SEBO - AIRBELT D4 Premium

Hier heeft man laatst een hele zoektocht gedaan en we hebben nu een Sebo airbelt d4 premium Moet zeggen, hij is duur maar wel echt fijn. (Allergische man en langharige hond)

I have a D4 for upstairs carpets and two dogs, one cat. I chose it specifically over the E3 because it has a very long cord and for the configuration of our house that worked for me. I hate plugging/unplugging! But it is heavy and I don't use it on the stairs or downstairs. If you want to carry it around choose the E3.

It can suck your granny's teeth out, a really powerful machine!

That might do for you. I got a similar vac, a Titan fron Screwfix and have been very pleased with it. It's very noisy, as it's shop and not domestic. I bought it for dealing with various bits of dust and rubbleand ash, kept it as a general downstairs vac for floors that are brick and stone with rugs. Upstairs we have carpet and pets and I have a Sebo, but that's partly because I'm not prepared to lug the Titan up and down stairs, I need a vac on each floor. I've only used it once as a wet vac but it was very effective at that too. https://www.screwfix.com/p/titan-ttb774vac-1300w-16ltr-wet-dry-vacuum-220-240v/826kh

For a home of your size you might want to compare the E3 against Sebo’s D4 canister. The latter is a larger machine designed for larger homes so the bag is larger and the power cord is longer, among some other feature differences. In terms of performance they clean the same though.

Sebo D4, just picked it up to replace Lupé, our discontinued cordless. She was great but Sebo is a beast.

I own a Felix, E3 and a D4 (I love vacuums!). The canisters will clean under furniture easier than the Felix and are better for above the floor cleaning (blinds, walls, furniture, stairs). I use the Felix between deep cleaning because it is easy to put into action. If funds permit, get a Felix and one of the canisters. Train the daughters to use the Felix for day-to-day floor care and save the canister for weekly cleaning.

Sharing my family of Sebo vacuums. The Sebo D4 on the left was an EBay purchase that I refurbished. It looks and runs like new, love the extra large bag on this one! The Felix in the middle is my favorite and is a daily driver due to its ability to move easily from hard surfaces to carpet. The E3 on the right is a lightweight do-it-all machine. All of them are quiet, reliable and tackle cleaning chores easily.

- The D4 is designed for larger homes with a 40’ cord, 1.5 gallon bag and the strongest suction of the 3. This is the vacuum I pick when it’s deep cleaning, whole house day. It is best for above the floor tasks like walls, ceiling fans, upholstery, and blinds. - The E3 is the most versatile, especially medium sized homes. It’s lightweight and its suction is almost as good as the D4. The cord is shorter and its bag is nearly one full gallon. - The Felix is the easiest to grab and tackle daily tasks. About the same power as the E3, it moves easily around and under furniture. I use this one for routine cleanup, the hose is shorter so above the floor cleaning tasks require additional accessories like an extender hose or wand. I use it like a stick vacuum. If you have an apartment or condo this would be my choice. All of these have excellent air filtration, are quiet and tackle pet hair easily.

Definitely seek out and visit a Sebo/Miele dealer so they can demo all your options. You will likely get a discount and/or additional goodies thrown in (bags, filters, attachments). Whether it's Sebo or Miele, the lower cost units are suction only and won't clean your bedroom carpets effectively. Make sure your choice has a power nozzle (Sebo E3, K3, D4 or Miele C3 cat and dog). Miele just rolled out their replacement for the C3, called the Guard series. Unfortunately, there are only 2 models with the power nozzle, so if you are offered the newest model make sure it isn't suction only. Oddly, the new Miele Guard Cat and Dog does not include a power nozzle option! There are clearance deals on the previous generation Miele's, I'd go that way over the new/full markup models as these machines are excellent (Marin and the white Cat and Dog C3s are my favorites).

I have both Miele and Sebo canisters. The Miele SEB power nozzles handle thicker pile carpet better than the Sebo. I have a thick pile area rug in the master bedroom and the Sebo can't handle it. The Meile wand will go flat for under furniture cleaning, the elbow is angled more than the Sebo, in practice it isn't a significant difference. The Miele expendables (bags/filters) cost a bit more than Sebo and maintenance for a Miele will cost more compared to Sebo. The Sebo's break down much easier, quicker than a Meile. Which would I choose? I prefer my Miele C3 over the Sebo E3, but for whole house cleaning the Sebo D4 with the 40' cord and 1.5 gallon bag is the clear winner.

If you are future proofing your purchase, the D4 is ideal for the 3K+ home. In use, the D4 with its rotating hose is very manageable, not too different than a C3. Carrying the body alone upstairs is 15.9 pounds vs 12.5 for a C3. The Sebo wand and head is lighter than a C3 with a SEB 228 power nozzle.

Just bought a Sebo D4 yesterday. Had the whole family trying the vacuum. It works great. We have 3 dogs and lots of long hair from females in the house. Fantastic! What took forever using a Dyson bagless canister and honestly didn’t pick up much was a cinch with the D4. The 40ft cord will allow us to reach every single room in our one story. It will be a time saver!

Extremely easy. With a push of a button you can remove the brush roll. This was one reason I went with the Sebo and not the Miele. The Miele you cannot remove the brush without taking the head apart. Check YouTube for removing the brush from the head on the Sebo.

I didn’t care about budget and ended up with a D4. No Regerts.

We have a very similar home setup as you, along with 2 dogs (a Newfie and a GS) and 2 cats. We decided on the Sebo D4 and are loving it. Bagged is so much better than the Dyson bagless that we used to have and the D4 bag is huge. The cord is the longest and the hose on the canister articulates so it doesn't twist itself up. Not too loud (our cats hate vacuums!). Lots of power that can be controlled from the handle. Great warranty. It's a solid vacuum.

It is large and bulky, and a pain in the ass to take up a flight of stairs. Also if your place is cramped its gonna constantly crash into objects. Everything else is top class

My Sebo is my favorite appliance. They're easy to maintain and I got a killer deal on FB Marketplace.

I have two Shibas and similar flooring. Love my Sebo D4!

You’ll save money. If you buy a Dyson or Shark you’ll have to spend another 200 or 300 bucks in a few years. If you buy a Sebo, you will be set for 10 to 20 years.

If you’re spending 800 on a Dyson just spend that on a Sebo or Miele and you’re good for 10+ years lol

A SEBO D4 is probably my pick. Maybe one of the new Miele Guard series if you want something flashy with new technology. But I’d go with a D4 or E3 if I was you

Pretty much either Miele or Sebo with a powerhead. Any of them. If you really do have wall to wall carpets, a second hand Kirby with a HEPA bag is decent lol

SEBO D4. 40’ retractable cord, 8’ hose. 1.5gal capacity bags, cassette brushroll. But it’s a bit over budget. And no carpet washer. Carpet washer I wouldn’t hesitate for a second to get a Bissell Big Green. They’re commercial grade, high performance, versatile, easy to use, very easy to clean and maintain, durable, repairable. And the price on them I think is phenomenal. For the vacuum, I’m thinking a Bissell Big Green BG1000 / ProTeam Proforce XP1500 / Lavex dual motor upright / Aerus (Electrolux) commercial upright - these are all the same machine based on the Electrolux Discovery II It’s not a canister but the brush can shut off for hard floors. The bags are big and will compact a lot of pet hair. They’re durable, repairable, high performance, easy to use, lie flat and clean under beds and can be had for a decent price if you look around a little.

The best vacuum cleaner is the one that fits your cleaning needs. That said; if I’m choosing: - MD or Vacuflo central vac with chameleon retractable hoses and direct connext inlets. - Canister: SEBO D4 - Raw Power upright: Riccar R40 - Overall upright: Sebo X -Cordless: Hoover ONEPWR Hepa Bagged Upright BH55500PC (oreck has one, Hoover commercial has 40v version) - Ultralight: Oreck Elevate Conquer (yes Riccar R17 is excellent but this has a swivel neck)

The E3 is great, but with 3500sq ft, the D4 might be a better fit. It has a 40’ cord, longer hose, and larger bag than the E3. Both are fantastic vacuums though. And with all the bare floor, upgrade the floor tool if you can, it will be worth it.

The D4 has a 40’ cord and SEBO parts and service are far more affordable than Miele. SEBO is commercial grade and is designed for heavy-duty use.

If you’re willing to invest, I can’t recommend a SEBO D4 enough. It’s a commercial grade machine built to be used and last decades. The D4 has a 1.5gal bag, and an 8’ tapered hose (most machines are maybe 6’). It’s quiet, smooth, and wonderfully powerful. With that amount of hair and dirt, you’re probably better off with an electric nozzle than a turbo or straight-suction. The turbos are fine but aren’t built for large amounts of dirt and straight-suction nozzles can struggle a little with hair on carpet. The ET-1 is a commercial grade nozzle with a tool free removable brushroll that’s top rack dishwasher safe. It’s one of the most powerful nozzles yet among the quietest. It has my favorite swivel neck in the industry and incredible edge cleaning. The D4 also has a 40’ retractable cord which is the longest in the industry. If you really want an upright, SEBO Felix is also great and uses the same power nozzle.

You’ll have plenty of options then! Since you have high pile rugs, I’d probably lean towards an electric powerhead (it’s slightly overkill but who ever said overkill is a bad thing). Plus, should you ever move somewhere in the next 20+ years with wall to wall carpeting you’ll be able to use the same vac. I’d check out a Sebo E3, D4, Miele C3 Homecare electro+. If you have a Miele/Sebo dealer nearby stop in and take those for a test drive. The Sebo is more utilitarian and has a 10yr warranty if purchased from a dealer. The Miele is still a very solid machine, but more form over function and *only* has a 5yr as the longest warranty.

I’d definitely grab a Sebo D4 or E3 for your home.

Definitely don’t buy a $75 cordless vacuum. It will be in the trash before the New Year then you’ll be looking to replace it, wasting even more money. If you can stretch slightly (a bit). Keep an eye out for Black Friday sales for a Hoover Complete performance or Kenmore intuition. Agreed with Performance reviews - used is a great option for that budget. A used Miele, Sebo, Oreck or Sanitare

For a house that size a Sebo D4 would be well worth the extra investment. The cord is crazy long which you would definitely appreciate.

Depends on your form factor preference. Upright or canister. Sebo and Miele are going to be the brands to look at. Canister: Miele C3, Sebo D4 or E3 Upright: Sebo Felix or Dart

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.

Lots of options for that budget. Miele C1 cat and dog (good for smaller homes) Miele C3 home care (slightly over budget) Sebo K3, E3, D4 (the latter being over budget but excellent for large homes and pets) Any of these will be excellent and blow the Dyson and Hoover out of the water. which one depends on your personal preference. Imo find a local dealer and take all the above for a test drive to see which you prefer.

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.

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.

Sebo D4, Miele C3 Homecare, Sebo E3, Sebo K3, Sebo Dart/felix No particular order. You’ll notice these are all corded and bagged which is the gold standard.

Either the Sebo D4 Premium or Miele C3 Marin. Both are over your price range but will get the work done.

For context, I’m on the shorter side (5’1”). I had a C3 cat & dog before I got my D4 and the D4 doesn’t feel heavier to me when I carry it upstairs. I agree with the other comment, the Miele powerhead felt heavier and more awkward. The D4 also feels easier to maneuver around and I think it’s because of the rotating hose where it connects to the canister. The C3 didn’t have that feature and it does make a big difference. Go for the D4, you’ll be quite impressed!

Agree with this. The E3 will be JUST slightly above your budget but the power head is going to be a must for your carpets. We have an E3 and a D4 and theyre both amazing. With the extended warranties and ease of cleaning the brushrool, E3 gets my vote

Run a cleaning business and we have a Sebo E3 and D4 and love them. Super easy to change and clean the brushrolls too

My wife runs a cleaning business and has a sebo e3 and d4...but she likes using the kenmore quite a bit and its the one we use at our house the most. Cheap, convenient, decently reliable, and does a great job cleaning

We own a cleaning business. We use Sebo E3 and D4. Currently also use a Kenmore Intuition BU4050 as an upright but will get a felix once we need another. Will never use a bagless Vacuum again, especially a Shark. They are junk and never last for the amount we use them. Bags are so much easier and cleaner, require very little maintenance besides changing a filter once or twice a year. Bags last a long time vs emptying a bin multiple times a day.

Just buy the last vacuum you will ever need. Sebo D4. 

I own a Sebo D4 & it’s absolutely amazing!!! Everytime I use it, I just smile, the ergonomics are amazing. Beautifully crafted machine

I use a Sanitaire upright for the heavey extraction of fur ,dirt,and dander. And my Sebo D4 Premium for the fine dust vacuuming. The filtration on the Sebo is just amazing. But it would overwelm my machine with tasking it to do the the heavy lifting+ expecting it to filter that much fur.

I bought a Dyson from Dyson and returned it because it was unusable garbage. Took me over 3 months to get a refund. Bought a Sebo D4 premium locally, and it is a shining golden god that I get cleaned and maintenanced for free every year. TL:DR Amazon reviews are useless

Just bought a Sebo D4 last weekend. 10 year warranty (no paperwork required for service - they use serial number). Super long cord. Big bags. Great filter. Easy maintenance. Power head brush pops right out for cleaning and has no exposed bearings. It replaced a Miele C1 which is also good, but too small for our house and lacks a power head. 

