Miele - Blizzard CX1 TurboTeam

My first "adult" purchase was a Miele Blizzard CX1 Homecare. It was ~$1,000 USD about 8 years ago. I used to think Dyson was the king of vacuums, but Miele is on a different level.

And if you want bagless option I can recommend Miele blizzard CX1 cat and dog. We have it in our office and the cleaning lady is having difficulty to raise it from carpeted floor while vacuuming. I can't say it is quiet, but it is really powerful, we bought one for home too.

Get a George and you can clean carpets too. Proper bagged with Hepa filters and it does the job. Great for emergencies too as it works as a wet vac. Just for reference I have a Miele Blizzard and a Roomba too. If you want something slightly less industrial, the Miele.

They do but most do not recommend. Cx1 blizzard and I think some compact version of that as well.

I’ll second the Miele Turbo Team!

Agreed, no to the CX line. Miele tried, they did okay, still not as good as the C line.

Highly recommend the pet vacuums from Miele. I have the Blizzard CX1 model and have been using it almost every day for my cleaning business for the last 4 years. It's taken dings and bruises and some plastic bits of the canister are prone to falling off, but it's never given me any problems. Consistent suction, and it's great for dealing with all the hair. One client of mine owns 4 corgis who shed like mad. I have to empty the canister twice per visit, but it never bogs down.

Same, I'm obsessed with mine and it handles the hair from my dogs like it's nothing. Thing could suck the paint off the walls if I were so inclined. Maybe OP's one is clogged or faulty?

This is probably a silly question and I promise I don't mean to be condescending asking it, but the filters on the blizzard are a bit hidden. You've found the compartment situated behind the dust container which contains the big round filter with folds right? That's the main thing which needs to be cleaned out. Just want to make sure theres not a quick fix to get it working a little better for you. Otherwise the other comments are correct, the bagged models are generally better. And I don't recommend the turbo brush head for any serious carpet cleaning, motorized heads are far better.

I had a Miele blizzard which was really powerful but eventually conked out. I then bought the Miele pet vac triflex HX2. Where do I start - suction is very mediocre and bag fills up very quickly, emptying very fiddly and has 4 separate components where pet hair and dirt clogs and needs to be manually removed -frustrating and a big warning - do not waste your money.

I bought a Miele Blizzard CX1 maybe 5 years ago and I couldn't recommend it more.

Overall, Miele's bagless vacuums are not as good as their bagged vacuums. Their bagless vacuums only have single cyclones so their filters tend to clog up with dirt faster. Also, bagless vacuums in general are not good for allergies and require more maintenance than bagged vacuums. There are 2 Miele CX1 vacuums, the smaller Boost CX1 which is suction-only and the larger Blizzard CX1 which comes as suction-only or with a carpet powerhead. If you have low to medium pile carpet in small amounts the suction-only models can use a turbo brush. The carpet powerhead is better if you have lots of carpet or high pile/plush carpets. You can add a turbo brush to any model but you cannot add a carpet powerhead to other models because they lack the wiring. If you don't have allergies and only minimal amounts of low pile carpets the Miele CX1 models will work for your flooring. But they're messy to empty and you'll need to clean their filters regularly. They are nice quiet vacuums with good suction. $200 is a good price for any of the Miele CX1 models, they sell new for $600-1000. If you don't have allergies I would use this vacuum until you get tired of it and then replace. Or if you have allergies or asthma just replace it now for a hepa bagged vacuum.

Whoops, I thought you already bought it. I'm glad you didn't, the bagless Mieles are messy vacuums. The Miele C1 Cat & Dog comes with a carpet powerhead and it is the best model to look for. Any time you can get the carpet powerhead it will clean carpets better. The C3 Kona and C3 Cat & Dog also come with the carpet powerhead and if you luck out and find them for a low price. The C3 is more expensive because it has a longer cord and a tool compartment, but they have the same cleaning power as the C1. If you just have a little low pile carpet you might be able to get by with a turbo brush. In that case any bagged C1, C2, or C3 Miele can use a turbo brush. I'd say look for the C1 Cat & Dog first, the C1 Turbo and C1 Pure Suction as second choices. Miele's turbo brush is $150 and it's worth it over the generic tools because Miele's turbo brush keeps spinning much better than the generic copies. The Miele C1 Pure Suction is $400 new, so ideally you want to find a used C1 Pure Suction $100-150. The Miele C1 Turbo is $500, so around $150-200 is fair. Used prices should be half or less than a new vacuum because you'll need to buy new bags and filters and it comes with no warranty. Another option is the Powr-Flite Newton with Turbo Brush $171. This is a copy-cat of the Henry vacuums. It has strong suction but it's quiet. The Turbo Brush is made by the same German company that makes the turbo brushes for Miele. The Newton uses large hepa bags and has a long 35 ft. cord. Downsides are there's no automatic cord rewinder and the 2 included small tools are cheap.

Henry can be quite awkward on stairs as it’s too big to balance, shark lift away fares out better on stairs but not most powerful of suction, using a Miele blizzard at the moment suction is great but a lot of plastic parts that break ..just check eBay selling the parts. I’ve a wee robovac for kids to use upstairs good for quick tidy up but doesn’t replace a corded vacuum. I’m still searching for the one 🤞ever hopeful

I have the miele turbo. It thoroughly cleans area rugs and low pile carpet, and hardwood floors with 3 low shed pets and 5 people.

Wenn Du soviel Geld in die Hand nimmst: Miele CX - Serie; hat mein Schwager, ist gut. Wobei ich immer noch ein Freund von Beutelsaugern bin, die Beutel bringen einen preislich nicht um (und sind anders als Tintenpatronen nicht gechipt, günstige Drittanbieter also möglich) und sind sauberer. Du kannst die heutigen Staubsauger dennoch nicht mit denen von früher™ vergleichen - die Technik heute ist zwar effizienter, aber an die 2200W - Dinger kommt sie dennoch nicht ran. Quelle: haben einen neuen 890W Miele und einen älteren mit 2200W - der nuckelt wesentlich schneller mit der XL-Parkettdüse (übrigens sehr zu empfehlen) über den Boden.

I used to have the miele cx1 and while it is absolutely fantastic, the plastic parts are a let down. Now we have shark navigator and while bulky, it is incredible. So much suction power, big canister, lightweight and easy to manoeuvre.

Can you tell me how to get the best effort from the Miele? I bought the pet one and it's not love over here. It left my disappointed honestly.

Ours is bagless, but it doesn't grab the dirt and isn't great on carpet at all, maybe we got a dud.

99% of all vacuum advice questions especially in this sub will lead back to “Get a Miele or Sebo.” In your case I would look at Miele in particular as they have their own line of cordless vacuums which I feel you could really enjoy, even if others may not recommend them, (if you go this route get a Triflex not a Duoflex). As well as their more budget friendly canisters are incredible for hard floors, a Classic C1 Pure Suction or Turbo Team, or C3 Calima (depending on budget and preference) would all be excellent and enjoyable options.

