Kenmore Intuition BU4050 Bagged Upright Vacuum

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Product guide

Kenmore Intuition BU4050 Bagged Upright Vacuum

Vacuum: The Kenmore Intuition BU4050 is a corded, bagged upright with a lift-up cleaning pod and a brushroll described as automatically clearing hair. Its listed features and attachments make it suited to mixed-floor and above-floor cleaning, while the customer feedback includes reports of units stopping work.

At a glance

Lift-up pod is described for stairs and above-floor cleaning.
The listing says the hair eliminator nozzle clears hair from its brushroll automatically.
Bagged design includes no-touch bag technology and self-sealing bags, according to the listing.
A Pet Handi-Mate tool is specified for upholstery, furniture and hard-to-reach areas.

Price

$169.99Save 15%

Reference price: ~~$199.99~~

Price checked: Nov 14, 2026

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Pros and cons

Pros

Lift-up pod and listed attachments can extend cleaning to stairs, upholstery and other above-floor surfaces.
Customers report positive experiences with suction, cleaning, maneuverability and pet-hair pickup.
The listing specifies a HEPA filter and sealed-system filtration claim for dust containment.

Cons

Bagged operation requires replacement bags as supplies are used.
Customer feedback includes reports of the vacuum stopping working, making reliability a consideration.

Technical specifications

14 specifications

Identity
Brand	Kenmore
Model	BU4050

Cleaning and filtration
Form factor	Bagged Lift-up technology with Hair Eliminator brushroll
Filter type	HEPA Filter
Capacity	3 liters
Recommended surfaces	Bare Floor, Carpet, Hard Floor, Upholstery
Speeds	2

Power and controls
Power configuration	Corded Electric
Voltage	120 volts
Wattage	120 watts
Control methods listed	Touch

Dimensions and appearance
Weight listed	6.4 kg
Dimensions	13"L x 12"W x 34"H
Color	Rose Gold

What to know before buying

The listing describes a completely sealed system and claims the HEPA system traps 99.97% of dust inside the vacuum. This is a manufacturer claim, not an independently verified result.

What’s in the box

Included

Crevice tool
Upholstery tool
Pet Handi-Mate
Dusting brush
4 HEPA dust bags

Who is it for?

A good fit for

Buyers wanting a corded upright for carpets, hard floors and upholstery.
Pet owners looking for a listed pet upholstery tool and a brushroll advertised to clear hair automatically.
Households that prefer bags and want a lift-up pod for stairs or above-floor cleaning.

Less suited to

Shoppers seeking a cordless vacuum or a bagless dust-cup design.
Buyers who do not want to purchase replacement vacuum bags.

Kenmore Intuition BU4050 Bagged Upright Vacuum · photo 2 — Additional product photo 2

Customer reviews on Amazon

4.2 / 5 · 4,292 ratings

5 stars66%66%
4 stars14%14%
3 stars5%5%
2 stars5%5%
1 star10%10%

Customer feedback highlights reported suction, cleaning performance, maneuverability, and pickup of cat litter and dog hair. Some customers also praise the weight and ease of using the attachments. Functionality and value are mixed, with reports that the vacuum stopped working altogether. For buyers considering its corded, bagged design and lift-up pod, the favorable cleaning impressions are relevant, but the reliability criticism deserves attention.

Positive themes

Customers report strong suction and effective cleaning, including cat litter and dog hair pickup.
Customers praise maneuverability and ease of using the attachments.

Negative themes

Some customers report that the vacuum stopped working altogether.

Mixed feedback

Customers describe functionality and value inconsistently, with both positive and negative experiences.

Frequently asked questions

Is the Kenmore Intuition BU4050 cordless?

No. Its listed power configuration is corded electric.

Can the BU4050 be used on upholstery and stairs?

The listing recommends it for upholstery and describes a lift-up pod for stairs and above-floor cleaning. It also lists a Pet Handi-Mate attachment.

Does the brushroll clear hair automatically?

The product listing says the Hair Eliminator nozzle automatically removes hair from the brushroll. This is a manufacturer claim.

What should I know about customer feedback?

Feedback highlights suction, cleaning, maneuverability and pet-hair pickup, but also includes reports of the vacuum stopping work. Consider that mixed reliability feedback alongside the listed features.