Kenmore Elite CSV DS4030

Name: Kenmore Elite CSV DS4030 - Expert Reviews
Brand: Kenmore

4.2

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Verdict

The Kenmore Elite CSV DS4030 combines an ultra-light body, EasyReach bending wand, sealed HEPA canister, and strong all-surface pickup, making it a standout budget option for pet owners and allergy sufferers who can accept a non-removable battery and the lack of self-standing storage.

Pros

Hard Floor — Large Debris Intake ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 1 review 5.0

Collected 100 percent of large debris on hard floors in testing.
Pet-Ready Features ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 1 review 5.0

Sealed canister and HEPA filtration make it a strong choice for pet owners or allergy sufferers, especially when combined with its solid pickup on both carpets and hard floors, though the non-anti-tangle brush means long hair can still wrap.
Under-Furniture Pickup ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 1 review 5.0

The EasyReach bending wand and low-profile floorhead make it particularly good at reaching under beds, sofas, and other low furniture without much bending.
Weight ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 1 review 5.0

Exceptionally light at about 5.8 lb, which makes it easy to handle and carry.
Bin & Bag ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 1 review 4.5
Filtration / Dust Containment ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 1 review 4.5

Sealed canister tested well, making it a better choice for allergy or pet households at this price.
Headlight & LED lights ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 1 review 4.5
Maneuverability & Handling ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 1 review 4.5
Price & Value ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 1 review 4.5
Stair Cleaning ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 1 review 4.5

The very light body and nimble head make it particularly comfortable on stairs, where it feels less tiring and more precise than heavier rivals.
Carpet — Medium-Pile Pickup ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 1 review 4.0

Picked up about 95 percent in a carpet test; a bit less agitation than the B+D but still solid.
Ongoing ownership costs (bags, filters, batteries) ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 1 review 4.0

Replacement HEPA filters come in affordable multi-packs, making long-term filter costs lower than many similarly priced cordless sticks.
Suction & Airflow ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 1 review 4.0
Build quality & durability ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 1 review 3.5

Lightweight construction and mid-range pricing mean it feels less rugged than premium vacuums, and like most sticks in this class it is best treated as a several-year appliance rather than a long-term, repairable machine.