We have a Miele cx and it's grand on the floors and carpets. I mean, it's a vaccum cleaner and is designed for normal household stuff. Does it really make any sense that the rolls Royce of household appliances would make a vaccum thats unsuited to an absolutely normal house floor variety?

Fully agree I've never enjoyed vacuuming as much as after getting a miele Bagless canister vacuum. It Glides around effortlessly, it has gooseneck at several locations to make sure I can rotate the hose whatever the fuck Direction I want regardless of whether or not I have an attachment on it. And while being just as if not more powerful than every other vacuum I've ever had it is quiet even at its maximum level. I can easily maintain a conversation without having to shout. The HEPA filter is easy to clean thanks to the little flicker dial thing I just pull it out hold it over the trash and go to town on that until the chunks stop coming out and when it gets too bad for that it's a washable filter. I also have one of their stackable washing machine and heat pump dryers and I love both of those to death as well. Also went with them for my dishwasher best dishwasher I've ever had doesn't matter what I stick in that thing it will get it clean. I have put baked lasagna trays in there that have sat out overnight with absolutely no soaking or pre rinsing of any kind and it gets it every time. I will definitely be sticking with the brand they are worth their extra cost

I have a bagless Miele canister vacuum that’s a year old now, and I wish I had bought the bagged version. The bagless has two filters that get dirty quickly and need to be washed.

“I like seeing the dirt in the canister, too! I bought a SEBO D4 and I guess it’s cleaning well…I don’t know..” I have a D4 as well. You don’t need a see-thru dust bin to see if dirt is being picked up. Just open the canister and look through the hole that takes in the dirt. I went through 3 bagless machines and then I saw the light and bought a Miele which lasted 15 years and just recently bought the SEBO. I use the hose to vacuum up bugs on the walls. I don’t want to see them inside a transparent dust bin. 😁. Yuck.

Posting in solidarity- my Miele was also a massive waste of money. Sticking with whatever they sell at Walmart for the rest of my life.

I've had the bagless Miele cat/dog model for a year and i *fucking hate* this thing, coming from a Dyson Ball upright style prior. The power cord is a few feet shorter than the Dyson, enough to make covering the whole house from a single receptacle impossible (obviously a me-specific grievance). The hose is about 1 foot shorter than it feels like it should have been engineered for ergonomics sake. The electric floorhead is a piece of shit where neither of the pedals work well (the upright release struggles to engage and the height adjust constantly glitches, skipping heights or landing in between heights). The floorhead is also slightly higher off the ground, just enough to constantly scrape the underside of cabinets and rub off paint. The canister feels like it's constantly in the way, bumping into shit and being a persistent tripping hazard (this would be less of an issue if the hose was longer). The rod and floorhead assembly just barely balances up-right on it's own; its just a matter of time before it tips and damages a wall. I spent 2.5X on a Miele, based mostly on Reddit sentiment, because I was tired of replacing plastic parts on Dysons. The Miele is constantly shedding pieces of plastic around the fittings of the rod and the foot release for the floorhead/rod has already broken once, which required two out of town trips to an authorized repair center to get fixed (Miele won't just sent you parts). Given the current 5 year warranty on Dysons and the cost difference, I'd have been better off sticking to the Dysons even if worst-case I only got 5 years out of each of them.

2 recs.... 1: I got a shitty Eufy robot vacuum that patrols the area surrounding the litterbox. This is not a good vacuum for an entire room. It is ONLY capable of vacuuming the area in front of the litterbox, which limits litter tracking elsewhere..... 2: a Miele with the Turbo brush for carpets -- it makes the carpet your bitch. Everything gets out of it. Any Miele.... just make sure you get the carpet attachment.

I would disregard the recommendation list posted here as it does not reflect the availability and value in the Australian market.  The Miele models down under completely eliminated an electric nozzle and at best offer just a turbo nozzle for carpet.  For wall to wall carpet with pets, the turbo nozzle will be a vacuuming and  maintenance nightmare. I would suggest you prioritize a vacuum with an electric nozzle.  Sebo still sells canisters and upright vacuums electric nozzles, but as you found out they are disproportionately $$$. If you want a Sebo for the BIFL quality and maintenance ease, save up gradually or  maybe try looking second hand. Otherwise I would suggest you look at what's actually available around you that has an electric brush roll.  Even a basic Shark Navigator (not the duo clean heads with 2 brush rolls) will perform better on carpeted households than an air driven turbobrush.

I just found one at the goodwill bins, the pet hair version with power head. I paid about $8. Took it to local Miele dealer to service because I didn’t feel like cleaning it myself. Cost me another $100. I feel like I won the lottery! I’ve been wanting one for three years.

The general consensus here is that stick vacs as a whole aren't good. I think I'm inclined to agree when it comes to the absolute budget end of the spectrum like this. They won't perform and they won't last long. However I do genuinely think that stick vacs serve a purpose so I'm not against them like a lot of others on this sub. I have one that I use for quick pick ups and a quick run around every few days just to keep things looking ok. It is hugely convenient and my most used vacuum. But I have a corded canister and upright vacuum for deeper cleans every week or so. If I need to do a "proper" clean, the stick vac isn't coming out. You just have to go into the purchase knowing that even if you spend a little more, they're not going to be the longest lasting thing and won't perform as well as a half decent mains powered vacuum with a powered head, and in some cases they won't even perform as well as a canister with a turbo brush. Do you need the convenience of a stick vac? And what flooring do you mainly have?

Whilst it's less convenient, I find a canister vacuum the lightest to work with, although you do need to manoeuvre the machine around on the floor. With a canister you're barely holding any weight in your hand, it's all down on the floor. For above floor cleaning it's the best experience, and then for carpets and floors it's also easy as you're only pushing around the wand and floor head. In terms of lightweight sticks I don't know too many really I'm afraid. Sebo balance and Dyson V12 are both light. I can't speak to the longevity and quality of either though. I owned a V12 for a bit and it was light to use but I returned it as couldn't justify the expense for my daily runaround vacuum. I own a Levoit LVAC 200 which is...fine...but does a poor job on carpets, it will really only skim the surface. I replaced that with a Tineco Pure One Station Five. It's a bit heavier but it does the job and I picked it up new in box on eBay for about £125. The self empty station really helps and it does an ok job just keeping things looking clean. However I'm not sure how long it'll last as some of the joints are already getting creaky and loose.

If you get one with a turbo brush it'll be ok, not fantastic but it'll be better than just a straight suction head. I use a Miele canister with a turbo brush and it doesn't dig as deep as my upright with a powered head but it's fine. If you have low pile carpets then it should be ok. For me the convenience of a canister is the versatility of using it for above floor cleaning of upholstery, dusting etc...then also hard floors and area rugs/carpets. There are very limited canister vacuums available in the UK with powered heads, basically I think it's only Sebo who do them now - the K3, E3 and D4. However even the K3 is probably above your budget.

