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05MattXBI am ashamed at how much I spent on a C1 cat & dog but I would do it again.
Aggressive_Night_259Thank you for this! I was leaning toward the C1 Cat and Dog as it seems to have everything I would need. I am going to a local retailer, so we will see if the higher models are what I pick. :) You are right that I do value the best, and I can blow through my budget if needed, the only reason I wasn't looking at the higher models is they get heavier with the attachments on board, so I liked the simplicity of the C1 Cat and Dog.
We have a 4000 square foot home, but would be using this on the main and upper level. I have been looking on FB marketplace for like a month but nothing near me. I am going to the local vacuum store today to try a few.
I ended up with the C1 Cat and Dog. I am going to use it today and I am so excited!
ahthebopSecond this answer! Amazon has them on sale all the time. We got this vacuum after our Dyson animal died, and it is so much better. I use the handle with the wide upholstery nozzle for dog hair on our couch, works like a charm. We have two, long haired Australian shepherds that shed year round and love sleeping on the couch. The bags take getting used to if you’re coming from a bag-less model like Dyson. But they filter dust so much better and are overall way “cleaner” to use. We go through about 1 bag a month, and I would say we are probably on the abnormal end. My in laws have the same vacuum, no dogs, and their bag lasts 2-3 months. Note - You absolutely need a Miele model with the powered head (electrobrush) for carpet and rugs. It’s confusing because Miele advertises the TurboTeQ head for hair on carpet, but it is not powered, and works by airflow, not belt. If you have dogs that shed long hair, the TurboTeQ doesn’t really work and is harder to clean.
Ama014Miele Grew up in a family that only used them, when I moved out I tried all the trendy ones, shark, Dyson, nothing beats Miele. Ended up getting the C1 for cats and dogs 2 years ago and it still works like its brand new
Anutka25Miele C1 cat and dog. It’s amazing. Edit: to add, it’s amazing because it’s not bagless, has fantastic air filters, and a variety of attachment brushes. These things are meant to be workhorses. It’s the best money I’ve ever spent on a vacuum.
Truly. It clogs way less and doesn’t lose suction power over time. The initial sticker shock was bad, but if you can afford it, it’s so worth it. We also stock up on bags and filters for the entire year during Black Friday sales and such. I will say, I’d like to get a cordless Miele just for quick daily clean ups just because I’m lazy, but it’s a nice to have and not a necessity.
Miele C1 Cat and Dog vacuum. Hands down.
A_radkeCurrently, a C1 Cat & Dog canister because it comes with the seb228 power nozzle and a parquet floor tool. I use the parquet floor tool for hard surfaces, but if you turn off the brushroll for the power nozzle that's fine for hardwoods, too and the switch is right there on the handle. It's also great for delicate rugs, I run the brushroll until I get to the edges, then switch it off so it doesn't try and "eat" them which can lead to unraveling. Edit to add: if you have a local vacuum shop that carries Miele, you'll likely get a better price than anywhere online (including Miele's own website) because they reserve the best price points for those local outlets since they need us to do warranty repair.
Unfortunately, a canister with a powerhead, parquet floor tool and full suite of hand attachments is really your best bet for the needs you listed. Sure, you can get an upright with a hose attachment/tools, but they always tip over (not great for the machine) and for hard floors, even with the brushroll off, they leave a lot behind/can't get into tight spaces. Once you get used to (a good) canister, there's really nothing as versatile. Even my favorite uprights can only do what they're designed for, so I would need an additional canister like a Mighty Mite to cover all my bases if air quality weren't a concern. But air quality is a big concern for me and my cleaning clients, so I use a Miele with an SEB228 powerhead/tools almost exclusively.
Former vacuum repair tech, current professional cleaner chiming in: a Miele canister with an SEB228 powerhead and a parquet tool for hard surfaces is what I use 99% of the time, and all I truly recommend for most homes. Usually when folks have issues with Miele, it's not the model best suited to their needs/they're not using the proper tool/suction/height adjustment for the job. Folks will buy a model with the air-driven head because it's cheaper, try to use it on wall-to-wall carpets, but that's not what the head was made for (stiff, low pile rugs mainly). Conversely, they'll spring for an SEB228 model, but use that on hard floors adjusted to carpet height with the brushroll spinning, so it'll just kick dust around. Also, most of my clients have mixed flooring i.e. carpets in bedrooms, hard floors with area rugs everywhere else... I have a set of cheap aftermarket plastic wands I keep the parquet tool on (because it's light) and leave the heavy electric wand attached to the powerhead since that only gets used on carpets. I can vacuum walls and baseboards with ease, and when I switch heads, it's at waist height instead of bending down. Most folks don't strictly *need* that, but since I'm vacuuming up to 20hrs a week, it's a massive time/back saver.
