SEBO - AIRBELT E3 Premium

Gotcha, okay. A few things. 1) Cordless machines don’t have the power to clean a full house well, especially carpets and rugs. They’re really meant for quick pickups and to supplement a proper/more powerful vacuum between deeper cleanings. 2) For those thin washable type rugs, you typically want to avoid high suction and a brush roller because they get damaged easily, like it seems you’ve already experienced. So ideally you want a machine with variable suction and that lets you turn a brush roller on/off + change the floor heads depending on what you’re vacuuming. 3) I think a canister vacuum is definitely going to be less strenuous to use vs an upright. If you’re not used to that form factor though it might be worth demo’ing one before buying anything just to make sure it’s the right fit? It might take some getting used to if you’ve always used uprights and stick vacs. A Sebo K3 or a Miele C1 Cat & Dog might be the move here. Bagged canister, powerful variable suction machines that have electric power heads with brush roll on/off. You can change the floor head out so if you want use a suction only tool downstairs and the power head upstairs to really deep clean your wall to wall carpet you can do that. The Sebo has a better warranty (10yr motor/non wear parts, 7 yr labor) and they offer a soft brush roll accessory (green bristles) made for more delicate carpeting in case whenever suction only won’t do the job on those thin rugs. There’s a 25% off deal at one online dealer floating around the sub that would get those machines within budget for you. If you have local Sebo and Miele dealers they have flexibility to offer discounts below MSRP as well. If you can get a 25% off deal then you nought have a look at Sebo’s E3 canister as well as it has some useful added features over the K3, but they do clean about the same. For lower budget options there are canister models from Kenmore that have similar features to the Mieles and Sebo’s in my opinion they’re more cumbersome to use and durability/repairability isn’t nearly as good.

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.

For me it’s my Sebo E3.

Sebo e3. It’s amazing.

Just used this on a Sebo E3 😊 Thanks so much! You’re right, that’s by far the best discount I’ve ever seen!

I have noticed air leaking on mine too. Glad I’m not the only one, thought I was being paranoid.

Check out SEBO - for uprights the Felix is great for both hard floor and carpet. SEBO K and E series canisters are also excellent.

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.

I’d highly recommend a canister vacuum cleaner with a dedicated bare-floor nozzle - the kind that’s just a brush with no wheels. Something like a Wessel-Werk CN250 or D 330 Turn & Clean. Both Miele and SEBO offer branded versions of these. These don’t have wheels and sit on just bristles. No plastic wheels and baseplates fo break. These glide over the uneven floors beautifully and strong suction will pick the dirt up out of the crevices. If you’re dealing with fine dust, bags are the way to go. No filters to wash, no dust cups to clean out, no plumes of dust. No, the bags won’t fill up instantly or loose suction the way old paper vacuum bags did. I’d strongly recommend looking at SEBO E3, or K3; Miele C1 or C3 canister with the Miele Parquet nozzle, Numatic Henry with the bare-floor only brush. If you find a canister you like that doesn’t have a no-wheels bare floor brush, you can get aftermarket ones either online or at your local vac shop. Most canisters use either a 35mm (Miele size) fitting, or generic 1 1/4” or 32mm fitting. Check out your local vacuum shop and let them know your flooring situation. They’ll be able to get you the exact attachments you need.

I’d buy an E3 any day over a C3 Marin. I think the E3 premium and C3 Marin are very comparable. But the E3 is less expensive, has speed control on the hose handle, a better tool set, tool-free removable brushroll, parts are far less expensive, and legendary SEBO commercial grade build quality and repairability. The Kenmore Elite upright is mehhh (I owned one). Its brush roll is very complex and totally not serviceable. Its hose is short and has limited use. But it is ridiculously powerful with a surprising amount of airflow and has excellent filtration.

I would not hesitate to go for SEBO E3 Premium. K3 is their budget option. The ET-1 nozzle has a removable brushroll so it’s easy to clean. There is a reason why SEBO is the world standard for commercial vacuum cleaners.

Sorry that you are in this tricky situation.  Your best bet is to find a vacuum with adjustable height and suction.  While most mainstream vacuums lack manual height adjustment, many still have suction control via an air relief collar or sliding switch, so if you still have the vacuums you bought, see if you can try out changing the suction.  I don't have good recommendations from the big box stores.      I suggest you visit a vacuum store nearby with a chunk of your carpet to try out in store options.  Some places will let you try out a vacuum at home so you can see how it does on your carpet/pad.    I don't think a canister would be a better choice than an upright.  One option that would likely work is Sebo Felix with a soft brush installed, but it will be quite above your ideal budget. There is also a way to add a lower carpet plate to reduce bogging down.     https://youtu.be/B43hCnP4UUE?si=4tnn3wbOfGIEiejI   Eta for reference the video shows these modifications on the Sebo Nozzle that comes with upright Felix or canisters E3 and D4.   I have a newer carpet/waterproof pad and the E3 and it works for us, but ymwv.