I have both the canister vac for pets and the cordless for pets and I love them. They are on the pricier side, but worth every penny. The canister has so many tools that you can clean the drapes (they get hair on them, too), under the sofa cushions, it goes mostly flat so you can go under furniture. It’s the best clean I have had with a canister. Also, I have to use it with my bad back. I use it every week or once every two weeks. I also have the latest model stick vac. I love it when I am not using the canister. Use the floor attachment from the canister for the stick vac on hardwood floors and it works great. There is not a lot of room in the basket, but you will die when you see what one room has. Lol. The basket is easy to empty.

I forgot to mention these are Miele vacuums.

Ik heb de cat & dog versie (want die is mooi rood) en de roterende opzetstuk twv 80 bij Miele is echt een verademing op tapijt. Opzet stukjes onder de motorkap en stofzakken zijn super.

Miele is geweldig. 24 jaar geleden de cat&dog gekocht, en die doet het nog steeds super. Elke dag gebruikt, 1xonderdeel vervangen.

Kijk voor een tweedehandse Miele cat&dog.

Hier nog een fan. Alleen geen fan van de roterende borstel, maar dat kan zijn omdat ik langharige katten heb; de haren slaan erom heen en zijn lastig te verwijderen. Het langd snoer is echt geweldig.

If your dog sheds, then the Miele Cat & Dog is the best choice. But it is a bit on the heavy side if you are carrying it up and down stairs So 2nd on the list is a Shark. We have the Miele, but as we have a Cockerpoo we use the Shark all the time now. In fact we bought a 2nd one to live permanently upstairs. Under no circumstances would I buy a Dyson. Or Die-Soon as we call them here. Too many friends have had problems with them.

We use Miele Cat & Dog vacuum, it works pretty well. The other trick is to brush your dog daily. I'm a big fan of the German Acti-Vet brush line, they're professional groomer level tools and absolutely worth the money. Aside from those, it's a matter of minimising fabric surfaces and choosing fabrics that don't grab fur quite that badly. Velvet is out, shiny sleek polyester curtains in.

Second the Miele cat & dog. Had a Dyson it couldn’t handle the floof.

I've just got a Miele cat&dog but I've got two kids and a 4 bed house. Don't rate Dyson, looked at a Henry but I read that the pipe bits come apart easily and I can't be doing with that. The Miele is simple to use and lightweight. Does need bags but on a small flat, one should last you ages.

Yeah I have a Miele cat&dog I have abused it significantly, big hairy dog, 2 house moves with redecorating (paint wallpaper etc) and I’m not careful with it at all cos if I’m hoovering I’m grumpy. Still going strong.

I agree with this list. I have a V15 detect and it is what I use 95% of the time. It is just so convenient to grab it off the charger and be cleaning up a mess 1 second later. However, I bought it expecting it to last 10 years, probably with a battery replacement along the way. If I were to own only 1 vacuum, the Miele cat&dog is what I would have bought based on reviews. Call me lazy, but I bet my house would be less clean if that was my only vacuum. Dragging it out, dealing with the hose and cord, getting an extension cord or moving the car if I want to use it outside are all small but annoying barriers to quick cleans. I can take my Dyson off the charger, suck up a little spill, even step outside and empty it into the trash by the time I'd have a corded vacuum ready to go. If you live in a small house or apartment, the battery Dysons can be your only vacuum, but I think for larger homes you still want a corded machine. For what it is worth, my other vacuum is a DC24 from 2004ish, and while I didn't expect it to last all that long either, it still works good as new. I replaced the hose once about 10 years ago after I tore it. I like how modular it is so it can be taken all apart and cleaned and parts can be replaced like Legos.

A Kenmore canister would easily fall under your budget and have a lot of the ergonomic features you need, like lightweight, cord reel, foot pedals, and fingertip controls. Tbh any canister these days have foot pedals and cord rewinds. I'm a Miele fan, but sebos are a better value. If you can get the Sebo k3 from a dealer (usually for under $700) that would be your best bet. You'd use your dominant hand to maneuver the floor head while using your non dominant to pull at the hose to reposition the canister as you go. If you don't have two hands at your disposal pulling the canister and working in sections while surrounding the canister also works. Bonus points if your place is the perfect size for the canister to use only one plug centrally. These canisters tend to have less weight in hand than even stick models (other than the upright style stick models). These canisters will also last 20 years, with each bag filling up every 3-9 months depending on if you have pets and how many people you have at home. Bagless vacuums require deep cleaning and filter maintenance that will aggravate allergies with the aerosolization of fine dust. with bagged models, you simply toss and replace the bag every few months, and replace the filter every 4ish bags (which works out to 2-3 years for a smaller home/family). Sure it's a disposable, but they're made from recycled fibers already and it's a better prospect than buying a subpar machine every few years. It is also just more hygienic. And are the only option for folks with the worst allergies. Sebos work excellently and have good filtration, however Mieles, with their HEPA filter do filter slightly better and function better and more quietly, however they are more expensive. Any Miele with the parquet twister floor tool and seb217 would be right for you. I recommend buying it from a dealer as you can mix and match the floor heads. From a dealer you can get the c3 Kona with the seb217 (instead of the 228 bc it's lighter) for under $850 on sale, and there are sales. You might be able to get the c1 homecare model for cheaper, so ask about that. The cat & dog model is cheaper but you'll want the HEPA filter. Also Miele bags & filters are cheaper than sebos, even if youre using Miele HEPA with the full size machines. Sebo parts are only sold by dealers and they're very expenny. The Miele allergy pack is 8 bags and a heap filter for $55 (~retail for the Miele HEPA or Sebo filters alone). Other than that, I'd say lookout on the used marketplaces for good deals. I got my $1800 Miele for $300, so it's possible. Good luck.

we have a miele cat&dog (bought around 2012 for +/-200€) and it still works perfect!

I bought a Miele Cat & Dog hair machine this month in the black friday sale, it wasn't so bad price wise. Very good for the quality though. Loved using it. It replaces our Henry, which I was finding just a bit too clunky and heavy for regular use.

Miele is amazing. We got a pet fur specific one last year on an awesome Black Friday sale via Amazon. We have four pets (two dogs and two cats), and three of them are crazy shedders, so I was specifically looking for a good vacuum for fur. This is the best vacuum I've ever had. If you are in the USA and can hold off a month, you might find a great sale for Miele over Thanksgiving weekend. If you are interested in the model we got, let me know and I can look it up. I think we spent about $400-500 USD and it was probably typically an $800 vacuum. ETA: Sorry, I should have mentioned that, in my experience, the pet fur Miele is also great for dust/allergens, which is why I mentioned it!

I’ve had a Dyson. I’ve had a Hoover. I’ve tried a robot vacuum (although I admittedly should have got a better one of these). Hands down though, the best is the Miele Pet Pro. The power of that thing is unmatched. I wouldn’t buy anything else when it comes to heeler hair.

My Miele canister HEPA vacuum has lasted me thru 3 Labs so far and it is still running great. Yea it is expensive but this is "last forever" kind of vacuum. If you have rugs get the rug attachment head that is motorized (as opposed to the rug attachment where the brush spins based solely on suction). I have had this vacuum now for 18 yrs.

Even if you pay more for the stick, still buy the Miele. :-) I have a Miele HEPA canister and a Dyson V12, with a total cost of about $1000 (on sale). They are more than worth it.

