Best Canister Vacuum With Bag (2024 Update)

This Kenmore vacuum is a piece of Junk. I would give it zero stars but that is not an option. We had a Kenmore vacuum that was awesome for 20 years before it finally died. We thought we could buy the Kenmore BC4026 as a replacement. Wrong. The vacuum has been redesigned with none of the utility of our previous vacuum. The BC4026 is bulky and heavy making it difficult to get in tight to reach places. The end of the wand has a huge locking mechanism for attachments, which makes it impossible to vacuum along baseboards. I used our old Kenmore to vacuum the car interior, but the BC4026's handle is huge which makes it cumbersome to reach tight car interior spaces. Also, the hose swivel that attaches to the vacuum is not the L-shaped fitting shown on the box, so it does not swivel and keep a low profile like it should. This make maneuvering and storage of the vacuum difficult. They have plastic fittings on the BC4026's telescoping wand that make it difficult to extend. The old design was much better. Our old Kenmore vacuum was smaller and more streamlined with the same vacuum power making it more functional and a better design than the BC4026. Bottom line is that the BC4026 was not designed for its intended purpose of being a household vacuum.Michael

Overall this is a decent canister vacuum but the motorized vacuum head is of an ackward design. In order to vacuum more than a foot under furniture, you have to get down on your knees and move the motorized head in arcs left and right; the joint at which it attaches to the control handle prevents it from moving straight ahead without tilting up so that the agitator and suction end no longer makes contact with the carpet. If you move it to the left, the head may detach due to a poorly designed release lever on the left side; designed to make it easy to remove with your foot but making vacuuming under a bed a long and difficult process to get full coverage. I found myself having to reach repeatedly under the bed to retrieve the disconnected head. I was able to modify that release lever slightly by tightening the screw that attaches it but it is still an arduous task to vacuum under a bed; which was the main reason we bought a canister vacuum! You have to sweep in arcs and make sure you get coverage. This would be difficult for someone who has trouble laying down on their knees, pitching themselves forward and moving the wand back and forth in arcs. On the plus side, the "pet" motorized head is great for vacuuming carpeted stairs; no pet required to make good use of it.Jeffrey

Beautiful a medium-sized design vacuum cleaners, quickly open the feelings of the received goods, the appearance of the red I like very much, the motor power of the vacuum cleaner is very big, draw the ground of garbage, there is a lot of suction sofa aperture, a corner of the room, the room ceiling of dust can be sucked out, vacuum cleaner, the above wires and vacuuming pipe is very long, When operating, you can clean the whole living room without bending over. The capacity of garbage storage box is also very large. I like it very much.Bijou

I spent a lot of time reviewing and looking for a reasonably priced and efficient canister vacuum. I wanted one that had a triple hepa filtration system. Consumer Reports says about this vacuum: It offers both performance and value, and earns our CR Best Buy designation. At this affordable price you get an impressive vacuum that vanquishes pet hair and leaves floors spotless. Its also quite capable at cleaning carpet, earning a Very Good on that test. Emissions are clean and tool airflow is strong, so youll have no problem using your attachments. Our testers found it pretty easy to handle and move under and around furniture.merckxx

Best Canister Vacuum on the market. I have purchased several portable canister vacuums and this Oreck is the best! I purchased this for my son who is in construction so he can clean up messes for his customers when he finishes his jobs. He says the vac is so powerful it has picked up wood splinters, sheet rock crumbles, pebbles, broken glass – anything mess that is left over from a construction job. I use it all around the house and in my car. Forget those car vacuums that don't pick up anything. This canister vacuum will even pick up all dog hairs left by my dogs when I take them for rides in my car. And ever try to get dog hair off your couch? This vac has no problem sucking up all the dog hair. Me and my son have been using it for almost a year now and it is still as strong as day 1. It takes a licking and keeps on ticking.E.

I have owned 3 Oreck sweepers for 25+ years. Received my first canister sweeper as a freebie when I purchased my first upright. I loved it for cleaning cars, stairs, windows and around the baseboards in our home. It was light weight but very durable. It was my go-to sweeper for small and quick jobs. The only complaints I have are the red cord… really? why red? and the flexible hose is not long enough for most chores. I had another hose from an older sweeper, my husband had to modify the older hose but now I am much happier with the longer, more flexible hose.Kathy

I have had the old version of the canister and loved it. I decided to give that one to my father and buy this. It is difficult to use.1. the hose always pulls against you – have tried to stretch it out but it doesn't work.2. The friction method of attaching the extension wand does not work as the weight of the wand is too heavy. I kept having to put it back on as it slides off and eventually the end of the wand cracked and needed to be taped.3. The longer cord is great but is too heavy for the weight of the canister itself.4. The strap broke within a month so can't hang it over my shoulder > the little plastic that attaches it – is not strong enough.5. The built in extension of the wand was a good idea but makes this very difficult – the two extensions on the older versions were betterDebra S.

I have back issues and cannot lift anything of any kind of weight so I bought this vacuum to keep on my first floor so I don’t have to lug my other vacuum (a Kenmore Progressive) up and down the stairs. I have hardwood looking laminate floors throughout and a very low pile rug in my husband’s office. I also have a couple of area rugs in my TV room. I didn’t need anything super heavy duty and I’ve always preferred canister type vacuums over uprights. I also didn’t want to spend a ton of money, but I wanted something of decent quality. I had seen another Kenmore model while shopping with a friend at BJs a while back; it was about $50 more and a Series 600, I think. I don’t have a BJs membership and I didn’t want to bother my friend so I started searching online and found this particular vacuum. I read the reviews and most were pretty good so I decided to give it a try. The biggest complaints that I read were that people prefer having the on/off switch on the handle rather than the canister itself and a number of people complained that the hardwood floor attachment is on the small side. One other complaint was that there is no place to store the attachments…the hardwood floor attachment fits into a spot on the topside of the canister, but there’s no place for the other 3-in-one piece. None of this bothers me at all. Having the on/off switch on the canister just takes a little getting used to. My other vacuum I had downstairs, which was a GE had the same setup. The smaller hardwood floor attachment is actually kind of nice; it fits more easily in between things without having to move furniture. As far as the other attachments, I just store them on the shelf in the closet where I keep the vacuum. It has great suction power and it’s very easy to switch from the hardwood attachment to the beater head when doing carpeting. I had my husband bring it upstairs where I have 3 bedrooms with wall-to-wall carpeting so I could try it out on higher pile carpeting…itworked great. My kitchen, living room and 4th bedroom are hardwood and it picked up everything. If you don’t have a lot of carpet, I would highly recommend this vacuum. For $199 it’s definitely worth it. It worked well on my carpeting, but given that it’s a lower series model I don’t know how well it would hold up to weekly vacuuming on a high pile carpet. This vacuum is exactly what I was looking for and I’m very happy with my purchase. My only complaint is the color…it’s very purple!CindyM