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.

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.

Plenty of options: Low budget: Kenmore 600 series pop and go Med/high: Miele C1 cat and dog, C3 Homecare, Sebo k3 or e3. You can safely ignore that Dyson/shark rec in the other comment. Neither are bagged and both are a joke. I have a hard time believing they even owned a Miele. Or if they did it was a hard-floor only model or something. Find a local dealer and take the above for a test drive to see which you prefer.

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

Sebo Felix or E3! Sebo has a 10yr warranty if you buy from an authorized dealer. See if you have one locally and take those for a test drive. Miele is a great option too but frankly they neuter their lineup in Canada for some reason. I’d only recommend the C3 Cat and Dog or Complete C3 power plus

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

If you’re dealing with lots of hair, you’ll want an electric powerhead. In order of price - Check out a: Kenmore 600 pop and go, Miele C1 cat and dog, C3, Sebo k3,, E3 or D4

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

Yes! Sebo K3 or E3. And potentially get the green “soft” brush roll too. These machines will last you 20+ years with proper maintenance.

Personally I wouldn’t get another cordless bagless as your primary vacuum. They’re not up to this task (regardless of what marketing departments tell us). Ideally you want 2 vacuums. 1) cordless bagless for quick daily messes: LG A9 2) corded and bagged primary weekly deep clean vacuum: Look at a Miele C1 cat and dog, C3 Homecare or Sebo K3/E3

Sebo E3 Premium or Miele C1 Cat Dog, check your local dealer if you have one and take both for a test drive. (These run 850ish) That said - Kenmore makes a great vacuum (albeit a little lower build quality) the 600 Series Pop N Go canister that is very popular on here for pets. The highlight being a powered handheld mini powerhead for furniture. (300ish) The longevity of these machines will certainly last much longer than either of your shakes. Bagged machines last longer and will not lose their performance and suction.

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

Obviously the felix and E3 are going to be the best bet... But maybe you can talk her into a Kenmore BU4050. Best bang for the back and has a bag. Does a tremendous job for the price

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

My kids also just got diagnosed with dust mite allergies. I got mattress and pillow covers for all the beds, removed all the stuffies in their room (as suggested by the doctor) then purchased the Sebo E3 which has a hospital grade filtration system.  It's been about a week but I've seen improvement in their symptoms! I'd like to think the vacuuming contributed to that.

A Miele is a good bet with a turbo head set on low suction or standard allteq floor nozzle. You could also try the Sebo E3 or K3 premium with the optional green soft brush roller in the ET-1 power head and lower suction setting. May clean the fibers a bit better than the Miele. If the rug is machine woven it may be more durable and hold up to the Sebo better.

I think the closest BIFL in the cordless market would probably be the LG CordZero. Aside from that you’re probably looking at a 5 years or less lifespan and maybe a battery replacement or two within that timeframe. If you really want a BIFL vacuum, you’d want to look into a bagged unit, and most of this sub will recommend either Miele or Sebo in that market. I personally own a Sebo E3 but also a Shark Apex. I expect the Sebo to last forever and have parts easily available when needed, but I’ve also owned the Shark for around 5 years now with no issues that I keep as a backup/beater vacuum for things I don’t want to use the Sebo for. But for $189 you honestly can’t beat a Shark Navigator from Costco. You can beat the hell out of it and not worry about tearing it up. And the Costco return policy/warranty will help bridge the gap of Sharks truly awful customer service.

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

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.

Gotcha yeah. If my home was smaller I’d have gotten the E3 for sure. I miss my smaller home actually. So much faster to clean. 😅

That's definitely the style of miele I was talking about! Though it doesn't include either of the nozzles I was thinking of. Still, those can be purchased separately. It's unfortunately usually more expensive to do that, but it appears no single model includes both the twister hard floor and turboteq heads. It's worth checking other retailers though, as they might have exclusive packages or models with the nozzles you need. Sebo is another excellent choice with a lot of the same advantages, and probably a little higher quality still. I just assumed availability might be even more limited for them in Australia. Looks like they do sell the E series barrel models there, and their hard floor nozzles are almost as good and similarly will care for delicate floors. The E3 premium has the added benefit of a motorized power nozzle , which will perform fantastically for your carpeted areas and better than the air-powered turboteq on the miele. But at a higher cost of course.