I too vote for having both. My housecleaner uses my Miele HEPA canister to do a deeper clean of all the floors and to vacuum upholstery, baseboards, etc. I use a Dyson V12 ($450 on sale) for quick cleanups on my hard surface floors in between house cleaner visits - basically, what you would use a broom for in the old days. Plus, I use it as a hand vac. Tbh, I also have a second cordless I use for quick vacuums of my carpeted bedrooms in between housecleaner visits. And, a shop vac for the unfinished basement and screened in porch. It might seem extravagant to have paid almost $1500 for this four-vacuum collection. But, I expect them to last me many years, and they keep my house a lot cleaner with less work! Plus, I save money on housecleaning as these vacuums allow me to go longer between cleaning visits. Four less housecleaner visits a year saves $900, so they have already paid for themselves.

i was so disappointed by the miele i bought ([proof](https://www.reddit.com/r/VacuumCleaners/comments/hd317t/got_a_miele_disappointed_help/)) that ive since assumed everyone on reddit is a shill and yes i tried the $150 heads and i made sure the vacuum is turned On etc etc

The comment regarding the handle creaky sounds and audible air leak... I have found the audible air leak in multiple Miele canisters (over the years) AND Sebo. I don't think this is a change from previous models I've used. It just seems to be a reality that they don't see as a significant concern (ie. likely to not affect performance in a meaningful way, but preventing it would probably require fittings that would likely add cost, decrease dependability, and in the very least, wear down with not much use to the point that they ultimately start leaking). I really don't think it likely makes a noteworthy difference and they know the benefit:cost situation. As for the creaky handle -with even slight "give" in it, I have definitely noted it, but again, I believe it is one of those, "it doesn't actually affect anything in a meaningful way, but it does allow for the fit and connections as intended" situations. I could be wrong, but if it were an issue, I think warranty costs alone would discourage them from continuing with the practice. BUT, again, there is no doubt, that it is a very real thing. I haven't had an issue with the swivel of the ET-1 but prefer how light and maneuverable it feels to me. The low profile is also much better than \*most\* of the high end power heads I've used. Thank you for the review and thoughts. It is nice to hear about experiences!

Have a Miele canister. Paid a fraction of the price for it when I found one at the thrift store that someone neglected to clean their pet hair out of - but outstanding vaccuum.

I have a Miele canister. Love it! We have a lot of hard surfaces (hard wood and tile). I got the extra large attachment for hard floors, but honestly the normal sized one it comes with would be sufficient.

I have a Miele canister vac that's great for hardwoods and rugs. personally, I prefer it to a stick vacuum (I can use it in couch crevices/on any upholstery, etc), and it's going on 24 years strong.

Well,I did it. I walked into a vacuum cleaner store and repair shop just to see this Sebo upright people refer to. I had already ordered a Kenmore BU4050 based on reviews although I have never seen one. I've been through every vacuum type imaginable in the last - ahem - 40 years. Starting with Electrolux canister on glider rails, a family hand-me-down. Dirt Devil tiny little canister. Hoover upright, Sanitaire commercial upright, Miele stick vac with removable handheld dustbuster thing, Miele canister. Had a Dyson V5 for when the canister was too heavy to pull out. Shark Navigator Pet upright - nimble, easy to use, went under bed - I liked it for a long time but slider for floor type change got stuck and it all those plastic parts got a little rickety. I learned: While cordless is quick and easy, it's also weak suction. Sanitair upright cleaned well on carpet but no accessories. Dysons are pretty colored plastic but all marketing, hurts my wrist, went through 2 batteries, just top heavy, and poor suction. Miele corded stick vacuum had very strong suction but was too heavy and center of mass is midway up so awkward unless you are very strong and was not self standing. Miele canister is great but all those accessories take up a lot of space and I'm over moving canisters around and banging the wall. Bagless was good as a novelty but so messy - the vacuum itself attracted dust and emptying always led to some dust on me. So I wanted a bagged, corded, self-standing, upright that had a low center of gravity, was nimble, no too heavy, and could go under the bed. Even though the sales guy was enthusiastic and informative but not pushy, the Sebo Felix sold itself. I bought the Sebo Felix even though I wasn't going there to buy, just see it. It does every thing I want and is much quieter. 10 year warranty, locally serviced by "Onyx" dealer \[that's what they call official dealers\], give loaner vacs if it takes more than 3 days. The store has been there 26 years, first the father and now the son owns it. They repair every brand of vacuum but only sell Sebo, Miele, and some in-the-wall systems. When I think of all the money I've spend on vacuums .... The good ones were Electrolux, Miele, Sanitaire, and for a while the Shark impressed me. Now I hope the Sebo will be my last vacuum. $700 US, price goes up $200 on September 25 due to tariffs. Dealer said he's sold 17 of them this month from special orders I will return the Kenmore BU4050 unopened when it arrives.

Twenty seven years ago we purchased a Eureka canister that broke within a year. We ended up with a Miele. That thing still runs and I use it to clean my unfinished basement twice a year. My new Miele canister lives on my first floor for hardwood and my Sebo upright in s upstairs for carpeting. The Sebo is heavy but it’s a beast that will definitely outlive me. I now have two very cheap cordless vacuums that I use like Dustbusters. I’ve never understood why people buy that Dyson crap. There are complaints everywhere. There’s a difference between a company that spends money on engineering and quality and one that spend it on advertising. Dyson spends it on advertising. I’d vote for Miele everyday.

The canister is superior for vacuuming furniture, drapes, blinds and other things that accumulate dirt. I use the canister for actual cleaning & my stick for quick pickups. Go cheap with the stick & buy the Miele.

My ex didn't like dragging around the canister vacuum I bought in 2005 and would buy a new Dyson or Shark stick vac every year. My Miele outlasted my marriage 💃🏽

My Miele canister vac is 20 years old this year!

I heart my Miele canisters too. I really do.

I love my Miele canisters. They are not heavy like those old Electrolux that never died.

I have mine on a long enough extension cord that it can cover the entire first floor without unplugging. I suppose an upright would be easier but these canisters do such a good job. I vacuum the kitchen and bathrooms even. I bought them from eBay. I have no idea why anybody would sell a vacuum that works perfectly but they do.

