BC3005 Kenmore Bagged Upright Vacuum + Telescoping Wand

This vacuum is great! I have used it a handful of times and it does not disappoint. I like that it has HEPA filtration and everything that gets sucked up is contained in a bag. The suction is very strong and it has different modes for carpet types and hard flooring. It is definitely more annoying to use than a cordless vacuum because you have to pull it around but it works way better so to me it is worth it. It’s definitely not a quick spot clean type of thing to use but it gets the job done when you need a good clean. I also like that it has different attachments for different cleaning needs. You can vacuum furniture etc as well. Over all I have been very impressed with this vacuum even though my husband calls it “old school”.

I love this vacuum cleaner. I grew up with my mom and grandma using Electrolux canister vacuums, and they were able to keep their carpet in mint condition for decades. When we got new carpet in our house, I did my homework and decided to give this vacuum a chance. PROS: I love that I can easily move between carpets and hardwood using only the controls in the handle. I fear I have now become dependent on this feature! I have vacuumed our fairly large house very regularly for the past year and I somehow haven't had to change the bag (so I have never actually seen the bag light come on, though I have checked the bag many times). I have kids, and the pet attachment works really well for cleaning under the couch cushions, in the car, etc. I also like how far the arm extends - good for cleaning cobwebs off my ceilings, and I even used it to retrieve a lost ball over the fence! The suction is also great (so great that the brush roller did completely suck out the fibers on one of my mattresses... oops). There is an auto stop safety feature that has saved me a few times - but it did confuse me the first time it happened because I thought the vacuum had died. CONS: Whoever designed the wheels for this vacuum had never vacuumed before. They are very large and only move in one direction, making the vacuum harder to maneuver than it needs to be. Swivel wheels would be much better. I love the light on the front of the vacuum head, but it only comes on when I am in carpet mode. I would like for it to come on when I am doing hard surfaces too. I also wish there was a light on the handle for when I am cleaning out my car using one of the smaller attachments. I don't love a few of the attachments, though I do like how they are all stored within the vacuum. It's neat that the crevice tool is stored for convenience on the vacuum handle but, BUT I don't understand why the tool has holes in the sides, as it loses suction. All said, I do not regret buying this vacuum. It is actually a delight to clean my house with it. And it is still going strong after 1 year of frequent use.

I switched from using a cordless, rechargeable Dyson to this. There are many things I like better: works better, caniste/bag/filter keeps things tidy when emptying, doesn’t die as it’s corded, and it clearly has much more power. The tools that come with the vacuum are great, I especially like the attachment for spot cleaning furniture and carpet - it does a great job of removing pet hair. Versatile settings for both carpet and hardwood/tile was a must for me, and this vacuum truly delivers on that and your ability to control settings of suction and closeness of roll to the floor. I do find myself getting annoyed with having to carry around a canister in addition to the vacuum. It is kind of weighty and the wheels aren’t exactly designed for efficiency. Overall, I am happy with this vacuum, I just wish there was a smaller/lighter model that still had the same power and worked as well! I feel like the value of this vacuum is on par with others on the market, and I think this one is going to last for years to come.