Sebo D4 is better in my opinion than the E3. If only because they move around so much smoother than the E3. The 4 wheels I think makes the difference. The swivel on the hose makes it work smoother too. I dunno just my opinion. Both are great, but in the hour I spent with both machines before I purchased my D4 the difference was so noticeable. I also have chronic pain issues too and the E3 hurt to pull. I will say though the D4 is definitely heavier if you pick it up, but I'm lucky my husband handles most of it.

Thank you! Just used this code on a Sebo D4 and few accessories.

Check out r/BIFLVacuums. There’s a lot of good info on there. I recommend Sebo because all their vacs come with a 10 year warranty (when purchased from an authorized dealer). The D4 has  a 40 foot cord, the longest I’ve seen on a vacuum. It’s also extremely powerful. It’s got so much suction that the power head feels self propelled. It’s also got some really nice features like push button cord rewind, a swivel hose to canister connection so it moves around easily behind you.  The Sebo E3 is an excellent option too. If you have a local dealer, stop in and try them out. You’ll be very happy with a Sebo for years to come:)

Get your carpets professionally cleaned with a truck mount setup. Your Sebo D4 is fine. Like others have said, if you want a Kirby buy one used off FB marketplace or Craigslist. There's always one available for dirt cheap. Sometimes you can find them on the side of the road for free.

There are a handful of vacuums that can clean the Mohawk SmartStrand Silk “soft carpet.” 1. Kirby (with the optional delicate brush roll I presume) 2. Miele C3 with the SEB228; used to be a SoftCarpet model but it wasn’t much different from the other C3s. 3. Sebo vacs with the ET-1 nozzle (adjustable suction, manual carpet height adjustment) with the delicate brush roll 4. Kenmore Elite canister 5. Rainbow SRX with v1.0 and v1.2 power nozzle + soft brush roll 6. SoniClean - I think those are the vacs that have a vibrating pad instead of a revolving brush roll There are more, but these are a few of them. Adjustable carpet height paired with adjustable suction are must have features for those types of carpet, but I like them for any type of carpet.

I could have sworn it was LT-1. It’s ET-1. I was referring to the electric power nozzle used on their canisters, and the Dart/Felix uprights. It’s also available for central vacs.

With the Miele C3, the most frustrating thing is the top of the metal electric wand - it has a plastic rim that somehow breaks. It’s extremely common. I bought a $1500 C3 Brilliant that this happened to within a year or so, which really pissed me off. So, I bought a Sebo D4 based on reviews and techs praising the bullet-proof from head to toe with quality. I absolutely hated it. I sold I within 3 months, and tried the E3. Again, same story. I decided that the Miele C3’s benefits outweighed those of the D4 and E3, so I kept my Brilliant. The lesson I learned is that there isn’t a perfect vacuum. You can spend $4,000 on a Rainbow or Hyla and have the same issues, very easily. Why? It’s just the nature of mass-produced products. There will always be a set of drawbacks / cons you have to accept as part of the package deal. The better question is, which set of drawbacks are you more comfortable with? For me, I valued cleaning performance, comfort, ease-of-use, filtration, wanted the best-the-best that had each of those things at industry-leading levels, the number 1, and so that was Miele C3. I can say I have owned it for 5 years now, going on 6, and used it every single day for an hour for the first 3 years. No mechanical issues that have affected performance or overall function. The top of the wand is a cosmetic issue, and will not prevent the handle from staying locked into the wand. The SEB 236 has a recline lever inside of it that tends to quit working so well after some time, but again, that isn’t a big deal to me, and is the C3 is still worth owning many times over despite that. Those are really the only two flaws I can find. I have found flaws and drawbacks with every single machine I’ve owned, and I’ve owned/ repaired many of them from all price points. Overall, they really are incredibly well engineered, but Miele places priority on the motor unit, critical functions, and tolerances, and that’s where you find the Miele-level precision. They are simply tools at the end of the day, useful machines. There is one or maybe two things I’d change, but overall, I can’t find one with more power, a better power nozzle, better filtration, and is easier to use, and all of that in one package.

Love my Sebo D4. Miele snowflakes can take a long walk off a short pier. Yes I am starting a gang war.

Love our D4. 2 large dogs, 2 long hair cats and a short hair cat, amazing suction, huge bag and the longest cord.

You will not regret keeping the Dyson as your quick cleaner. The SEBO is a much better vacuum for deep cleaning and the hardwoods. If the flooring rush, didn’t come with the Cibo, go to a vacuum store and pick up the parquet floor tool.

D4 has a little more power than the E3, much more capacity in the bag and a much longer cord. The size is normally the issue. You’ll be happier with the D4 in that size of home with a high shedding dog and lots of traffic and dirt

Two different design, designs, and vacuums. The Kirby is a direct air vacuum, while the SEBO is a clean air vacuum. What that means is that the Kirby pushes all the dirt through the motor, while the SEBO sucks the dirt into the bag. Very similar cleaning levels of vacuums, much more versatility with the SEBO unit

Get a SEBO D4 Dyson are cool looking but nothing compares to a SEBO.

Thanks for the review! I have a D4 which is basically an E3 with a bigger bag and I feel mostly the same about mine. Don't forget that you have a 10 year parts+labor warranty on it! That's part of why it's so expensive.

That's a reasonable way to go about it. The bags for the D4 seem to last me 3-4 months so if I had the E3 they would've lasted ~2 months which could've been worth the savings to the right person. It's also larger and heavier to push around while vacuuming.

My first good brand purchase was a Sebo D4. I looked for quite awhile when one came up on Ebay. It went for cheap ($450) because the seller got it at an estate sale and didn't do much hype it up. It was barely used and has been running strong for five years. Absolutely love that beast.

Good to know! I bought a used Sebo and have had a couple repairs done and both seemed very reasonable.

I’m in Canada but am in the process of researching for the purchase of a vacuum cleaner. In Canada at least, Sebo is a no brainer over Miele. They are cheaper for equivalent features, they have a Longer warranty and Parts are easier to obtain if something does go wrong, bags and filters are also cheaper. After testing out some models I prefer the Sebo canisters as well, a lot of the preference is about the electric power head but that may not apply in your situation since you don’t have carpet. In addition, I found both the e3 and D4 easier to manoeuvre (they handle differently from each other, but i was able to figure out the best way to get around the store with each one and did better than with the C3) I also like having the suction control on the wand handle as opposed to on the machine. In your situation, depending on the plushness of your area rugs, you could potentially go with any of their e or d models. I have 2 cats and a dog as well and if I’d didn’t have wall to wall carpet on my second floor, I’d be getting the D4 airbelt, I have low pile area rugs and hard wood on my main floor and included tools would be ideal for that combo, plus it offers the potential to add a power head down the line, I’d also pick up a handheld turbo head for your stairs. In my circumstances I’m leaning towards the e3 or the Felix as I want a canister but my wife prefers an upright. We may end up with two vacuums, one for each floor.

With 4 bedrooms being carpet and the rest being hard floor you're going to need to swap out a power head with a hard floor tool unless your carpet is super low pile. I just got a Sebo E3 for my 2500 square foot home. It comes with the ET-1 power head for carpet and a standard parquet tool for hard floors, plus a crevice tool and an upholstery tool. I like that it's very lightweight and quiet with powerful suction. I do wish the cord was a bit longer but I don't think the price to upgrade to the D4 was worth it to get a longer cord and larger bag. But if being able to reach more of your home without unplugging is important consider the D4, especially with one level weight of the vacuum might not be a factor. And it does have a much bigger bag if you don't like changing bags. I think I would have been happy with the K3 also but with the discount I got they ended up not being too much different in price so I went with the E3. But I'm sure the K3 would have been fine too. I am going to get some additional attachments, probably the premium parquet tool for my hard floors as I do deal with many cat hair tumbleweeds.

Yeah it’s strange. Probably old stock, it was this and D4 1200 watts which i bought.

SEBO d4 for your space. 2500sqf is at the limit of range for Felix and with heavy use... D4 is the better option.

Favourites: Canister: Lindhaus HF6 and Sebo E3 Upright: Lindhaus Diamanté 300 Least favourites: Canister: any Kenmore made after 2010 Upright: Shark Vertex Honourable mentions would be the Miele S7, Miele C3, Sebo K3 and D4, and the Lindhaus Valzer ecoGREEN.

RIP to your Filter Queen beauty. I had one just like this in the 2000s as a “toy.” I’ve always thought Filter Queens are cool. Since you’ve ruled out Miele, have you looked at the Sebo D4? That’s a premium vacuum that is good for large homes and all floor types.

We have the same size house, and while I LOVE our E3, I wish I had considered the D4. The power cord situation gets annoying.

We have an open floor plan and I can’t even clean between the kitchen and living room without switching plugs. It also doesn’t fully reach up our staircase. So for us, yes, it would make a big difference. But it’s probably would depend on the layout of your home.

Yeah they truly were well built and nice looking. Fortunately we still have the old e-2000 sitting in the dark corners of his basement and it still works but has seen better days. I want to say I want to restore the old unit but it’s actually far more cost effective to buy a gently used one and go from there. No real reason to own one though as the modern vacuums are much better for filtration so I focus my life energy on taking care of our modern vacuum - sebo Felix and sebo d4 (in the sexy red no less). But if I could trim back the clock I’d want to give the e-2000 a little more respect than it got.

this is a great review and I share similar sentiments. I missed out on a lightly used Felix in white (even though I have a minty one in Onyx as one of our daily drivers). The vacuum albeit heavy and not very stable when using the hose (tends to tip over) that it is a crazy powerful vacuum cleaner that gets the job done and you can just FEEL the quality built into this thing. I would have ZERO hesitations recommendation Sebo vacuums and I'm not even a vacuum sales person - just someone that really enjoys the fine high quality engineering and build quality of their vacuums. While I admit that we also like our Dyson V10 absolute a lot for the day to day light cleanups that for the deep cleaning of the shag rug and hardwood floors that the Felix or his canister brother the D4 is always used to give everything a very very VERY deep cleaning. My spouse has suggested I get rid of one of our Sebos is "never in a million years will I give up the units we currently own".

The D4 is honestly good for any sized home. The suction power and capacity alone I think makes it worth it. I have a modest sized home and the D4 is orally overkill but I have no regrets.

Boost mode? I have a D4 premium and I have never heard or seen this on any North American Sebo vac. This is interesting news…

find them on marketplace. I've purchased AT LEAST 6 Sebos over the past 3 years and I've scored a D4, multiple Felix, K3 and I'm on the hunt for an E3 for kicks. In every case they were relatively pristine with a few scuffs and scratches and all I had to do was change the bag and filter and wipe it down and it looked almost brand new. Every purchase I've made was under $350 Canadian with nothing broken or missing AND I even got spare consumables from the previous owners.

It sounds big and I definitely had my fair share of vacuums pass through my hands. I buy and sell to "trade up" to the next mintier model. Felix units are fairly easy to find on Facebook marketplace so over the course of time I've bought and sold at least 4-5 of them and then even handled 2 Sebo D4s. I've just kept 1 pristine example of each model (sans the E3 which I can't find yet for a very good price) and the funds made from previous sales basically covers the cost of my Sebo units. Regardless of the ones I sold off they were all built like tanks and didn't actually need ANY repair parts other than perhaps a missing tool holder clip or a brush.

Not sure your budget, but with that amount of fur, I would look at installing a central vacuum. If not, than the Sebo D4 is your best bet. It’s got a 1.5 gallon bag, and a tapered hose connection which helps prevent clogs. It also has a removable brush roller so that you can clean hair and other stuff off the brush roll super easy. If you buy from a Sebo authorized dealer, it comes with a 10 year warranty. Here’s the dealer locator: https://www.sebo.us/dealer-locator

It comes down to wanting something that is built to last, easy to maintain and repair, and buying a brand that stands behind their product. When you buy a Sebo from an authorized dealer, it comes with a 10 year warranty. You can take it to any Sebo dealer and they’ll fix it for free. You don’t get that at a $150 price point. It’s not like 30 years ago when most products were BIFL. If you want something that lasts and has a good warranty, it costs more. If you don’t care if it lasts and you don’t mind replacing it often, spend $150. It’s that simple.

Dyson is not BIFL. Neither is Shark. Pet hair and hard floors are like the bare minimum that any vacuum should be able to deal with.  No vacuum you get in a department store is going to be BIFL in 2025.  Look at your local vacuum shops and see what they have in stock.  Sebo, after all my research, seems to be the absolute pinnacle of BIFL brand new vacuums in 2025. I recently bought one, a D4 premium, and am quite happy with it. Not only is it built well and does it perform well, but since I purchased it through an authorized dealer, my local vacuum store, I was able to obtain their extended warranty for free. 10 years on the motor and any non wear parts, 7 years labor. They provide a teardown schematic in the owners manual parts are readily available and cheap, and they support their dealer network.  Also remember suction doesn't clean, airflow cleans. 

