Vacuum cleaners

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Comment:

I had my previous Kenmore canister vacuum cleaner for 11 years and loved it. I have two cats and 4 birds and the previous Kenmore worked so well that when it came time to buy a new one I went straight for the Kenmore Intuition. It has been nothing but a disappointment for the past 4+ years. Constantly needs repairs. Terrible design in that the bare floor head that comes off the beater does not direct particles into the hose but actually pushes the particles away from the hose making it harder to get the floor clean. Clogs extremely easily compared to my previous Kenmore. And sometime in the first 3 or 4 months suctioned power reduced markedly despite changing the filters. I paid so much for the Intuition that I tried to hang onto it as long as I could, but alas I've been vacuuming with a handheld Shark for the past 5 months and have finally resigned to the inevitable; I will be purchasing a new vacuum cleaner and it will NOT be a Kenmore. Never again.

How long have you owned it:

More than six months

Bottom Line

No, I would not recommend this to a friend.

Comment:

I have three cats and my old vacuum began losing suction after 9 long years. After much research I opted for this model because of its good reviews. But mostly I purchased it because it offered a two-part powerhead that is very effective on carpeting and excellent on hardwood floors and tile, too. In addition, the powered mini-brush head has saved me so much time cleaning upholstery; for this reason alone I think I would buy this model again if given the option. The cord although adequate does seem a bit shorter than I wish but I don't find that to be worth detracting from the models value.

How long have you owned it:

One-to-three months

Bottom Line

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend.

(1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

Comment:

Yes, the top-of-the-line Sears Intuition canister vacuum has very good suction. I understand that it would rate well when tested and compared to other vacuums.<br /><br />However, be prepared to take it to a Sears repair center often. In fact, I had to take mine so often, and repairs took so long, that I needed to buy a backup vacuum, which, not coincidentally, was another brand. <br /><br />This vacuum is used on only one floor of my house, approximately 1200 square feet. It is used only every 7-10 days. It is 4.5 years old and has been to the Sears repair center 10 times. If I had not purchased a 5 year service contract, I would have given up on this vacuum years ago. You name it, it has broken. Wheels on the undercarriage of the powerhead have come off twice. The hose has twice broken where it attaches to the handle with controls. The electric cord lost its ability to retract. Entire motor went out twice. Plastic housing on main canister cracked badly and had to be replaced. I am very meticulous about changing the bag and filter often.<br /><br />Consumer Reports is doing a disservice to keep rating this vacuum so highly. I know they have heard from a number of consumers about the frequency of repair woes on the Sears Intuition vacuum. If it tests impressively, but does not hold up well, as testified by many cunsumers, is it really a great vacuum? I don't think so. I won't buy this vacuum again and I would not recommend it. When I need to replace it, I am moving to a Miele or a Dyson.

How long have you owned it:

More than six months

Bottom Line

No, I would not recommend this to a friend.

By anonymous

User has 2 Days of experience with this product

Overall, excellent for the price!!! LLove it!! Cant stop using it. 5 stars*****

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