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.

Thanks for this! Ended up getting an E3 as well

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:)

Thank you for posting this. The code worked as of today! I got an E3 on sale, plus the 25% off discount, and when I talk to them on the phone, they didn’t sound annoyed like EVac. They gave me shipping notice within 30 minutes of me placing my order and let me know what day to watch for it since I have to sign for it. I also got the extended 10 year warranty option from them incredibly satisfied so far

Love my D4. I had local stores with both the D4 and Miele C3 Complete and the D4 was the easy choice. SEBO E3 is the competitor to the Miele C3 for less $ and the D4 is just outright better for the same price as the C3. If you only have access to one or the other you'll be happy no matter what, but if you have the option the SEBO will be the better buy.

Ive got a sebo E3 canister, and while we dont suffer from dust allergies, i am an asthmatic. Anyway, weve been very pleased with it. I strongly suspect the felix upright will have very similar performance. This might be bad advice so someone correct me if needed: if youre trying to pinch pennies i grew up with OREK vacuums, and their hypoallergenic uprights did a great job. You can get those anywhere from $10 to found on the side of the road these days.

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.

The best portable is arguably a Sebo E3, but the best vacuum period is probably a central vac.

Well that’s basically just a bigger E3. I’ve never personally like the D-series, although it’s a perfectly lovely cleaner.

Look at the SEBO E3 Premium. The supplied ET-1 power head is very easy to clean and maintain. It also comes with a 10 yr warranty if purchased from an authorized dealer. There are other advantages that the SEBO offers that Miele doesn’t. For example it has controls on the handle so you don’t have to reach down to the machine to change power settings. And parts are readily available and reasonably priced.

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.

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.

I have a few vacuums, one being a Sebo E3 and another is a Miele. I also have a Dyson V8 Absolute and I *absolutely* love it. I’ve had this one for a few years and use it almost daily around the kitchen. I recommend that one. It doesn’t have the digital screen, it’s not super heavy on the wrist, and it cleans well. If it were to break or stop working, I’d buy another one. Worth it.

I’d skip Hoover. They aren’t what they used to be. If money really is no issue, [this Sebo Felix](https://sebo.us/product/felix/9809AM) will be great for all floor types, last a long time, it’s sleek, and it’s easy to maneuver in small spaces. The brushroll is also easy to take out and clean hair and debris. It’s currently 15% off if you buy directly from Sebo, which I think ships from their location in Colorado. Great vacuum. They come in different colors but they’re the same machine and when you purchase a new exhaust filter, you can choose a fun design.

Awesome. It’s a good all around vacuum. I like that it’s slim, but powerful, and it’s easy to maneuver in tight spaces. There are recommendations for canister vacuums, all of which are good machines; however, I have a Sebo E3, which is a canister, but my rooms and spaces are too tight so I rub the hose on the corners of walls as I’m dragging the machine so I think the Felix is a great choice.

Electrolux in the US rebranded to Aerus several years ago (maybe 20-25 years ago). They’re decent vacuums but at that price point, their reliability, filtration and cleaning ability isn’t as good as Miele and Sebo. Check it out, but I definitely recommend seeing if an authorized Sebo dealer is near you. Sebo is a German brand that has a reputation for making durable vacuums that can take a beating, they clean well, have great filtration, and last forever with little maintenance. The D4 is often recommended on this sub for large homes. I have a Sebo E3, which is capable for most homes. It’s a great vacuum. https://www.sebo.us/dealer-locator https://www.sebo.us/product/airbelt-d

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.

Yes!!! The E3 is in my list of must have models. I helped my in laws get a lightly used cherry colored k3 but the hose location on it is weird. I could also stand to trade in my plain vanilla black Felix for either the red or the once available “fun color” as what I believe sebo called it. It was cherry and orange colored.

I got our E3 a month ago. Yesterday i had to take it in because the hose swivel on the handle was losing electrical contact intermittently. Hope this isn't an issue in the long run.

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'm in no hurry to replace my Sebo E3, but I'm wondering about the Soniclean upright. For some reason, whether marketing tie-in or because they really believe in it, Mohawk/Karastan recommends these vacuums for their SmartStrand carpets. Are they really different in how they clean, and does anyone think they're really fantastic? I've yet to see anyone else mention them.

I don't want another vacuum, I'm just wondering why they would recommend it over something like a Sebo.