Not a housekeeper but after I got my D4 my housekeeper stopped using her vacuum and uses mine 🤪. Shes gone through 3 sharks since she started working with me. I convinced her to head over to my vacuum store and look at the Felix (she’s a little older and the D4 IS a bit heavy). My house stays cleaner longer with the D4. And I’m shocked at what my bag looks like upon emptying.

Correct from Maine03… if you buy from a dealer. It’s 10 years. My dealer matched the online prices (not the like stupid low prob wouldn’t get a real Sebo prices from hack websites but the general online prices, threw in extra bags, told me he could always give me about 2x the bags Amazon can get me for the same price. And gave me discounted accessories on things I knew I wanted AND talked me into waiting to purchase an attachment to see if the standard attachment would suffice. IMO it’s way more fun to buy “luxury” items from someone who gets jazzed about them, tells you cool features and you walk outta somewhere with a cool thing vs just delivery from Amazon.

I have a tineco S5 pro. I have large tile with light grout. When the grout is filthy the best thing for me to do is pull out my large steamer that allows me to continuously fill without turning off the machine and blast the grout with a lot of hot steam water. Then suck up the water at the same time with a shop vac- or my tineco 2 person job or just kinda slow, but it’s “easy” on the body. Next is a V shaped grout brush on a long rigid pole with a low suds degreaser like Krud kutter and scrub all thre grout. Then suck up with the tineco in suction only. But this is much more labor intensive. Unless I am pressed for time, I always vacuum (Sebo D4) before the tineco because it makes the cleanup easier. But if you are mopping often, the tineco (or similar) is a great tool for maintenance cleaning. Id love your orbital one!!! But it would be excessive for my life style and cleaning habits. The tineco doesn’t have an aggressive brush, I carry a plastic putty knife to help stubborn spots or pretreat. The older I get the more I go back to corded items. You have more power and aren’t tied to battery life. Also, your vacuum may need an upgrade. I switched to bagged after having Dyson v8 and it’s WILD how much better clean I get. I’m content with my tineco. A lot has changed in the 5 years I’ve had it and I’d absolutely do some comparisons again. I have a 5.5 year old, 2 adults and a large short hair dog.

Went to my local vacuum store last week and purchase the D4 (in Onyx) for 1200 😭

If you want a really good canister vacuum and if price isn’t an issue, I’d recommend the Miele C3 Cat and Dog or a similar model with an electric power nozzle. I’d also either recommend the Sebo E3 or D4 with power nozzle. Both machines are very well built and will last you years if taken care of. I would absolutely NOT listen to the person who recommended the Rainbow vacuum and I personally would never recommend a water filter vacuum; with that much carpet and two cats you’ll be straight up cleaning mud out the vacuum every time you use it. If you want an upright, I’d recommend the Sebo Felix or Riccar R30D Tandem Air.

I have not been diagnosed with ADHD and 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 because I don't have pets and I don't let dirt build up for weeks at a time, and I can't see the dirt that got sucked up. 😅 I think someone on this sub bought one of the Miele cordless and loved it, but they are in the Dyson price range.

Machines offered by Miele or Sebo have a decent probability of lasting 10-20 years. **What you need to do is find a vacuum that makes vacuuming enjoyable for YOU**. What this means depends on your own preferences and what appeals to you. If a vacuum is BIFL it better be something you'll enjoy being stuck with. I can only speak from the perspective of a Sebo D4 owner, but one big thing I think Sebo has on all of their canister models is suction controls at your fingertips. Having the ability to control suction on the Miele models can only be found among their most expensive models which rise above $1,500 which imo is ridiculous. **I just don't understand why I would ever want to either bend over or press buttons on the canister with my foot if the manufacture can place these buttons/controls near my fingertips.** The only times I touch the canister is to turn it on/off, rewind the cord, or use the accessory attachments. One note on filtration, too. While HEPA filtration is technically 'better', the Sebo models offer hospital-grade filtering which is good enough for the average consumer unless one has severe dust allergies. Both methods of filtration would be suitable, and I guarantee you will be hard pressed to find people on this sub who purchased a Sebo and then complained about the filtration.

Favorites: Canister: Lindhaus HF6 or Sebo D4 Upright: Miele S7/U1 Least favorites Canister: Any Dyson 'Ball' style canister (DC39 and beyond) Upright: Shark Apex Duoclean

The D4 is definitely a larger and heavier machine than the Miele C3 (or new L1) but it has some features that make IMO nicer to use than a Miele C3, coming from someone thats had both machines. The D4 has 4 caster wheels vs 3 on the C3 D4 has a much longer hose (8ft) vs the C3 (6ft) and it swivels 320 degrees at the machine end on the D4. D4 has a much longer cord (40ft) than most C3 models (24ft or 36ft on the 2 most expensive models) The D4 also has the machine motor speed/on-off, and powerhead on/off controls right on the handle (only the 2 most expensive C3 models have that and none of the newer L1 variants do in the U.S) This also applies when comparing the D4 to the new L1 Guard as the L1 has most of the same specs as the outgoing C3. Then you have the usual Sebo advantages over Miele such as longer warranty (10 years vs 5 years), cheaper consumables (bags and filters) and parts, overall better build quality, and stellar customer service.

Since you are in the UK look at the Sebo Automatic X7 or Sebo Airbelt D4. The Automatic X7 is their top of the line upright with automatic height adjustment. The D4 is their top of the line canister with a large bag and would be great for cleaning the car.

Just to add to this, when I bought my previous vacuum it was bagless because I *couldn't afford* a bagged vacuum. I hated empyting that thing so much. I bought a Sebo D4 last week, very happy with it. My only complaint is that the "parking slot" mechanism feels flimsy, but the rest is very solid.

Honestly, a canister - that way you're dragging the weight on wheels instead of holding it in your hand. I presume there's carpet. If so, my recommendations are either the Sebo D4 premium or the Lindhaus HF6 with power nozzle. Sebo K3 if you're trying to economize.

Both Sebo and Lindhaus have a wider nozzle available - the ET-2 and the PB14 respectively. Ask your local vacuum store about them - they'll help on that large area. (The ET-2 works on either the D4 or the K3.)

Listen, long term investment is a 20-30yr machine. Look into Sebo and specifically the D4. Great for combo flooring, the hose has 360 swivel at the base and at the wand. 40ft cord, 1gal bag. Etc.

Genuinely I just bought my D4 this week after saving up for months. Sebo is very user friendly too

I would love a Sebo D4 especially in that colour. I have had an E3 premium with powerhead but had to sell it. The Airbelt was another great looking machine.

This. He was my first intro to an actual, quality vacuum. Said that canister vacs lasted longer, companies had much more solid warranties, suction power was stronger, filtration was stronger, and didn’t have to empty five times in a single session if you had pets. He was right. Bought a Sebo d4, have owned it for years now, and would never even think about going back to a bagless vacuum as my main cleaner.

I love how quiet it is.

Bought a Sebo D4 today based on lots of recommendations & research.

For homes of this size, either a Sebo D4 or a Lindhaus HF6. Huge bags, long cords.

Sebo D4 works amazingly well. I have 2 mastiffs and a great pyr.  Life changing investment. 

>We have 2 dogs that shed A LOT: > I hear the D4 has a 6L bag but I feel as though itll get full pretty quick. 6L is a ***gallon and a half***.... 1.5 milk jugs full of hair (and concentrated dog fragrance). not sure you can find a bigger bag unless you go commercial. i have 3 dogs. >What about the smell? smell is at full power when the bag gets about quarter full... a fresh bag doesn't stay that way for long.. these use water to filter.. but $$$. ($$) [https://rainbowsystem.com/](https://rainbowsystem.com/) The Rainbow uses Mother Nature’s most powerful element, water, to trap dirt and odors, returning only naturally clean, water-washed air to your home environment.

I don’t think you’ll find a good vaccum for that price range. Dysons won’t do anything (I have one and have a medium pile rug). For even a small amount of rugs/carpets sebo k3/e3 or d4. If you think the amount of carpet you have is not that much compared to hardwood/tile, you could go with an e2 or k2. But I won’t recommend it.

Why do you hold onto all 3? I have the d4. I think it’s a bit overkill for my house (mostly hardwood 2750sq ft Ranch style house). So can’t  imagine having another vacuum (and the space to store all of them)

I have all hardwood floors and 2700 sqft house and went with a sebo d4. We have a bunch of medium piles rugs now.  I think I could have gotten by with an sebo e2 or even a k2. You definitely need a bigger bag. So I would recommend a d1 at least. We vaccum everyday under the high chair of my daughter and it works really well. No food debris. 

I have a 2750 sq ft house and picked the D4. The only reason I chose it was because it was only $50 more expensive than the e3. But the d4 is overkill for the size of my house. If the choice is between them, I’d get the e3. I also live in a ranch style house. So most vacuuming is still on the main level. If your house has 2 floors and a basement, the e3 is significantly easier the carry up two flights of stairs. This might be different for you. I’m 5’8 and 135lbs. Not the strongest.  I have more rugs than you. Even with that if I would advise, I would get the e2 or d1. 

Yup. My square footage is much higher (2700). But majority of cleaning is on my main level (1500). Lower level/basment 1200. Still bought a d4 over e3. I think the design of the gasket is much better. I looked at performancereviews on YouTube for the e3 and d4. He does have a video on e2. In his Sebo buying guide video he would have recommended a k2 for you. 1000 sq ft might be a bit overkill for the d1. But I think if the prices are that close I’d buy the d1, especially since the premium parquet brush comes with it

I bought the Sebo D4 for about that. Very happy with my purchase

I just replaced my 20 year old Miele Chapagne with a Sebo D4. The warranty was better than Miele when purchased from a dealer for 10 year motor, 10 year non wear parts and 7 year labor. I also liked that the cosumables are currently a little cheaper.

I've been waiting for a review on this, thank you!! Yeah this machine is too cheap to pay for repairs if something goes wrong. If you absolutely have to have a budget/mid-range canister, this will do, but I think it's worth spending more for a SEBO or Miele that will last longer and perform better

I loved telling people how much research I did and how confident I am with my SEBO. I truly think it will last me 20+ years and deliver great performance over that period. It's nice to own things that won't break often and are worth fixing when they do

They are EXPENSIVE new but you can find them under $300 used. Miele is hard to figure out which models are good for carpet, but SEBO: If you want a canister: K3, E3, D4 If you want an upright: any, but the residential models are Dart/Felix

For example, my SEBO D4 lets me completely disconnect the [powerhead](https://share.google/9LlYG2QGYuljQyYSK) at the base and replace it with a different [attachment](https://share.google/6YPKlOsdprXiSQa1Q) that works much better on hardwood floors. Most canister vacuums are like this

Bought a Sebo airbelt D4 in 2014. Had the vacuum serviced and the wrap around bumper replaced two years ago. It’s a really good canister vacuum, I am very happy I bought it. I have owned 3 Sears canisters over the last 35 years, all but one still works and have been gifted to my kids.

I’ve had my Sebo D4 canister for 11 years, no complaints, very well made.

In a long hair household going from a Dyson (v10) I had to give a haircut every room or face the consequences of hair not being picked out of the carpet as well to a Sebo (D4) that I didnt even realize had hair on the roller until I was putting the machine away... antitangle is not really on my mind with the much more powerful machine. Plus being able to pop the whole roller out in a second without a tool it matters to me even less.

As a person who had a Miele for 15 years and just replaced it last week with a new SEBO D4 I love getting something brand new after using the same thing for many years. But with that being said, I would love my home to be equipped with central vacuuming. I honestly recommend simply replacing the motor in your central vacuum system. I think after 18 years under $400 for a replacement motor is really cheap.

No, not at all. I absolutely agree with what the OP is saying. Now while I’ve never heard anybody actually use the term future proof when it comes to a vacuum, it’s always good to get a vacuum that is capable of doing everything in case your lifestyle changes. You might move into a new home that has more carpeting and you don’t have to buy a whole new vacuum. They may decide to add more thicker rugs on their hardwood floor and the vacuum is capable of taking care of that. It’s exactly why I bought the SEBO D4 premium. My previous vacuum was the Miele top of the line, but it’s no better than the SEBO E3 premium. I have an 800 square-foot apartment, but when I decide to move to a much larger space I wanna make sure my vacuum accommodates the new home so I don’t have to go out and buy another vacuum.

OP the D4 is the top canister and it comes with the ET-1 power brush head. The E1 is just a pure suction machine. It does not offer an electronic brush roll and you can’t add it later. So if you want a suction only device then you want the D1 or the E1. If you want a power brush roll, then you want the D4 or the E3. I have the D4. I wouldn’t trade it for anything. The dust bag is 1.5 gallons. Bigger than all the others and its category.

I’m here in California so there are more options here. I purchased my D4 premium from a dealer, and I absolutely regret buying it from THAT dealer, but that’s another story. Just order it from the SEBO website. The only color you can’t get is Onyx because that requires you buying it from a local dealer. But you also get the 10 year warranty extension, and I like to buy from the manufacturer because you usually get the latest one with the latest tweaks rather than buying it from a local dealer whose machine may have been sitting in their stockroom for over a year before it got sold. The only caviat of buying it from the SEBO website is you don’t get any discounts on the D4 premium. That’s the biggest benefit from buying from a dealer and they may give you some money off. There are also several SEBO dealers online such as the eVacuum Store. You can call them, but I don’t know if they offer discounts.