Before I went into cleaning, I was a vacuum repair tech for a brick and mortar vacuum/sewing store... one of the last certified warranty repair shops in the region, so whether or not we sold it, I fixed it. Miele is really the only brand I can recommend wholeheartedly for homes. The next top 3 (and it isn't even close) all have massive drawbacks and cost about the same anymore. The lowest tier Miele is a better machine than the highest tier from anyone else. Both from a repair and use standpoint. The only limit they have is super shag carpets, and if that's what you've got: cleanliness clearly isn't a priority.
I'm an outlier here, but as a former vacuum repair tech, Miele all the way, Sebo after that. Not a fan of Shark at all, terrible to repair and horrendous to deal with for warranty issues.
Armyjeep4x4With carpets in the US, get one with a power nozzle. In this line up either the C1 Cat and Dog or C3 Cat and Dog are your best options. You stated the home is fairly big; the C3 Cat and Dog seems to be the ideal choice and the price is crazy good. In addition to a larger bag, the C3 cord is 24' feet, vs 18' in the C1.
Mieles are organized in 4 tiers: C1 Compact (entry level, smaller, for apartments & small homes), Guard M (replaces the previous C3, none of these have a power nozzle in the US Market), C3 (outgoing workhorse, find one this Black Friday, they are solid machines, the Kona, Cat & Dog, Marin, HomeCare E+ all have power nozzles), and the Guard L series. The black L models are suction only, the blue and titanium have power nozzles. The new Guard models that are labeled Cat & Dog do not have a power nozzle, instead they use an air driven turbo floor nozzle.
Ideally, you have a vacuum retailer near you so you can test drive these and get a good deal; Miele C3, these are being closed out and remaining stock is marked down. The Kona, Cat & Dog, Marin, and Homecare E+ are the C3s to look for. A Miele C1 Cat and Dog is also a solid choice. There are 2 brand new L1 Guard vacuums from Miele; the L1 (blue) and L1 Electro (titanium). All of these models but the Marin use the same SEB 228 power nozzle. The Marin gets a lower profile SEB 236 with an LED light. Only dealers can sell the Homecare and Electro models, these have 5 year warranty’s vs standard 3 year. Discounts for Black Friday are @20% for remaining C3s, at least 15% everything else. For Sebo, the E3 and K3 are excellent vacuums to also consider. German made like Miele, 10 year warranty’s if purchased from a dealer, and very reliable.
The Miele Classic C1 Cat & Dog comes with the excellent SEB 228 power nozzle which will take care of all your carpet and area rugs easily. This machine also has the excellent parquet twister (SBB 300-3) which will clean fine dust off your bare floors. It really is a do it all vacuum.
I have Sebo and Miele vacuums and use them to manage two active corgis and their various messes. Both brands are excellent choices, but I tend to lean more towards Sebo for the better warranty, washable brush roll and cheaper cost of bags and filters. Pick a model with a power/electro nozzle for your capets. Both brands have chevron-designed brush rolls and with high suction are effective at resisting hair clogging. I also recommend a canister, if that is not ideal for you then the Sebo Felix is the best upright option because the floorhead can be switched over for bare floors. Recommendations are; Sebo K3, E3 and D4 (listed cheapest to most expensive), Miele C1 Cat & Dog, C3 Kona, or Guard L1 (light blue body).
We have two corgis and a power nozzle is needed to clean medium pile carpet. The turbo tool is ok for low pile Carpet. The price differences with Miele and Sebo are based on the addition of the power nozzle versus pure suction machines. If you can increase the budget to a C1 Cat & Dog, you'll get the electro brush, parquet twister for bare floors and the handheld turbo tool for upholstery. Miele is offering 20% off this machine which is an excellent deal. If you have a dealer near you, they will offer the same deal and likely throw in extra bags and filter.
