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Kenmore DU5092 Bagless Upright Vacuum Review

Today, we’re reviewing the Kenmore DU5092 bagless upright vacuum. It’s a highly reviewed vacuum that combines high performance with a good price, as well as versatile cleaning and attachments. We were excited to evaluate it after the strong showing the Kenmore DU4080 had. We put it through all of our evaluations this week, and we’ll go over its pros and cons and features in this Kenmore DU5092 bagless upright vacuum review.

Kenmore DU5092 on Amazon
Kenmore Bagless Lift Up Vacuum Cleaner at the Vacuum Wars Studio


We are impressed by the Kenmore DU5092 bagless upright vacuum’s performance, particularly in debris pickup on various surfaces and its versatility due to multiple attachments. Its standout features include a hair eliminator nozzle, LED lights for spotting hidden debris, and HEPA filtration for excellent air quality. Despite some drawbacks in unsealed suction, it offers great value for its price, making it a reliable choice for homeowners. See additional info

$199.99 $219.90

Price as of April 25, 2025

Cleaning Heads: Swivel Head | Anti Tangle | LED lights | Lift Away

Attachments*: 3-In-1 combination tool, Pet HandiMate

Air Filtration: HEPA Filtration

ScoresKenmore DU5092Average Upright Vacuum Tested
Vacuum Wars Overall4.14

2.66

Performance3.61

2.84

Features3.68

1.70

Hard Floor2.60

2.98

Carpet4.80

3.10

Attachments4.70

2.96

SpecsKenmore DU5092Average Upright Vacuum Tested
Weight14 lb

15.27 lb

Dust Bin Capacity2 l

2.56 l

Cord Length30 ft

30.54 ft

In the Box*: 3-In-1 combination tool, Pet HandiMate
*Accessories may vary by retailer or package

Pros

Price

The Kenmore bagless upright vacuum is very reasonably priced for what you’re getting. For example, it ranks number six overall in our scoring system for all the vacuums we’ve evaluated, and it’s by far the cheapest of these six.

The Kenmore DU5092 Bagless Upright Vacuum cleaner standing next to its original packaging in a testing studio with a brick wall and green lighting.
The Kenmore DU5092 Bagless Upright vacuum was purchased for this review. ยฉ Vacuum Wars

Debris Pickup

The Kenmore DU5092 does really well with its primary function: picking up fine to extra-large debris on both hard floors and carpets.

It has unusually large front gates that allow it to pick up larger debris that other vacuums may not be able to do. It’s also proficient with fine debris, earning a much higher than average score in this category.

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Carpet Deep Clean Test

The Kenmore DU5092 also scored an impressive 100% on our carpet deep clean evaluation, where we embed sand into medium carpet and see how much the vacuum can retrieve.

A suction and airflow test setup for the Kenmore DU5092, featuring a digital anemometer measuring performance.
We recorded suction and airflow measurements. ยฉ Vacuum Wars

Ease of Use

The DU5092 offers a variety of features to make vacuuming easier and provide you with options when you’re cleaning. It weighs 14 pounds, which is a bit below average. Plus, it has a very responsive swivel for navigating hard-to-reach places.

Both the hose and the wand are detachable, and the canister can be lifted off the vacuum for a more versatile cleaning experience.

RELATED: See our review of the Kenmore Intuition upright.

Hair Eliminator

One notable feature of the Kenmore DU5092 is its hair eliminator nozzle. It automatically removes hair from the brush roll, ensuring it remains clean.

We found it effective during our tests. Plus, LED lights on the floor head illuminate debris that might otherwise be missed.

A person holding non-powered attachments for the Kenmore DU5092 vacuum cleaner, including a combination brush tool and a crevice tool.
Non-powered attachments included with the Kenmore DU5092. ยฉ Vacuum Wars

Attachments

The vacuum comes with two main attachments:

  • The pet handymate tool with a suction-powered rotating brush for pet hair cleaning on furniture and stairs.
  • A three-in-one tool that incorporates a crevice tool, dusting brush, and upholstery tool.

Power

In our evaluation for suction and airflow, the Kenmore DU5092 showed commendable power numbers. Both its sealed suction and airflow at the head rated slightly above average.

The Kenmore DU5092 is performing a crevice debris pickup test on a test surface, with visible dirt being vacuumed.
Crevice Debris Pickup Evaluation. ยฉ Vacuum Wars

Filtration

The vacuum uses a completely sealed air path with HEPA filtration, effectively filtering 99.97% of dirt particles. This feature ensures these particles remain trapped in the vacuum, preventing them from re-entering your living spaceโ€”a rarity in vacuums within this price range.

A Kenmore DU5092 Bagless Upright Vacuum cleaner in a testing environment, positioned in front of a wall displaying various vacuum cleaners.
The Kenmore DU5092 in our studio after completing evaluations. ยฉ Vacuum Wars

In the box

  • Kenmore DU5092 upright vacuum
  • Pet HandiMate tool
  • 3-in-1 combo tool
  • Manual and warranty

Cons

Usable Suction

In our evaluations, the DU5092 scored below average in both unsealed suction and crevice pickup. However, both these shortcomings are tied to its large front gates.

While these gates allow for the pickup of larger debris, they also let in more air, reducing the seal’s effectiveness.

It seems Kenmore deliberately made this trade-off to prioritize overall debris pickup.

The Kenmore DU5092 vacuum cleaner being used on a carpeted floor, with its LED lights illuminating the surface.
The DU5092 has great debris pick up. ยฉ Vacuum Wars

Our Conclusion

The Kenmore DU5092 stands out for various reasons. With features like the hair eliminator nozzle and versatile attachments, it offers exceptional value for its price.

Its impressive performance on both hard floors and carpets further reinforces its position as a reliable choice for homeowners.

Kenmore DU5092 Upright Specs

Kenmore DU5092
Vacuum TypeBagless Upright
Suctionโ‰ฅ 200W
Cleaning Path Width11 in.
Attachment Reach10 ft.
Dust Cup Capacity2L / 2.11 qts.
HEPA FilterYes
Allergen SealYes
Washable Pre-FilterYes
CyclonicYes
Weight14 lbs.
Cord Length30 ft.
HeadlightsYes, LED
Specifications from the Kenmore website and DU5092 manual.

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