No, no. Any color option. If you choose the white one or the black one and you buy it from SEBO Direct you will get the 10 year extension warranty. It used to be only the Onyx option, which is only sold by dealers but SEBO now gives the 10 year extension warranty from their website.

I’m happy for you that you’re happy OP, but I can’t believe I’m saying this but as much as I have loved Miele they are going in a completely different direction that I don’t like. It’s a Vacuum, not a smartphone, but all this Bluetooth and app downloading nonsense and the LCD screen is silly. On top of that Miele is outsourcing parts for several of their newer machines. I can’t recommend anything but SEBO.

I have a D4 premium. No way would I have gotten the D9. Lesser warranty and it doesn’t have the feedback for the suction power. There’s no benefit of buying that machine over the D4. In fact, it’s not just that the D4 has a five-year warranty, but it actually has a 10 year warranty when you register the product. That doesn’t happen with the D9.

Our D4 Premium 2.0 arrived today and is our first SEBO. Thrilled with it! I really appreciate the small updates they’ve made.

I should add that I owned a DC25 for many years, and then a Dyson v15 Detect Absolute. I recently purchased a SEBO D4 Premium 2.0. It’s my first SEBO, first bagged vacuum, and first canister style vacuum. We have mostly carpet in our home, with the exception of kitchen, dining area (open plan kitchen style) & bathroom. Also live in the U.K. Happy to answer any questions, but absolutely love the SEBO.

Take a look at SEBO vacuums like the E3 & D4. They’re very well regarded. Uncertain of dealer prices in Denmark but SEBO definitely operate there. You’ll want to look at the Premium 2.0 variants of the models I mentioned. There are E3s that don’t come with the power head (the head is known as the ET-1); Premium 2.0 model does.

As a current generation D4 Premium 2.0 owner, I can tell you it has no boost mode either, so you’re not missing out on that :).

I’m in the U.K. same as you. Bought it in August from them. https://sebo.co.uk/sebo-airbelt-d4-premium-epower.html The E3 does have boost though. Just not D4.

I love my Sebo D4. I fill one of the giant bags in  a month to 1.5 months—I have 2 giant dogs (100lb fluffy shepherd mix and a 75lb standard coat shepherd) plus two short hair cats. 1600 square feet of mixed area rugs and hard floors.  This thing is a tank and I love that I don’t have to inhale pet dander emptying a tank everyday. I vacuum pretty regularly, every other day at a minimum.  I got mine from Walnut Creek vacuum, on this subs info page there’s a spot for deals.. so check that out it brought the price down.

I love my Sebo D4– with two large heavy shedding dogs, two cats, and two messy kids I vacuum everyday and really appreciate the giant bag. For my pretty heavy use, I use a bag in a month - one and a half months (2000sq ft mix carpet, laminate, and area rugs).  I would get a smaller model if you have lots of stairs, the D4 has a pretty big body and is cumbersome on stairs (like I’ve toppled it multiple times because I was too lazy to bring the whole body down farther and I thought the hose could reaaachhh that corner and whoops! Down she goes). 

Soo.. I LOVE my D4 but it IS large and bulky. I vacuum everyday (extraordinary number of animals…) so I appreciate the giant cavernous bag.  But I have a split level and I mange to tip my vacuum down the stairs more than I would like.. I can get pretty far with the hose, but it just isn’t long enough to get all of them (half a normal staircase) so I have to carry the canister down if I want to avoid tumbling it down the stairs.  That being said, I don’t think it’s too heavy, just a bit unwieldy if you’re trying to move the power head plus the vacuum. It’s not bad at all if you’re just using the hard floor attachment (oh, I did get the swerving hard floor brush— baffles me that it isn’t standard with the D4). 

Got the D4 a few weeks ago from performance vacuum who you replied to. It’s insane how much better this thing does than anything I have ever had. With our dogs, the removable roller is a lifesaver for removing hair after every weekly run. The power head actually tried to pull away from me when I turned it on the first time since I was not expecting it.

I have a sebo d4 canister the motor blew and I got it back within a week from warranty during that time I was using my Dyson cordless it's rubbish

I had one of these and used it for some time. Then I went to buy new carpet and wanted a special vacuum that would be good for my super soft carpet. I bought a bagged Fuller Brush Mighty Maid I named Helen. The first time I used Helen, I suddenly wondered if I actually needed new carpet. That’s how much better Helen was. She’s upstairs now after her cord holder broke off one too many times. I still love her though. She works great. We bought a bagless Hoover a couple of years ago as it was CRI certified. I noticed the hand tool wasn’t turning and I kicked myself because I know better than to buy a bagless vacuum, so I bought a Sebo D4.

I bought a D4 from them a few weeks ago and received the warranty confirmation from Sebo.

When I moved from bagless vacuums to a Miele and a Sebo you'll notice how strong the suction is and how quiet it is compared to the average bagless vacuum. The materials are thicker and nicer. With Sebos I really like how much I can take it apart and replace almost anything myself. Do try one out in person first, many people prefer uprights to canisters. I grew up with Kenmore canister vacuums so I didn't have to adjust how I vacuum.

Yeah, Crestek's website is junk, they seem more like a phone and carbon copy kinda business. Both the E3 and D4 have the same cleaning capabilities. The E3, having 3 wheels, doesn't diminish its maneuverability. The D4 feels wider and a little heavier but the much longer 40 ft. cord is chef's kiss. The tool storage on the E3 is pretty good the crevice and upholstery tool fit on the back, only the dusting brush clips on the wand. The D4 tools all store in the back but the D4's dusting brush is a smaller dusting brush which I don't like. Several members chose the D4 because the hose swivels at both ends while the E3 the hose only swivels at the handle end. Both vacuums are really good.

You're not doing anything wrong with your Sebo it's an old sales trick. The vacuum that goes last will always pick up some additional dirt. If the Kirby went first and you put those demonstration pads on your Sebo it would be picking up dirt left behind by the Kirby. Kirby and Rainbow and other door-to-door salesmen always use this trick. Kirbys do have high agitation and high airflow but very low suction power. Most people vacuum too fast to pick up everything. If you want to get the best clean vacuum much slower, do a couple passes, then change direction in the room and do it again. I don't like to vacuum super duper slow so I'd rather do more passes and different directions. But if I'm vacuuming before carpet shampooing I'll vacuum very slowly and thoroughly. Lastly if you want a Kirby you can buy a good condition used Kirby for $100 or less. They last forever but they're heavy and people sell them in a few years.

Absolutely no question when you need above floor cleaning (and you do): get the canisters. You need to clean your fans, air vents, literally every horizontal surface and even every vertical surface, at least twice within 2 weeks to feel an appreciable change. Blinds, vents, mattresses, couches, cushions, molding, the backs of your TV. Literally everything needs to be vacuum dusted or washed and with the new vacuum I guarantee your place will feel like new. With regular weekly vacuuming it should be much noticeably better. You'll probably even notice a better improvement after dog groomings, as their hair will actually disappear for a little. Get the d4 for the bag size, but the e3 comes in much cuter colors and is easier to tote around. The bags are huge and the d4 especially packs it very densely. If your dogs don't particularly smell then your vacuum won't particularly smell. My Miele bag only smells when it's nearing 80% fill and I've been using it for the litter box. If I don't use it for the litter box, it quite literally doesn't smell at all. Somebody in the forum bought a d4 for their German shepherd foster home with like 6 dogs and they filled their d4 bags monthly. So you'll probably get a few months out of each, as Sebo plans for. I am a Miele fanboy as they're quieter, filter better, and feel better but the Sebo warranty is great. If you get a Miele however, the c3 Kona is the budget pick, with the Marin being a good value and the brilliant, a splurge (but fully worth it). Mieles pack their bags more densely than sebos so despite Mieles having a 1.25 gallon cap, compared to the d4 1.5 gallon, it's not much less (and the filtration is a tier above). No doubt about it, you need a canister to wrangle all the dog hair and dander that's inevitably settled in everything. Once you've done a few deep cleans, and do regular cleanings, your air will be noticeably lighter.

While I fully agree the Sebos are built to last longer, my D4 is a freaking tank, the Dysons aren't as bad as people say for cleaning. The repairs for the higher end ones are impossible as Dyson won't sell or release parts. My V10 Dyson (manual height+suction level) can do my 1900 square food house on two charges including the stairs and hard floor. If I used my Sebo D4 behind it, there's little to nothing caught. The Sebo is quieter and can be nearly as mobile and it's lighter on my arm in use but not a major thing for me. I use a little Velcro cable tie to keep the V10 going longer than just holding the button. Mine i got new from Costco when they came out and I have had to do some minor repairs and clean it quarterly. When the battery that's built in fails, I'm slapping a M18 Milwaukee Battery on it too

It's an interesting place. I use our commercial carpet cleaner once a year. Have a lower pile carpet (2-3 on Sebo) and some rugs that can be done on 1-2 even. I can do the room slowly with either split down the middle or used one after another with very little crossed. I do have 2 people in a household. A Shiba Inu for the dog fur and a Basset + Long Haired Retriever mix. The Sebo is quieter and I wear noise cancelling earbuds to listen to podcasts or music. The Dyson is noticable but the difference is more noticed by my S/O or dogs while I'm cleaning. I bought the Dyson new and got the D4 Sebo second hand, refurbished myself (I build computers and combustion engines, vacuums are easy) for $400 it's a phenomenal vacuum with the E1T head. I wouldn't break the bank to buy one unless you like it or are hard on vacuums. I don't go thru as many bags as I expected but the bagless is nice for a lower consumable cost AND I can charge it during off-peak times for my power usage. The usage isn't minor but if you are a penny pincher it's a point for battery against the wall outlets

Sebo is the answer. Easy to service the filters or the roller for hair. They are quiet yet powerful! Lots of suction that can do amazing deep cleaning. The cords are long and retractable too. The ET1 head is the one to get. It's suction range wraps around the head for corners and has better distribution so it has power across the full range not just the middle. I'm cheap though so I have bought two of them second hand. Found a D4 with some issues I solved in an hour with no parts for $200. The only thing that you're not good at is stairs. Get whatever stick vacuum you like for that and quick messes.

I use a Sebo D4, so pretty close. The Miele is known for effectiveness and longevity. Go to r/VacuumCleaners and talk to the technicians over there before you invest, if you aren't convinced. But I recommend a bagged, high-powered machine for professional work. Bagged and corded.

The warranty's pretty good too. 7 years on motor, 5 years on labor.

Sebo Felix for an upright, or Sebo E3 or D4 for a canister. After 15 years without a bag (two Dysons and three Sharks in that time), I’m so glad to have a bag for dog dander and dust. Buy from a dealer and get the 10yr warranty, and they’re supposed to last 20. How old I’ll be when the vacuum calls it quits is rather depressing and an entirely different subject. 😅

Consumer reports isn’t trust worthy. They used to rate Kenmore way higher than Panasonic, when Panasonic was literally the same thing. They’ve also had ethics issues in the past. Kenmore has poor filtration when compared to Miele and Sebo. The hepa in Kenmore means nothing because it isn’t a sealed system, and some of the models exhaust right on the floor which blows dust everywhere. Part quality is also meh. Shark is meh. Not serviceable, just a cheap vacuum. Wire cutter ranked Sebo highly because it’s a genuinely good all around vacuum that is also serviceable. However. The K3 that was rated so highly isn’t sebos best vacuum, the E3 or D4 is their best model. Sebo US provided the K3 due to the price difference. Sebo is one of the few vacuum companies (Miele as well) that make a truly serviceable product, and in a world that is trying to go more green, we should be moving away from brands like shark, Dyson, etc that are really just throw away products overall. I would say to buy the Kenmore over the shark, but the Sebo performs better in every single aspect.

My thing with Sebo is that if something breaks, I can fix it. But yeah they're super reliable and I own a D4 personally :)

For any type of commercial usage or lots of house to house cleaning I typically recommend upright vacuums as there are less components that can break. The Sebo X4 is my personal favourite upright vacuum, and typically pushes easier than the Felix (it’s odd bacause the X4 looks heavier but they’re both similar lifting weight wise). The X4 also has a better hose attachment than the Felix. The E3 or D4 would be my canister recommendations, just make sure to get the correct attachments. I went for the Sebo D4 premium as the bag capacity is huge and I just love the vacuum.

This is bad information. Yes, kenmore doesn't go through small shops, but this also limits the serviceability of their products. Kenmore vacuums are built "ok", but they have lots of problems with those non handgrip swivel, wire reinforced hoses. Not having a swivel at the handle is bad for the electronics. Connections / fittings are also sub par. And a lot kenmores have poor filtration because the Hepa filter doesn't make a good seal against the housing. I've tested the filtration with an IQ particle scanner. Also, kenmore vacuums consume more wattage - hence the higher motor wattage, but do they clean better - no! On air flow monitors, they pull the same as C3 Miele. Miele and Sebo vacuums are much more efficient. Miele and sebo vacuums also move around better. Yes, they vacuum fine and have good motors, and are better than a dyson, bissel, shark, etc, but a Sebo E3 / D4 premium, or a Miele C3 with the SEB 236 powerhead is SUPERIOUR! Also, if you're about volume sales, you can't make a high quality product. Something has to give. To get volume sales you have to price point, that means quality has to give.

