Had a cordless shark and it was crap.
Replaced with the Miele C2 (cat and dog version) and I have never had a hoover like it. It is fantastic.
I would rate it higher than the Henry and as it is a bit smaller it gets caught up a bit less and easier getting up and down stairs.
For hoover bags just buy the cheaper Amazon equivalent.
But if it must be out of those 2 I would go with hazza.
At first I was like nah I'm not paying for bags every 5 minutes bla bla bla...
Amazon do an exact replica for a fraction of the cost.
And the suction is just constant.
The shark needed dismantling every 7 minutes to unclog something or other and I was constantly wondering if it was always like this or has it gotten worse.
If the Miele breaks for any reason, I'll be replacing it with another one.
Miele compact C2 cat & dog. Around $400 when it's on special at briscoes but my god it's worth it. Have been through too many cheapy and not so cheap bagless, including Dyson and I wont do it again.
Why the need for two vacuums though? What need will a stick vacuum fill? Miele C2 cat and dog, $500 from briscoes picks up every last bit of pet hair out of the carpet and is very quiet. Bagless vacuums just spread dust and allergens all over the show.
I’m ready for the hate I guess, I have a Miele C2 Cat & Dog. It was around £270 here in the UK and I’ve had to have it repaired twice, once for a wiring fault and second for the cord rewind not working despite being kept clean.
On the other hand I bought my Dyson V11 in 2019, it had a new battery which was free of charge from Dyson in 2022 and has not had a single issue.
The Miele does not have a powered brush roll, and when I was buying it NO Miele models had one available in the UK market, they are all air turbine powered meaning on thick carpet the brush roll does not spin.
The Dyson visibly clears the floors, the mini powered roller is great for stairs and honestly I’ve not seen anything comparable to it.
You will need an electric powered brush model if you have carpet.
We bought a Miele canister model from Costco and it's a beast.
r/vacuumcleaners is where you should be heading next.
Also if you have a local vacuum repair shop - go there and they will hook you up as well. They aren't trying to push unreliable not great value big name brands like Dyson and might have refurbished options within your budget.
They rely on their reputation to stay in business (unlike big box stores)
>The Miele with the powered brush is like 900+..
[You can get a C2 canister version at Costco for $700 CAD ($500)](https://www.costco.ca/miele-compact-c2-cat-%2526-dog-canister-vacuum.product.100568711.html). For low-medium pile carpet, it's a great option and should last a decade+ with proper care regular servicing.
Also see comment above about visiting a vacuum repair shop to see what they have for refurbished models. You do not have to purchase something new for it to last a long time.
See if any vac shops have any used Miele or Sebos with a good straight air tool (you probably don't need a powerhead, but if they have one where the price is right, it could then be an option). They are some of the most serviceable vacuums out there, which is important cause everything breaks at some point, and its nice to be able to fix it. They are also sealed units.
You can add different tools later on to any of them, but powerheads can only be added to the electric hose models.
Best models to look for would be:
Miele Compact C1, C2, C3, or any guard series
Sebo E or D series
Their other models are still good, those are just the best.
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).
The D4 moves really well, but yes is a larger vacuum. I have a 525 squr foot apartment and own a D4 cause YOLO. The Miele vacs like the C2, C3, Guard S1, M1, L1 will overall be lighter and easier to use. The D4 is essentially a powerhouse vacuum. The mentioned miele's will have the same airflow but in a smaller package. Miele's new equivalent to the D4 is the L1 or M1 / C3 Series.
Edit: My recommendation would be the Miele if you're worried about the weight of the canister. The D4 is by no means bad that way, and I would 100% argue it's easier to use than some other brands like kenmore, etc, but the Miele's will be easier to use as far as the canister goes and may be more encouraging that way. Just make sure to get the RIGHT ATTACHMENTS!
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.
See if any vac shops have any used Miele or Sebos with a good straight air tool (you probably don't need a powerhead, but if they have one where the price is right, it could then be an option). They are some of the most serviceable vacuums out there, which is important cause everything breaks at some point, and its nice to be able to fix it. They are also sealed units.
You can add different tools later on to any of them, but powerheads can only be added to the electric hose models.
Best models to look for would be:
Miele Compact C1, C2, C3, or any guard series
Sebo E or D series
Their other models are still good, those are just the best.
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