Back to Kenmore 200 Series Corded Canister Vacuum Cleaner Bagged Blue (BC4002)

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3.74 out of 5stars
(27 reviews)

Most helpful positive review

5.00 out of 5 stars review
Verified Purchaser
08/05/2021
I'm Sold
This vacuum is lighter than my 20 year old Kenmore. I see why Consumer Reports still rates Kenmore highest. Picks up lint and litter all the way to corners. Just enough attachments. I'm sold! The only reason I would buy a different model is for the upholstery beater brush, but the one from my old Kenmore works fine.
Paige

Most helpful negative review

1.00 out of 5 stars review
Verified Purchaser
05/19/2021
Don't buy
I didn't even bother to plug it in. It's of such poor design and quality. Honestly with that tiny oddly shaped bare floor tool it would take forever to vacuum. The upholstery brush is not like pictured. It's just a piece of plastic with no bristles. What happened to Kenmore? Everything is cheaply made to break. I miss the quality you got 30 years ago.
CharlesTownWVShopper
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  • 5.00 out of 5 stars review
    Verified Purchaser
    08/01/2023
    Good suction. Light weight. Very pleased.
    Unknown
  • 1.00 out of 5 stars review
    Verified Purchaser
    05/11/2023
    Died after 8 months.
    Died after 8 months (within warranty). Walmart no help.
    Daniel
  • 2.00 out of 5 stars review
    Verified Purchaser
    12/04/2022
    Did not like the hard floor tool. I bought a canister vacuum specifically for the hard floor tool and it is very small and cheaply made. The vac seems cheaply made overall.
    regina
  • 5.00 out of 5 stars review
    Verified Purchaser
    09/22/2022
    A good value
    I like that the vacuum is not heavy and that it seems to pick up the dirt from my carpet
    merle
  • 4.00 out of 5 stars review
    Verified Purchaser
    08/12/2022
    Good product, with some minor storage problems.
    Floor brush needs to be wider, with thicker brushes. Storage for the dusting brush
    Marge
  • 3.00 out of 5 stars review
    Verified Purchaser
    05/22/2022
    Pretty good machine.
    Suction is great; in fact it's so strong it pulls the brushes of the accessories inside out which is a bit annoying. The cord needs to be pulled ALL the way out or it will ooze back in as you vacuum. Personally, I could use a floor accessory since I have wood floors not wall to wall carpet. The one provided is heavier and more than I need.
    sharprone
  • 4.00 out of 5 stars review
    Verified Purchaser
    05/13/2022
    Nice entry level canister Vacuum
    So far it's good, just used it twice, attachments work good for getting in corners. It's our first canister vacuum and were finding it a little awkward carrying it and moving it around.
    Russ
  • 3.00 out of 5 stars review
    Verified Purchaser
    01/01/2022
    Does the job
    Two dislikes 1. I miss the light on the Power Mate that I had on my other vacuum and 2. I miss the complete unit shut down switch on the handel that I had on my other vacuum. other than that it is OK
    Russell
  • 1.00 out of 5 stars review
    Verified Purchaser
    11/02/2021
    Don't buy
    Broke before a year was up. The tube connected to the handle completely broke, not even a year old. Piece of junk.
    Cami
  • 5.00 out of 5 stars review
    Verified Purchaser
    08/05/2021
    I'm Sold
    This vacuum is lighter than my 20 year old Kenmore. I see why Consumer Reports still rates Kenmore highest. Picks up lint and litter all the way to corners. Just enough attachments. I'm sold! The only reason I would buy a different model is for the upholstery beater brush, but the one from my old Kenmore works fine.
    Paige
  • 5.00 out of 5 stars review
    Verified Purchaser
    06/03/2021
    Pleasantly surprised
    Lightweight but powerful. Easy to maneuver. Visually attractive. Attachments from a deceased Kenmore Progressive fit and work on this vac, including the motorized Petmate brush roll for upholstery and a wider floor attachment. No headlight, so turn on room lights and/or keep a flashlight handy. Wand a bit short, but not much. Easy release for the wand. On/off switch on canister, so switch to Floor setting when moving between rugs or rooms. Got it recently so no comment on lifespan. Good value. Very pleased with this purchase. Recommend.