I am really impressed with how the vacuum head worked on the hard floor. We have dark hardwood floors throughout our home and 5 furry pets that drop hair at record rates! It is very easy to see if a vacuum cleaner is doing it's job well. We are very impressed with how well this vacuum picks up dust and hair. I have to tell you my favorite feature on this vacuum cleaner is the foot operated release for the vacuum head. This vacuum design is very well thought out. I like that I can just step on it and release the head so I can vacuum a smaller area or vacuum something that doesn't require the head. Because the power to the head is a direct plug through the tube you don't have to reach down and unplug the power to the head by hand. You can release it with your foot, vacuum the area and then plug it back in without missing a beat. It is really convenient and intuitive on how a person actually vacuums. Another thing I like is the canister doesn't turn over when you pull it with the hose. I have had multiple canister vacuum cleaners over the years and my number one aggravation with them is they roll over if you pull them from an angle or the side. This vacuum doesn't do that! It just turns easily and follows you. I love that! Finally, I like that there is a slot to slide the hose/tube/head into when you store the vacuum cleaner. Traditionally canister vacuum cleaners are kind of a pain to put away and store. They came up with a design that allows you to basically hook the head and canister together so they don't just make a pile in your closet. It is very smart.TruthReviewer

The Kenmore canister bagged vacuum 200 series is a very nice addition to clean your home. Assembly is very easy, and can be put together in 5 minutes or less. The vacuum includes a floor brush that can be stored on the canister of the vacuum and a 3 in 1 combination tool to clean nooks and furniture. I love that the vacuum comes with an easy adjustable switch to slide on the handle from floors to carpet. The handle extends so that tall people will not have to hunch over cleaning their floors. The power cord is retractable by pressing a cord rewind button. There is a suction control dial as well that allows you to change vacuum cleaner suction for varied fabrics and carpets. The vacuum also has the possibility of conserving storage space if desired. If you store the canister upright you can slide the lower wand into a U shaped storage hook. It does work great. The power cord is very long so you don't have to change multiple outlets to vacuum your home. The quick release button to transition from each attachment requires little effort. I also enjoy that it includes a HEPA media filter which captures 99.97% of particles down to.3 microns. As we have a beloved pet dog, pet hair can be an issue but with this amazing vacuum, I have no issues of pet hair left behind in the carpet or on the furniture. I highly recommend this great canister for all pet owners!Ellej

I happened to have had this very same canister, only gray, years ago. It was also stolen from me along w/the upright. The gal that stole this also gave it back after destroying this item. Shame some people have sticky fingers & are malicious…they love to be mean. Anyways when I got my brother the swivel upright I got myself my new canister. Love it dearly…would not want anything but this…it's light weight, can place on your shoulder like a hand bag, move around the room freely & have my other attachments at finger tips.Frances

This was chosen by our cleaning lady. We figured as the main user and cleaning expert we'd let her pick what she wanted. She went right to the Oreck. She's still using it 12 years later. We sometimes use it ourselves for quick pick-ups. I look at it and it appears in the same condition as when new, a dozen years ago. Sorry, Oreck, we'd buy a replacement if we needed it, but we don't!Jim

I cannot rate this product yet! I expect it to be as great or better than my last one, but as yet I have not had a chance to use it! I do have a maid, but only ever 6 weeks! I have had too many things come up to use it! I expect it to be wonderful, as my last one was great for around 20 years! It had gotten a bundle of water bottles set on top of it, and the hose cracked! I doubted I could have found another and with it so old, why bother, so I ordered this one! I will send this review when!!!Tapngran

I liked using my new vacuum and had no problem with it being bagless, but the extension cord would keep rewinding once the motor got warm. I was insulted when sent a email from Prolux that I needed to clean the canister to get optimized performance and the machine was overheating because I wasn't keeping the canister cleaned out. Oh, but I was! I was caring for the vacuum after reading all the instructions for best use and the canister wasn't even full but I'd clean it out before putting it away…then there was no suction (even with a newly cleaned canister). We took the hose off and was finding that the arc of the handle was gathering dirt and not carrying it out. Too much hassle so I got a refund.Bette W.

Pros: went together quite easily (I did read the manual) So far it has great suction, and easy to clean. Picks up pet hair really well, there was a lot of fine dust in the dust/dirt container when I emptied it out, so that is a good thing. Three cats and 2 labs in my house, and they are all inside/outside critters. The power head works well. I had read that people have issues with it tipping over. Didn't happen to me, and moves around easily. All the parts fit right into place, no gaps, nothing hard to pull apart. I really like that it is bagless. Cons; The box was quite broken up when it arrived, guess that is the delivery peoples fault. There were two broken pieces, one being the on board tool caddy for storage of the attachments (I don't believe that could have happened in shipping), one other broken piece of plastic, that came from somewhere, still trying to figure out what it goes to. The tank itself has a big dent in it ( it being plastic guess it's a manufacturing issue). The long floor attachment came with a long flat rubber insert for something (the schematics don't show where it goes). The crevice tool is quite puny. I had just assumed (my fault) that the power head would have a height adjustment. I had been using a Kenmore Canister for 20 years. So in order to vacuum carpet runners (7 feet long) I have to put a chair on the end or have one of the dogs sit on it, so it doesn't get sucked up. I guess that is a good thing that it has such good suction, better more than less. So far so good, I have not found the noise level that loud, my Kenmore was a lot louder. I have not used the furniture/stair attachment so won't comment on it. It does generate quite a bit of static when in use I guess a little shock now and then isn't that big of a deal. I did not rate the Durability or value for the money, because I don't have a crystal ball saying how long this vacuum will last. I did give the Material quality a 3 star, only because of the broken pieces, and t…annie

During the pandemic you can't always get what you want. I wanted to go to a store and buy a vacuum that I could see, feel and maybe even hear before I bought it. I'm a little fussy. Quiet is very important to me. It quickly became apparent that my only choice was buying online. I'm not exactly sure how I ended up on Prolux's site but I'm so glad I did. There was the vacuum I wanted: canister, quiet, lightweight, bagless, reasonably priced, well reviewed and in stock. An unbelievable sight after sitting at my computer for hours. I hit buy for an iFORCE! That was just the beginning – it shipped the next day (ground from Utah), arrived on time, environmentally packed (no styrofoam), easy to read directions for assembly and beautifully designed. Next I put it to the test and it exceeded all expectations. I highly recommend Prolux!Jennifer

