Kenmore BU4018 Intuition Bagged Upright Vacuum with HEPA Filter

Kenmore BU4018 Intuition Bagged Upright Vacuum: Deep-Cleaning Power with Smart Convenience

The Kenmore BU4018 Intuition Bagged Upright Vacuum is a full-featured cleaning powerhouse that combines traditional bagged vacuum reliability with modern convenience features designed to make home maintenance easier. Available in a bold purple finish, this vacuum is built around a 2-motor system that delivers the deep carpet-cleaning performance that Kenmore has been known for across generations of home owners. With its lift-up design, HEPA filtration, no-touch bag technology, and a full suite of accessories, the BU4018 is engineered to handle everything from pet hair and embedded carpet debris to above-floor cleaning on stairs, shelves, and more.

Lift-Up Technology for Whole-Home Flexibility

One of the most distinguishing features of the Kenmore BU4018 is its Lift-Up Technology. The main cleaning pod detaches from the base unit quickly and easily, transforming from a full upright vacuum into a lightweight pod for stair cleaning, above-floor work, and hard-to-reach areas. This seamless transition between cleaning modes makes the BU4018 a versatile tool that adapts to your home's unique layout rather than requiring you to adapt your cleaning habits around the vacuum's limitations.

2-Motor System for Deep Carpet Cleaning

Deep cleaning on carpets and rugs demands consistent, powerful agitation and suction working together. The Kenmore BU4018 employs a dual-motor system — one dedicated to driving the brush roll and one providing suction — to ensure that embedded dirt, pet hair, and fine debris are thoroughly extracted from carpet fibers. This two-motor approach delivers noticeably better deep carpet performance compared to single-motor designs, making the BU4018 particularly effective in high-traffic areas and homes with pets.

No-Touch Bag Technology: Clean Emptying Made Simple

If you've ever dreaded the messy process of emptying a bagless vacuum's dust cup, the Kenmore BU4018's No-Touch Bag Technology is a game-changer. A single button press activates the self-sealing bag release, allowing you to dispose of collected dirt and debris without ever coming into direct contact with it. The self-sealing bag design locks in dust and allergens during disposal, keeping your hands and the surrounding environment clean. This feature is especially appreciated by allergy sufferers and anyone who finds the traditional dustbin-emptying process unpleasant.

HEPA Filtration with Completely Sealed Air Path

The Kenmore BU4018 features a completely sealed air path combined with HEPA filtration that captures 99.97% of dust and allergen particles as small as 0.3 microns. The sealed system ensures that no unfiltered air escapes from the vacuum body — all air that enters the machine exits through the HEPA filter. For households dealing with pet dander, pollen, mold spores, or fine dust, this level of filtration provides meaningful protection for indoor air quality. The BU4018 comes with 4 HEPA bags (one pre-installed), providing immediate readiness and some stocked replacements.

PowerFlow Technology for Consistent Suction

As a bagged vacuum fills up, suction power in many designs begins to drop — a frustrating reality that forces users to change bags more frequently than necessary. Kenmore's PowerFlow Technology addresses this with a specially engineered bag chamber design that maintains strong suction even as the bag approaches capacity. This means the BU4018 delivers consistent, high-performance cleaning from the first pass to the last, regardless of how full the bag is. A built-in bag fill indicator alerts you when it's time to replace the bag, eliminating guesswork from the maintenance process.

Extended Reach and Above-Floor Cleaning

The Kenmore BU4018 provides 7 feet of extended wand reach for floor-to-ceiling cleaning capability. When the wand is detached, you can clean ceiling fans, high shelves, curtain rails, and stair risers with ease. The included 3-in-1 combination tool and upholstery tool round out the accessory package, giving you precision cleaning options for upholstery, narrow crevices, and delicate surfaces throughout the home. This complete accessory set, combined with the vacuum's powerful dual-motor system, makes the BU4018 a comprehensive cleaning solution for virtually any home.

Who Is the Kenmore BU4018 Best Suited For?

The BU4018 Intuition is an excellent choice for pet owners, allergy sufferers, and families with high-traffic carpeted areas who need reliable, consistent deep-cleaning performance. The bagged design is preferred by many allergy sufferers for its superior dust containment, and the No-Touch bag system makes maintenance cleaner and simpler than ever. If you're ready to upgrade your carpet cleaning experience, the Kenmore BU4018 Intuition is available now — order yours today and enjoy the difference that professional-grade filtration and dual-motor power can make in your home.