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Last updated: Jun 5, 2026

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Reddit IconTouristenopfer
11 months ago

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.

Reddit Iconvacuous_comment
4 months ago

Miele yes. Dyson no. I have a european market 240V that I run in the US on a NEMA 6-15 outlet. Love that setup. We initially did it because 20 years ago Miele were dirt cheap in europe. Since then I have found a few US spec Miele in the trash, and several of them have been repurposed for friends and such. They are solid machines and if you want to do serious work the corded model is what you want.

6 months ago

I pull vacuums from the trash all the time. I used to do Dyson uprights, often they would just need a belt and a clean and they were goo to sell. I have done some Dyson cordless sticks, they are OK for light use, but not at all BIFL. I have found 4 or 5 Mieles over the years, some with damage or whatever. I cleaned up and fixed and a bunch of them and either sold them or given them away. They work well, are nicely deisgned, there is parts availability. Change the filter and bag often enough and they perform great. Compact size is a plus also.

Reddit IconArmyjeep4x4
7 months ago

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.

7 months ago

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.

7 months ago

Prices in Europe are more reasonable for Miele, Sebo and the Henry. Miele S series, Sebo K series and Henry would be the models I'ld be looking at.

Reddit IconBeanOnAJourney
7 months ago

We've got a Miele C3 Cat & Dog but i understand that model has been discontinued. If you can find one still for sale anywhere i'd recommend it, you'll never need to buy another one. They're built like absolute tanks and just *work*.

Reddit IconCourageHistorical100
10 months ago

The C3, for sure. If you can, find yourself a Marin. The powerhead with light on it is amazing.

2 months ago

OP didn’t mention the performance at all on their post. 🤣🥴 Glad you find your vacuum sexy and ergonomic. Meanwhile the rest of us Miele and Sebo owners will enjoy the actually clean floors and exhaust air being cleaner than what is sucked in.

Reddit IconEthanBezz
11 months ago

Miele’s strength are their bagged vacuums. Look at the Miele C3 Cat & Dog. Also definitely look at Sebo. Either the Sebo Felix or Sebo E3. All of them are bagged vacuums but bagged is the way to go.

Reddit Iconfebfatty16
10 months ago

I've a Miele Cat & Dog hair, think it's a C3 also, but highly recommend

Reddit Iconfreespiritedqueer
10 months ago

Miele C3 Cat & Dog. It's built like a tank, sucks like a champ, and will outlive your next two Dysons. Trust 🙌

11 months ago

Miele’s is really good, but stick wins for speed and convenience. Honestly, keep both. I think you can use them for different purposes

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