First let me say I have been a 50 yr supporter of Kennmore products as has been my family. So, when my previous kennmore canister vacuum expired after several years of rugged use (teenagers & dog), it was a no brainer for me to replace with another one of the same type. It arrived swiftly and was gladly received with enthusiasm to get to work. Functioned terrifically....hardwood floors, area carpets, great suction and power for pet hair. Very pleased. But then...after only one months use, the hose detached/seperated from the canister in a way it wasn't designed to. I attempted to reassemble. Plugged it and turned on. Sparks flew like crazy. Scary! Amazon was great about returning it and sending a replacement. Two months later, exact same thing happened to the replacement. My husband attempted to gently reassemble and once again, sparks flew like crazy. Dangerous to say the least!!! Came back to my transaction account on Amazon to see what the next step might be. Apparently Amazon only makes good on one return. After that, I was directed to the manufacturer...Kennmore. At this point, they are not sending a replacement. They are going to send me a new part. However the part is out of stock and on back order. Actually, the part they are sending goes to another model, I was told but it's the same for both models but might be a different color. May be on back order for one month and if not received by then, call them back. In the meantime, my house is full of pet hair from my large Labrador shedding his winter coat. I asked about just having a whole replacement instead but according to what I was told, the whole vacuum is also on back order. I have to wait for the part and if it doesn't come, then they will decide how to handle it next. Really, this is a huge issue for me. I can't give the vacuum itself a good review since both of them broke in the same way. There must be a weakness or defect in the product. I also can't say Kennmore has been good to work with either. 4/28/24 I just came back on here to check if there were any follow-up comments by either Amazon or Kenmore as I sometimes see when I read a review that gives a low rating. No comments, but I decided to read some of the other poor reviews while I was on the site. I wish I would have read them first!! I am having the exact same problems....the hose connection, the burning and sparks. I never read the reviews, because as I initally wrote, I have been a Kenmore product user for at least 50 yrs and my family before that even....( washers, dryers, stoves, refrig, freezer - actually have a 43 yr old Kenmore chest freezer in my basement working beautifully, vacuums and probably other things too). So, I figured it was a no brainer, no need to read the reviews. What a mistake. 5/30/24 So the new hose/part arrived about a week ago, maybe a week and a half. Due to illness I didn't get to try it out right away. Able to get to business today. Surprise, surprise....the new part does NOT work. Looks just like the part that failed. Although the representative did tell me the replacement would not be the one that went to the model I purchased, but one that went to a similar model that used the same hose. Well....apparently not!! At this point, I do not know who to contact anymore. I am now at 6 mos past origional purchase. When/if I finally get through to customer service today, will they say time has expired and I am past warranty date?? So, $348.15 down the drain!?? I will repost an update after today with the results. By now, I should be sent a refund, obviously another new machine will not solve the problem since it seems this model is defective.

Best vacuum could ask for. Could have a bit wider hard floor brush, but the suction makes up for it. Love the on and off switch on the handle. Has suction control on handle also. Has a really nice long cord, retracts about average, works best if guided in. Hands down a canister vac that plugs in is so much more superior than those expensive battery models with the small dust collector cups and wand on this is much lighter than a stick vacuum. Lightweight and sturdy.

Great little vacuum! I read various reviews at all price points before finally making a purchase. Years ago, I had an Electrolux that I loved but could no longer get parts for it. I have gone through several uprights since then, mostly bag-less. I was never satisfied with the suction, durability, or attachments. I also didn’t really want to invest quite as much as my original Electrolux as nothing seems to last as long as it used to. This little vacuum is not as heavy in comparison, but that’s not a bad thing! It’s easy to maneuver and light to carry. The suction may not be quite a strong, however, it picked up a large amount of dust/debris from my carpet immediately after using my upright first. The bag is large enough to not need frequent changing, which is saying a lot for my family of 5 and a husband that works outside. I purchased it in May, vacuum twice a week, and have changed the bag only once so far. We have 50/50 hard floor vs carpet in our home. I absolutely love the hard floor attachment and pet fur attachment, which I use on my couch and chairs once a week. The longer cord length means I only unplug once for my home (~1800 sq ft). The height of the vacuum is easily adjustable, which is great since I’m on the short side while my kids are tall. The filter is easily removable for fast cleaning, too. The carpet attachment does sometimes rotate when I don’t really want to it to, but it’s also very easy to maneuver and fits all the way under my couches. I am very satisfied with this purchase so far and highly recommend it if you’ve been searching for a more versatile vacuum with the perks of improved suction over an upright. Performance is as close to the Electrolux that I have found so far, and at a fraction of the price.

I've been using Kenmore pet-friendly canister vacuums for many years and still use them despite their imperfections. Pros: Very strong suction, double motor for extra power, power brush for pet hair (we have a lab who sheds tons of hair), several other attachments included, it's easy to get under furniture and it has an extra long power cord. Cons: The biggest con is that the base motor dies after a few years no matter how you use it. It can still be used with one of the included attachments, but they're not nearly as effective as that double-motor base. The pop-up brush does annoyingly pop open constantly but some tape fixes that. It's not perfect but if you're willing to buy a new one every six or seven years, you won't be disappointed with this vacuum.

