Kenmore Intuition Bagged Upright vs Sanitaire Professional Upright with Tools
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Quick take: The Sanitaire Professional Upright with Tools costs $10 less.
| Spec | Kenmore Intuition Bagged Upright | Sanitaire Professional Upright with Tools |
|---|---|---|
| Price | ~$170 | ~$160 |
| Type | Upright | Upright |
| Suction | Not disclosed | 10 A |
| Battery | Corded | Corded |
| Navigation | — | — |
| Filtration | Dual HEPA with AllergenSeal (99.97% to 0.3 microns) | Bag plus filter, disposable dust bag (Style BU) |
| Cordless | No | No |
| Bagged | Yes | Yes |
| Noise | — | 77 dB |
| Dustbin | 3 L | 3 qt |
| Water tank | — | — |
| Self-empty dock | No | No |
| Auto mop washing | No | No |
| Hot water washing | No | No |
| Obstacle avoidance | No | No |
| Carpet detection | No | No |
| Auto mop lifting | No | No |
| Multi-floor mapping | No | No |
| App control | No | No |
| Dimensions | — | 14.8 x 7 x 31.25 in |
| Weight | 14 lbs | 13.8 lbs |
| Warranty | 1 year | 1 year |
Pros & cons
Kenmore Intuition Bagged Upright
- ✓Sealed bagged HEPA filtration at a fraction of Miele money
- ✓No Touch bags self-seal and eject — zero dust cloud on disposal
- ✓Two-motor design keeps carpet suction strong as the bag fills
- ✓Lift-Up pod detaches for stairs and above-floor cleaning
- ✓LED headlights and 30 ft cord
- ✓Six bags (about a year's supply) in the box
- ✗Only a 1-year warranty
- ✗Proprietary bags are a recurring cost and only fit Kenmore
- ✗Top-heavy with the pod mounted high — feels tippy on stairs
- ✗Short hose limits above-floor reach
- ✗No brushroll shutoff switch for delicate rugs
Sanitaire Professional Upright with Tools
- ✓Lighter than Sanitaire's Tradition uprights at 13.8 lbs
- ✓Onboard crevice tool, upholstery nozzle, and extension wand included
- ✓30 ft cord covers a large area before replugging
- ✓5 height adjustment settings for different carpet pile
- ✓Cheaper than the Tradition line at $159.99
- ✗Only a 1-year warranty, shorter than Tradition's 2 years
- ✗Small 3-quart bag needs frequent changes in commercial use
- ✗No published CFM/airflow figure
- ✗Lighter-duty build than the Tradition line — not meant for heaviest daily commercial use