Totally feel this. Miele = beast mode suction, but stick = grab and go. Keep both! Miele for deep cleans, stick for daily chaos 👌

Hardwood floors here. Dyson upright lasted... 9 years, I just looked up when we bought it. It just failed, and it basically outlasted our cats. I was using it a few times a week, sometimes quite heavy use. It's the ball one, animal something. I used it to vacuum up stray litter - I'd fill the receptacle area twice in a single vacuum, 11 litter boxes in one area, 3 in another, so lots of litter got scattered on the floor. Most of our house is hardwood or tile or whatever, not a lot of carpet. Warning - it pulls in so hard that it doesn't move on carpet, except commercial welcome mat type stuff which we have under the litter boxes. What was nice about the Dyson was that I could leave the vacuum at the bottom of the stairs and do the entire stairs with the narrow nozzle because the hose tube thing was so long. Also no bags. Was a bit noisy, and heavy to lug around. We only had to wash it out every now and then. Seems like motor burnt out, or something. We have a Miele canister now, but I haven't had to deal with 8 cats worth of hair, just 1. We got it with the single use bags but got a reusable one, and I've emptied it twice now (from one vacuuming of litter and such). It's very quiet - I often turn it off by accident when it's running - and lightweight. 2 filters and 1 bag, so lots of stuff to replace on a regular basis. It was so quiet I was worried it wouldn't work well, but I've been pleasantly surprised with it. It's on par with the Dyson. Hate the Shark. Used it at work (almost 5 years), virtually useless, and we don't have cats there (lol). Two locations, 4 vacuums. They just don't pull up stuff, don't do anything. They were rated really good by Consumer Reports, but my experience with them was extremely poor. Two failed at the places where I worked, so I ordered 2 more, hoping that the bad ones were just one offs. I'd have to run over the same bit of leaf or whatever a few times to pick it up. I overhauled them etc but no better. New ones that I got for the store (I bought one for one location, then another for the other), same experience. I told the store management not to order them, to find something else. Had bagless Bissels. They burned out after about 5-6 months. I worked for a while at a place that sold them so I bought them somewhat regularly. Felt like a waste of materials and landfill so went for the Dyson after going through maybe 6-8 Bissels. Normally I'm a "buy it once the right way" kind of person, but for some reason I went through a zillion Bissels. The Dyson was a "buy it once the right way" and I hope the Miele is too.

Yep, I can confirm this. We exclusively used a stick vacuum for \~5 years until I finally bit the bullet and bought a Miele. We filled up the bag in a single day before I had even finished all the rooms. I was disgusted that that much stuff had been stuck in our carpet that whole time.

Depends on the Dyson. If it was an upright (especially bagless) it was likely very loud and also not as efficient. These Miele canister vacuums are literally quiet enough that you can hold a normal volume conversation with someone while you clean.

Going off your requirements including 80% carpet 20% hard floors, 2 cats, reliable and easy to repair: you’re looking at $550+. So Sebo Dart or Felix if you want an upright or Miele canister.

Love my Miele canister vacuum, almost never have to de-hair it. Have had it for about 10 years.

Miele. Don't need the super duper pet model. We have 3 dogs and a standard Miele canister model handles it all easily.

When I bought my newest vacuum, I went to Consumer Reports. I use them for so many things! They recommended my microwave that has been working for 21 years… Anyway, I used them recently (a year or so ago) for vacuums, their top rated one was a Miele canister model. I’ve only ever used upright models, but I splurged (horrifically expensive) and I’m completely amazed. I’m addicted to vacuuming now. I will have this vacuum for the rest of my life. You can also ask for recommendations on r/buyitforlife.

We have two miele cannisters now. One upstairs and one down. They're really good. But these days, like crazy pricey. The blue one we got last year cost 1400 bucks.

I replaced an old Dyson DC21 with the C3, and I'll tell you, the Miele canister is way easier to drag around than the heavy clunky old Dyson ever was.

It's just simple physics. Internals clogs due to how they're made meaning they dinner then later break. Batteries also fail soon. But yourself a good canister vacuum they'll last for life, like the Sebo or Miele. Both made in Germany. The Sebo bags are cheap and are winning all the awards nowadays. Great machine for $500.

Pricey but worth it - Miele. I bought mine in 1994, no repairs, no loss of suction. Multiple HEPA filters, large dust bags that slide close on removal so no dust everywhere. I have a canister model, flooring is hardwood, tile and area ( oriental style) rugs. There’s a turbo head for carpeting that really cleans deep.

Yikes mine cost $400 in ‘94 and that was lot then

I have a CXT vacuum at home. I originally bought it as a way to trick my toddler into helping me clean, but I've found that it's great as a quick, convenient cleaning tool. However, it doesn't really suffice on its own. I keep a Miele canister for serious cleaning jobs and have robot vacuuming running daily as well. I also have mostly hardwood flooring and low pile rugs - heavier carpeting would also not be good for the Makita. It has its place in the right ecosystem.

I’m allergic to cats and have 2 anyway. I have two robot vacuums - one for each floor of the house that run on a schedule. I also have a Miele canister vacuum that I use for the furniture a couple times a week and anywhere the robots can’t get to. I have an air purifier also. Using pet wipes routinely on the cats helps reduce the dander also. They do not sleep with me but they do like to lay on my bed during the day but never near my pillows. I pet them all the time but always wash my hands immediately afterward. I refuse to get rid of my cats. I’ll deal with the consequences.

I have my parents old Miele that is around 30 years or more too. My partner likes the dyson stick but I still think the Miele does a better job

I tired of low Dyson quality and opted for a Miele canister vac. It’s no stick vac but it really works and is likely to last a long time. No more Dyson for me, and no more wasting money on crap stick vacs that don’t really work like plug in vacs.

I’m in the Miele camp. Mine is about 10 years old and still going strong. I’ve had to replace parts over the years but that comes with the territory. All of my clients have hard flooring and some rugs scattered throughout, so the canister works well for me. I just have the carpet attachment that runs on the suction from the vac, and it’s fine. I’m not dealing with heavy pet hair however. They also have models that feature an electric powered carpet head but those start to get very pricey. I rarely have to mess with the canister. Miele is a different kind, it’s designed much better than “normal” ones that drive me nuts. The attachments are easy to access and change out, and I can literally do ceiling to floor maintenance with them. Cobwebs in the corner? It can reach. Need to dust top of the door trim and baseboards? Easy peasy. And I’m short, only 5’3”. I do not understand how yall use an upright for whole house cleaning. Every one I’ve ever used, I had to fight the terrible little scrunched up hose they usually have, trying to drag the vac and use the hose at the same time is a nightmare. And it just doesn’t reach well. I prefer a vac over hand dusting so I will stick with what works. With the Miele I can do the lampshades, all the window trim, you name it. Good luck!

My cleaner encouraged me to get one when he started, after showing me that my current upright wasn't working well. I personally prefer an upright but I did get the Meile

I found a used Miele canister on Facebook marketplace, and that thing is awesome. It does require bags (I don’t mind, better for my allergies and I can get generic ones via Amazon). Bonus, it’s a nice enough vacuum that when if it breaks in the future, it can be repaired.

Bought Miele canister in 1991 and still sucks like a . . . anyway, hasn’t lost a step in all those years. Best there is

I've had my Miele (canister style) for 30 years. 🙌

I will say that while the actual motor is working great, the plastic that surrounds the cannister (the part that's under the rim) has gotten brittle and when I bumped the cannister into furniture or the wall when pulling it, the plastic started breaking off. That started about three years ago (and a LOT of plastic has broken off!), but it's still going strong!

omg, I just realized I can tell some co-workers, "My vacuum cleaner has been working longer than you've been alive!"