The generic bags were.... respectfully... trash. Sure the bags automatically unclicking for the newer style gn / fjm weren't a great feature, but the unit ran much cleaner overall, and they hold more dirt. I've seen aftermarket bags burst as well, and have fitment issues, even when installed properly. You also void the warranty when you use aftermarket bags... As far as the pre filters go, those don't need to be changed every 4 bags. When the bags are installed properly, those filters typically stay nearly immaculate. And if a bit of stuff does go on it, you can brush it off pretty easily. Yes, removing it does save costs, not denying that, but is it a big deal... no. I believe the newer canisters do have slightly less dirt capacity, so yes that is a negative. They do look nicer though IMO. The LCD model is for people who want a cool vacuum. If you wanna crap on it, fine, but it's a cool thing that more people than you think will like. In Canada, the prices actually dropped for the canisters. The new equivalent to the C2 Cat and Dog is $50 less, and the new equivalent to the C3 Cat and Dog is $100 less. The bag costs as of now are the same, and have been for 10+ years. If you wanna dump it for a new sebo... totally fine. I own a Sebo D4 personally. But the bag system on the Miele's are better than every Sebo canister, except the D4 model. Even Miele's new smaller bags are still better as they fill more efficiently. Both Sebo and Miele are great vacuums though. Just make sure to get the right attachments.

Also, just thought I’d throw another name out there which is Sebo. Sebo some would consider is the best vacuum in the industry and I’m happy to agree with that. Very popular for house to house cleaning and commercial usage as well. They simply require less maintenance than most other brands and are among the easiest to service. If you don’t wanna go for a Miele, Sebo is the next one you should look at. You will never look back at a shark or Dyson. The Sebo X4 or Felix are there most popular uprights, and Sebo E3 or D4 premium are their best canister vacuums.

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!

What kinda cost are you hoping to stay under? Obviously nobody wants to spend more than they have to, but helps when giving recommendations. The 4 Best vacuums in my opinion are Sebo E3 or D4 Premium, or Miele Guard L1 Electro or C3 PowerPlus (the model name in the US might be Brilliant) - these aren't cheap though, and they're not cheap for good reason - they clean and filter ridiculously well + are really well built. Edit: Corded cleans better than cordless, and corded will generally last longer, sometimes much longer.

Sebo D4 I recently got one for $999 brand new and I LOVE it. Super powerful and crazy long cord. Plug it in and do my whole house.

Plus that D4 has a 40’ cord!

SEBO for the win. Go to their website and find a local dealer.

I have a d4. Suction is insane. Bagged means great filtration. My friends with cat allergies are grateful. We have two sheddy longed hair cats and the large bags last months. I have a friend who bought a house. The vacuum the last owner left behind is a sebo. Serial number makes it from the mid 80s. They changed the filters and it runs great and they are thrilled with how lucky they’ve been. They’ve now been using it for more than 5 years! My understanding is that Miele made some quality cuts recently and sebo has inched ahead in terms of quality and BIFLness. (Used to be neck and neck). Go Sebo. You won’t regret it. (And to save you a load of research: bagged vacuums whilst old fashioned are infinitely better than anything bagless. Bagless inevitably suctions dust into the motor killing it after a few years. Planned senescence. ).

Performance review has a video on the d4 that shows off its capabilities quite well. He had an almost full grocery bag of hair, and an almost full bag that took almost all of the dog hair in that bag. I'd be surprised if your dogs shredded enough to fill up a grocery sized bag in a week or so. Id definitely do the d4 if it's only 100 dollars more anyway

Yeah this is full of misinformation. Rainbow vacuums don't filter that well (performance review has a video about this) compared to modern vacuums (especially Miele). Bags don't smell at a quarter full. If you're filling a bag up quickly with dog hair anyway, it won't have enough time to stink. If it does stink, then you're doing something wrong with your cleaning as a whole. I've never had a vacuum bag stink to the point where I could notice it unless it sat for long enough

Sebos are cheaper to have serviced and parts are cheaper, and their dealers generally seem to be better imo at least in the US. The Miele discount is really good though, and that'd get you a c3 or something similar for pretty cheap. Cordless machines are really hit or miss with reliability. Some people have cheaper ones last for years, and others have their 1000 dollar cordless vacuums die after a year

Same as you and u/zkwarl. Bought my Dyson Animal so long ago, I don't remember when exactly. Corded bagless upright canister. (Not that ball thing that replaced it.) It's still going. (edit: looked it up, it's the [DC14](https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_Dyson_products), released in 2004 -- 21 years old! But it's important to mention we barely used it for 13 of those 21 years.) But it has its shortcomings (cord not long enough, head too bulky to go under low furniture). Spent a couple months on r/vacuumcleaners. After tons of research and tons of debating between a Miele or a SEBO, bought a SEBO D4, which is a BIFL vacuum. Have had it over a year now. No complaints. Still use the Dyson in the basement. Main levels get the SEBO treatment. I do recommend r/vacuumcleaners for anyone looking for a new vacuum.

Sebo vacuums are highly recommended—powerful, durable, and come with a 10-year warranty if bought from an authorized dealer. The D4 has a massive 40ft cord and great features like cord rewind and swivel hose. The E3 is also solid.

Put a cinder block on your ET-1 power head and it will basically be a Kirby. 😂😂 The Kirby may clean well but they are dust blowers and terrible for anyone with allergies. No one buys those any more other than people that fall for the cheap sales tricks. The filtration is so much better in your D4. and if you put a fresh bag in the D4 and vacuumed after the Kirby you still find it picking up fine dust.

I got 15% off a Sebo D4 from Geek Vacuums (GeekVacuums.com) by messaging them through the chat on their website. They gave me the discount plus bags, filters, and a hand held turbo tool. They respond immediately too. 

The Sebo D4 would do great, as would a Lindhaus HF-6 if you can get one with a powerhead. If you prefer an upright, I would recommend a higher-end Sebo upright with hepa filtration (I think the X7 has hepa, and 2 auto brushroll settings, while the X8 is wider but has 1 auto brushroll setting)

Sebo E3 Premium or D4/D9, bagged vacuum with probably the best turbo carpet head on the market

My Sebo has a 40 ft cord and my Electrolux cord might be longer. What helped me was watching youtube videos and then customizing my Sebo and buying additional attachments. My Siberian Husky drops a LOT of hair.

Sebo are expensive, but they are incredible. If you can afford it, I recommend. Miele are also great. The place I purchased from had both on display. I preferred the Sebo for the ease of removing the brush roller. This makes it really easy to remove the hair that gets wrapped around it.

Have you vacuumed with a canister before? Do you like/want to use your vacuum for dusting and above floor cleaning? Both the Felix and the canisters with the electric powerhead will do well in your home so it's all going to be about personal preference. The Felix does come with the premium parquet brush but can be very awkward while using the hose. If you have a local dealer pop in and test drive both.

The advantage to something like a Sebo, and to a slightly lesser extent Miele, is that you are buying a product that has exceptional build quality and is highly repairable should the need arise.

Get a SEBO! I bought a canister vac with bag and it works so so well. I haven’t looked at my cordless Dyson in three months

That's actually true. LOL. Dyson's are avoided at quality shops. Sebo cannisters are a no-brainer purchase. Battery stick vacs OTOH will test your soul. 😖

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.

But a Sebo canister. They rock. We destroyed two Dysons and a Miele before getting the Sebo.

Yes, as it looks like you are referring to stick vacuums. I got a refurbished V8 about 12 years ago. The battery started to crap out after five years, so I got a Tineco. I moved the Dyson to my second floor for quick jobs and kept the Tineco on the main floor for daily work (between wood kitchen floor, rugs and carpeted living/dining room). Then I realized I could replace the V8 battery. It came back to life and I was reminded how well it worked. I had to replace the Tineco battery after one year and then when it was dying again the second year, I gave up on it and got a new Dyson V15. It is awesome and worth every expensive penny. I have a Sebo canister vacuum as a "deep clean", but I have been underwhelmed with it. My two Dyson sticks do a great job and I vacuum pretty much everyday. I spent $200 on the Tineco that lasted two years and I hated it. I spent $200 on my 12yo V8 and replaced the battery once. I spent $700 on my new V15 and plan to have it last just as long as my V8 (which is still going strong). (Oh, I also should mention I don't have pets, but I have long hair and so does my daughter. The V15 is noticeably great at staying unclogged with wrapped up hair.)

I feel like there aren’t any bifl stick vacs because bags wouldn’t really be practical, and the better manufacturers know that bagless vacs generally don’t clean as well. FWIW, I have a sebo canister vac for intermittent deep cleans — the thing is crazy powerful, and *will* probably last forever — and a Dyson stick that I use for daily pet hair duty. The Dyson is kind of a joke next to the sebo, but the ease of getting it around the house makes it my go-to for quick cleanups. (The batteries do need to be replaced once in awhile.)

Miele C1 is basically a perfect option for what you’re describing besides cordless, which if you get cordless you loose the ability to get basically anything else you mentioned. Usually I recommend Sebo canisters too but their bags don’t automatically seal like Miele, which usually isnt a problem but you have special health factors with you breaking out in hives so its a bonus, generally though a bagged canister will be good, when a health factor is involved it always should take priority over a convenience factor, it just so happens that bagged fills every other requirement too.

I trust vacuum recommendations on the internet (and Reddit) as much as I do mattress recommendations. The Carpet and Rug Institute, whose board includes members from companies like Shaw and Mohawk who manufacture carpet (https://carpet-rug.org/about-us/board-of-directors/), maintains a certified list of vacuums (https://carpet-rug.org/soa-vacuums/). You can filter by residential and commercial. Of course there are good vacuums that aren't certified. I have no affiliation with them but do happen to own a bagged Hoover WindTunnel (2006), two Riccar uprights (\~2017, one was a gift), and a Sebo canister vac. I can get the Riccar and Sebo serviced nearby and I stock some spare parts, for example the Riccar brush roll has replaceable brush strips.

Real vacuum dealerships will not sell Dyson any longer. Many other traditional brands either because those companies have decided to produce in Asia and change designs super fast. It is the OPPOSITE of sustainability, it is planned obsolescence at an incredible level. Vacs should not be bought online and a big box stores, these machines do not clean carpet/air, are designed to fail, can’t be serviced and are literal fire hazards. Man the stories I can tell you about “brand new” machines. Most were manufactured years before they reached the consumer. CAVEAT EMPTOR. Dealerships sell quality machines, built to last, serviceable, at great competitive prices, with warranties that do not cost extra. You can’t find service like that anywhere! Find a dealer and buy Riccar or Sebo.

100% Plus of you buy from a LOCAL DEALER you will have a FREE 10 year warranty. Sebo is THE BEST canister out there. ENJOY OP, smart choice!

Try FB Marketplace - I got a Sebo canister on there for $250 and it's amazing.

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.

Sebo canister vacuum. It’s awesome.

My canister Sebo has this same type of head. Granted, I paid more for it than my first car, but it does make short work of, well, the work. I gave up on Dyson after my first upright Dyson crapped out and couldn’t be repaired and I noticed my stick Dyson (much newer) feels like it’s barely working and only holds a charge for like 5 minutes. Just feeling the weight of the metal tubing in the Sebo, I feel like it’s a solid BIFL purchase, so hopefully I won’t have to keep spending a couple hundy every few years. What’s that old adage about buying quality boots once vs a new pair every year?

I fee you! No kids or pets but my long hair and my husband’s curly hair is everywhere. We have tile mostly but lots of low-pile rugs. I will struggle desperately trying to push the hard floor head over the rugs bc the suction is too strong but then I know I’m really sucking that nastiness up! I consider it a workout. Of course I could easily switch the head to the motorized carpet head (think of it like the new lawn mowers that pull you vs the old skool mowers you struggled to push), but I’m lazy. Never thought I’d be so stoked on a freakin’ vacuum, but I’ve started prioritizing tools that make short work of work, even if they’re expensive. My time is more valuable at this point.

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

I went through this exact scenario recently and bought a Sebo canister vacuum and it’s the best decision I’ve ever made 

A canister vacuum is a game changer- I have a Sebo. It’s so nice to be able to toss the bag and never have to deal with a sticky canister or brush wound with hair!

They are both excellent choices and I don't think you'd be let down by either. I went with Sebo bc the vacuum store guy who does all the repairs recommended it. He did not say anything bad about Miele though.

I love my Sebo canister! We have mostly hardwood floors and that thing is a beast! I highly suggest going to the vacuum store. The service I got at our local store was incredible: the sweet guy didn't pressure me toward any model. He just answered my questions and gave me his card, which I thought was cool bc he wasn't trying to get me to hurry up and decide. I was super impressed with his knowledge of every vacuum in there (there were several brands and dozens of models for each brand).

It is a little harder on our stairs but now that I've had it for a few months I've got it!

That’s a tough ask especially for a cordless stick. Personally I would go with a SEBO canister.

