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New designs and features are producing increasingly high-tech vacuums, but high-priced, feature-laden machines don't necessarily deliver better cleaning.
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Recently Reviewed - Kenmore Intuition 28014 (Tested)
This bag-equipped Kenmore canister has a brush on/off switch, manual pile-height adjustment, retractable cord, full-bag indicator,
and HEPA filtration. It weighs 26 lbs. and is a recommended model.
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A rough-and-tumble market is driving new designs and features as the humble vacuum cleaner goes high-tech. But as we've found,
high-priced, feature-laden vacuum cleaners don't necessarily deliver better cleaning. You'll find plenty of strong performers
at a reasonable price. Consider your cleaning needs when choosing between a canister and an upright vacuum cleaner. Try it
before you buy it to make sure you can maneuver the vacuum cleaner comfortably and that it is not too noisy. Pet owners should
check out our Ratings on pet-hair removal.
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