Thank you for this video. Your analyses helped me decided to buy the Kenmore model. One suggestion for your reviews; indicate where on/off switches are located, for example, whether they are at the top of the wand or located on the cannister body.
Does the canister have a hook or clamp on it to secure the wand, hose and head of the 600 to the canister when it’s stored standing upright so it takes up less space? None of the photos I’ve seen show this. How much storage space does it take up in a closet compared to an upright Kenmore model? I’m thinking that perhaps the hose and head could be hung from a hook on the wall if it can’t be secured to the back of the canister…
There's no hook, but you could hang the hose from a U shaped bracket you install in your closet. It does take up a bit more space than an upright, but I like your thinking.
I liked the Kenmore canisters of the past... I had several of them....I can't speak for current versions...here were the issues I had with them: After about 2 years... the quick disconnect wand/handle would short out....give or take 2 years... every time without fail it would eventually happen... another thing... the bags don't have a gasket...so dust would leak from the bag into the bag chamber.... and the vacuums were not sealed.. .meaning there is a HEPA filter, but the exhausted air goes out different places....through the HEPA....out through the cord area or wheels...so the HEPA filter was pretty useless...again... these might have changed....but they really look like the same design to me.
@@vacuumnerds Right but I'm talking about the way the bag slides onto the collar.... instead of having a gasket on the bag opening...Kenmores have a built in gasket... what would happen is it never made a super tight seal... so matter how good the bags you were using... there would inevitably be dust in the bag chamber itself because of that gasket... that's what I was talking about... If someone is using a HEPA bag the bag chamber itself should stay spotless with no visible dust.... that was what I was wondering about... thanks
My Kenmore powermate lasted over 30 years. cleaned worse farm dirt. accidently went into deep end of pool. dried out and went back to work good as ever. Thinking of one of these as a replacement but are they as good as my old powermate?
30 year? WOW! I doubt you'll get 30 years from these, but the 600 seems as well built as my early 2006 model. Only time will tell. I think if you want long term reliability, and are willing to pay 3X the Kenmore, you are looking at a Miele.
@@vacuumnerds purchased the 400 model as open box on amazon at a really good price, Am in my 70s so this should be my last vacuum if it lasts like my other kenmores. Thanks for the video to help with that deciosion.
Seems the 600 is better to move up the stairs, wheres the carry handle on the 200 canister. How much would you have to pay for the motorized pet attachment? Since I've been using my Kenmore Whispertone 12.0 Amp since 1995, I think about 30 years of use the extra hose length, pet power head alone is worth the price difference. However I'm not counting on 30 years as nothing is build to last today. Actually I would n't be getting rid of my vacuum but it needs a new brush, new hose (lots of duct tape now), and the vacuum adjustment ring broke off so it's permanently taped over... so it's not worth putting money into it especially as it's not a hepa filter canister. Thanks for the review.
These are not the Kenmore you would have bought ten years ago. The Kenmore that were reliable are made by Panasonic. Panasonic no longer produces vacuums for the US market. These are cheap copies produced by Cleva. Don’t expect these to go more than a few years without issues. My ten year old Kenmore still works great and the only repair was for the cord winder.
They are still highly rated by consumer reports for reliability. I can’t test long term reliability, but they seem very well built. Have you got personal experience with the new ones?
I had several Panasonic made Kenmore canisters in the past... and they were NOT reliable...the quick disconnect wouild ultimately always short out...either on the handle or wand that goes to power nozzle...and even worse... there's no gasket on the bags...so the bag dirt being sucked up with not all go into the bag... fine dust would always end up in the bag chamber... even when using HEPA bags... These are made by Cleva I believe now... but they still look like the exact same design...
I'm solo now. Ryan has started a health coaching business and is doing very well at it! I hope to have him back on the channel sometimes, but so far our schedules haven't lined up.
Thank you for this video. Your analyses helped me decided to buy the Kenmore model. One suggestion for your reviews; indicate where on/off switches are located, for example, whether they are at the top of the wand or located on the cannister body.
Does the canister have a hook or clamp on it to secure the wand, hose and head of the 600 to the canister when it’s stored standing upright so it takes up less space? None of the photos I’ve seen show this. How much storage space does it take up in a closet compared to an upright Kenmore model? I’m thinking that perhaps the hose and head could be hung from a hook on the wall if it can’t be secured to the back of the canister…
There's no hook, but you could hang the hose from a U shaped bracket you install in your closet. It does take up a bit more space than an upright, but I like your thinking.
Thanks for your videos! Just ordered the Kenmore 600 machine!
Can you turn the brush roll off for bare floors?