    Barbara
  • 1.00 out of 5 stars review
    Verified Purchaser
    05/19/2021
    Don't buy
    I didn't even bother to plug it in. It's of such poor design and quality. Honestly with that tiny oddly shaped bare floor tool it would take forever to vacuum. The upholstery brush is not like pictured. It's just a piece of plastic with no bristles. What happened to Kenmore? Everything is cheaply made to break. I miss the quality you got 30 years ago.
    CharlesTownWVShopper
  • 5.00 out of 5 stars review
    Verified Purchaser
    04/19/2021
    Really sucks!
    Got this to replace a Panasonic canister vac that died and it completely outperforms the Panasonic. Extra long cord, well thought out controls, great engineering and construction. Awesome value for the price!
    Darryl
  • 1.00 out of 5 stars review
    Verified Purchaser
    04/12/2021
    Poot qualiyty
    This item was sold as new. I used the item twice. Plastic hose bracket broke and rear wheel came off. I am sending item back very unhappy with the product. Do not recommend for purshased
    keave
  • 4.00 out of 5 stars review
    Verified Purchaser
    03/24/2021
    Kenmore
    Raising or lowering the levels is a poor process and dragging it around in small areas is a pain but works well for steps and places your full size upright doesn't work better.
    kirk
  • 4.00 out of 5 stars review
    Verified Purchaser
    02/08/2021
    I love Kenmore vacuums. I've owned this a year now. I love it. It works great. My only cons are I wish the on/off switch was on the handle not the tank. I clean more than one house in a day and try to go fade but I keep hitting the button some how abs it shuts off. I also wish the tools were in the compartment on the tank. They fall off all the time. Also, for some reason my cord goes in the tank on its own and unplugs all the time. Thank goodness I got the warranty.
    Andrea
  • 5.00 out of 5 stars review
    Verified Purchaser
    01/25/2021
    Kenmore forever!
    Having grown up with Kenmore vacuum cleaners, I took clean floors for granted. Until on recommendation I bought a new, fancier brand. After struggling with it for two years and having my house practically turn into a ball of pet fur, I put it in the garbage. Two trips through with my new Kenmore, and my house feels like my house again! Thank you, Kenmore.
    Tina
  • 5.00 out of 5 stars review
    Verified Purchaser
    01/23/2021
    Like vacuum but has cheap hard floor attachment
    I really like this vacuum. The only negative is the hard floor attachment. If you don't hold your arm down alongside your leg, the plastic head scrapes the tile. My old Hoover vacuum attachment had lots of bristles and went completely around the edges so the plastic never touched the floor. This attachment is cheaply made and a big disappointment because my house is about 60% tile. But, I still gave it 5 stars because everything else about it is great.
    Prescott3
  • 2.00 out of 5 stars review
    Verified Purchaser
    01/12/2021
    Not up to standards
    Vacuum worked well, but dust seemed to come through the bag and filter. You can actually see dust come out the exhaust when you turn it on. Bags cannot be found in stores and have to be ordered. Worst part is the vacuum lasted right at one year(it is only warranted for 1 year)and the motor began to burn up. Since Ive never had a vacuum last such a short time, I saw no need for an extended warranty, now I am needing to replace it. If this were a $50 vacuum I would not be surprised, but something that costs over $200 should last a few years. I guess the Kenmore name is not as reliable as it once was.
    Dolan
  • 4.00 out of 5 stars review
    Verified Purchaser
    01/10/2021
    Recognized, esteemed name.
    It's doesn't seem as strongly constructed as my previous vacuum; ie I'm not sure how sturdy it will stay. But, it works well, is maneuverable for a smaller framed person and has appropriate adjustments. I really haven't used it enough to form a valid opinion.
    auntjj1