Miele - Classic C1 Pure Suction

I second the corded / bagged for whole house (got the advice from this sub). We have a husky and 2 other dogs, so I vacuum the whole house 3x per week and have a cordless baggless hand vac for spot cleans in between. The Miele C2 Classic Pure Suction I picked has done great on our vinyl plank + area rugs. Use the handle "valve" to make it possible to quickly switch to being able to do rugs without the vacuum picking them up and dragging them. The suction power it has took some getting used to after switching from a regular upright. It doesn't blow dust and fur around while I'm using it because it vents upward rather than out the sides. I don't have to wash the filters or the cannister and scrub out the nooks and crannies like I do with the hand vac. New bags come with new filters - put in new filters every 4 bags or so. It's pricey (not compared to a Dyson though), but it'll last 10+ years even at the rate I use it. Plus it's small enough that if you take the hose and handle apart, you can store it in a cupboard rather than needing a closet. My only thoughts are that I'd like a light on the floor head for better visual of areas that still need covering and I wish I had gotten a version with a powered roller brush for the large rugs or if we move to a house with carpeting. But that was another $200 for something we may or may not need. Overall, I'm very pleased with the investment. I know this sounds shill-y, but I promise I'm not paid, didn't even get a discount. I just really like good vacuums.

miele is like a bmw but they do have an entry model thats like a honda, i would check out the [c1](https://www.amazon.com/Miele-Classic-Suction-Canister-Graphite/dp/B07P97CD5T?&linkCode=ll1&tag=davidcollin0b-20&linkId=1aa0bf91b07c3e2204e8fa044dc7d1f7&language=en_US&ref_=as_li_ss_tl), really good suction, reliable af, something you can count on for years.

We recently moved into a house with mostly hardwood, and our old bagless vac just wasn't cutting it. It was losing suction and felt like I was just pushing dirt around. So, after some research, I decided to splurge on a [Miele Classic C1](https://www.amazon.com/Miele-Classic-Suction-Canister-Graphite/dp/B07P97CD5T?ie=UTF8&linkCode=ll1&tag=mymy011-20&linkId=3cc50033dc15ced6aed9f36050f0f176&language=en_US&ref_=as_li_ss_tl). I grew up with bagged vacuums and figured I'd try one again. The main selling points for me were the "pure suction" and the fact that it was recommended for hardwood. Honestly, I wasn't thrilled with the floorhead that came with it. It had this vinyl strip that seemed to drag on the wood. And it was a disaster on our cotton area rug, even on the lowest setting. I ended up with a ton of lint and a roughed-up rug! So, I bit the bullet and ordered the [Miele SBB 300-3 Floorhead](https://www.amazon.com/Miele-Parquett-Twister-SBB-300-3/dp/B001F9Y9FC?crid=3P4IQBA1MXXAL&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.NzYe_QVCfnfkAgVYBeKZZQ6kNwYsx8op_WSLJF_M_bOxyN09LQubTLRQYC3FgyGIjcFYF6ml5EtpiRSDsX7WBKI0K1QBRtkDCsR9cCxqhOuSJogyJ7ZnhI4tCaWKTBAkpmJs-DTwTht8b-vE-qCwgzLRObXtt8XrHQuOC1k52cI_kZPesXc6HaeAyAlyNn7eCnED-Utt26oIsY0zaGZ0xlu1_z0aH9prhu5Ye9U1DVAjEWcZKqlzav49WP-0GB-xNcaoZlmE82ZzytDRZg_62hYRbbMKKGs65lUa5rnNXsKiJJpWtGvYF_2-rPYs7YGUgdTEL7RCMCvQX7Qv8vBeULP_YNSyzxxgfDjFhaVN39uOVFjSGqhdVI-nwZdyNw-4XGo89beTx9z_Xd6VCU5dwdr-3gh9Odtoc7NZ8y1MgLdsWaD_SrfXkapuN12oT-vh.Dz7tnCFRxRFIE35TzEXVBuPpAV922isfHF1XigBkmMA&dib_tag=se&keywords=Miele+SBB+300-3+Twister+Parquet+Floorhead&qid=1742767298&sprefix=miele+sbb+300-3+twister+parquet+floorhead%2Caps%2C1036&sr=8-1&linkCode=ll1&tag=mymy011-20&linkId=744a3b3acc5d3c09d8b573ba809cbd17&language=en_US&ref_=as_li_ss_tl). Pricey, yes, but worth every penny! It glides across our hardwood and tile like a dream, and the floors have never been cleaner. Seriously, if you have hardwood, get this floorhead! Okay, the total cost with the extra heads is around $425, which is way more than I've ever spent on a vacuum. But, I'm really happy with it so far. The suction is great (I barely need to use the higher settings), it's lightweight and easy to maneuver (a huge plus for me with a bad elbow), and the build quality seems top-notch. Plus, the attachments are easy to swap out.