I made this purchase for my wife. We have purchased Kenmore vacuums for many years and have always been very pleased. This model BC4002 will hopefully last for many years also. Initially we are very happy with many aspects of this model. It has a very powerful two motor system. It has a four level height adjustment lever, a handle switch to turn on and off the brush roller, a telescoping wand, 360° hose swivel, quick release, push-button cord rewind, micro-filtration, HEPA filter and attachment set with holder. A few things my wife was not smiling about were the location of the attachment holder and the position of on/off switch. The attachments get into the way in tight spaces and she would rather have the on/off switch on the handle like older models. It is located on the back of the canister which isn't nearly as convenient. My wife suggested that Kenmore make the attachment handle fit on the lid of the canister if they don't to make room inside the canister. This model doesn't have a light, but we aren't bothered by that. But, overall she is pleased with our purchase and excited to have several more years with Kenmore vacuums.Electronicman52

easy to use with excellent vacuum ability. Power head will actually pull you forward. Switch to change from carpet to floor is well placed at the front of the handle. With the telescoping wand connecting to the power head, it should be comfortable for people of all heights to use. Easy to assemble, it also comes with 3 additional tools for floor, crevices, and furniture. With over 40 years in the cleaning industry, I heartily recommend this unit as a terrific addition to any home.true

My husband and I are tall people, I absolutely love the fact that this canister vacuum has a long nozzle where I don't feel like I'm leaning over too much to vacuum the floor. It's very quiet, you can still have a conversation with it running. The turbo suction is no joke, be careful it'll eat your rug easily, learned there are different settings for the suction amount! Love that the floor head is much larger than the other leading brands. I also have allergies, so this HEPA filtration system is a a bonus to help keep our inside air clean. My only suggestion for future models is to have an option for on/off switch to be on the handle too. You always have to use the foot switch for operation, for older folks it's a long of bending down for operation. Overall so glad we invested the money to get this great vacuum!Faith D

Pros: Variable levels of suction for different surfaces. Easy to switch between hard floors and carpet. Telescopic nozzle length with swivel great to adapt for tall people and also totally amazing for hoovering under the sofa. Neat and tidy design with extra tools inside.Bag easy to replace. Feels great quality- pieces made of good quality plastic and metal which are put together well.Absolutely LOVE it! It’s the best vacuum we have ever owned. Not missing my old Dyson in the slightest! Cons: The only slight area for improvement is the signal for when you need to change the bag- not at all reliable. But not a massive issue.Claire

Pros: This is a great vacuum cleaner, I needed a replacement for my previous Vax cleaner – for hoovering out the garage and our cars. The VAX was great but after seven years it was falling apart. I have previously purchased some cheaper cyclone type hoovers which turned out to be useless. So I went for a Miele this time even though it is a bagged type vacuum cleaner, decision based on the quality of the brand and that Curry’s PC World were doing a really cheap deal on this model. It’s very powerful on maximum setting and it does a great cleaning job on the cars. The three wheels on the bottom make moving the vacuum cleaner around the garage easy. The cable return spring is really powerful, far better than any other hoover I’ve had. This cleaner is an all round high quality item. Cons: It’s a fantastic quality hoover and really powerful, however I find that the hose quite often can hit the on off button and that is enough to switch the device off. The button needs to be a little bit stiffer in operation I think.Colin

This thing is great i had an older Kenmore model and it worked well for 8 years which i bought used and banged up. This one is way quiter moves easily making it seem lighter. The only problem i found was when my wife sucked a sock and it needed to be reset. The red button was broken so i opened it and reset from the inside. A little scratches.reconxlr

For five years my Kenmore top of the line vacuum did a great job but three months after the five year extended warranty ended it was beyond repair. I bought several cheep vacuums and they were a waste of money-all of them. So I did my research and I swallowed my pride and bought this model and it is not as expensive as the 1st one but it is a solid machine that does what I need and my leftover HEPA filters I stored work on this machine cleaning all the dust and doggy hair and dandruff so no one knows we have a dog in our house. This machine has fewer parts but it is a better machine, for example it maneuvers around the floor cleaning corners without needing to change tools. Also, it has a feature that automatically redirects suction whenever the floor cleaner gets blocked with a rug or other cloth etc,. This is a damn good machine if you have Asthma like I do. If this machine last 5 years it will be money well spent. Sincerelymcra2078

This Kenmore vacuum is a piece of Junk. I would give it zero stars but that is not an option. We had a Kenmore vacuum that was awesome for 20 years before it finally died. We thought we could buy the Kenmore BC4026 as a replacement. Wrong. The vacuum has been redesigned with none of the utility of our previous vacuum. The BC4026 is bulky and heavy making it difficult to get in tight to reach places. The end of the wand has a huge locking mechanism for attachments, which makes it impossible to vacuum along baseboards. I used our old Kenmore to vacuum the car interior, but the BC4026's handle is huge which makes it cumbersome to reach tight car interior spaces. Also, the hose swivel that attaches to the vacuum is not the L-shaped fitting shown on the box, so it does not swivel and keep a low profile like it should. This make maneuvering and storage of the vacuum difficult. They have plastic fittings on the BC4026's telescoping wand that make it difficult to extend. The old design was much better. Our old Kenmore vacuum was smaller and more streamlined with the same vacuum power making it more functional and a better design than the BC4026. Bottom line is that the BC4026 was not designed for its intended purpose of being a household vacuum.Michael

Overall this is a decent canister vacuum but the motorized vacuum head is of an ackward design. In order to vacuum more than a foot under furniture, you have to get down on your knees and move the motorized head in arcs left and right; the joint at which it attaches to the control handle prevents it from moving straight ahead without tilting up so that the agitator and suction end no longer makes contact with the carpet. If you move it to the left, the head may detach due to a poorly designed release lever on the left side; designed to make it easy to remove with your foot but making vacuuming under a bed a long and difficult process to get full coverage. I found myself having to reach repeatedly under the bed to retrieve the disconnected head. I was able to modify that release lever slightly by tightening the screw that attaches it but it is still an arduous task to vacuum under a bed; which was the main reason we bought a canister vacuum! You have to sweep in arcs and make sure you get coverage. This would be difficult for someone who has trouble laying down on their knees, pitching themselves forward and moving the wand back and forth in arcs. On the plus side, the "pet" motorized head is great for vacuuming carpeted stairs; no pet required to make good use of it.Jeffrey