Dealers in person will have better prices than what is listed online. A quick recommendation would be a Sebo Felix, but that might be just above your price range. Sebo, Miele, Lindhaus are all gonna be great. IMO after experiencing the maintenance and the mess of bagless, I am forever a bagged convert. I was first worried I'd be changing bags often, but I find I can get a month + out of a bag, where each 'whole house' clean would equate to 8-10 dyson bin dumps. Full disclosure the machine I recently bought was a Sebo canister.

I’m a former Dyson fanboi, my two lightweight newer Dysons aren’t in great shape, my 7 either the battery is dead-dead or the charger is the 10 I’ve got has a different charger and still works okay for light duty. I have a Sebo which is a tank and sucks hard. I’d avoid new Dyson. If you can find one from 2006 or so you’ll likely have a good vacuum.

Sebo powerhead. So incredibly easy to clean. I also had great luck with the Shark duoclean powerfin system but the actual vacuum was a dumpster file. Didn’t last a year. I also learned I prefer bagged vacuums to help trap and contain the allergies, dust, hair. My Sebo canister has four levels of filtering on it. My Dyson smells like it has none.

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!

DEEP frieze carpet here... Running and E3 Premium with the soft roller and love it... Also have a Miele Canister with the SEB228 nozzle as well as a Kirby Avalir... The Sebo is my preferred unit overall. The Miele is too aggressive with the STIFF roller (and yes, I am familiar with the soft carpet version - which is actually not so different). I love the Miele, but I also feel like the smaller opening of the SEBO ET1 nozzle creates a GREAT seal while still allowing good airflow perhaps due to the velocity of the air through that comparatively smaller opening (which is significant because it does make lower CFM than the Miele -- but you would never guess it with the velocity at that smaller nozzle opening of the ET1). The Kirby (aside from being big, bulky, and comparatively inconvenient, moves TONS of air, BUT the nozzle is not designed to direct the air into the fan well (shake it out after much vacuuming and you will know what I am talking about) AND while I suspect it is extremely good with the very fine particles, it seems to leave bigger things behind, which I can hear when I re-vacuum using either the Sebo or the Miele. If I use the Sebo or the Miele and do the same test with either, I do not hear "big" pieces that have been left behind. So -- trying to use a Sebo with shag/shag like carpet? Just put that soft roller on and enjoy. Disclaimer -- I'm not sure if it would resolve it for the automatic height adjusting models that struggle trying to find the right setting or setup in time on our carpet (also have an X4 that is now used at a workplace instead of at home).

Any Sebo with a ET1 power head. A Felix, or X7. X7 takes the guess work out of adjusting to different floor types carpet types. Built to last, a real pleasure to use and own.

Try the Sebos with the ET-1 head. The roller comes out super easily and is direct drive. My dog doesn’t she’d, but my wife and daughters do!

Sebo is most of my business so that!

Of course she will get conflicting views here. SEBO if you have the money as well worth it if not, go with the Kenny.

Must be the manual adjustment SEBO, the automatic does not seem to have that issue, if it is raise it up a notch

Or the only other quality Vacuum is the SEBO you can tell them that you want one of those instead

As a small vacuum business myself, I would be happy to switch it out for you, if you feel better, call them ahead of time. Tell him what happened and you decide to go with the SEBO

They are having issues with their new SEB O and they are upset, these things are very rare, but they do happen

I just asked about how often I’d be buying bags for a sebo with two high shedding large dogs, (similar probably too a gsd and 3 (if long hair cats) I would probably be replacing the bag every week. (Actually more than that because I didn’t tell people I also have 3 cats haha) Someone with a husky commented that they replace the bag 1.5-2 times a month. Calculating that cost for two dogs is another 210 a year in bags (probably more for me) I am taking that into account with  replacing a vacuum that died (Dyson) but it doesn’t have a bag or a Sebo that has a 10 year warranty but I will have probably bought 2-3 dysons in that time period with the amount I’d be spending on bags. I haven’t decided yet 🙃 but thought I’d share the numbers.

If you want “buy it for life,” go bagged Sebo or Miele. Everything else is basically disposable.

Totally fair, I only suggest dyson as their cordlesses do genuinely preform well. Miele and sebo are fantastic choices corded vac wise.

Wattage doesn't matter. Really, it doesnt. Motor design, airpath design, quality of construction, proper design of the cleaning head all factor in greatly. Vacuums are not less effective now, they are simply more energy efficient and don't heat up the room (which is where all that wasted energy went). Even Airwatt numbers can be misleading, because again the floorhead itself is so critical in the performance. High airwattage doesn't matter if it's applied inefficiently to the surface. Avoid shark, build quality is poor and repairability is nonexistent. But yes a corded model is going to be more reliable in the long run. Pretty much any Miele or Sebo corded machine will be a good choice. They are well made, powerful, reliable. Your ikea rug probably advises against using a motorized rotating brush attachment, both miele and sebo's standard floorheads would suit that rug.

The airstorm, while good, is no better than a miele or sebo. I wouldn't pay the premium. Mieles and sebos are also sealed to trap dust. They are also more modern in design and easier to use (they have cord rewind while the air storm does not). There's nothing really bespoke about the airstorm. Underneath the top shell, the power nozzle is the same as ones avaliable for Miele models. The hose and other tools are generic off-the-shelf supplies etc. While it would probably last you a long time and do a good job, you might resent using it. I'd strongly suggest you try one in person before choosing, and frankly I'd save money and go with a nicer to use miele/sebo.

Sebo would be a good choice as an all in one vacuum replacement. But a suitable model would be a little over your price range. And sebos are dry vacuums only. As for the floor washing things, they work pretty well for mopping floors but are not an all-in-one solution in my opinion. I have a similar machine but I always vacuum first before using it. For one, they aren't as good as an actual vacuum. They don't pull dirt from corners well. And they are a complete mess to clean out when you're done if you don't vacuum ahead of time. In that way, they don't really save much work imo. And they don't work on carpet of course. So I'm not sure there's really an all-in-one solution I could recommend. If thoroughly cleaning out the floor washing machine each use is something you wouldn't mind doing, that could be worth a try. But you'd still need to vacuum your carpets with something else.

Yea.... I remember being excited by the Shark lift away... bought several over the years..... didn't understand what a dust-free, hair-free home was until we got a Sebo with bag. Now we vacuum 1/3 a much with far better results. Bagless vacs just aren't good.

hmmmm.....the batteries in my Sebo are easy...wait, there are no batteries, nothing to replace, and the cord is way longer than any of my rooms are wide...so I just don't even think about electricity or power with it. enjoy your dysons, though, if you like them and keep everything clean!!

I have a sebo and a hairy dog, and don't notice any odors or stink. I do buy the fragrances sebo sells, though, just as a fun luxury. I enjoy the way they smell, and they're very mild and the scent leaves soon enough. I don't think miele has better filtration- statistically, there's really no diff between the S-class and HEPA in the real world. I've also used HEPA filters in mine on occasion and don't notice any difference.

If you work in sales, I guess you'd know. I just searched the company, looks like an old-time company first based in Toledo, OH. First disposable dust bag in 1920. Some history! I have a sebo, and would stick with that. Does your new one clean well? If you already bought it and it's non-returnable, I'd just enjoy it.

loving the idea of a cordless vacuum- why?? cords equal electrical current capable of driving powerful motors to clean really well!!! They don't degrade with time, they don't quit right when you need them. They are the miracle of power!! And get a bag, too, while you're at it. Quit falling for marketing! their job is to brainwash you to buy things, but you don't have to fall for it. I've tested both miele and sebo, their 'real' vacuums are both good. I bought a sebo, but if i had half off, I'd prob go for the miele. And I'd get a nice canister with bags and a cord (with auto cord retractors they all have).

i went to buy my first miele once...but walked out of the store with a sebo....which i hadn't heard of before i went into the store....

I'd love a cordless, mostly hardwoods, but some carpet mats here and there. I pick up the Dyson cordless in the stores, the prices are shocking, but I'm more shocked at just how flimsy they feel......like all plastic and wobbly...my immediate reaction is that it's going to break if I don't treat it with extreme gentleness.....is it just me ? We just got a Sebo plug in, it's pretty nice, and given my initial impression, pretty reasonably priced. Would like a cordless for quick cleaning the hot spots...

Sebo. Handles two cats, two German Shepherd mixes, and a lot of my own long thick hair. I very rarely clean the hair out of the roller, but when I do, it's super easy.

Yes, bagless is seen as more economical and more environmental friendly. Although the environmental friendly argument falls apart because it's better to own a bagged sebo vacuum for 10+ years than it is to keep replacing a crappy bagless vacuum every three to four years. I'm not a fan of buying bags, but the sebo cleans better than every other vacuum I've tried. It's also convenient to just throw away a bag as well.

Dyson and other cordless hand vacs should not be used as your main vacuum cleaner, in my opinion. They should be supplemental to a full-sized plug-in vacuum. I would recommend that you look at getting a bagged Sebo, Miele or Electrolux vacuum. If you are on a budget, look for one that is in good condition and test it before purchasing to make sure it works and bag area is clean.

I was in full decision paralysis by the time I got to chat with Andrea (geekvacuums). She was up late answering all my questions, answered all my concerns, and just held my hand as I tried to figure out the best decision for my home and family. I never felt pushed and I was so happy that I could support a small business while getting it shipped to me. I love our local stores but none of them provided payment options that worked for our family. For those who need these options, def research and find a small business who Sebo supports. You’ll be able to get a better warranty than their own site or Amazon - plus you can still use the warranty at your local shops even though you don’t get from there. I am so amazed at the performance of this little vacuum. I wasn’t prepared for our carpets to feel this fresh and new after vacuuming 🫣

The Miele electrobrush is substandard and the pieces break off, making it unusable. To replace even a tiny wheel is $55 for a single piece.

No the Miele vacuums have different warranties. The POS that I purchased unfortunately came with a 1 year warranty. Buy a SEBO instead.

Don't buy the Miele! There little pieces break and to replace a single screw or tiny wheel is $55 each. I have a Sebo (German vacuum as well), which has never broken down piece by piece like the Miele. Highway robbery! The Miele vacuums are crap.

none, save your money and get a vacuum that isn't overpriced and unreliable like every shark is, for $400 you can get a really decent spec miele or sebo, both of which are fantastic for carpets

Dyson V 15 and Sebo owner with two super hairy shorthairs living in a cement floored warehouse with lots of Turkish area rugs. Not sure what your obviously perfect feline does but life with my kitties has its challenges. They are dirt attractants to say nothing of the charms of litter in bare fee. Couldn’t live without the instant availability of a cordless and the 15 is a solid performer in all areas. My rugs do look cleaner after a full Sebo experience but I’m lazy and place is big. I have come to realize you need more than one vacuum, unless you have only one flooring type , don’t have to carry up stairs or navigate a labyrinth of hallways and live in under 1000sq ft.

My Sebo was around that, but should last long enough to be less money than buying multiple vacuums.

I’ve heard Miele customer support is getting to be not so great. I bought a Sebo, had it for two years, expect to have it for many more. My mom’s Miele is 10+ years old, 4 cats, 2 birds, still going like new.

Love love love our Sebo it’s perfect and solid. Our cleaner has been in the business for decades and said Sebo vacuums are the absolute best.

Sebo! Not a pretty vacuum but a workhorse for the endless floof.

I should also mention that they sell replaceable parts. I was reluctant to buy such an expensive vacuum but it has been well worth it.

No. Get a sebo or Miele.

Big dyson hater here. New dyson's are absolutely junk. I'd go with a sebo.

If you want another option, look into Sebo vacuums. They’re a bit pricey but built like tanks and great for allergy control. The sealed system is no joke.

I bought our sebo online directly from the manufacturer. No regrets.

Indeed, the Dyson is ideal for everyday light cleaning in smaller spaces or apartments. A canister vacuum is more suitable for thorough weekly cleaning of a larger home. Unfortunately, I cannot afford both the SEBO I purchased and a €1000 Dyson. I might consider a robot vacuum for automated daily cleaning and mopping in the future, though higher-quality models are also quite costly, similar to the Dyson, and also made in Asia, which I prefer to avoid.

The Dyson, the shark and the roomba don’t compare to the Sebo. That’s how they compare. It’s like asking how a goldfish compares to a great white shark. I guess they both live in the water.

And officially it’s my goal to thank every single one of you all that recommended my vacuum for me. 6 months in with our particular Sebo and we’re hooked on the quality of it. OP, when you get a better vacuum, you’re going to flip at the night and day difference in customer service. Our new vacuum had a teeny tiny nuisance issue, took it to the shop where we bought it, turns out there was a service notice for the issue. Fixed and turned around in under 2 hours with no charge. Post your requirements, and let this wonderful community guide you!

I bought a SEBO about 10 years ago and it has never had a single issue. You cannot kill them.

Ok so maybe someone can tell me what's going on here. I have a Sebo, it does a good job on carpet but on linoleum does a shitty job like it doesn't have enough suction to effectively vacuum without the carpet head.

The answer is always Miele or Sebo

I would check out r/vacuumcleaners. I have a Sebo, they have a 10 year warranty and are repairable.

Get a sebo or something that will actually last years. Yes it’s corded but I can’t fathom spending 100’s on something that is as unreliable as Dyson vacuums.

Very interesting, I thought Dyson was the most hated on Reddit. I spent months to read comments and ended up with Sebo. Used Dyson before and it was mid.

