Kenmore 500 Series DC5070

Verdict

The Kenmore 500 Series DC5070 is a strong mid-priced canister vacuum for homes with pets and mixed flooring, combining powerful suction, a self-cleaning brushroll, and HEPA filtration with user-friendly, bagless convenience. It is an excellent all-in-one choice for families who value low-maintenance pet hair pickup and extended reach, though its larger canister body and moderate weight make it less ideal for very tight storage spaces or those seeking an ultra-light stick vacuum.

Pros

  • Filtration / Dust Containment ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 3 reviews 5.0
    Washable prefilters and a rear HEPA filter capture very fine dust and allergens, and the vacuum earns excellent emissions scores for keeping captured debris from leaking back into the room.
  • Cord management ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 2 reviews 5.0
    An automatic cord rewind lets you tap a button to retract the 24-foot cable into the body, keeping storage tidy and, according to owners, holding up well with regular use.
  • Hard Floor — Large Debris Intake ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 2 reviews 5.0
    Users say the canister excels on hard floors, pulling in dust, hair, and scattered debris and leaving hardwood and tile looking freshly cleaned with one or two passes.
  • Pet-Ready Features ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 2 reviews 5.0
    Reviewers with dogs and cats highlight the self-cleaning Hair Eliminator brushroll and strong suction, saying it keeps up with heavy shedding on carpets and hard floors without constant detangling.
  • Suction & Airflow ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 2 reviews 5.0
  • Assembly and Setup ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 1 review 5.0
    Owners find assembly simple, saying the hose and wand clip into the canister quickly and the parts fit together intuitively even on the first use.
  • Controls & UI ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 1 review 5.0
  • Cord length ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 1 review 5.0
    A roughly 24-foot power cord provides generous reach across rooms, so many users can vacuum multiple areas from one outlet before needing to unplug.
  • Tool-change simplicity ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 1 review 5.0
    Reviewers say the main floorhead and onboard tools clip on and release with a simple push-button or foot tap, making it painless to swap attachments mid-clean.
  • Under-Furniture Pickup ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 1 review 5.0
    The long telescoping wand and low-profile floorhead let users vacuum deep under beds, sofas, and other low furniture, so they rarely need to move heavy pieces to reach dust and pet hair.
  • Versatility ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 1 review 4.8
    Reviewers see the DC5070 as an all-in-one cleaner that handles carpets, hard floors, stairs, upholstery, and car interiors, making it a versatile choice for mixed-surface homes.
  • Bin & Bag ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 2 reviews 4.8
  • Carpet — Medium-Pile Pickup ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 2 reviews 4.8
    Reviewers consistently praise the DC5070’s dual-motor suction for extremely strong carpet cleaning that grips rugs and pulls out embedded dirt better than many cordless or budget canister vacuums.
  • Ease of use ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 2 reviews 4.8
    Owners describe the vacuum as straightforward to use, with simple controls, a self-cleaning brushroll, an easy-empty dustbin, and auto cord rewind combining to make day-to-day cleaning fast and convenient.
  • Hair‑Wrap / Tangle Resistance ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 2 reviews 4.8
  • Maneuverability & Handling ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 3 reviews 4.7
  • Price & Value ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 2 reviews 4.5
  • Headlight & LED lights ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 1 review 4.5
  • Build quality & durability ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 1 review 4.2
    Owners describe the DC5070's modern canister body and components like the cord rewind as solid and reliable, giving it a durable feel for everyday family use.
  • Accessories & Tools ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 1 review 4.0
  • Storage footprint & upright-stand stability ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 2 reviews 3.5
  • Ongoing ownership costs (bags, filters, batteries) ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 1 review 3.5
    Bagless operation eliminates recurring bag purchases, but owners still need to budget for periodic HEPA filter replacements to keep performance and filtration strong.

Cons

  • Suitability for heavy-duty use ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 1 review 3.0
    The DC5070 is positioned as a household vacuum and reviewers note it is not designed for commercial or heavy-duty abuse, even though it handles typical family messes well.
  • Weight ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 1 review 3.0
    While lighter than some older full-size canisters, the DC5070 is still heavier than slim stick vacuums, which some users notice when carrying it and the hose between rooms or up stairs.
  • Suitability for small spaces ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 1 review 2.0
    The canister's larger footprint and hose storage can crowd very small closets, so it works better in homes with at least moderate storage space.