Sounds like most of your surfaces are hardwood vs carpet. If the carpet is low pile, you might be able to get a suction-only machine with a turbo floor tool. I recommend limiting your search to bagged models, none of the bagless models will provide the HEPA filtration you need. Are you in or near a city that has a vacuum dealer? If yes, they will assess your needs and work with you (discounts, demonstrations, etc.), its possible to get an entry level upright or canister in your budget and HEPA needs (Riccar Superlite, Miele C1). Most dealers have used models they refurbished at deep discounts from new/MSRP and have HEPA technology. Riccar, Filter Queen, Rainbow, Kirby, Sebo, Miele U1 and many others will meet your budget as a refurbished option.
Another poster said it: Miele C1. The Classic C1 or Turbo C1, both are pure suction machines, no powerhead, and small/lightweight. I'd do a basic C1, then add the handheld turbo tool for the stairs and the parquet twister for the hardwood floors. Miele's new FiberTeQ Allfloor attachment is another option ($100 add on). If you buy from a local dealer, they will discount it or throw in attachments as a package deal.
The Miele C1 with the AllTeQ floor attachment is a good pick for your situation. The AllTeQ has retractable bristles for bare floors and low pile carpets. The on board tools will help with dusting, upholstery and cleaning crevices. I have three Miele's and they are dependable machines that perform well. When you get back to the states, the C1 will continue to serve you well.
Both are excellent choices, go to the store and test drive them. The Sebo K2 is the only SEBO Canister that has an optional Hepa filter, so it is a direct competitor to the C1. Both vacuums are durable and designed for years of reliable service. The Sebo warranty is longer, expendables such as bags (yes they have a cap to seal in dust when you change them) and filters are cheaper, and Sebo premium parquet floor attachment is an excellent tool for bare floors. Both brands have the same parquet twister which is also an excellent bare floor attachment.
Did you mean CX1 instead of C1? The C1 is bagged and has a replaceable Hepa filter.
No. The M1 Cat & Dog is a suction only machine, it does not come with a power nozzle. The attachment it includes is an air driven turbo and the package no longer includes the handheld mini turbo tool. We have bare floors and wool rugs on the main floor and use the C3 with the SEB 228 power nozzle. C3 models like the Kona, Cat & Dog, HomeCare, and Marin. The Miele Classic C1 is your entry-level option with a power nozzle and should be discounted still at your local dealer. We have two very active Corgis that bring in mud, leaves, fur, etc., especially now that we have rain and snow. I use the Bona flat mop with microfiber pad and hardwood floor cleaner. For quick cleanups, I grab the Bona mop handle and use the Bona pre-soaked pads for hard wood. I use the basic Bona pet system that includes the tool, dusting mop and micro fiber pad. They also make waterbased cleaning solutions for cleaners that are safer for pets.
Miele an Sebo are the premium canisters due to quality, warranty, and filtration. Of the two, Miele hoses are more flexible. I have both the Sebo E3 and D4, and both hoses are stiff and bulky due to their tapered design. I also have the Miele C3 and prefer it for dusting because Miele makes a larger, fully articulating brush (SUB 20) that works on the ceiling fans and bookshelves. For hard floor cleaning, the parquet twister is my go to, both Sebo and Meile have a version of this attachment. Based on your cleaning needs, a suction only machine will work well. Look at the Miele Classic C1 or Guard M1. Sebo comes in a close second place for portability. Look at the E1 or K2 Kombi and add the parquet twister. If you have a vacuum dealer, go there, the Black Friday discounts will be better and they will give you a package discount for any additional attachments, bags, etc.
With 3 finished floors across 1,500sf, the D4 is overkill and you'll hate moving it up and down stairs. The Sebo E3 and K3 or Miele Classic C1 are more portable. The K3 has the same 25' cord as the E3 and the bag is .8g vs .9 on the E3. As others recommended, you might be better off with a pure suction machine and turbo tool for the rugs.
ConBroMitch2247Miele C1 cat and dog. It’s on a good sale right now. Slightly over budget but worth it.
Does not exist. Regardless of what marketing departments try to sell us - What you’re looking for is 3 separate pieces of equipment. 1) Dry, corded and bagged primary vacuum for weekly deep clean: Miele C1 Cat and Dog, Miele C3 Homecare, Sebo K3, dart/felix, e3 2) Cordless/bagless stick for quick daily messes: LG A9 or Bissell airram 3) The gold standard for wet cleaning: A good old mop and bucket. The combo machines are a joke and will be in the trash within a year or two. Put the blinders on, ignore the marketing hype, go with what is tried and true.
