and its giant canister supports that mission.

The Uproot has less raw power but dramatically more versatility.

That dryer function is a legitimate game-changer that consolidates two grooming tasks into one.¹⁶

My Winner: For raw shedding power on large/double-coated dogs, Furme wins. For the best all-in-one grooming toolkit, Uproot wins.

• The Convenience Battle

This is the easiest one. The Furme is (mostly) corded.¹⁷ The Uproot has a fantastic cordless model. The Furme has a massive canister.¹⁸ The Uproot has a smaller one.

My Winner: For “plug and play” freedom of movement, Uproot wins. For long, uninterrupted sessions with big dogs, Furme wins.

Who Should Buy Which?

After all my testing, here is my final, practical advice.

You should buy the Furme if:

• You have an extremely anxious or noise-phobic pet. That 42dB starting point is the real deal and the quietest on the market.
• You own a very large breed or a “professional shedder” (like a Husky, Golden, or GSD). The combination of higher suction (10,500Pa+) and the massive 2L or 4.5L canister is built for serious volume.¹⁹
• You have a dedicated grooming spot near a power outlet and don’t mind managing a cord.

You should buy the Uproot if:

• You value versatility above all else. The 7-in-1 system, especially the post-bath dryer attachment, is an incredible all-in-one solution.
• You want cordless freedom. Being able to groom anywhere—inside or out—without being leashed to a wall is a massive convenience.
• You have a pet with mild anxiety. The 52dB starting level is still very quiet, and the 10-speed dial gives you the control to find their comfort zone.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Wrapping Up

At the start of this, my home was a fur-covered warzone. Now, it’s just… clean. Both the Furme and the Uproot are fantastic machines that fundamentally solve the biggest problem with grooming: the mess.

In the end, I can’t give you a single winner. I can only tell you how to choose. Take a close look at your own pet. Is their anxiety the biggest barrier? Go with the Furme. Do you dread the post-bath chaos and want one tool that does it all, anywhere you want?

Go with the Uproot. Whichever you choose, you’re not just buying a grooming tool; you’re buying back your time and your clean floors.