I have back issues and cannot lift anything of any kind of weight so I bought this vacuum to keep on my first floor so I don’t have to lug my other vacuum (a Kenmore Progressive) up and down the stairs. I have hardwood looking laminate floors throughout and a very low pile rug in my husband’s office. I also have a couple of area rugs in my TV room. I didn’t need anything super heavy duty and I’ve always preferred canister type vacuums over uprights. I also didn’t want to spend a ton of money, but I wanted something of decent quality. I had seen another Kenmore model while shopping with a friend at BJs a while back; it was about $50 more and a Series 600, I think. I don’t have a BJs membership and I didn’t want to bother my friend so I started searching online and found this particular vacuum. I read the reviews and most were pretty good so I decided to give it a try. The biggest complaints that I read were that people prefer having the on/off switch on the handle rather than the canister itself and a number of people complained that the hardwood floor attachment is on the small side. One other complaint was that there is no place to store the attachments…the hardwood floor attachment fits into a spot on the topside of the canister, but there’s no place for the other 3-in-one piece. None of this bothers me at all. Having the on/off switch on the canister just takes a little getting used to. My other vacuum I had downstairs, which was a GE had the same setup. The smaller hardwood floor attachment is actually kind of nice; it fits more easily in between things without having to move furniture. As far as the other attachments, I just store them on the shelf in the closet where I keep the vacuum. It has great suction power and it’s very easy to switch from the hardwood attachment to the beater head when doing carpeting. I had my husband bring it upstairs where I have 3 bedrooms with wall-to-wall carpeting so I could try it out on higher pile carpeting…itworked great. My kitchen, living room and 4th bedroom are hardwood and it picked up everything. If you don’t have a lot of carpet, I would highly recommend this vacuum. For $199 it’s definitely worth it. It worked well on my carpeting, but given that it’s a lower series model I don’t know how well it would hold up to weekly vacuuming on a high pile carpet. This vacuum is exactly what I was looking for and I’m very happy with my purchase. My only complaint is the color…it’s very purple!CindyM

I am really impressed with how the vacuum head worked on the hard floor. We have dark hardwood floors throughout our home and 5 furry pets that drop hair at record rates! It is very easy to see if a vacuum cleaner is doing it's job well. We are very impressed with how well this vacuum picks up dust and hair. I have to tell you my favorite feature on this vacuum cleaner is the foot operated release for the vacuum head. This vacuum design is very well thought out. I like that I can just step on it and release the head so I can vacuum a smaller area or vacuum something that doesn't require the head. Because the power to the head is a direct plug through the tube you don't have to reach down and unplug the power to the head by hand. You can release it with your foot, vacuum the area and then plug it back in without missing a beat. It is really convenient and intuitive on how a person actually vacuums. Another thing I like is the canister doesn't turn over when you pull it with the hose. I have had multiple canister vacuum cleaners over the years and my number one aggravation with them is they roll over if you pull them from an angle or the side. This vacuum doesn't do that! It just turns easily and follows you. I love that! Finally, I like that there is a slot to slide the hose/tube/head into when you store the vacuum cleaner. Traditionally canister vacuum cleaners are kind of a pain to put away and store. They came up with a design that allows you to basically hook the head and canister together so they don't just make a pile in your closet. It is very smart.TruthReviewer

The Kenmore canister bagged vacuum 200 series is a very nice addition to clean your home. Assembly is very easy, and can be put together in 5 minutes or less. The vacuum includes a floor brush that can be stored on the canister of the vacuum and a 3 in 1 combination tool to clean nooks and furniture. I love that the vacuum comes with an easy adjustable switch to slide on the handle from floors to carpet. The handle extends so that tall people will not have to hunch over cleaning their floors. The power cord is retractable by pressing a cord rewind button. There is a suction control dial as well that allows you to change vacuum cleaner suction for varied fabrics and carpets. The vacuum also has the possibility of conserving storage space if desired. If you store the canister upright you can slide the lower wand into a U shaped storage hook. It does work great. The power cord is very long so you don't have to change multiple outlets to vacuum your home. The quick release button to transition from each attachment requires little effort. I also enjoy that it includes a HEPA media filter which captures 99.97% of particles down to.3 microns. As we have a beloved pet dog, pet hair can be an issue but with this amazing vacuum, I have no issues of pet hair left behind in the carpet or on the furniture. I highly recommend this great canister for all pet owners!Ellej

I have back issues and cannot lift anything of any kind of weight so I bought this vacuum to keep on my first floor so I don’t have to lug my other vacuum (a Kenmore Progressive) up and down the stairs. I have hardwood looking laminate floors throughout and a very low pile rug in my husband’s office. I also have a couple of area rugs in my TV room. I didn’t need anything super heavy duty and I’ve always preferred canister type vacuums over uprights. I also didn’t want to spend a ton of money, but I wanted something of decent quality. I had seen another Kenmore model while shopping with a friend at BJs a while back; it was about $50 more and a Series 600, I think. I don’t have a BJs membership and I didn’t want to bother my friend so I started searching online and found this particular vacuum. I read the reviews and most were pretty good so I decided to give it a try. The biggest complaints that I read were that people prefer having the on/off switch on the handle rather than the canister itself and a number of people complained that the hardwood floor attachment is on the small side. One other complaint was that there is no place to store the attachments…the hardwood floor attachment fits into a spot on the topside of the canister, but there’s no place for the other 3-in-one piece. None of this bothers me at all. Having the on/off switch on the canister just takes a little getting used to. My other vacuum I had downstairs, which was a GE had the same setup. The smaller hardwood floor attachment is actually kind of nice; it fits more easily in between things without having to move furniture. As far as the other attachments, I just store them on the shelf in the closet where I keep the vacuum. It has great suction power and it’s very easy to switch from the hardwood attachment to the beater head when doing carpeting. I had my husband bring it upstairs where I have 3 bedrooms with wall-to-wall carpeting so I could try it out on higher pile carpeting…itworked great. My kitchen, living room and 4th bedroom are hardwood and it picked up everything. If you don’t have a lot of carpet, I would highly recommend this vacuum. For $199 it’s definitely worth it. It worked well on my carpeting, but given that it’s a lower series model I don’t know how well it would hold up to weekly vacuuming on a high pile carpet. This vacuum is exactly what I was looking for and I’m very happy with my purchase. My only complaint is the color…it’s very purple!CindyM