A Henry should be at the top of your list, since it's affordable and manufactured in the UK.  You can use variety of parquet brushes and the horsehair ones would be great for LVP.  A miele or Sebo would be more expensive and would come with extra bells and whistles such as self retracting cords and better ergonomics, storage.  If you need to clean rugs, you can find a turbo attachment.  These options will last you 15+ years.   If you want something cordless, Dyson fluffy rollers are good for quick pickups and won't hurt the flooring.  The V8 absolute package includes a fluffy roller and goes on sale intermittently to be within your budget.  Keep in mind while it might be a space saving option and convenient, cordless stick vacuums usually last a couple of years before big problems arise, hence why the main recommendation is for bagged, plug in vacuums.

I use both Miele and Sebo and have used the new L1. I think your both correct though. The L1 is a good machine but feels a bit flimsy compared to a Miele of 20 years ago. It’s definitely not a D4 but the tech is cool and I the filtration is great along with the aesthetics. The sub does lean toward Sebo but I think they are both wayyyyyyy better than a crappy shark or Dyson and that’s the most important thing for everyone to know. Also Sebo still has not released the cordless unit in the US so the only good one available is the Miele.

I did soooo much research on this. If you’re in it for the long haul, get a sebo. There’s a few different ones. Amazing reviews, long lasting, easy to repair. Long warranty.

Sebo is arguably the best then Miele. Full stop

I would caution against buying a Shark. In my experience, what starts off amazing eventually becomes a nightmare, first being a frustrating lack of practical compatible accessories, and eventually leading to a sudden and sharp drop off of inefficiency, irreparability, and lifespan falling well short of cost. We will never buy another Shark product. When we were finally ready to throw in the towel with our Shark, my wife and I spent a couple months studying this subreddit, and eventually planned on buying a Miele, but wanting a SEBO (the Miele seeming on par with a SEBO, but a bit more affordable). After a ton of research and a couple shop visits, and not digging the Miele warranty, but noting how many used and refurbished Mieles were available it seemed that the so-called “honeymoon phase” was too short-lived for too many buyers. So in the spirit of the “buy once -cry once” philosophy, we bought a SEBO, owing in part to the 10 year warranty. While we are ecstatic with the performance of our SEBO, it’s still fairly new to us. But by the time it reaches the end of its warranty phase it will already have proven itself more cost effective than replacing our vacuum with its competitors every 4-ish years. Just my 2 cents (or 2.78¢ adjusted for Canadian currency).

how brilliant that youve been using it that long : ) sebos are fantastic machines and definitely recommend if you want to upgrade but they are expensive on the other hand you can find replacement cyclones for your dc07 very easily online if you want to breathe new life into that

That’s what I thought, too. Here’s my math on that: I spent $1k on my Sebo in March. I added up the cost of the 3 Dyson vacuums( I’ve had since 2017) and the parts I’ve had to replace = I should have bought a Sebo sooner. Models I’m literally placing on the curb tomorrow for whoever wants them. I’ve had it with Dyson’s cheap plastic crap: The upright Dyson (2021), V6 (2017) replaced with V11 (2022). All have had their brush heads replaced. 2 of the 3 are broken again. Not sure what’s wrong with the upright, again. We don’t even use them heavily, I have cleaners in once every 2 weeks. It’s absurd.

SEBO any model.

I couldn't afford a $1400 vacuum if I wanted one but Sebo is way more than 1% gains over a "normal" vacuum. They are also repairable which is a huge factor if BIFL - repair your expensive high quality item instead of buying and disposing X cheaper ones. Everyone has to draw their own line at where X is, before they can't justify the expense. But you did not, in your example, meet any BIFL.

Go for a Sebo. Those are German made and come with 10 year warranty. Brush roller comes out on the side with awesome filtration. Much better built quality than a Kenmore and will last a very long time.

I went I to get a Miele, and ended up getting a SEBO. Love it so much! It’s much more user friendly in my opinion. Before that we had and our Hoover Windtunnel Pet bagged upright (went through two..maybe three in 18 years) and it was a couple hundred. It was really reliable with strong suction. It actually still works great. The SEBO is a dream, though and is much easier to handle.

Sure. I liked the Miele too, but was surprised with their background and reputation that they don’t have more thoughtful and user friendly designs. Pros for SEBO The main thing for me- They don’t have the controls on the handle. You have to go back to the main unit to turn on off or adjust. I believe their most expensive model did, but it had a major reoccurring flaw that was an expensive fix. With the motor I think and I can’t remember the cause. I was told this by the salesman/owner. He would have no reason to dissuade me from buying the most expensive model and he wasn’t biased toward either brand. The cause was possibly not putting the bag in correctly. You have to make sure to click it in place or something if you open it. Salesman told me this and I also read about it. My vacuum also allows me to slide the button up and down for different levels of suction. Super convenient if you don’t want it to suck up big items, just dust and hair etc. or if you are vacuuming a rug or accidentally get a Kleenex or sock. The carpet attachment is much easier to maneuver and is able to reach more spaces, even though it covers a similar amount of area. It has a lower profile. I like the bags on my vacuum. They have a big opening, so if I accidentally vacuum something up that I wasn’t supposed to I can just reach in and get it. I also have two very hairy dogs, so I pull out the hair from the bags once per bag usage, which allows them to last longer. If I’m remembering correctly mine came with more accessories and I did buy more as well. I think I liked the attachments better on mine too and likely were more reasonably priced. Cleaning the beaters is much easier on the SEBO. You have to do some work to take apart the Miele and risk damaging it. The SEBO is designed to easily slide out and back in without using any tools. There were some known issues and I’m trying to remember. I think it’s with the hose. Replacing the hose is really expensive on the Miele. Pros for Miele The Miele has a fully sealed unit so is better for air quality and allergies. If I’m remembering correctly the unit was slightly lighter. I spent forever in that store and hyper analyzed and compared all the models of both brands. I did feel like the Miele was slightly more powerful and felt more quality. Cons for SEBO If I’m not paying attention the main unit will flip and push the plug roll up button and act like a toddler who’s done vacuuming. It will pull the plug and roll the cord- all done haha. It can get really annoying sometimes. The next model up had a bigger and heavier main unit that I don’t think would have this issue. Hair builds up very quickly on the beater brush and I have to clean it often. I mean, it’s good in the sense that it’s getting all that from the carpet I guess. I remember the salesman said the Miele had a special design that allowed the hair to not get stuck as easily. * so pro for Miele So, I chose the one that was right for me. I did a lot of research before going in, but mostly on the Miele, because as I said, I was convinced that is what I wanted to buy. I’m glad I kept an open mind and discovered what was best for me. That’s all I can think of off the top of my head. I’m not good with dates, but I feel like I’ve had it for about a year now and still very happy. I love not having to deal with manually rolling up the plug. Both companies have that, but my old one didn’t.

It is impossible until you go to a vacuum shop and end up paying $1K for a Sebo(or equivalent brand). End of the story, I did it, and never think about it again! It is much, but not as much as paying $400 every 2-3 years and worrying about am I really cleaning..

I currently have an upright (salsa and before that jazz) and have also had a canister (C2). But dragging it around was far too obnoxious. I’ve been using a shark for 2 years now as I said and I have yet to have to pull it apart. The Miele I just replaced the belt housing and mount on within the last month or 2 and I’ve already had to pull it apart again to yank hair out. So no I won’t have the same issue. Maybe other issues but not the same one. The way belt on the shark works is different. And like I said didn’t have to do it with my ProTeam or Sebo either. The way Miele has the belt an inch into the roll isn’t conducive to long hair I guess. It sucks it into the housing then wraps around the roller gear and eventually the motor gear as well. ***whoops replied from a different device hence the different name***

I'm happy for you. I love my Sebo and know you will love yours as well

Sebo. It’s fantastic. Has a bag which is so convenient.

Just get a SEBO or Miele. The last of the good vacuums. 

Sebo is definitely BIFL, the vacuums are built to be way more serviceable compared to Miele and they make parts for a long time.

The telescopic wand on my Sebo keeps losing the clip holding it in place. Ends up in the bag. Sebo is no good for shag carpet.

I didn’t know you had to be rich to buy the $9 pill box they recommend. Or the hundreds of other products they have under $20. Sorry you can’t afford a quality vacuum or other quality products. But don’t be resentful. Instead, I would focus on increasing your income or learn better budgeting. I only make $40,000/year. I use YNAB and have bought many of Wirecutters Top or Upgrade picks, including a Sebo vacuum. You have to choose what things in life that are priorities and worth spending more on. I don’t think it’s a secret—to anyone with a pulse—that quality cost money. Not always, but usually. It’s okay if certain product is not worth spending a premium on for you personally. But saying Wirecutter is for rich people makes you sound poor and ignorant, and that mindset will guarantee you stay poor for the rest of your life. 

Go Miele or Sebo. The cordless sticks are good for quick cleanups but get a real vaccuum if you want to do regular cleaning...

Going on four years with my Sebo with zero issues. Still works as well as the day I brought it home.

SEBO…. Best Vacuum Cleaner On The Market. 👍👍

It’s not. The Only One… SEBO! 😏

Honestly I have hard floors everywhere except my stairs. I own a cheap no name cordless I got on Amazon and a Sebo a friend game me when her parents passed away. The cheap cordless one gets more use because it’s easy- it works exactly the way I need it to when I need it to. It’s been 2 years and it’s going strong. When it breaks, I’ll buy another cheap one. As long as I keep the filter clean, I have zero problems with suction etc. it’s has a beater brush head, height adjustable handle and a few attachments- pretty bare bones. I use the Sebo for cleaning the filter of the other vacuum and for getting my rugs “really” clean when I feel like I need to. One day I may have carpet again or deeper pile rugs and then it will get a lot more use. Until then, the cheap cordless is great!

The Miele, Henry, and Sebo vacs are the only ones worth a damn on this list. If you want a real BIFL vac and are willing to shell out, get a Lindhaus.

I have a Sebo, but a broom-replacement, battery operated vacuum is still extremely convenient. I have a knock-off Dyson that I've used and abused for several years and can't deny its value. Sometimes you don't want to lug around a heavy-ass vacuum with a cord.

I have a Sebo that I love for the house, but I would like a small lightweight model similar to this that also can be a handheld for quick clean ups.

Yeah I worked as a vacuum tech for years and sold Miele, Sebo and Dysons, But Mieles were in for repair probably the most. All the service techs including me hated them. Way over priced and a royal pain to work on/get parts. The Dyson cordless that that I’ve owned for six years now has worked flawlessly and still gets 40 minutes on charge easily. And also for all the Dysons I’ve recommended to people through the years have all worked amazing. Dyson blows the competition away when it comes to innovation, and the overall product experience, especially the cordless game. Will never go back from Dyson. I do really like Sebo! Just expensive and hate bags/low portability.

It's like this. My wife sprinkled the magic pet deodorizer against my advice in our carpet a couple years ago. We have a Dyson. Never got it out. I bought a Sebo, bag was full of the shit. As a pet owner it has brought me piece of mind knowing when I vacuum their filth and hair is gone.

Did this and the vacuum store recommended Sebo over Miele. Apparently Sebo has a better product warranty and it's easier to order replacement parts. At that price range, there's probably more good vacuum brands than bad ones.

I'm probably going to get down voted for this but I'd stay away from Riccar. They aren't what they used to be. SEBO and Miele are the ones that get the most love and for good reason. I prefer SEBO above all because they're 100% German made machines, they have a great ecosystem, are easy to self service and parts are readily available. They have great filtration and bags are inexpensive. As for ZeroG, I'd be skeptical of them. They are a small company and every time I look at their website they are always out of stock. They use proprietary bags that are not available anywhere but their own website. What happens if/when they go out of business? Can't get bags for them and the machine is useless. I will say they make a nice looking machine with awesome features and performance. I'd buy one second hand if I could find one but if I paid full price and couldn't get service or parts then I'd be upset.

I am not a vacuum nerd. However I bought a Sebo last year and I cannot imagine a better vacuum. If Meile are better, it can’t be by much.

Miele and Sebo are the best for typical household vacuums, but if you don’t mind the noice you can also consider a shop vac. They are well respected on the construction vacuum market.

I have to agree with this. Returned my V15 because the fluffy brush was not gentle on my less than 2 year old solid hickory wood floors. Bought a Sebo which is gentle on my wood floors as it comes with a nice parquet floor brush.

Used Sebo on Marketplace. Another option, if you can find an Electrolux Epic 8000 that has been refurbished or well cared for. Heavier than the Sebo, and louder, but a really well built reliable long lasting vacuum.

I love love love meile, they are my all time favorite. Second best is sebo.

I'm a Sebo dude - Sebo is my ride or die However I've always been very impressed a the Shark bagless corded vacuums My mom gifted me one a couple years back and it does a great job Never had any problems

I spend 1200 on a sebo and don't regret it one bit

My sebo is not working straight out of the box. Well, the vacuum itself is, but the power head is not, so there's all electrical issue somewhere in the power head, the wand, or the hose. This kind of thing can happen even with high quality items.

Unfortunately, I didn't even know what I need. I do not know if it's the power head that doesn't work, or the wand, or the hose. I am definitely going to call them this morning though.

