Kenmore Progressive Canister Vacuum with Telescopic Wand, Blue Moon White —
Although we installed an inhouse vacuum system, we realized that you still need a portable vacuum, so this replaced our aged and worn out Kenmore circa 1980's.
For the money, this vacuum seems well built. I tend now to use it more than the inhouse vacuum system. The attachments all snap under the cover, including the small vacuum head for drapes etc. They are somewhat hard to snap in and out, but not a big problem.
The vacuum has enough suction and the small head has more than enough.
Consumer Reports rated this vacuum very high, and you can certainly pay double or more for an upscale brand if you desire.
The cord retracts with a step on a large button on the unit and even the electrical plug is designed to be easy to grasp.
My one beef isn't with the vacuum, but with Sears. They show as optional items; bags and a crevice tool, so I assumed the vacuum didn't come with one.
The vacuum does come with a crevice tool, so don't buy another.
Bottom line; good value for the money.