I use a Miele at someone’s house and I love it, the suction is amazing. If you want something similar for way cheaper I highly recommend the Eureka Might Mite. It’s like $100 and it has the same suction as a Miele. It’s plastic so it’s light, the two tubes together are really long so easy to reach ceilings for cobwebs and stuff. It doesn’t last as long like a Miele would but it’s freakin awesome.

If you want a high quality vacuum that does everything well check out the Miele canister models.

SEBO for upright. Miele for canister. Miele has slightly better filtration than SEBO but I personally prefer SEBO canisters and uprights due to better warranty and cost of ownership

Miele canister, any model.

I also have one and definitely have had to de-hair it. However, it’s not miserable to do and it’s definitely worth it!

I'm not a housekeeper, but I have a Miele - going on 20 years now. Its amazing. It makes cleaning go so fast. I have a cordless LG that I use for quick tidy ups in between deep cleans, but for monthly deep cleans, I use the Miele and the place just feels SO CLEAN afterwards.

We have 2 currently. A stick (3 in 1 unit) for light duty quick tasks and a canister for bigger jobs. Never an issue with my Miele vacuums. Only ever replaced one Miele and that was because we moved continents and the voltage was different so we sold the old one.

Miele canister is a beast

Miele canister or SEBO. Go German.

I’ve got a Miehle canister and I love it

Miele are fantastic. I have both the canister vacuum and the stick version. The cannister version would suck a football from over the garden wall .....

Not sure if this would be worthwhile for you, but I decided to buy a used Miele canister so that I could try a canister in my house. I just got it the other day, so the jury is still out on if I will stay in canisters, but if you’re curious about canisters, it might not be a bad idea to buy a used one (make sure the bag compartment is clean, if dirty its no good). Then you get to try it out for as long as you want, and if you don’t like it you can sell it and get most (if not all—depending on how good of a deal you get) of your money back. I know many suggest going to a dealer to try before you buy, and while that would help, in my case I would prefer to clean my own floors in my own home. This lets my wife try it a few times too.

I really have to echo the positives about Miele. I have a canister and upright. The upright is great but weighs a ton. Has great attachments and hose for furniture etc. I bought it first and added the canister a couple years ago during Amazon prime days, or maybe Black Friday. I find the canister a lot easier to use simply because of the weight. It lends itself to quick cleanups. The upright I get out if I’m deep cleaning. Definitely BIFL.

I have Miele canister vacuum for my own home. I can't imagine having to change its bag after two or three homes! They'd have to be massive castles.

We bought a canister during COVID germ panic and I am never going back. We have pets and the difference in what the canister picked up vs our upright Hoover was astounding. Edited to say we went with Miele.

I dont think it is my mom bought one and within 1 year it had battery and filter issues. Dyson looks cool and neat due to marketing, but when you have to dispose of the dust and dirt, it ends up flying everywhere, which is my main complaint and reason I stopped using my Dyson and gave it away after 5 years. It is also impossible to clean with so many components. if you want a quality vacuum, i would get a Miele or sebo canister vacuum. It is pricey, but canister vacuum compacts the dust and dirt into a bag and you just dispose the bag. No dust flying everywhere. Simple to clean.

Abt. You will find the staff super knowledgeable and know you will be protected if you end up hating what you choose. Personally, I love Miele canisters as they last for a very long time. When I lived downtown I was in a vacuum shop (this would have been around 2008) and a woman was bringing in her Miele from the 80’s for repair. But I absolutely love Abt for any big purchases.

I've had my Meile for 10+ years. It will not quit, wont die. I love it.

I’ve had a Dyson V8 for 10+ years, main vacuum (hardwood floors and low pile rugs) and replaced the battery once. It doesn’t do our whole house without a charge, no big deal. There is one guy in particular (that I’ve noticed) that posts negative comments about Dyson and I just skip over his comments because it’s repetitive and I’ve found it to be untrue. We now have a Miele canister vac as well and don’t love it.

I have 3 vacuums that I use for different types of cleaning. Cordless(not Dyson but someday I go or will be!!) is my ‘daily driver’ and while it’s not the best vacuum ever, it’s the primary reason that my house stays clean. Its battery lasts about 25 minutes and it tackles cat hair and dust like a champ. Then I have a Miele canister vacuum, it’s the work horse. It’s a pain to drag out and always ends up getting pulled from the outlet because the cord is annoyingly short but it is crazy powerful. Then I have a central vac system. I solely use this for keeping ceiling corners free of cobwebs a couple times per year because it’s light and has a super long hose but it’s cumbersome and the central canister is in the basement crawl space so I use it minimally to avoid having to empty it often. Together they take up a lot of space but I wouldn’t willingly get rid of any of them

Dyson marketing department got you good if you think it cleans better than a miele.

I’ve always kind of wondered about that too. Consumer Reports consistently puts Kenmores way up the list while Miele and Sebo get a lot more love here. Part of it is probably how CR weights things: price-to-performance, availability in big box stores, and maybe even the way they test suction vs. long-term reliability. Kenmore also has broader distribution in the U.S., which probably gives CR more samples to work with. I can’t speak to kickbacks or partnerships, but it wouldn’t shock me if brand relationships played a role in how much attention certain models get. All I know from experience is that I went from a bagless Shark to a Miele canister, and the difference in how clean my carpets look and feel is night and day. If you prefer to look at it more objectively, there’s a really helpful [vacuum comparison spreadsheet](https://www.reddit.com/user/lacking_foyer48/comments/1lj76h3/vacuum_cleaners_compared_comprehensive_datasheet/) another Redditor put together where you can line up all the specs across brands. For me, once I saw the numbers side by side, it was pretty clear why Miele gets the reputation it does.

Thanks for the explanation. I’ve tried my families Miele canister when I lived with them and never got the hang of it. Would the Felix and the Lindhaus valzer be about the only two worthwhile options?

Kenmore intuition It's a solid machine that is just a good vacuum overall, it should make you happy for a good amount of time! Check around, you can usually find it right at your budget. Even then it's worth going over by the $10 or so. There are a couple different colors with some other tools and stuff, generally the same machine however. https://www.amazon.com/Kenmore-Intuition-Friendly-Handi-Mate-Combination/dp/B08NPBCG97 Also, always do a good search at your local thrift stores and marketplaces for good machines that people don't want! To date I have found a Miele canister, a Kenmore Intuition, and then an older Progressive that I actually used to have years ago. *I know you don't want bags but the name brand Kenmore bags are like diapers, filter well, and last a long time. For your price range you will be hard pressed to find a bagless machine that will make you as happy as this one. Trust me, I've tried lol

This will likely be downvoted, and I’m not sure if this qualifies as BIFL, but I LOVE my Dyson V8. I’ve rebuilt it several times with cheap after-market parts from Amazon when anything has gone out. The battery has gone out 2-3x (after years of use) . The battery replacement is like $25 and I recently replaced the entire vac head for $20. It’s very satisfying to keep bringing this thing back to life. As an aside I also have a Miele canister vac but it doesn’t get used more than once a week whereas the Dyson is a daily use, and we have a dog that sheds a lot.

