Kenmore 23613 Progressive PowerMate Bagged Canister Vacuum

Pros: Handy attachements, HEPA filter, light, easy to use
Cons: Regular price is a little high, try to get it on sale!

I bought this vacuum to replace a new Hoover windtunnel upright that I bought a few weeks ago. The upright had been a poor choice for me since I have 98% hardwood floors in my house - the other 2% would be a rug with fringe that the upright liked to ...

Pros: Fully rotating hose, indicator light
Cons: Not enough power, tools are cheap, cheap, cheap

About 8 yrs ago I purchased my first Kenmore Progressive Vacuum from Sears for $300. There were several things I about it that I didn't like but it did have the power I needed to keep up with my German Shepherd's shedding issues. So last winter when ...

Pros: Great suction. Great attachments.
Cons: Heavy. Small bag needs frequent changing.

I have 5 furry little creatures in my home, so I need a SERIOUS vacuum cleaner! This picks up pet hair very well, as well as other types of dirt and dust. It has very strong suction strength. This vacuum is great, and I've had quite a few, including an Orek.
I'm quite rough on a vacuum and this thing is close to indestructible!

Pros: Cleaning ability
Cons: Dependability / life expectancy

Great suction. Nice form factor and attachments. Dependability is questionable under normal use (1-2 per week). Fuse blew after 3 years, $5 part is fairly easy to replace. Auto shut-off that saves motor shuts vacuum down intermittently even with new bag and new heap filter. Swivel head has come loose. My mom's 1980 Electrolux is still going strong. My $60 Eureka upright has lasted 10 years. If you want a vacuum that will last you may want to go with a premium brand, I think all Kenmore vacs have the same life expectancy.