I am really impressed with how the vacuum head worked on the hard floor. We have dark hardwood floors throughout our home and 5 furry pets that drop hair at record rates! It is very easy to see if a vacuum cleaner is doing it's job well. We are very impressed with how well this vacuum picks up dust and hair. I have to tell you my favorite feature on this vacuum cleaner is the foot operated release for the vacuum head. This vacuum design is very well thought out. I like that I can just step on it and release the head so I can vacuum a smaller area or vacuum something that doesn't require the head. Because the power to the head is a direct plug through the tube you don't have to reach down and unplug the power to the head by hand. You can release it with your foot, vacuum the area and then plug it back in without missing a beat. It is really convenient and intuitive on how a person actually vacuums. Another thing I like is the canister doesn't turn over when you pull it with the hose. I have had multiple canister vacuum cleaners over the years and my number one aggravation with them is they roll over if you pull them from an angle or the side. This vacuum doesn't do that! It just turns easily and follows you. I love that! Finally, I like that there is a slot to slide the hose/tube/head into when you store the vacuum cleaner. Traditionally canister vacuum cleaners are kind of a pain to put away and store. They came up with a design that allows you to basically hook the head and canister together so they don't just make a pile in your closet. It is very smart.TruthReviewer

The Kenmore canister bagged vacuum 200 series is a very nice addition to clean your home. Assembly is very easy, and can be put together in 5 minutes or less. The vacuum includes a floor brush that can be stored on the canister of the vacuum and a 3 in 1 combination tool to clean nooks and furniture. I love that the vacuum comes with an easy adjustable switch to slide on the handle from floors to carpet. The handle extends so that tall people will not have to hunch over cleaning their floors. The power cord is retractable by pressing a cord rewind button. There is a suction control dial as well that allows you to change vacuum cleaner suction for varied fabrics and carpets. The vacuum also has the possibility of conserving storage space if desired. If you store the canister upright you can slide the lower wand into a U shaped storage hook. It does work great. The power cord is very long so you don't have to change multiple outlets to vacuum your home. The quick release button to transition from each attachment requires little effort. I also enjoy that it includes a HEPA media filter which captures 99.97% of particles down to.3 microns. As we have a beloved pet dog, pet hair can be an issue but with this amazing vacuum, I have no issues of pet hair left behind in the carpet or on the furniture. I highly recommend this great canister for all pet owners!Ellej

Got this because my wife loves purple. No greater reason to buy a vacuum cleaner than the color. It works great on non-carpeted floors but is impossible to move on carpet. Good thing it's for a home without carpet. Everything works fine except the hose falls apart. You are vacuuming away and suddenly the head is on the floor and you are pushing an incomplete hose. I fixed that with a piece of masking tape around the top of the head piece. Shouldn't have to gerry rig a new vacuum in my opinion.No Body You Know!

I always used Bissell canisters for the easy conversion and parts sharing between machines(since we use them a lot). As Bissells age, the motors naturally get a bit less efficient, and that's expected. The Bissell Zing was a huge mistake. I had to duct tape all of the extension hose connections just to use it at all. Now I can't use it for small crevice jobs unless I rip it all off and retape constantly. It needs a click and lock function on the extension adaptors. It may not be as much of an issue as it ages and it can't lift a cotton ball, but new, it has suction that rips the plain plastic extensions that attach the heads, off onto the floor. I'm going to go with a more pricey manufacturer now. This Green thing is going in the garbage. I had a feeling the price was too good to be true. If you have a roll of duct tape and never plan on using the extensions and only use floor head, or never plan to use extensions and floor head, it will be fine for you and has great suction for that. If you need to ever use the floor features, it may be irritating and require taping. OH LOOK, MADE IN CHINA. Now everything makes sense.Brandy Lewis

I love the Bissell Zing. For the money it works very well. My only complaints are that it is all plastic. While it makes the vacuum light, its durability is questionable. Also the hose has no way of staying on to the floor tool. You push it on and hope for the best. I can see this being a problem in time and also a frustration. One other thing, the electric cord is very short. For the cost in todays world it is very good but you barley get what you pay for these days! My expectations aren't very high! I wish there was a company that would take pride in the fact that they give the consumer a well made product, at a fair cost, that would last longer then a year. I know, by doing this you wouldn't make huge profits but you would still make healthy profits and loyal customers! It would also help the environment with keeping waste at a minimum! Vacuum cleaners themselves should not be a disposable item, just their bags!Marian

Moved from Sweden to US a few months ago and was annoyed with the traditional vacuum cleaner we had here, having having to maneuver a heavy and loud motor and not being able to reach underneath furniture. Was driving me crazy and it felt like it was blowing out more dust than it picked up. The Tritan vacuum is very efficient and I was actually surprised by the high quality and power of the motor considering this is not a very expensive machine. It really does the job and with the included attachments it works for any cleaning need. The only downside to it is that I would have liked the electric cord to be a bit longer for better range, but it works well anyway. Many years ago there was a Swedish brand of Vacuum cleaners called "Elektrolux" and they had a slogan "Nothing sucks like an Elektrolux". I would change that now to "Nothing sucks like a Prolux". 🙂Anthony76

I really wanted to love this vacuum, but will have to return it, in spite of the suction being awesome. The suction is as good or better than my Shark vacuums. I needed a good HEPA canister vacuum that would work well on my hard surface floors, window shades/blinds and walls/ceilings. I was disappointed to find that even though there is a HEPA filter, the bags are not HEPA bags. I haven't determined, yet,if the vacuum is sealed well enough, to avoid dispersing dust back into the room. Additionally, the bristles on the hard floor brush are so stiff and scratchy, I am reluctant to use it on my hardwood floors. Unfortunately, none of my better attachments, from my previous vacuums, fit the Tritan. I need to be able to vacuum my walls and ceilings, but the floor brush is not suitable for that either. I would like to be able to comfortably (and safely) vacuum the tops of door frames and window shades and blinds, without using the extension tube. But , the stiff hose does not stretch and is too short to directly attach the dust brush and reach overhead, to the top of my door frames. Back to the drawing board for me, as the Tritan Canister is just not suitable for my needs.C.B.