They are my favourite! I’ve also gotten a few of my clients to buy them when their vacs have broken down, they don’t regret them 😄

My Miele canisters (I have two) have both been perfect forever-- one is around 25 years old, one is about 18-- without maintenance beyond changing the filters. I have replaced a few of the attachments. I used both of them professionally for several years as well. They were refurbished when I got them! So worth the money.

We got a Dyson stick for quick and spot cleaning. We got a corgi that sheds like crazy. It helps with maintaince of the fur. A Miele canister is BIFL and will hold up with per hair.

Did the same. After 2 dyson stick vacuums, I realized they are crap. My miele canister vacuum is a beast.

You will find SEBO and Miele to be on the level of that quality that you're looking for. Those machines are sold based on your flooring type and size house. Gide to SEBO models https://youtu.be/Usz8IAj_qyI Gide to Miele. https://youtu.be/whyDx0ChTcA Kenmore is owned and made in China I wouldn't expect quality I have seen quite a few models die after just a year or two. I think you should keep in mind that even back in the '80s Electrolux canister vacuums typically sold for noth of $800. Most quality Vacuums in the United States sell for $400-1200. You can also sometimes find a deal on open boxes or used machines on marketplace. Hope that helps.

Just buy a Sebo or Miele canister vacuum and be done with it.

Miele all day every day! They are phenomenal. I have dogs and I have one of the canister models. Also get the mini turbo brush miele makes. Seriously the best thing ever for pet fur.

Miele is the best vacuum I've ever used. I first tried one at a clients home years ago. They're so powerful and effective, they're quiet, they're easy to maintain and clean. The designers/engineers thought of everything, even considering cord length in regard to average room size for the model I have. Good attachments too! Thyre pricey, but you can get them certified pre-owned in great condition. Get a bagless car and dog version if you can!

Canister vacuum. Miele works well enough we haven't bought a new one in a long long time.

The only thing I DONT like about our Meile is the”Turbo Head” is just air driven, not motor driven. Costco version. Basically just stalls in longer rugs

Bagless is trash! I’ve had all the popular name brands. They all end up reeking and blowing dust. Just about any high end bagged vacuum will kick a bagless’s butt. If it takes a paper bag, it’s not high end. Look for heavy (expensive) cloth type bags. You’ll never go back. I personally love my Miele canister vac. It’s about 13 years old now, and still running just like when it was new. It doesn’t blow dust everywhere, is easy to swap the bag. And doesn’t require any extra cleaning or maintenance. Just keep the bag replaced as necessary, and replace the HEPA filter once a year. It’s not cheap, but you gotta pay to play when you want nice things. But honestly even with the high premium price of the vacuum and its bags/filters. I still think it’s more economical than replacing a bagless POS every two to three years.

I don’t think I’d ever buy another Dyson, and I’ve used plug-in upright, and the handheld V6. Bagless vacuums require a lot of maintenance to keep everything shipshape. My Miele canister is god-tier perfect. Expensive, though.

100% agree. They’re wonderful vacuums for personal use but from a cleaner standpoint, they don’t make sense. They’re not cleaner friendly as far as speed and efficiency. I’ve got a client that has one and I use the hardwood floor vacuum head instead of the brush roll because the carpets are low pile. The amount of times I’ve had to stop and flip the canister, the attachments drop from the hose, having to switch attachments. We don’t have that kind of time in someone’s house, unfortunately. It’s a great little vacuum and definitely an investment. I’d love to buy one for my own home but upright and bagless are better options for professional cleaners.

I love Miele vacuums. Like you, my client has one and it’s by far the best vacuum I have used. **However,** I would never purchase one to use in a client’s home. I ask that my clients provide a vacuum or I will use my company vac if they don’t have a good one. I would buy a Miele in my own home but unfortunately, it’s not very “cleaner friendly” because it’s a canister vac. There’s a lot of upkeep and maintenance you’ll have to do with a Miele vac, especially if it’s going in many different homes. It’s not the easiest to disinfect between services. I’d stick with a bagless vac for cleaning multiple homes. There are some great options that are comparable to Miele that don’t come with the price tag and the maintenance.

I had an OG Dyson canister that we bought 20 years ago... and the plastics they used were super brittle then just like now. We got 10 years out of it... BUT we had to replace multiple parts and it was held together with epoxy and fiberglass patch kit tape all over. It was a mess. By comparison we have a Miele canister now that is 10 years old and is perfect.

I have a lower end Miele as my main vacuum and have had it for 10 years and it is like new... however I did supplement with a Dyson cordless for awhile and it went through a battery every year and I had to replace several broken plastic bits on the cannister.... also those make a mess when you try to empty them..... No cordless vacuums are BIFL.... HOWEVER we did get a Samsung Bespoke Jet cordless vac 2 years ago and I love that thing. Pricy for a cordless but it is way better quality than the Dyson and has a charging base that also contains a vacuum/bag that sucks the dirt out of it into a bag... so completely mess-less. It also has two batteries that can be swapped in seconds like a power tool. The second battery mounts to the dock in a second charger. It is also quieter than the Dyson and the Miele.

I don't know about Miele. Our Miele canister is 10 years old and the wand broke. Took it to the vacuum store and it's $200CAD to replace. As I was considering ordering the replacement I mentioned the power cuts in and out on the brush head and was told it's a common failure that requires a new hose. $200CAD to replace the hose. The head has been squealing as well and that's $180CAD. So to replace just the parts costs $580CAD to attach to my 10 year old canister or I can buy a new Miele C1 for $399 or a C3 for $699. I'm looking into SEBO as Miele was not what I expected.

I have a Shark for work and a Miele canister vacuum for my own house! I love them both but for different reasons. The ease of an upright when I’m working can’t be beat. The Miele is so powerful but heavy!!

My Miele has been going to 25+ years without any repairs or issues

Yes sure Miele would be a good pick!!!

Honestly, if you re tired of vacuums dying every few years, look into a Miele canister. They re pricey up front but built like tanks and handle dust and pet hair really well. Worth it long-term.

I like my Miele in general but the wheels drive me insane. How did they design a canister vac that gets so easily stuck on its own cord?! If those wheels were any smaller it would get hung up on shadows.

