Kenmore Pet-Friendly
Score: 72/100
Bissell Zing Lightweight
Score: 71/100Rankings
The Kenmore 10701 is a lightweight, bagless canister vacuum that excels at pet-hair removal and offers HEPA filtration for allergen control, making it a solid choice for small apartments and budget-conscious shoppers. Its short cord, modest suction power, and occasional wand reliability issues limit its suitability for larger homes or heavy-duty cleaning. Best suited for pet owners needing quick, portable clean-ups on floors, carpets, and cars.
The Bissell Zing 2154A is a lightweight, bagged canister vacuum that excels at quick clean-ups on hard floors and low-pile carpet thanks to its variable suction and portable design. Its main drawbacks are the short power cord, occasional clogging, and the need for disposable bags. Ideal for apartment dwellers and allergy-sensitive users who prioritize portability over heavy-duty performance.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
| ↓ lower better | 6.9 kg | 3.4 kgbest |
— | 2.5 Lbest | |
73.15 cmbest | 22.9 cm | |
4.88 mbest | 4.88 mbest | |
1 yearsbest | 1 yearsbest | |
30.99 cmbest | 27.9 cm | |
28.96 cm | 39.6 cmbest | |
— | 1.83 mbest |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Build & Design(4) | ||
Weight (kg) | 6.90 kg | 3.40 kg |
Height (cm) | 73.15 cm | 22.9 cm |
Width (cm) | 30.99 cm | 27.9 cm |
Length (cm) | 28.96 cm | 39.6 cm |
Accessories(1) | ||
Number of Included Accessories | 5 | 11 |
Features(1) | ||
Filtration Type | HEPA | Bagged |
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Professional reviewers commend the Kenmore 10701 as the best vacuum around $100, emphasizing its lightweight build, pet-friendly turbine brush, HEPA filtration, and versatile accessories. While they appreciate its value and portability, they note the wand's reliability issues and limited cord length as drawbacks, and caution that its suction power may not rival higher-priced models for deep cleaning.
Everyday users generally praise the vacuum's portability, quick clean-up capability, and effective pet-hair performance, especially appreciating the HEPA filter for allergy relief. Recurring complaints focus on the telescoping wand's tendency to fall or stick and the short cord, but overall sentiment remains positive for casual, small-space cleaning.
“Extremely lightweight (7.5 lbs) and portable with carry handle and smooth-rolling wheels.”
“Short cord requires frequent outlet switches.”
Professional reviewers commend the Zing 2154A for its impressive portability, easy maintenance, and solid performance on small debris across hard floors and low‑pile carpet. They note the short cord and occasional clogging as the main drawbacks, and point out the absence of advanced cleaning aids such as edge brushes or filter indicators.
Everyday users love the vacuum's lightweight feel, maneuverability in tight spaces, and the hygienic bagged system that helps with allergies. Common complaints revolve around the short power cord, occasional wand disconnects, and reduced effectiveness on thicker carpets or large debris.