I am 69 years old, so believe me when I tell you I have had many vacuum cleaners in my life, from a Kirby to a Miele to the less expensive uprights that just don't last. When I moved and left behind my latest upright as a gift to the buyer of my house, I had to find a new vacuum. One that would last. One that could suck up dog hair from my Australian Shepherd. One that was maneuverable and could also clean my truck's interior. When I saw the ad for the Prolux Triton I was taken by how absolutely cute it is. I love its retro looks, like a 50's space ship with chrome and a sleek shape. I love the design of the retractable cord, its maneuverability and the very very powerful motor. I now have a restored vintage house (circa 1900) which requires a strong machine to eliminate dust. I am very pleased with my Prolux Triton!!Vicki

I am a dog trainer and pet sitter, and cleanliness and sanitation is a top priority in my house. This vacuum has absolutely met all of my needs. The HEPA filter is a must! Pet dander can create a lot of dust, so I love that this Black + Decker model includes such a reliable filter. The wheels on the canister are large and roll easily from room to room. You can even adjust the suction power. When I'm vacuuming dog beds for crumbs and dust, I can turn it down slightly so the fabric doesn't get pulled into the nozzle, but when I'm vacuuming floors, I can turn it to full power and be done quickly. The canister bin is large – I can vacuum my entire home without having to empty it! It's a small thing, but I love the retractable cord, too!MistyKM

My nearly 20-year-old, full-size upright vacuum cleaner died some time ago. Since I bought that vac at a time when I lived in a large, fully-carpeted apartment that was all on a single floor, and I now live in a 3-story home with only two rugs in it, I decided to replace the old upright rather than try to fix it. After all, it was difficult lugging the old upright up and down the stairs and getting at around my home's narrow corners. What I really wanted was a lightweight, compact canister vacuum cleaner with plenty of suction and, hopefully, a quiet motor. I also wanted a vacuum that was easy to use for cleaning my minivan, which was quite a chore with the old upright, even with its hose and tools. Since my wife is asthmatic, it also needed to have a HEPA filter. This Black & Decker model seemed to fit the bill. As you can see from the unboxing photo, my daughter – 14 years old, 4'11" tall and about 100 pounds as of this writing – was able to lift the cleaner out of its box with ease. The manuals included (in several languages each) are pretty clear, but you may not even need them to do the basic assembly, as it involves just attaching the hose, wand and suitable tool to the end of the wand. The plastic thing at the tool end of the wand is a catch release for the wand extender. The third photo I took (I'm not sure what order the photos will appear in when the review is posted) shows everything you get: the power unit, hose, wand, vacuum head, tools and tool bag. I photographed them together to try to give you an idea of perspective. The first down-side I noticed with this vacuum cleaner is that there is no onboard storage for the tools. However, the next photo shows my solution to this problem. The tools come in a handy bag, and the bag has a cinch cord that's long enough to let you loop it around something and pass the bag through the loop. I used that to attach the tool bag to the handle on the main unit. Now my tools shouldn't get lost. This vacuum cleaner is, indeed, quite light. My wife (4'10" tall and with joint problems that make it hard for her to lift heavy items) had no trouble with it. My daughter then carried it up to her room for its first test (see photos). On the way up, we set the vacuum cleaner down on a step, just to see how easy it would be to use this vacuum cleaner to clean a stairway. It actually sits quite nicely, and the stairway in which we checked this has narrower steps than most, so this would seem to be an excellent cleaner to use on stairways, provided the stairway isn't too long. (Cord length could be an issue for some.) I was very interested to see how this model would perform on the rug in my daughter's room, as her rug has a very high pile, almost like an old shag carpet. It seemed to do just fine, although it's hard to be certain because her rug was fairly new and not very dirty. The pile did prevent her from easily pushing the head forward, but she could pull it backward with little trouble. Reducing the suction made it easier to pull, but still didn't allow for pushing, so back-and-forth vacuuming wasn't possible. I ended up turning the suction back to maximum, figuring that this would pull the most dirt out of a high-pile carpet. This model lacks a beater bar, which means it may not be as effective as a fancier model for pulling dirt out of higher-pile carpets. On the other hand, I think one might have to turn the beater bar off for this kind of carpet in order to avoid having it snag the long yarn strands. Your mileage may vary, as the saying goes. I was also pleased to report that this model is rather quiet, for a vacuum cleaner. It was much less noisy than our old upright was, and that upright was one of the quieter models available when we bought it (back in 2002 or so). You probably won't want to use it when the baby is sleeping — unless your baby likes the sound of vacuum cleaners — but you won't need ear protection when using it, either. My daughter and I were talking while she was testing it, and we had no trouble hearing each other, despite the fact that she was wearing headphones at the time. I expect at least decent performance on our other rug, which has a low pile. It would probably do fine on bare floors, too, but we generally stick to brooms and mops for bare floors. Emptying the dustbin is easy: Unclip the canister from the motor, press the latch that releases the lid for the bin, turn the handle and pull the bin assembly apart. This model is bagless, so it would be best to do this over a garbage can in order to avoid spilling the contents on your nice, clean floor. I will sum up this review with some pros and cons. Pros: – Lightweight – Compact – Quiet, for a vacuum cleaner – Powerful suction – Tools included – Perfect size for short people – Spring-loaded, retractable power cord – Small enough to rest on stairs while cleaning stairways – HEPA filter – Bagless, if you like the convenielebowitzit

This vacuum cleaner is an expensive piece of plastic junk. I purchased this in October. I doubt it will still be working by the end of this same year. This vacuum cleaner does not glide across the carpet or floor. You have to drag it back and forth. It takes twice as long to vacuum because of the effort and strength required to use this vacuum cleaner. I have a backache after using this vacuum cleaner. The crevice tool looks nothing like the picture of the woman holding it. The crevice tool is only about 4 inches long. The accessories look like they belong in a doll house. Changing from the floor nozzle to the accessories is difficult. The Black & Decker box said you have to buy replacement filters every 6-9 months to maintain suction. So, you have to continuously buy additional products to keep this vacuum working. I did not have to buy any replacement filters for my old vacuum cleaner from Bissell. I only needed to wash it periodically. I would not recommend this vacuum cleaner. I would give it zero stars if I had that option. I wish I could return it for a full refund, but no refunds once the box is opened. I strongly suggest potential buyers examine and test this vacuum cleaner at the store before buying. I certainly would not have bought it if I had the ability to try it out before buying. Let the buyer beware.Shopper

How quiet is this vacuum? I'll tell you. When I first moved into my condo, I was stunned at how well I could hear the vacuums of my downstairs and next-door neighbors, which meant that they would also be disturbed by my noisy vacuum as well. But from upstairs, I never heard a vacuum; all I could hear was an occasional gentle swishing that sounded like somebody was using an old-fashioned carpet sweeper, which I thought was unlikely, as they had a dog who shed a lot. I later became friends with those neighbors and started swapping pet-sitting duties with them when either of us would go out of town. That was when I discovered that the reason I never heard a vacuum from up there was because they owned a Miele canister vacuum. I would often use that Miele to vacuum up their dog's hair so they could come home to clean floors after a long trip, and I came to love that almost silent and easily-maneuverable canister powerhouse. I envied them having that Miele, but at the time, I had only recently (and regretfully) purchased a noisy and annoying upright vacuum, so I couldn't justify investing in a Miele so soon after buying the upright. But it didn't take long for me to lose patience with my vacuum, failing to see the point in its HEPA filter when you have to empty the dust receptacle after every cleaning, which then releases a certain amount of dust right back into the environment. It may seem handy that those types of bagless vacuums have parts that can be dismantled, removed and washed, but the downside is that those parts HAVE to be thoroughly cleaned on a regular basis to maintain their efficacy, which is a dirty, dusty and annoying undertaking. So, I finally chucked the upright and treated myself to this Miele model, and I couldn't be happier. It provides an extremely effective clean and requires no more than removing and disposing of a filled bag and inserting a new bag. Worth every penny!Willabella1023