I have a Miele upright and HATE it for my home. Also had a canister that was beyond infuriating to use in the house. I have a Henry that I use for basement and to clean my cars. I don’t understand how anyone can tolerate a canister machine in the house. It’s like taking an overweight cat for a walk with the added bonus of cracking corner beads on walls. I actually just ordered a shark not 10 minutes ago to replace my Miele for home use. I’ll take it to work where it’ll probably do better. Miele designed the brush roll in a very poor way. We don’t have carpet, just a few runner and if you don’t constantly have the brush roll running hair will bind up in the belt drive system and start to strip out the belt. I’ve replaced countless belts, the entire housing and the motor when my kids didn’t realize what was going on with the god awful sound it was making. I contacted them about it and their solution? Take it apart and clean it after every use. Are you kidding me? That involves pulling the bottom plate off (6 torx screws of 2 sizes) unclipping a flimsy plastic latch on the belt housing that has about 10 uses before it breaks and if it’s bad enough unmounting the motor. That is in no way feasible to do daily or at times several times daily depending on how anal I get. I salvaged a Shark 2 years ago from the trash, pulled it apart and cleaned the heck out of it. And it’s used in the finished portion of our basement several times a week. It’s been great. I like the general quality of the Miele and the design of how the rotator head works is great. But gosh they missed the mark on overall design. To further take points off it’s very very very unfriendly for repair. People like to say the higher end machines are repairable. Ok… I guess. But when I’m shelling out nearly $100 on a replacement hose every 3 years in addition to belts, and brush rolls I can just buy a “disposable” one every few years and when it breaks I can usually hobble it by for another few. This is my 3rd Miele and probably my last to be honest. My first served me fairly well in a house with carpet until it took a fall down the steps when my wife lost grip on it (because let’s face it they aren’t light). The cost to fix it was going to be more than it cost new. And that was just in parts for me to do it. Rant over. Sorry. Just read this at the wrong (right?) time.

I didn't think so, but I've only used their stick vacuum. It had issues, and when I was in the market for a new vacuum 5-6 years ago I had a couple of friends and also a couple of local vacuum shops recommending I avoid Dyson. I decided to go with a Mielle canister instead. I have two huskies and it does a great job with all surfaces. The canister is very light and not clunky at all to pull around (which was my biggest worry). I'd recommend checking this brand out if you're unsure about Dyson.

If you get a room a for daily upkeep, get the one that empties itself. I love my room a but wish I would’ve gotten the self-emptying base. My upright is a Riccar. I’ve also owned a Miehle canister vac. Both are outstanding

I have a meile canister vacuum I use for that area. Love it and it works perfectly!

I used to work at a local vac shop in Ottawa Ontario. We used to get a lot of refurbished V6s, V7s and V8s, mind you this was like 8 years ago. I got myself a V6 for upstairs ( It was like $180) and a V8 for the living room and that was about $230. i dont even know if Dyson still does the Refurbs, they still come with a one year warranty if i remember. After the one year warranty is up i would use the 3rd party batteries for the Dysons. Its cheaper and you can get 2 some times. I also got a refub Miele cannister and my wife can tell quickly if i vaccumed with the Miele instead of the Dysons. You need to have the power on high for the Dysons to suck as good as the canisters, but it kills the battery stupid quick.

I thought me with 2 Miele cannisters was weird but here we are

Get a Miele. I’ve had the same Miele for 15 years now. Thing is a tank.

Ha, I'm on the other side of this. Dyson cordless battery lasted 2 years, replaced under warranty, failed again after a year and a half so I pitched it. Back to a corded canister miele and I love it.

There’s no single vac that does it all except for maybe a super heavy super expensive traditional canister like a Miele. For an everyday hard floor vac (and light carpet vac) the best is Levoit on Amazon that's about $200. It's a Dyson-like machine that overcomes a lot of the longtime design issues with Dysons (such as, it can stand up by itself -- what a concept). But we also keep the Dyson around for a more aggressive carpet vac when we need it. We also have a Eureka boss -- powerful and dependable small canister vac. And a monster shop vac in the basement. Dysons are great but they're really expensive and their air filtering system is overly complicated and tends to lose efficiency. If you own a Dyson, watch all the available Youtubes on how to clean it with pressurized air so you can keep it running. Given the competition from newer manufacturers like Levoit, I think it's going to be harder for Dyson to justify selling floor vacs for close to $1000.

Yep - Shark is great and cheap, too for carpets. I use a tank Miele vacuum (German made) for cleaning the car and the hardwood floors, though as it's light and has variable suction.

I really like mine, but I don't think it was *that* expensive - maybe $500-600 10 years ago?

The miele cannisters have rubberized pieces where contact may occur, as well as on the tool head. I'm not sure the 5 vs 10 year warranty matters as far as these vacuums go. I know people have had issues,but it's unlikely. You don't have to spend 1k or more to get excellent performance from Miele and Sebo, and preowned isn't a bad option considering how long they last. Anecdotally I found a Sebo X4 Automatic for 10$, the cord was destroyed and it needed a brush roll. 65$ worth of parts, some cleaning, and this thing is rocking. So marketplace isn't an unreasonable place to find one.

As much as I love my Miele corded, canister vacuum, I decided to get a Dyson V12 Detect slim last year. The Miele is mostly used on carpet now or really dirty jobs. But for hardwood and stairs, the Dyson gets used much more frequently. The green light makes it really easy to see if there are missed spots. Since I'm mostly with hardwood floors, it does a pretty good job. But it's not without faults. Cleaning it is a pain if you are picking up a lot of fine dust or powder since the filters get clogged pretty fast. For regular dirt and dust, it can go a while without needing a deep clean. Also, emptying it is annoying too since it releases a cloud of dust. You need to either do it outside or wrap the garbage bag around it to minimize the dust. The power is nowhere near as good as a corded vacuum so I don't even bother using it on carpets. Even with all those downsides, the convenience still results in me vacuuming much more often in high traffic areas so my place is much cleaner overall. If you don't have a ton of carpets or they're lower pile, it might be worth it. But if you can only have one vacuum, I would still suggest a good canister instead since it's just more capable and will be higher quality. Just much more of a hassle to plug in and move around to different spots.

Ich habe aufgegeben was Akku Sauger angeht. Ich habe einen Saugbot für die tägliche Reinigung und stellen wo ich schwer hin komme und ansonsten habe ich seit Dezember einen klassischen Miele Staubsauger mit Kabel. Und bin super zufrieden.

I’ve got a Miele wired vacuum I’ve owned 10+ years and gone through 3 Dyson cordless in that time. They’re handy to quickly pick up dirt etc but definitely not BIFLish. My Dyson v6 is starting to do that dreaded on and off pulsing thing I’ve had before and replacing battery and filters and cleaning with air compressor etc have done nothing.

I love the Meile vacuum cleaners! The suction is unparalleled; bring it outside to vacuum my vehicles bc they are so great. I take both vacuums for cleaning once a year and they have lasted over 15 years.

Inaccurate. Meile is the best and it it an objective fact. Ask any vacuum nerd.

i buy vacuums constantly for work. dyson is hands down the worst value. i'd say i put a 5 year beating on a vacuum in about 6 months. you'll find shark and meile to be the best value at each end of the price point.

I own a cleaning business and have had as many as 3 labs at once and only use a shark pro model.I had a meile for when my daughter lived at home because she was allergic to dogs.If you have anyone with allergies then the Meile is the way to go. If you just want max suction for dog hair get the shark rotator models,not navigator

Love ours. We have the Cat & Dog. There is a learning curve to all the settings but once you get that down, it's pretty painless. It's over ten pounds lighter than our old Orec canister and it fixed the traffic wear patterns in our bedroom carpet. I was going to file a complaint about the carpeting until we got the Meile. Now I know the old Orec wasn't cleaning worth a \*\*\*\*.

Doesn’t exist. If it is powerful, it will work for one month and never the same again. An old royal hotel vac, Electrolux, or meile are what actually work in my experience.