A few nuggets to think about: Cordless/bagless vacuums are mostly junk today and not up to the task of whole home cleaning (regardless of what marketing departments try to tell us). They have a place as a quick daily pickup vacuum. But ideally you need a primary weekly deep clean vacuum first. (Corded and bagged) Now I know you said you don’t want bags. But think of it this way. Even the best modern cordless/bagless vacuum will last you ~3 years or so? Once it breaks or dies. The entire machine (plus battery!) goes in a landfill and you’re stuck buying a replacement. Conversely, a BIFL level corded and bagged vacuum (like Miele, Sebo, Lindhaus or Henry) can last you 20+ years. Best of all, if something breaks they’re designed to be repaired. So ask yourself this. What’s more eco friendly? 7+ entire cordless/bagless stick vacuums + their batteries in the landfill with your name on it (also think about their manufacturing in China with 0 environmental safeguards in place, the packaging, shipping etc. of them too) over the next 20 years. **OR** 1 German/Italian/UK made BIFL vacuum that uses ~4 bags a year (80 bags total) over that same 20 year span. If you’re convinced, I’d look at a canister-style vacuum. (Miele C1 cat and dog or Sebo K3) they’re VERY light in the hand because the motor rolls behind you which I think you’ll like. Imo your best bet is to find a local Miele/Sebo dealer and take the above for a test drive to see how it feels for you.
You’ve done a good amount of legwork to get to this point. IMO go to your local Miele/Sebo dealer and test drive the C1 cat and dog, C3 home care, Sebo K3/E3/D4 to see which you prefer. From a repairability standpoint Sebo edges out Miele and they also have a longer warranty (I say this a Miele owner) but there really isn’t a wrong option between The two brands.
For carpeting the C3 multi surface will not cut it. That’s really only meant for a couple small, low pile area rugs. You will be disappointed in this machine on your carpet. You need an electric powerhead (the multi surface uses an air driven turbine head). The cheapest Miele or Sebo model with an electric powerhead (that works well on stairs) starts with the C1 Cat and Dog. Which is a great option for you. Although it’s slightly over the multi surface price point. And depending on your home size, you may find the cord to be short. The Next cheapest is the Sebo K3. You could do an upright Sebo dart, but stairs are going to be a challenge with that. It’s still doable with the turbo handheld attachment.
I wouldn’t seriously consider a Dyson. You’re on the right track with Miele and Sebo with your budget you’ll have plenty of options. Canister vs upright is personal preference. Since you’re undecided I’d find a local Miele/Sebo dealer and take the following for a test drive to see which you prefer. (That said, I’m a total canister convert. They’re very light in the hand and great for above floor cleaning and stairs, but there is a learning curve for sure.) Sebo dart, Felix, K3, E3 Miele C1 Cat and Dog, C3 Kona or C3 Homecare All of these will require minimal maintenance. A bag change every time it’s full (usually every 3 months or so) and motor filters once a year. That’s IT. These are nothing like bagless machines which require cleaning/messing with every other vacuum session.
Personally I wouldn’t get another cordless bagless as your primary vacuum. They’re not up to this task (regardless of what marketing departments tell us). Ideally you want 2 vacuums. 1) cordless bagless for quick daily messes: LG A9 2) corded and bagged primary weekly deep clean vacuum: Look at a Miele C1 cat and dog, C3 Homecare or Sebo K3/E3
For that budget grab a Sebo dart or Miele C1 Cat and Dog and don’t think twice. Both are excellent options it just depends on your form factor preference.
1 vacuum can definitely handle all flooring types. It’s going to be corded and bagged. Check out: Miele C1 cat and dog, Miele C3 Homecare, Sebo K3/E3/dart/felix IMO find a local Miele/Sebo dealer and take the above for a test drive. Depending on which model you pick, you’d have enough budget for a quick daily mess cordless vacuum and keep the corded vac for weekly deep cleans. That’s the best setup imo.
Ok, knowing that you’ll have plush rugs (fyi if these are shag they will be hard to clean with any vacuum, so keep that in mind while shopping) If you can stretch your budget slightly a Miele C1 cat and dog would be excellent, slightly overkill because you don’t have any carpeted rooms. But when you do get all those rugs the powerhead will clean the rugs well. I’m not a fan of turbo heads. If you have a Miele dealer locally, your best bet is to stop in and take it for a test drive. It’s lightyears better than a shark or Dyson.
