Sanitaire SC679K Tradition Upright Commercial Bagged Vacuum, Red
$149.99
Fair PriceUsually $146.07 · lowest $115.33
Best for
Daycares, small offices, and carpet-only homes that want a repairable commercial upright without paying for features they will not use, not homes with mixed flooring or anyone who needs attachments.
Price History
Price last checked Aug 25, 2026. Amazon prices change frequently — click through for the current price.
Track this price
It's $149.99 right now. We'll email you the moment it drops.
Sanitaire's SC679K scores 73% five-star as a single-purpose carpet workhorse with tool-free part swaps and a shaker bag that skips disposable filters. Belt smoke and zero above-floor tools are the tradeoffs for commercial simplicity.
Loved by buyers
- •Suction on office carpet matches a new Dyson while costing half as much to repair
- •Belt, brush roll, and bag swap out in minutes with no screwdriver needed
- •Shaker bag empties without buying paper replacements; the power cord is thick and built to last
Buyer concerns
- •Drive belts overheat and snap during long runs unless you pause to let them cool
- •No hose, wand, or crevice tool included; edges and upholstery need a second machine
- •Hard floors get a passable sweep at best since the design centers on carpet
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does this vacuum weigh?+
Can it handle pet hair?+
How long is the power cord?+
What is the dust bag capacity?+
Does it work on hard floors?+
Key Features
- •Motor life provides more than 500 hours of commercial-grade cleaning performance.800.0 watts.Specific uses:Commercial,Carpet
- •Durable structure includes a polycarbonate hood that’s safe for tough environments
- •Large-capacity shake out bag holds up to 18 quarts of dirt and debris for less interruption while cleaning
- •Unique maintenance features like the tool-free brush roll and belt replacement and metal clip bag release system make this commercial vacuum easy-to-use and easy-to-maintain
- •Weighs only 12.2 lbs so it’s lightweight easy-to-transport and comfortable to use
Similar Vacuums
Bissell
Bissell CleanView Upright Vacuum with Pet Hair Brush Roll, Powerful Suction, Pet Hair Tools, Large Dirt Container, 4438
Timitrek
Cordless Vacuum Cleaner for Home, 600W/50KPa Powerful Suction, 60Mins Self-Standing Stick Vacuum with Anti-Tangle Brush & LED Display, Lightweight Handheld Vacuum for Pet Hair, Carpets & Hard Floors
Bissell
Bissell CleanView Swivel Rewind Vacuum with Automatic Cord Rewind, TurboEraser Upholstery Tool, Triple Action Brush Roll, Swivel Steering, Extension Wand, Easy-Empty Dirt Tank, Multi-Cyclonic Suction
Hoover
Hoover Windtunnel Max Capacity Upright Vacuum Cleaner with HEPA Media Filtration, UH71100, Red
Featured in Our Reviews
Sanitaire SC679K Review: Commercial Carpet Duty After Weeks
We tested the Sanitaire SC679K commercial bagged upright on office carpet and daycare floors. Honest take on the 18-quart shaker bag, 12.2-pound carry, and who should buy.
Eureka NEU182A PowerSpeed Review: Budget Pet Hair Upright Tested
Six weeks with the Eureka NEU182A PowerSpeed upright in a home with a shedding dog. The light frame and big dust cup work; the cord and thick carpet do not.
5 Best Bissell Vacuums for Hard Floors (2026)
We ranked five Bissell vacuums on hardwood and tile, from a CrossWave that vacuums and mops in one pass to featherweight sticks built for daily crumb sweeps.