KaringBee M5: a wet upright vacuum cleaner with dry cleaning attachments

This review examines the KaringBee M5 upright wet/dry vacuum cleaner. Its key feature is the detachable motor unit, which can be connected to the included attachments for a full dry cleaning. This means a single vacuum cleaner can be used for both a full floor wash and for dust collection, even in hard-to-reach areas. At first glance, the features appear impressive. It boasts 25,000 Pa of suction power, a water sterilization function, and even an automatic power boost when dirt is detected. At the time of writing, this combination of features would cost between $270 and $300. Below, I'll thoroughly test the KaringBee M5, highlight its pros and cons, and then share my personal opinion. So, let's get started!

Equipment

In addition to the washing vacuum cleaner itself, the delivery set includes:

1. Charging and self-cleaning station with accessory holders.
2. Separate floor stand for dry cleaning attachments.
3. Removable handle.
4. Dust collector.
5. Extension tube.
6. Dry cleaning attachment with a carpet roller.
7. Replacement fluffy roller for hard floors.
8. Crevice nozzle.
9. Two spare rollers for a washing vacuum cleaner.
10. Two spare HEPA filters.
11. A brush for cleaning vacuum cleaner components.
12. Operating instructions in Russian.

The vacuum cleaner is very well equipped in terms of spare parts, but in terms of cleaning accessories, I personally miss the turbo brush attachment for cleaning upholstered furniture and mattresses.

Appearance

Now let's take a look at the KaringBee M5's design. It's a standard wet/dry vacuum cleaner with a familiar design and operating principle. The cleaning module is located at the bottom, the water tanks are above it, and above that is the display and handle housing the control panel.

I'll note right away that this vacuum cleaner doesn't recline 180 degrees. The tilt angle is approximately 140 degrees.

Let's go through each component separately. The wet/dry vacuum cleaner is controlled by buttons on the handle. There are two: one for turning the power on and off, and one for switching between modes such as intelligent (which automatically increases power when dirt is detected), maximum, water sterilization, and liquid collection. All information is displayed on a small but informative display.

A separate button on the handle activates the self-cleaning function for the rollers on the base. The vacuum cleaner also features built-in voice alerts in Russian.

The cleaning module consists of two rollers, offset to the edge of the housing on one side.

The rollers' top covers are removable. A mechanical button on the side releases the locking latches. Each roller can then be removed from its housing.

The rollers are a familiar design – made of soft, fluffy bristles. Each one has a metal comb at the top for scraping away debris and untangling tangled hair and fur. Below, we see a scraper for collecting liquid residue from the floor. Behind it is a suction hole.

Above the cleaning module are the liquid reservoirs. The clean water tank holds 650 ml. A coarse liquid filter is installed inside.

In the vacuum cleaner body, where the clean water tank is located, we see a lamp that actually performs the electrolysis of the water. I can't verify the effectiveness of this solution, but it's worth mentioning.

On the back is a 600 ml dirty water tank. It contains a HEPA filter with a mesh screen, a coarse liquid filter, and electronic water level sensors.

The engine compartment is located even higher and can be detached by pressing a button on top.

The motor unit has two control buttons: an on/off switch and a switch for switching between two dry cleaning modes: Intelligent (which automatically increases power when dirt is detected) and Maximum. There's no display, only an indicator light on the control panel.

I should note that I tested the intelligent mode, and in my case, the suction power didn't increase either in areas with debris or on carpets. So, it's more like a standard mode than an intelligent one.

A dust collector like this is attached to the motor unit, and then either a crevice tool, an extension tube, and a floor nozzle are attached to it.

A filtration system in a dust collector based on a HEPA filter, a simple cyclone and a mesh.

The floor nozzle features a swivel joint, illuminated cleaning area, grooves for large debris, and a carpet roller installed by default. Its structure consists of short, yet flexible bristles that effectively remove debris from carpets. The roller is held in place by a tool-free locking mechanism. A fluffy roller for hard floors can be installed instead.

The crevice tool is of the simplest design, so there is no need to dwell on it separately.

Both nozzles, extension tube and dust bag can be conveniently stored on the floor stand.

As for the base, the KaringBee M5 charges on it, self-cleans, and dries the rollers with warm air after the self-cleaning process is complete.

The pros and cons of this design will be discussed during the final review. Let's move on!

Technical specifications

The main characteristics of the KaringBee M5, as stated by the manufacturer:

• Battery capacity: 4000 mAh.
• Power consumption: 250 W.
• Suction power: up to 25,000 Pa.
• Working time: 15-35 minutes.
• Clean water tank: 650 ml.
• Dirty water tank: 600 ml.
• Noise level:
• Weight: 5.5 kg.

It's worth noting that the vacuum cleaner's noise level was personally tested. The wet vacuum cleaner's noise level is between 72-74 dB. The dry vacuum cleaner's noise level is between 73-78.5 dB. These figures are standard for this type of equipment.

The upright wet vacuum weighs 5.5 kg, making it slightly heavier than similar models. However, when used as a dry vacuum, it's significantly lighter. The motor unit with dust bin weighs 1,288 grams, the extension tube 239 grams, and the floor nozzle 645 grams. The total weight, fully assembled, is 2,172 grams, significantly lighter than most dry upright vacuums.

I also tested the KaringBee M5's battery life at maximum power in its dry vacuum configuration with the floor nozzle attached. The vacuum lasted 28 minutes and 22 seconds, which is a very good result.