When I purchased this vacuum, it was the best, most powerful vacuum I have every owned. However, after having only used it 8-10 times, it broke. The floorbrush stopped working. I called Miele and was shocked when they refused to honor their manufacturer warranty because it was not purchased at a Miele store. When I called the Miele store in my area for advice about the vacuum they stated that Miele products do not work well if you have pets. (they even said the pet vacuum they sell does not handle fur either) I was surprised by this but appreciated their honesty. Long story short, if you have pets and/or carpet this is not the vacuum for you. If you think you might ever need help with a part or need the assistance of their customer service dept, this is not the company for you. I sent a complaint to the better business bureau about them and sadly, found myself in good company with numerous other complaints about them. The Better Business Bureau rates them an F. It doesn't get any worse than that folks. Buyer Beware!melissa

If you like using a canister vacuum or are thinking of getting rid of a heavy upright or other vacuum, then this is the one to purchase if it meets your cleaning needs. I've had other much more expensive Miele canister models in the past with more bells and whistles, but as far as suction goes, every Miele canister vacuum has the same motor. I found this particular Miele model was the lightest and smallest Miele canister vacuum I've used making it extremely easy to operate and store and pull out whenever I need it for even the smallest of messes. I've done a ton of research on many brands and many different Miele models before making this purchase. When choosing the correct Miele canister vacuum it is all about your home and your cleaning needs. This model is perfect for hardwood floors and low-pile to mid-pile carpeting/rugs and everything above the floor. I'm pleasantly surprised how well the air driven turbo carpet nozzle cleans and how easy and light it is to push around on area rugs and wall-to-wall carpeting. Although the turbo nozzle isn't as wide as an electric power nozzle or upright vacuum's cleaning path, the turbo nozzle also has a great benefit of allowing it to reach in tight places like between chairs under beds and in-between many tight places and furniture. I recommend opening the air flow valve on top of the turbo nozzle and setting the motor speed dial on the canister NOT to the highest level when using the turbo nozzle on carpets and rugs. I have a cat and with these settings, the turbo nozzle really does a great job of picking up dirt and cat hair on my carpets & rugs and with minimal pushing and pulling effort on my part. For bare floor cleaning, use the included bare floor tool with the motor speed dial on the canister to the highest level. I find this Miele canister vacuum model is extremely easy to operate and works well if you use the correct settings. It is true that an electric powered carpet nozzle offered on other higher-end more expensive Miele canisters might work better for certain jobs, but with low-pile and mid-pile carpets like the ones I have and living in a relatively small home, this model is perfect choice for us and cleans extremely well. Also keep in mind that Miele models with the electric power nozzle have much heavier hoses, heavier hose handles that are awkward for above the floor cleaning/dusting, heavier carpet nozzles, and heavier wands that make cleaning more difficult because of the weight (especially when cleaning above the floor or carrying the vacuum to multiple floors). You will not have weight issues with this model. The only cons I have for this model is that even though it is a lower-end Miele canister with less bells and whistles than other Miele canister models is that it is still a Miele and it is kind of expensive, however you do get what you pay for and that is quality I can feel with every use and hopefully this quality will last for years (I believe the motor has a 7 year warranty from Miele). Also, the cord could be longer, the bags could be bigger and less expensive (however, I would never go with a bagless vacuum again because of the mess and dust seeping back into the air. Miele bags are of the highest quality), and it would be nice if the tools had a place for storage inside the canister, but this might make the weight of the vacuum heavier so I can easily live without on-board tool storage. Overall, I've tried and owned many other types of vacuums including bagged and bagless uprights / canisters with and without electric power nozzles, stick vacuums, and a central vacuum that was built into a house I once owned. By far, this has been the lightest and easiest to use vacuum I've owned and it far exceeds all of my cleaning needs and the canister is totally sealed locking in all of the dust and allergens (A sealed Miele is really terrific if you have allergies or don't want dust to resettle on your furniture after cleaning). At one time all Miele vacuums were made and assembled in Germany and that always meant great quality. Although this model is assembled in China, parts and design are from Germany. If you have multiple pets, a large home, lots and lots of wall-to-wall carpeting, and carpeting that is shag or high-pile, then this Miele model may not be for you…Rusty B

My original crossover died after 10+ years of use. I was devastated, as there are no longer any Sears stores to ship for appliances. I searched the he internet and found them on eBay!! I bought 2!! I personally hate carpet, but purchased this house 4 years ago, and although some floors are tile, and wood, there is still a considerable amount of carpet. Eventually it will be replaced, and the crossover will still work perfectly on solid floors! Couldnt be happier with my purchase I have always preferred a canister to an upright and the crossover does fabulous in both solid floors and carpet. I highly recommend this product.jaberth-77

This is to replace my first upright vacuum (a Dyson). I just never got used to it having decades of canister vacuum experience. The upright had good power and did floors very nicely but I had issues with the pull out extension. I considered other bagless vacuums but because I like the Dyson upright performance I opted to get this new CY18 canister and it is impressive. It has lots of suction and is one of the quietest vacuums I have owned. I can use the tools directly attached to the flexible hose handle which is what I wanted and it follows like a well mannered dog on a leash unlike my last canister was just the opposite and fought me every inch of the way. I vacuumed the whole house as soon as I got it and it's always surprising how much fine dirt these things pick up.g_ldboise