Yes
Just got the 600 series. I love it, even if it is more expensive. I have 2 pets inside, so that pet powermate will definitely come in handy
I liked the Kenmore canisters of the past... I had several of them....I can't speak for current versions...here were the issues I had with them: After about 2 years... the quick disconnect wand/handle would short out....give or take 2 years... every time without fail it would eventually happen... another thing... the bags don't have a gasket...so dust would leak from the bag into the bag chamber.... and the vacuums were not sealed.. .meaning there is a HEPA filter, but the exhausted air goes out different places....through the HEPA....out through the cord area or wheels...so the HEPA filter was pretty useless...again... these might have changed....but they really look like the same design to me.
I can confirm the new models have a very good seal. My 20 year old one did too. Sorry, I'm not too familar with model between these periods.
@@vacuumnerds Right but I'm talking about the way the bag slides onto the collar.... instead of having a gasket on the bag opening...Kenmores have a built in gasket... what would happen is it never made a super tight seal... so matter how good the bags you were using... there would inevitably be dust in the bag chamber itself because of that gasket... that's what I was talking about... If someone is using a HEPA bag the bag chamber itself should stay spotless with no visible dust.... that was what I was wondering about... thanks
My Kenmore powermate lasted over 30 years. cleaned worse farm dirt. accidently went into deep end of pool. dried out and went back to work good as ever. Thinking of one of these as a replacement but are they as good as my old powermate?
30 year? WOW! I doubt you'll get 30 years from these, but the 600 seems as well built as my early 2006 model. Only time will tell. I think if you want long term reliability, and are willing to pay 3X the Kenmore, you are looking at a Miele.
@@vacuumnerds purchased the 400 model as open box on amazon at a really good price, Am in my 70s so this should be my last vacuum if it lasts like my other kenmores. Thanks for the video to help with that deciosion.
Seems the 600 is better to move up the stairs, wheres the carry handle on the 200 canister. How much would you have to pay for the motorized pet attachment? Since I've been using my Kenmore Whispertone 12.0 Amp since 1995, I think about 30 years of use the extra hose length, pet power head alone is worth the price difference. However I'm not counting on 30 years as nothing is build to last today. Actually I would n't be getting rid of my vacuum but it needs a new brush, new hose (lots of duct tape now), and the vacuum adjustment ring broke off so it's permanently taped over... so it's not worth putting money into it especially as it's not a hepa filter canister. Thanks for the review.
Glad this helped. The 600 is my pick overall because it has a handle and a few more features.
I'm usually a middle option, just-right porridge kind of shopper. Can you say more about the 400 series?
The 400 series is quite good. It's closer to the 200 than 600 in terms of features.
His there a video comparing this Kenmore 600 with the Miehle Classic C1 which is comparably priced?
Yes, I did this exact video comparing those two vacuums: th-cam.com/video/i5EzH40KBA8/w-d-xo.html
I Wish Hoover Would make at least Decent Quality Bagged Canister vacuums again, I want to buy one and use it.
Canisters are not popular like they once were.
Can the floor attachment for the 600 series pop and go be used on the 400 series??
I'm not sure. I'd have to pull them out and look, but they're both in storage at the moment.
@@vacuumnerds ohh ok thank you
Does the kenmore 200 have a handle to hold onto lifting up for stairs.
Yes. It's on the back in the body.
Can you please do a review for the Johnny vac canister vacuums and specially the xv10w?
I haven't heard of this brand until now
Great video! Very helpful
Great video Eric, personally I’d get the 600 series
Thank you!
These are not the Kenmore you would have bought ten years ago. The Kenmore that were reliable are made by Panasonic. Panasonic no longer produces vacuums for the US market. These are cheap copies produced by Cleva. Don’t expect these to go more than a few years without issues. My ten year old Kenmore still works great and the only repair was for the cord winder.
They are still highly rated by consumer reports for reliability. I can’t test long term reliability, but they seem very well built. Have you got personal experience with the new ones?
@@vacuumnerds No, I upgraded to Miele.
I had several Panasonic made Kenmore canisters in the past... and they were NOT reliable...the quick disconnect wouild ultimately always short out...either on the handle or wand that goes to power nozzle...and even worse... there's no gasket on the bags...so the bag dirt being sucked up with not all go into the bag... fine dust would always end up in the bag chamber... even when using HEPA bags... These are made by Cleva I believe now... but they still look like the exact same design...
Is Vacuum Nerds a solo outfit now? Hope all is okay.
I'm solo now. Ryan has started a health coaching business and is doing very well at it! I hope to have him back on the channel sometimes, but so far our schedules haven't lined up.
@@vacuumnerds Thanks for the update. You're still doing a great job! 👏Glad to hear he's doing well :)
Kitty cats!🐈
We have kitties!
Kenmore are great
I had one for 20 years and it only needed maintenance.