I wouldn’t recommend a turbo either. Go with the C&D. Plus it’s future proof. If you move to another apartment with taller carpet the turbo head will stall and you’re SOL.
This would be a monumental downgrade. Friends don’t let’s internet friends buy sharks. They’re garbage. What does a Miele C1 cat and dog cost In Canada?
There is no emptying system on the Miele. It’s a bag and it lasts for months. I wouldn’t seriously consider the Samsung either.
Probably not available through Lowe’s. But the Miele C1 Cat and Dog routinely goes on sale for around your top budget and checks all your boxes. That would be my pick for sure. If you prefer an upright, Sebo dart which is right on budget too. Keep the cordless stick for quick daily messes. Use the corded/bagged machine for weekly deep cleans.
Oh nice I didn’t know Lowe’s sold them. Yes that model. The bad reviews on lowes’ website have no text so I’ll assume they’re fake/not legit. Take a look around this sub, it’s an excellent machine. A lot of the negative reviews on Amazon for this model are complaining about the canister form factor, not the vacuums itself. For mostly hard floor a canister is ideal, but if you prefer an upright check out the Sebo’s.
Agreed with the C1 cat and dog rec (it can do your carpets very well) but I wouldn’t buy from Amazon and I would not recommend the bagless version.
Long story short: To no fault of Miele, Amazon’s commingled inventory is an absolute joke. There have been many instances of someone buying a “new” Miele “sold and shipped by Amazon” only to discover they got a used/broken/b-stock machine and potentially run into warranty issues. This goes for everything “sold and shipped by Amazon” not just vacuums. Hell, I was sold flat out fake laundry detergent from Amazon. In short: don’t buy anything from Amazon that you’d be pissed if it showed up fake/used/broken. If you have a local Miele dealer (if you live in a moderately sized city you probably do) buy from them. You’ll probably get a better price and/or freebies anyways. Plus supporting your local mom and pop stores is super important.
I’d still stick with the C1 it’s made in Germany. The C2 (while still great) is made in China. If you are only using it for hard floor get the C1 pure suction. If you want it to do carpets too, C1 cat and dog.
IMO yes it’s **much** better. If you have a local Miele dealer take one for a test drive and see for yourself. Some may even let you take it home to test.
All wood floor - if the stairs are a low pile runner, you can do a Miele C1 turbo team, Sebo k2 turbo or Henry extra. If the stairs are anything other than low pile you may want to look at a Miele C1 cat and dog. With all that dog hair this might be the way to go tbh.
Well, no offense - if you have carpets you bought the worst Miele for your use case. You want something **bagged**. It requires no cleaning. Just a new bag when it’s full (2-3 months) and new filters annually. That’s it. So a Miele C1 cat and dog, C3 Homecare or Sebo K3 or E3. Miele is currently closing out their current lineup so you can definitely get a deal on outgoing models (which imo are better than the new ones)
It’s a touch over budget, but I’d grab a Miele C1 cat and dog before they are replaced by the newer (inferior) models. Sebo K3 as well (longer warranty and longer cord, but the price to match.) I’m 6’4” and don’t even have the wand on the highest setting. It’s perfect for me. Also great for a mix of hard floors and carpet and will handle anything you can throw at it with future moves.
Sounds like a perfect scenario for a canister style. Do you have a Miele/Sebo dealer locally? I’d take one for a test drive (Miele C1 cat and dog) it’s slightly over budget but fits your needs perfectly. It’s light in the hand because the motor glides along behind you, and the wand and hose are long enough for above floor cleaning.
Knowing you have a few rugs and one is shaggy (those are tough for any vacuum FYI) I’d lean towards a Miele C1 cat and dog. You’ll want the electric powerhead imo. Or if it’s a larger home look at a C3 Homecare.
Miele C1 Cat and Dog is excellent but just slightly over budget. Also a Sebo dart if you prefer an upright. All combo/wet/dry vacs are a joke so get that idea out of your head.
D4 is arguably the best vacuum on the market: **however** it will feel HUGE in your apartment. Look at a Sebo K3/E3 or Miele C1 cat and dog instead.