Yeah there's definitely a bunch of sharks out there that are over 10 years old. It's just that there is a higher percentage of them that break down before that. And one thing about bagless vacuums is that they are deceptive, due to the fact that you see the dirt spin, and it whips it up. Shark is not very serviceable, and replacement parts are typically hard to get. If you don't have too much of the way of carpet and rugs, I'd recommend these: [https://www.mieleusa.com/product/11181020/canister-vacuum-cleaners-classic-c1-pure-suction-powerline-sban0-graphite-grey](https://www.mieleusa.com/product/11181020/canister-vacuum-cleaners-classic-c1-pure-suction-powerline-sban0-graphite-grey) [https://www.mieleusa.com/product/12704600/canister-vacuum-cleaners-guard-m1-terra-red](https://www.mieleusa.com/product/12704600/canister-vacuum-cleaners-guard-m1-terra-red) \^\^ For both, I'd add the SBD 380 tool, as it works better on carpet and rugs than the standard tool, and works better for hair on hardfloor. If you have mostly carpet, but it doesn't get super dirty, it can still be a great option. If you have lots of pet hair getting in the carpet, then you'd want an electric powerhead option. For cordless, I'd recommend the Riccar R65.

Find a C2 or C3 model with the SBB 300-3 floor brush. Nothing will clean floors better than that. The newer version of the C2 is the Guard S1. The newer version of the C3 is the Guard M1. The Guard L1 is an entirely new vacuum, and is meant to be a lighter version of the C3 / M1, but the L1 has a smaller bag. Edit: they all filter really really well and are sealed systems, and if you add on the HA50 hepa filter (make sure it’s the genuine one from Miele as it’s H13 hepa) it’s top notch. Edit 2: the compact C1 is a also good choice, just NOT the Classic C1 (also known as S2 which is the older version).

As far as other recommendations go, stick vacs that’s are under $300 are mostly built pretty bad. You can get a Compact C1 Miele for $359 on sale, and it will be a better, miles better, than any stick vac in every category. Just as an FYI

Miele C1 Compact, or Miele Guard S series with a straight air tool (the SBD 380 is miele's hands down best straight air tool, and can be added separately onto any model). Sebo E1 is also a great option. No, they're not the cheapest options, but if you can find one in good shape used, that's something to consider. These things will last typically 15 - 30 years under normal household use - not commercial usage.

Miele Guard L1, M1 or S1 (L1 is the best moving canister out there). All can be fitted with the HA50 H13 Hepa filter, which will make it the best filtering canister on the planet. Sebo E or D series are another fantastic option! Filtration is very similar, and they are built very well as well. The reason I've recommended options that are above $250, is because HEPA doesn't mean what it should. Lower end hepa filters just bleed dust over time, and units in that price range just aren't sealed units. They may try to claim they are.... they aren't. Some of them exhaust right on the floor, which blows the dust into the air. There is also the Miele Classic C1 series and Sebo K series. They aren't quite as good as the other models (why they are less expensive than them), but they are still much much much better than other vacuums out there.

A straight suction Miele can last 20 plus

Depends if you want a powered brush for carpet/rugs, c1 very short cord, so c3 or new guard series in miele or k or e series on sebo, e3 has powered head, e2 includes a torbo air powered head for rugs , and e1 just straight suction

surprised not to see [Miele c1](https://productbible.com/blog/best-vacuum-cleaners#miele-classic-c1) at #1, that seems to be the one constantly being recommended here

Where did you find it that price? I’ve been saving up to buy that vacuum on Black Friday. Only have $300 saved.

Ordered one! Thank you!

Miele c1 pure suction (for hard flooring with very few rugs and no carpet) or the Miele c1 turbo team (for if you have more rugs). Both are less than $400 currently due to Black Friday sales.

That is not true. The Miele c1 pure suction for 319.20 currently is cheaper than it was on Amazon. I know because I've been looking for a few days.

Sebo e1 or e2 depending on your rugs. A bit above your budget but you won't need to replace it, for atleast a decade but probably atleast two decades. 10 year warranty. You may be able to get it at discount from a dealer. The white is the best at hiding scratches. Another option, that's cheaper is a Miele c1 pure suction or the blue version with a turbo brush. Much, much shorter warranty period but excellent on hard floors. I have a Sebo d4 and purchase a Miele c1 pure suction as a present for my mother. Forget about Dyson or shark.

Sorry but you won’t get BIFL with those. A pure suction Miele C1 can be found at the $300 mark. If your carpet isn’t insanely high, the air powered carpet head would be just fine for your small amount of carpet. If you really want BIFL (and something that a vac shop will be able to repair and get parts for if something does happen) then realistically you need to go with a Miele, Sebo, Riccar, etc.

A lot of people on here work in vacuum shops, either managing them or as technicians repairing vacuums. We are all telling you that Shark / Dyson are garbage and you have to spend a fair amount to get a decent vacuum that will last you 4+ years. If you have all hardwood floors or some very low pile carpet, get a SEBO K2/E2, or a Miele suction only model. If you have carpet that is fairly high pile, you are kind of forced to spend a decent amount for a E3 or K3 type vacuum. If you don’t want to spend that much, Kenmore makes some halfway decent vacuums like the Intuition or Pop N Go that are fairly affordable with an electric head. I don’t know why most of your replies to people are you arguing with people whose literal job it is to work with vacuums about what is good and what’s not.

If you buy either expect to be spending another 450 on a new vacuum in the coming years. Look into a suction only Sebo or Miele if your rugs aren’t high pile. For Sebo check out the K2 or E2. For Miele look into a C1 pure suction

What’s your budget and flooring? If you have any medium to high pile carpet you’ll have to spend a little more, but if you have hard wood/low pile carpet you can get away with a suction only Miele or Sebo K2/E2 that will last you 10+ years