Testing

And finally, let's move on to the tests. A video review of the KaringBee M5, including all the tests, has already been prepared and published on the channel:

Washing the floor

First, let's check the effectiveness of the wet/dry vacuum cleaner. It handles everyday floor cleaning well. However, I didn't like that it can leave behind excessively wet marks on the floor after prolonged use. It's as if too much water is being applied to the rollers and isn't being sucked up fast enough. Periodically switching to liquid suction mode in areas where small pockets of water remain helps.

The KaringBee M5 can also pick up liquids from the floor and even mixtures such as broken raw eggs and flour.

Dirt is not a problem for him either – the rollers clean the floor efficiently.

I'll just note that even though the rollers extend to the edge of the cabinet, the clamps leave a small blind spot along the baseboard, literally a few millimeters long. About 5 mm, to be precise.

It took 5 minutes to remove dried coffee and sauce stains. This is a standard result, often achieved even by premium models. I didn't add detergent to the water, as none was included.

After all the dirty tests, we check the rollers' self-cleaning performance. Here's the roller's condition after the tests. We run the self-cleaning cycle and see how much dirty water drains into the tank. After the self-cleaning cycle, the roller is noticeably cleaner.

I tested the self-cleaning performance after washing the floor in a residential setting. I have a pet in my apartment, and pet hair constantly accumulates on the floor. The roller covers didn't self-clean completely, and the rollers themselves self-clean well, but we saw a large accumulation of pet hair on the metal combs behind the rollers. All this debris gets trapped and doesn't end up in the dirty water tank, so I have to empty it manually, which is not very convenient.

After self-cleaning, the roller's drying process begins on the base, and it's truly effective because the air is heated. After drying, both rollers are completely dry.

Dry cleaning

Let's move on to testing the dry vacuum cleaner. First, let's check the suction power. In standard mode, the vacuum was able to thoroughly vacuum debris from a 10 mm gap, as well as partially vacuum up to 20 mm. At maximum power, the KaringBee M5 achieved a partial vacuum of 25 mm. Its suction power is average, but should be sufficient for household cleaning.

Now let's test how well the KaringBee M5 picks up floor debris. I scattered various types of debris on the laminate flooring: hair, fur, grains, and other small household debris. With the fluffy roller for hard floors, the machine performed well, only failing to completely pick up large debris like cat litter pellets. With the carpet brush attached, it can handle this task.

Here is the condition of the fluffy roller after this test - it is clean.

The vacuum also handles both low- and high-pile carpets well thanks to its well-designed roller. This is a plus. I'd also like to point out that it's powerful enough to clean carpets without the roller getting stuck or clogging up. It's very comfortable to use.

Here's the roller's condition after testing—it did collect some hair on the bristle inserts, but they're easy to clean:

I also tested how the KaringBee M5 picks up hair from the floor and, most importantly, the condition of the rollers afterward. The fluffy roller picked up some hair, as did the carpet roller. There's no anti-hair-wrap feature, and considering the price, that's acceptable.

The wet/dry vacuum cleaner, however, features an anti-tangle system with metal combs. We can see that the rollers are clean, the combs are free of hair, and all hair is collected in the dust collector. This is a clear advantage for this model!

Finally, I'd like to add that the included crevice tool allows you to clean areas the main tool can't reach, even under the ceiling if necessary. Cleaning furniture isn't possible, as that requires special attachments, which aren't included.

Finally, I'll show you how to clean the dust container. Remove the filter system and empty the contents into the trash can. It's simple.

Personal opinion

The KaringBee M5 upright vacuum cleaner was thoroughly reviewed and tested. I'll highlight the pros and cons I discovered, and then express my own opinion. I liked the following:

1. It's suitable for both floor cleaning and full-fledged dry cleaning, as the detachable motor unit can be connected to the included extension cord and dry cleaning attachment. Both options deliver high-quality cleaning.
2. An effective cleaning module with two rollers that more thoroughly pick up debris from the floor and double the contact patch with the surface.
3. Capable of removing even stubborn stains from the floor.
4. The rollers extend to the edge of the body, allowing for more thorough cleaning of areas along walls and furniture.
5. Automatic power increase when the vacuum cleaner detects dirt.
6. The system of protection against hair tangling on the rollers using metal combs is well implemented.
7. Effective drying of rollers with warm air.
8. Well equipped with spare consumables.
9. The vacuum cleaner provides long operating time for dry cleaning thanks to its capacious battery.
10. Illumination of the cleaning area in the dry floor cleaning nozzle.
11. A fully assembled dry vacuum cleaner is lighter than most similar models.
12. Voice notifications in Russian.
13. Optimal price for a 4-in-1 vacuum cleaner.
14. Availability of warranty and service.

It's also worth mentioning the water sterilization mode, but since I can't test it, I can't objectively add it to the pluses, although for some it may still be an advantage.

Among the disadvantages I would like to highlight:

1. The kit doesn't include a turbo brush attachment for cleaning upholstery. It would make this vacuum cleaner much more versatile.
2. A small blind area still remains between the edge of the roller and the baseboard due to the presence of the clamp.
3. The washing vacuum cleaner itself is heavier than its analogues, so the ease of operation is inferior to some analogues.
4. In my opinion, the water supply to the rollers is too abundant, which is why small accumulations of water can be observed on the floor.
5. Combs trap hair, meaning you'll have to clean it out manually after each use.
6. It is forbidden to wash the floor in a horizontal position, which is relevant in 2025.
7. Non-removable battery.

Ultimately, I can say that, given the price, this upright wet/dry vacuum cleaner is still recommended. Yes, there are some issues, but many of them are typical for most wet/dry vacuum cleaners. Therefore, if these aren't critical for you and you're looking for an affordable wet/dry vacuum cleaner with full-featured dry cleaning of floors and carpets, it's worth considering.

On that note, I'd like to end this review. Thank you all for your attention, and happy shopping. Bye!