If you want a powerful vacuum that’ll last decades, get a Miele or a Sebo. Cordless is nice, but you either have a heavy ass battery to move around constantly or you have an underpowered vacuum. Plus there aren’t many battery standards that have stuck around for decades, so you don’t run the chance of needing to replace your vacuum in 5 years just because the batteries aren’t available anymore.

But it for life with either a Sebo or Miele. You’ll spend over $1000 for a good but you’ll never have to buy another vacuum again.

I’m not a Miele fan either. It’s waaay to echo-chambered around here. I much prefer Sebo.

going to second this. just purchased a sebo from here. lady is super helpful and super into vaccums. very solid place.

When we bought our Karastan carpet, there was a vacuum recommendation on the website. We already had a Sebo, and weren't about to purchase something else. We also don't have high pile. I previously saw they recommended Soniclean, but for all I know, it could have been a tie-in for financial reasons more than they really thought it was better than anything else.

I was just curious. I'm very happy with my Sebo, thanks. It's like they're trying to say, "if you have to ask you can't afford it." Not a big fan of that attitude.

Thanks--cheaper than my Sebo too.

I wouldn't put anywhere near that much money into a stick, then you can get your Sebo that much sooner. Just an FYI, also, we had a Kenmore upright that was in great shape when we bought our Sebo, and we were able to get a $175 discount on a trade-in at an authorized dealer.

Make the dog pay half--they're the cause of most of the debris! A Sebo is a long-lasting machine, but you'd be hard-pressed to get one under $700. I have the E3, and I think a lot of people really like the Felix.

Just as an addendum to other replies, I wanted a Sebo when I moved to my current residence, and asked if the Sebo dealer in our area would take a trade-in. The dealer gave us $175 off for the Kenmore we traded in--so even if you don't feel like you can afford one now, if you generally keep your vacuums in good shape, you may find them relatively more affordable later, with a trade-in.

Miele canister or SEBO. Go German.

SEBO. Love mine, my sister has had hers for 15+ years.

A Dyson will not last, they are plastic junk, overpriced, over-hyped and junk... Bags have way better filtration, some vacuum brands bags are more expensive than others (like Miele). Most bagless vacuums are junk. Rainbows are a classic, water pan filtration. Old school but can find parts and lots of vintage models, among the brands that people collect. Last forever? Older Kirby, older hoover convertible, older eurekas/sanitares. Anything built before planned obsolescence. But not so old that it's a rare collectible with hard to find parts... Good filtration, noise level and new? Miele or sebo....

Love me a Sebo.

Miele for 10 + years now a 2nd hand sebo, both brilliant, the sebo is heavy though.

My town has a vacuum shop. They repair, buy, sell... They gave me a 7 year warranty on a 3 year old sebo I bought at 50% MSRP. Look for vacuum repair near you.

I have Miele and love my machine. Yeah its bagged, but works so well. Sebo has great offerings also.

I second Sebo. They are way heavier duty and made to last than anything else I see listed here.

I had same exp w Sebo. Chose it for my new lower pile rugs bc I wanted clean but well preserved rugs. I guess it’s fine as a vacuum but the attachments were impossible to attach and the bag holder is a massive pain to close properly. Just feels very cheap and junky overall for what it cost.

price of replacement parts is a huge reason i recommend sebo vacuums. every time i have to look up a part for a miele vacuum i already know it’s going to cost 3x-4x what it should.

your sebo will also contain the dust and capture it rather than spewing it back into the air like their dysons will. :)

bagless vacuums will let dust into the air. bagged vacuums that have a sealed system with high grade filtration won’t. i’d recommend a sebo or miele.

Odd, because their website claims in bold print that they are the west coast's largest AUTHORIZED Sebo dealer. They have been in business since the 1950's and have excellent customer service. I have purchased a Sebo and a Miele from them and have been very pleased. (They even sent me a t-shirt that says "Business has sucked for 75 years!!" My son wears it.)

Sebo is a top tier vacuum! Pricey but worth it

Canisters aren’t better than uprights necessarily, but they tend to be more versatile with hard and mixed flooring. Most uprights have a cleaning head fixed to the machine that can’t be changed to match the flooring you are cleaning. A head with a spinning brush roll isn’t as effective as a head that has a no obstructions (like a brush roll) and a straight air path for hard floors. a cleaning head with a spinning brush roll to agitate is needed for carpets and rugs. On a canister you can change between these two types of cleaning heads to get the most effective cleaning possible. Canisters also leave the bulky pieces of the vacuum behind you, giving you a more nimble lightweight wand and hose to reach into nooks and crannies a bulky upright couldn’t like under beds and furniture or around tight corners. The ELI5 version: Imagine your vacuum has a special “foot” for different floors. Some “feet” have a spinning brush that’s great for carpets, digging out dirt. But that same brush just scatters dirt around on hard floors when it’s spinning or gets in the way when it’s not. Canister vacuums let you change “feet” easily, so you always have the right one. Upright vacuums usually only have the carpet “foot”. Also, canisters are like pulling a little wagon, the heavy part stays behind, so it’s easier to move the hose and get into tight spots. While SEBO and Miele are talked about a ton here, they are premium machines that don’t land in the budget of many people, I say this as a SEBO owner. They’re long lasting and very effective cleaners (buy once cry once). You can absolutely get effective cleaning from a less expensive machine. Your home and needs sounds like the Kenmore 600 series would work really well. It comes with a powered hand tool called the pet powermate that is amazing for furniture and stairs.

I hope you enjoy it, I had a Sebo I couldn’t run quick enough back to Miele 😂 I guess vacuums are like cars everyone has their own favourite brand!

Yup, these original Dyson's were incredibly reliable for the most part. I think the first one in my family lasted close to 14 years before it finally died. The second was about 12-13 years old as well. Dyson's are not bad today, they just are not that good anymore, and not as reliable. For reliability you're definitely going to want a Sebo or Miele.

I switched from sharks to sebos and a Henry in my cleaning business and have found a huge difference

Sebo, hands down. They are expensive but I have had mine for two years with corgis and Tibetan Mastiffs. Hasn't missed a beat.

Get a Sebo. Literally any Sebo.

auth sebo dealers its 10 years if you go in store. well worth supporting your local business and way better value for money over miele

Sebo. Had mine 25 years and all its needed is a new brush head.

Sebo. It’s the new Electrolux. I went from electrolux (40 years of service, inherited from my mom) which was amazing, to a Miele (20 years of service, inherited from step mom) to a Dyson Animal. The Dyson lasted 12 years before I got sick of it. I bought a Sebo! I’m 58 and I won’t need another vacuum before I die.

Another left field option. As they are both bagged, I would have no concern buying a second hand machine, if in good condition. Indeed, I have done so, twice. If you replace the bag, filters and clean the pipes, you have essentially a clean, refurbished machine. Particularly with Sebo machines, you can replace virtually everything, including the brush bar very easily, which can’t be done in the Miele. My other concern with the Miele is the bag connector which is meant to close when the compartment closes, doesn’t always close properly, so dirt can escape the bag and fly around the compartment and potentially get past the motor filter. I have a C3 and it has done this on mine. It can be worse with fake bags, but it can happen with genuine bags too. It doesn’t happen with Sebo. Additionally, Sebo’s motors are rated for double the life of Miele’s and Mieles are rated at 4 times the life of Shark’s! Miele does have slightly better filtration, but not that you would notice in the real world. If there are second hand Sebo’s where you are, this may reduce the cost for you. The cleaning performance won’t be any less than a new machine and you can keep it performing as new very easily. I bought my second hand Felix for £10 when the family used it during a renovation to clean up drywall etc about 6 years ago. I changed the bag, filter and brush roll as ell as cleaning the hose and it still works perfectly.

Sebo. The suck on it. Phowar

Supervacuums - Bethel Park PA 4949 Library Rd Bethel Park PA, 15102 Ph: (412) 833-0235 Mon-Fri. 9:00-5:00 Sat: 10:00am - 3:00pm I have several Sebos that I love. Riccar is also a good choice.

I love my Sebo!

Have a Dyson pet cordless for quick vacs and was going to get a Miele but have a Sebo and I love it! Also used in the Royal Household.

Exactly. I got a Sebo and the bag takes months before it starts to get filled enough to impact the suction. And can easily go another month before it is that filled that it needs replacing. 

Sebo. Not cheap, but well built and easy to clean power head.

I have a Sebo and really like it, but just generally would recommend a bagged vacuum over a bagless upright. They seem convenient, but after years of using a dyson, it's so NICE to throw the bag of stinky (I have a golden retriever XD) dog hair into the trash and not have it funking up the whole vacuum, forever. Completely pulling apart and having it professionally serviced never got all the doggy smell out of the dyson. Newer dysons are also absolute junk compared to a dyson from 10-15 years ago.

I cannot overstate how much I love my Sebo. Does great on tile, wood, and carpet. Lightweight, effective, and put my Dyson Animal to shame. Does fantastic with dog hair.

I'm a professional cleaner. Shark 100%. Dyson and Sebo do similar but they're more expensive. Sebo has a HEPA filter in it.

This exactly. We kept our Dyson and use it liked you’d use a Dustbuster. Quick crumb cleanup, sand from the beach, etc. but for cleaning your house you want something better, especially bc the filtration on the Dyson is garbage and dust on the air is not good for you or baby. I went with a Sebo and the filtration is great

I have a Sebo. They're made in germany and definitely a buy it for life item. Mine has a 10 year warranty and can be services at your local vacuum store. I use mine basically every day.

Went with Sebo after a decade of fixing our Dyson. Couldn't be happier.

Our Sebo pulls malamute hair out of carpet. Absolutely worth it. Also has dual hepa rated filters.

I love our SEBO. They work well and the lower end ones are not super pricey.

Miele has alotta twisty bullshit that probably wouldn't like it but that sebo should have no problem, might have something stuck inside that the hair wraps around and plugs it up, went 4 weeks with a toothpick in my shop vac hose before I got the fucker out

Sebo or Miele. Getting embedded sand out of carpet is all about suction power. Cordless vacs just don't have enough power.

From experiences I dealt with in our shop, Sonic Clean machines aren't anything special, it can be a headache finding parts through any of the usual parts vendors, the warranty is not all that good and there's a bit of a cheap feeling to them (despite the claims, brags and marketing buzzwords on their website.) A Sebo has a longer warranty and built much more durable/dependable (100% built in Germany. It's cloudy as to where Sonic Clean even gets their machines source from.) If the soft carpet brushroll aka "beater bar" is your concern, you can trade out the standard one for the soft bristle one. If you are looking for no "beater bar" perhaps consider a canister over an upright. Sebo makes great canisters.

I had never heard of them until I walked into a vacuum store that also does repairs, thinking I wanted a Dyson. The repair guy set me straight. My Sebo is fifteen years old and still works like new. Will probably outlive me as long as they keep making parts. Contrary to what the Dyson ads told us all, bagged is superior longterm IMO. They keep fine particulate contained so it doesn't work its way through your machine or poof back up in a cloud when you dump into a trash can. The bags come with caps that seal so nothing leaks out when you change them. I'd rather swap a bag than have to clean out a gross dust chamber.

A Sebo could survive longer. I've seen Sebos go through tons of shit and still perform like new. Not to trash on Miele, Miele's are great vacuums, and I would recommend them. But a Sebo is blowing the Miele out of the water with durability in a commercial setting.

Look, I love Kenmore, but they are expensive to repair and they no longer make my roller brush. The 2 brushes I did buy were $200. I could’ve bought a Sebo for the price of the vacuum and two roller brushes. Sebo vacuums are cheaper to repair and just better all around.

Do you have a dealer nearby? go try them, Sebo for the win in my book, I had so many issues with Miele during covid and for few years after, parting out hoses and wands to other companies

I would say Sebo is your best option. For uprights Felix or for canisters I would look at the E3 or D4. The D4 gives you the longest cord and biggest bag but if you can go to a shop and try them all out before purchasing so that you know you love it!

I've got a Sebo and I love it, got tonnes of attachments and it's pretty affordable here in the UK No experience with Miele but the vacuums have a good reputation Henry's are one of the cheapest vacuums on the market, and also have some of the best suction and durability *However* if you live in the US, don't buy any of these three. These vacuums are super affordable in the UK/Europe. A Henry costs £140 ($180) supposedly over in the US it costs $400-500. If you told someone here you'd paid that much for a cheap Henry, they'd think you're insane

Those Sebo and Miele vacuums last fucking forever so there ya go.

Sebo and Miele are BIFL. Dyson is not BIFL. If you buy a Sebo, the manual comes with an exploded parts diagram where you can buy each and every part. Dyson does not have this because when something breaks, they want you to buy a new vacuum. Same goes for Shark, Bissell and other bagless garbage that people keep recommending.

My Sebo has been going without problems for 20 years now

And let me clarify that I realize this model isn’t the best one for bare floors. But it does have a bare floor feature. I have a ProTeam 1500xp (maybe it was the 1200xp idk) I used when the Miele was down for a bit waiting for a new hose and used it at home all the time with no hair jamming issues. And I’ve brought my Sebo home to use before with no issue. It’s really a bad design issue with Miele.