Find a local Miele and Sebo dealer and try out the Sebo dart - the hose is a little tippy but you can get an extension which is great. Ideally you’d want a Miele C1 cat and dog. The canister style seems to suit your needs better than an upright. But it’s a touch over budget. You’ll be able to test drive both of these at your local vacuum store.
For that budget, Kenmore 600 or elite canister vac. If you want to add some of your own money, Miele C1 cat and dog is hands down the better option.
The Cat and Dog adds the electric powerhead for carpets which it sounds like you’ll definitely want! The turbo has an air driven floor head which is really only suitable for a small low pile rug. The pure suction is only for 100% hard flooring. IMO the C1 cat and dog is well worth it. Same goes for a Sebo K3 (direct competitor to the C1 C&D) but harder to find on Amazon.
Since you’re dealing with carpet and pet hair you definitely need an electric powerhead and something **bagged** for allergies. I wouldn’t even consider a shark tbh. Look at a Sebo dart ideally or a Miele C1 cat and dog. Not sure what they cost in Canada though. Short of that a Kenmore 600 series pop and go. You’ll like the pet powermate for getting hair off furniture.
Miele c1 cat and dog for sure. Or Sebo k3 or dart/felix if you prefer an upright. Find a local dealer and test drive them all. The Miele comes with a turbo upholstery tool that’s great for pet hair on couches. Sebo makes one but it’s extra.
I think you’d be best off with both a cordless and a corded vacuum. Cordless: quick daily messes - take your pick they are all kinda junky. I like the Bissell airram but it’s pricier. Corded/bagged: weekly deep cleans. If you’re not sold on a canister, check out a Sebo dart. IMO find a local Sebo dealer and take the dart and a K3 for a test drive (or Miele c1 cat and dog) personally I find the canisters to be more versatile in their cleaning abilities than an upright. Especially for stairs and tight corners. But this is personal preference.
**Just make sure you only have a few low pile area rugs. This vacuum will not do medium pile carpeted rooms well** if you have carpeted rooms you’re much better off with the electric powerhead of the C1 cat and dog model. Also, inspect it throughly when you get it. To no fault of Miele, Amazon’s shitty commingled inventory system is full of used Miele’s being sold as “new”.
Yeah a powerhead is always better. C1 Cat and Dog is the way to go
Cordless sticks are junk. They are only meant for quick daily messes. Not whole home cleaning. IMO you want something corded and bagged. get a Miele c1 cat and dog or Sebo k3
Get both then. IMO that’s the ideal setup. A Cordless stick for quick daily messes and stairs (Bissell airram) Corded bagged canister for weekly deep cleans.
Since you have carpet I would get none of these. But agreed whoever decided Miele’s naming convention and model lineup needs to be brought behind the barn and dealt with. You need a C1 or C3 Cat and Dog they actually have an electric powerhead where the others don’t.
All 3 are excellent. You really can’t do wrong between the 3. Personally I’d place more weight on the price, warranty etc between the two brands. It’s splitting hairs (see what I did there?) but I’d rank them 236, et-1, 228 in the order of cleaning performance alone. Like I said, they’re all great I don’t think there is a “right” or wrong answer here. The removable brush is a huge plus for Sebo. But IMO the Miele cleans better. However the Miele’s are not user serviceable. Also know that while I think the 236 cleans the best (by a narrow margin) it does have this awkward belt placement where it leaves a path of uncleaned carpet about 3/4 off to the side. I use that as a guide on how much to overlap but some people find it annoying.
No it doesn’t. I believe the 228 is slightly narrower so it doesn’t have that design “feature”.
Check out r/vacuumcleaners As mentioned Miele and Sebo are top brands. You can safely ignore any shark or Dyson recs. They’re garbage. As is anything bagless.
Vacuum wars is a paid shark shill and not to be trusted. Hell Chris even appeared in a shark commercial. BIFL vacuums absolutely exist. They’re corded and bagged made by brands like Miele and Sebo.
*Cordless* Vacuums are disposable. **Corded and bagged** vacuums like a Miele or Sebo will last you 2 decades or longer. Ask r/vacuumcleaners
Miele, Sebo, Henry, Lindhaus. Shark and Dyson are garbage. Check out r/vacuumcleaners
You want to ask r/vacuumcleaners. Miele or Sebo is the correct answer. Corded and bagged. Safely ignore any shark or Dyson recs. Find a local dealer and take a few Miele’s and sebos for a test drive. Specifically the Sebo dart if it’s mostly for carpet.
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