I have used Kenmore canister vacuum cleaners for 50 years. This is the third one I have purchased. This model is not as good as the first two models I have owned. On this model the oversized plastic collar designed to be the attachment point for the various attachments is so large as to prevent vacuuming under some of my furniture. Now, I have to take the Swiffer and get the debris from under the low furniture before I vacuum. The older models did not have these bulky plastic collars at the metal hose joints, thereby easily fitting under the sofas and chairs. The older models' hard floor tool swiveled easily to adjust to vacuuming shoe moldings and baseboards. This new one is rather stationary with a very slight tilt up-down which is not easily controlled. The pet hair tool is not jointed so it is easily positioned on the furniture, but is a straight extension of the hose, making it awkward to get the job done. The plastic hook, designed to hold the hose while being stored, broke during the first 6 months of use. On the last model I owned, this feature lasted in excess of 20 years. I appreciate the good suction and the HEPA filtration system. Overall I am a bit disappointed. I think they have "improved" it to the point where it is just not as good as before.

I bought this last year during Prime Days; I wanted to wait for close to a year to see how dependable and functional this canister vacuum is. This is my 3rd Kenmore and I have been VERY happy with the brand, and the way it has performed. Over the years, I can see that there have been slight re designs of some of the vacuum components, and noticed that upon reading the owner's manual, that there are some new recommendations for storing this vacuum. Notably, they want you to disconnect the vacuum hose both from the canister itself and from the wand. That way, there is no stress on the hose joints (which has been a problem in older models). As far as suction goes, this vacuum is terriffic. I have been using the HEPA bags, which help to cut down on allergens, and so far, 1 year in, everything is great. From my end, I would highly recommend.

The suction and brush are stronger than my Miele ever was. Brushes and sucks up dog hair and dirt exceptionally well. More cumbersome than my Miele was but surpasses in cleaning.

UPDATE: now that I have used this for a bit there are a few things i find cumbersome - The hose to the vacuum while really sturdy for older people could be a tripping hazard as it is not to easy to move - the vacuum itself while great doesn't follow so easy and getting around corners it gets stuck and the power head on the wand is rather large and cannot get into smaller places so find myself using the pet tool or just the bottom of the wand but doesn't work that well plus the power head does not work great on stairs so have to use the pet tool on those. The sunction IS AMAZING - though it may sound like i am complaining I am not but people should know these things if going to purchase and have LOTS of stairs. Ok the only thing I can say about this vacuum is AMAZING the suction is adjustable and has great suction!!! Easy to put together and use I was hesitant but am so glad I purchased this vacuum my carpets look like freshly laid. I have two cats and the pet tool is absolutely perfect

UPDATE: YES get the Miele, it is a lot of plastic but it follows you around not you dragging it around. It is lightweight and works 10/10. Don't let anyone but you use it, they just won't understand. ORIGINAL: I got the purple pet one. It is convenient to have all the accessories on it but... it's so heavy and bulky, the pet attachment is already broken. There is so much bulky plastic on it, you cannot just take off the brush and quickly vacuum in the corners, you have to reattach another brush since the telescopic wand is so big. The suction is okay but the brush is too powerful and gets stuck on normal flat carpeting and must be reset. I dislike vacuuming so much and this machine just makes matters worse. Now I am stuck with it at least for another year when most products decide to give up anyway. I suppose the bright side is that we do not have to keep our appliances for 10 or 20 years anymore, they would never last that long. I also wonder if the people making vacuums have ever actually used a vacuum in their lives...

I purchased this Kenmore 600 Series Canister Vacuum Cleaner back in July. I generally like to use an item that is a little more on the high end (pricewise) for a little while before I do a review. My reasoning is that I want to make sure it works and doesn't disappoint me a few weeks or even a month after I buy it. I absolutely love it! I've always liked using a canister vacuum as I prefer that style over an upright one and I like the Kenmore name and I have been happy with the brand. The suction is incredible. I love that it has a feature where you can increase or decrease the suction with a slider so if you are about to suck something up into the hose, you just move the slider to the least amount of suction and it will let go. LOL! This feature is nice for smaller area types of rugs so you can decrease the suction as the beater bar comes near to the edge of the loose rug which would prevent it from getting sucked up. I did mention that there IS a lot of suction. It has onboard attachments and the little door pops open by the touch of your foot when you want to swap them out and it has a tiny light that comes on. It comes with a nice size beater bar for doing your carpeting and you can exchange it for a floor attachment if you wish. It also has an extended wand feature which helps to reach higher places when needed. I also have to comment on the purple colour. It's absolutely beautiful. I'm quite happy. I try to take extra care of it because it's so lovely to look at! There is a HEPA filter etc... By the way, with regards to my previous Kenmore vacuum (it was an Elegance in Spring Green) I am able to use those bags in this vacuum. I'm probably leaving something out but off the top of my head that's what I wanted to convey. I would recommend this vacuum.