First, I should say that I am the mother of four fur babies, 2 cats and 2 big dogs. Then, when my boyfriend stays over on the weekends, he adds his 2 more dogs (one big and one small) to the mix. Between the 6 animals and my long hair, you can imagine how much hair is on my floors at any given time. For my entire life, growing up at home and after I moved out, I have always used a shop vac with a pool hose and a long metal pole with a brush head; which my dad created. We always hated the awkwardness of upright vacuums and the spinning heads just never worked on hard floors. After buying shop vacs every few years, because they are cheap and the motor blows, I decided to try the Dyson Cinetic Animal Canister. Thankfully, Dyson was offering $100 off; then with my BB&B coupon and cashback credit card bonuses, I ended up getting this thing for the same price as a normal vacuum costs. After one use, I completely fell in love with this machine! There are some flaws, but the good outweighs the bad in my book. Here are a list of pros and cons that I have encountered while using this machine over the past few months. Pros: • Whole-machine HEPA filtration and Certified asthma & allergy friendly! Woo no smells from the expelled air! My boyfriend really appreciates this aspect! He has horrible allergies, especially because of the cats. After purchasing this vacuum, he can breathe so much better at my house! • No filters to wash or buy! • Holy suction Batman! This thing is crazy powerful. • Suction release trigger for when it eats something it shouldn’t, like curtains. • Tangle free turbine tool worked so well that my boyfriend wanted to vacuum the cats with it! Don’t worry, I didn’t let him. This think works wonders on the carpeted cat-stle (what I call the cat castle or cat tree). • Long wand for hard to reach places. • Everything detaches so easily and the tools fit anywhere on the hose or wand. This makes it so simple to go from top to bottom, vacuuming everything in the room. I can do the ceilings, vents, fans, curtains, windows, base boards and floors! • 21.3 ft power cord and automatic rewind…amazing. • Light weight (because you are only having to lift the wand and attachments, not the entire machine. • Can get under furniture and those hard to reach places…like the ceiling! Good luck trying to get your upright vacuum on the ceiling….or the fans. • I don’t have carpet, and I don’t know who in their right mind would have carpet with animals, but the vacuum worked just fine on my low pile rugs. • Some people say that this thing is awkward to pull around because it is a canister. While that is probably true for someone who typically uses an upright, it is way better than the shop vacs that I have had. I don’t find this thing awkward at all, but I am use to pulling behind a canister. Cons: • Canister waaaaaay to small. To give you an idea, I vacuumed my 1400sq ft home, with one weeks worth of hair and needed to empty the bin 5 times. I wish it was bigger and held more. To combat this, I take my big janitor mop (the ones they use in schools), push it around the house for literally a minute. Then I vacuum. This allows me to pick up the hair and big debris (because my dogs have these big plastic bones that they chew) all at once so that I only have to empty the vacuum once. My boyfriend thinks that a vacuum that is so expensive should require no prep work, but I honestly did this with my shop vac too. It makes vacuuming so much easier and quicker. • Emptying the bin is not as simple as they make you believe. Yes, you push the button, but the door swings down and hangs in the way. The dirt gets all over the hanging door. Then you have to use the provided tool to unstick the hair from the sides of the canister, while the door flaps in your way. The instructions say to minimize dust/allergen contact, encase the bin tightly in a plastic bag. Well this doesn’t work because the above happens. I found the easiest way to empty the bin is to go outside to my large garbage can. • The combination tool is a horrible design. Instead of being two pieces, the small brush slides up and down on the thin wand. I wish the small brush was detachable, because when I use the thin wand to get in cracks (like between the couch cushions), the brush is in the way and the bristles get destroyed. • The wheels on the bottom of the canister roll ok, but for the ridiculous price of the machine, they suck. They should have used the same material as you would find on rollerblade wheels. • Instead of being power controlled, the rotating head rotates due to the suction. I wish there was a way to lock the head in place so that it does not rotate. It sucks up cat litter with no problem, but sometimes, it flings a few pieces out. I typically just detach the head and just use the suction. I think I might buy the alternate head that doesn’t spin. • I found the attachment storage to be random and awkward. There is a clip that you can put on the wand to FemaleCrow

Ok I broke down and purchased a Dyson after reading many positive reviews but to be honest this vacuum has not won me over in the last 9 months. The suction is adequate but I am not impressed with the turbo brush on carpets. I have hardwood floors with area rugs in most rooms and the articulating hard floor tool is excellent and mandatory for cleaning in my estimation. The cord is a good length and the tools are well designed and work well. I have to empty the bin once or twice while cleaning 1400 sq. foot home. I have come to dislike emptying the bin. The dirt and dust seems to cling to the bin like there is an electrostatic charge on the plastic and I have to use a paintbrush to get it moderately clean or wash it the sink to get it really clean. After a lifetime of using a bagged vacuum where you just change a bag I fear this bag-less vacuum is just not my cup of tea. I only wished I brought this back in the return timeframe and selected another brand/machine!Telrandy

I love canister vacuums so this is why I chose this model. I only have two oriental area rugs and the rest of my house is hardwood. This machine cleans both-You simply manually switch on the foot of the floor nozzle. Things I love: The filter system makes your house smell great! The suction is very powerful and there is a way to reduce it on the handle As you are vacuuming or on the canister in advance. The easy emptying dirt tank. Easy to rinse filters. Super long RETRACTABLE power cord. The handle has an ATTACHED dusting brush. Metal, very long extension wand. Things that would be nice: less heavy canister; a more detailed instruction booklet ( I figured out On my own I could reduce suction on the handle, And no explanation on how often you rinse filters). An on off switch on handle would be a great addition! Also my handle does not click into the extension wand as described in the user guide. I assume this is to make it easier to switch to dusting.Gail

I love the power of this vacuum and the extended wand. We have 10ft. ceilings and it helps get cobwebs. However, the cheap lightweight head is frustrating to use. The wand clip that allows you to adjust the reach broke after 6 months. I long for the days of the metal vacuums with heavy rubber head with brush!MamaTaxi59

This is really a great little vacuum! It’s powerful and light to haul around. Sometimes I accidentally suck up something like a water bottle cap, and it gets stuck. We just take it apart and run a broom handle in there and it comes loose. I love that it’s a bag and I can dump it all at once instead of every time I vacuum. Less dust! I would highly recommend it!Colleen

I'm a senior and grew up thinking that good quality appliances had to be big old heavy steel contraptions and I turned my nose up at plastic machinery as overpriced toys. But the power of this machine has me quite impressed. It does a fabulous job. I had a layer of dust on my basement staircase that was so thick and had been there so long it had actually matted and lay there like a layer of rough skin. This vacuum sucked it up with total ease. No choking or sputtering. No dust filling the air. It worked so well I did my other stairs and baseboards. The vacuum bag was so packed when I removed it I was surprised that the vacuum had not lost suction when in use. Excellent value. So just this one time set aside your plastic prejudice and feel confident that this is money well spent.pisces1129

I used this vacuum once. It is not good at sucking up whatever is in the carpet. Does not have a rotary brush. The cord storage under the canister is inconvenient. In my opinion this product is extremely overpriced and not worth buying. The company will not take it back as it has been used. How would a user know if it works well without using it?What a rip off.Jeanne R.