Kenmore Progressive Upright Vacuum with Inteli-Clean System, Slate Blue Reviews


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4.34 of 5
(by 258 reviewers)
Rating Summary | 84% of reviewers recommend (217 out of 258)

Pros
  • nice long attachment hose (6)
  • going on 4 years and no maintenance yet (4)
Cons
  • bare floor wand doesnt store onboard (3)
  • doesn't edge (3)
  • no good attributes (2)
  • no suction through floor plate (2)
  • clogs easily (1)
  • door that shield the bag is hokey (1)
Most Helpful Favorable Review

My wife and I bought this 3.5 years ago and it still runs like new.  We've had roommates use it and bought one after we moved into our home.  The Inteli-Clean system actually works, however I don't have the patience to wait until the light goes green for pristine.

Posted on Apr 14, 2010
Most Helpful Critical Review

On Nov. 20.2007 I purchased a Kenmore Progressive Upright Vacuum cleaner and around April 10, 2010 I noticed a burning odor. After inspection I found the odor coming from the vacuum cleaner and noticed that the motor was emitting a visible electric current or arching. The repair center stated that the...

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Posted on May 17, 2010

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I purchased this vacuum 2 years ago and have hated it ever since.  Within a few months the furniture attachment was broken.  This was followed soon by the small piece of plastic that holds the hose and tools attachment together.  Now every time I use the tools attachment for my wood floor it disconnects and falls apart.  Now after only 2 years it is losing its suction strength.  We have examined the entire machine looking for an explanation but have found none. 

Posted on Feb 02, 2010

clogs waaayyyy to easy!

I don't recommend this vacuum if you have a family. It keeps clogging on me and I have to go over the carpet and pick up things like dirt and very small bits of wood around our fireplace. I have small children and it's not always possible to pick up everything especially items that find their way under beds that I don't see. My old vacuum didn't mind this stuff.

I am a Sears loyalist and love getting my appliances here but I won't get another Kenmore.

Posted on Sep 10, 2010

This is the heaviest vacuum I have ever used. It works if you go over the same spot 10 times or more.  I've owed it less than 6 months and now it is broken.   The wand falls out and drags on the floor while vacuuming. Carrying it up stairs is like moving a 10 ton elephant. If you are looking for a good reliable vacuum,  keep on looking, this is NOT it. 

Posted on Nov 25, 2009

The front wheels stick out far enough to prevent being able to vacuum along the lower edge of a wall, which means if you want to vacuum properly, you'll be down on your hands and knees using attachments connected to the hose to finish off what the vacuum cleaner doesn't do on its own.  Oh, and the attachments?  Well, there is no way to actually keep them attached to the hose short of using some duct tape.  They are either continually falling off, or even worse, FLYING off in all directions.  Totally unacceptable, and a big step backwards from the last vacuum cleaner I purchased.

The Handi-Mate...

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Posted on Nov 05, 2009

I was excited about this vacuum, because it had received such good ratings everywhere I looked.  Apparently, I got a real lemon.  The first couple of times I used it, it worked wonderfully, and got the carpets really clean. However, it quickly began making a loud roaring noise, and had no suction through the floor brush.  We took it in for service, and they pronounced it fixed.  The roaring was gone, but still weak suction.  The tools worked fine, but the main floor vacuum didn't pick anything up, and blew dust out the sides all over.  We returned it for service 3 more times, and each time...

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Posted on Dec 13, 2009

Intelligent

I bought my Sears Progressive Vacuum Cleaner  over a year ago. I really think the test of time is one of the best gauges for any review. I'll admit, the vacuum is heavy but I also have the assurance of good workmanship. Its not so heavy that I can't use it nor is it cumbersome. Ok, one year and I have had absolutely no problems with any parts. Its still working splendidly. There are enough tools  included that it really doesn't bother me to use one to get behind fixtures, close to edges, and I love the telescopic wand for blinds and ceilings. I use the small handi-mate Jr for steps and furniture....

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Posted on Feb 28, 2010

works for me!

I bought an older version of this model a few years ago...I had gotten very sick from vacuuming the "love bugs" that swarm twice a year in Florida.  I'm from Indiana (and back home for good now) and I used my brother's old Hoover to vacuum some of the bugs that got in the door as you went in or out, and the ones on the porch.  The blow-out on the old Hoover was terrible and I was in respiratory distress by that evening.  I got a pneumonia-like crud from breathing the toxic fumes from those bugs.  My next paycheck went for a new vacuum and I picked this Kenmore Progressive.  It has been great...the...

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Posted on Oct 04, 2009

I don't know how this machine got so highly rated.  It doesn't edge from either side of the machine.  It's horrible on bare floors.  The attachments seem to be just for show.

Posted on Jan 24, 2010

This vacuum does a great job & makes it fun

With the intelligent dirt sensing feature I know I'm getting my floor cleaned and not just putting lines on the floor. This is great for people with allergies as it really tells you where you need to spend more time vacuuming to collect all the dirt. The notification lights actually make vacuuming fun like back when you were a kid and had the toy vacuum's that lit up when you used them only now the goal is to get a green light so you know your floor is dirt free. I received this vacuum as a gift and I'm so happy about the gift givers choice in this model. This is a great vacuum I recommend it to... read full review »
Posted on May 13, 2009

Fantastic Machine

I bought this vacuum based upon the Consumer Reports rating and have not been disappointed. It picks up everything including dog hair. The direct drive has so much suction that the vacuum almost feels like it has a drive mechanism. This is a throwback to what Kenmore products used to be. Highly recommended!
Posted on May 02, 2009

Five stars.  Affordable.  But more importantly, a fantastic vacuum. 

My husband just received a bone marrow transplant, and it is uber-important to clean the carpet of all mold spores, dust, etc.  I researched vacuums for no less than 10 - 15 hours, and I am very happy with my choice.  It sucks very hard, and in fact -- we had to change the bag after our first use!  We are renting an apartment near my husband's treatment center, and it has old, dirty carpet.  You should have seen how great a job this vacuum did on the old, deep pile/shag carpet!  His life depends on cleanliness right now,...

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Posted on Oct 02, 2009

Excellent vacuum cleaner!

I ordered this vacuum cleaner based on the Consumer Reports review. What a terrific vacuum cleaner! Cleans as advertised, is quieter than many I have seen, cleans the carpets very well. Highly recommended for anybody who needs a good quality vacuum cleaner for general home use, and who doesn't want to spend a lot of money.
Posted on Apr 05, 2009

Super Sucker!

My girlfriend and I recently replaced our old Eureka with this model and couldn't be happier. The is a very powerful motor and does actually make our carpet stand up like new again. We also like the car attachment, which we also use for our poker table and other furniture. The other attachments are quite satisfactory as well. We had one issue though, but resolved it after some experience. The LED indicator lights stayed on across all dirt levels. We followed the instructions to clean the LED indicator in the base of the vacuum, but it does take several tries with a damp cloth to get this clean... read full review »
Posted on Apr 03, 2009

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