Right--I'm pretty sure Sebos are better than anything on their list--at the time we bought our bedroom carpet, the Soniclean was the only vacuum they recommended, but I see they've added several more. It's the only carpet we have in the house, and I'm not about to spend another $400+ tax on a vacuum for that one room. I was just curious about their claims of vibrating the carpet--it seems a bit like so much BS.

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.

Got a Sebo E3 more than a year ago. I will never go back to a Dyson/hoover/bissel type of vacuum again. Sebos are pricey but it cleans so very well and it is made to be repairable. If you have pets the extra money for a bagged canister vacuum is worth it in my opinion.

I just got my new Sebo E3 and you're going to be disgusted by how much comes out of your carpets 😬 mine is a new build home so at least it's OUR dirt. I almost got the K3 but felt like the E3 would be better for us since the price difference wasn't that big.

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.

Have the SEBO E3 Airbelt premium (huge investment on my part for carpet/tile house. I live in dusty Dusty West Texas. This vacuum clean has seriously been a game changer in keeping my house clean and virtually dust free. This is definetly a Built for life vacuum cleaner....Next up Speed Queen agitator washer/dryer.

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

Sebo E3 is great if you have carpet. It comes with a 10 year warranty if you get it through an authorized dealer. I’ve been told Sebo still makes replacement parts for models they produced in the 70s.

The C1 Cat and Dog will work but has some key differences compared to the C3 and only had a 1 year warranty. I'd look at the Sebo E3 at that price point. If you have a local dealer pop in and test drive them.

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.

I just got my sebo e3 for $891 on evacuumstore! Red color is the cheapest one, at least when I bought. They do the upgrade to 10 year warranty, so that peace of mind plus the beast of a vacuum that will reduce our allergies was well worth it. I have heard the felix is good too, and it’s much cheaper, but if you don’t have much carpeting or pets the E2 is also a great option.

I know that feeling. I'd done bagged canisters for years, then a friend talked me into a bagless upright (Shark), which I did get on sale, and it was lighter than any of my other vacuums, which I needed, but I have *hated* the bagless bit. Now I have my Sebo E3, and haven't used the Shark since the Sebo arrived last week. There's NO appeal to emptying that dust cup. Zero, Zip, Nada, None. My carpet looks 10 times better since the Sebo came.

Sebo is the best. I have an E 3 canister and just bought a Felix. Both are excellent. So well made.

Sebo E3 or K3. The ET-1 powerhead on them have an easily removable brushroll that makes removing tangles easy

Our E3 also seems quite susceptible to scratches on the glossy body. I wouldn't mind if they had used a slightly textured finish, so that any little scratches wouldn't be as noticeable. Some clear protective tape/film applied to the body is an interesting idea. But at some point, I'd just adding a bunch more complexity for no real reason, not to mention the risk of damage when removing the film, like either leaving adhesive behind, or removing printing on the body at the same time.

I can offer that my E3 is red, and it still shows the scratches pretty well :)

We just bought a used Sebo E3, and are very happy with it. A long-haired human, and 2 cats, with mostly carpet. Unfortunately neither Miele nor Sebo have a "tangle-free" brushroll. But for the Sebos, the ET-1 electric powerhead brush roll removes easily (squeeze one spot, and twist, to remove the cover, then slide the brush roll out). That could be a nice feature for you, to make it easy to clean the brushroll each time. The Sebo K3 offers basically the same cleaning performance, I think, but is cheaper than the E3. An older design, and smaller bags, but still well-proven. The good Miele and Sebo units are bagged, so there are fewer filters to deal with. Once the bag is finally full, toss it and slap in another one. The bag does most of the filtering; for Sebo, I've seen advice to replace the other filters every 15-20 bags, which for most folks would be a very long time.

I tried a Miele C3 and Sebo E3 at the store, as I recall, the canister weights were very similar. I think the Sebo powered head (ET-1) was lighter than the Miele powered head (SEB228). I saw the Kenmore 600 specs showing the weight at about 20 pounds, vs about 11.5 for the Sebo E3 canister, but I haven't seen the Kenmore in-person. I don't know if the canister itself is actually a bunch heavier, or if the Kenmore spec is maybe also including the hose, the rigid tube, and an attachment head?

They don't make sense for the price they charge. They're not made in the US anymore most of them are gray market imports from China one of them is a Gray market important from Switzerland of all places. For significantly less you could buy a tougher machine Like a SEBO or Lindhaus. I would recommend a SEBO E3 it be a little bit less so much more modern.

I like my Sebo E3.

I went with the Sebo E3 this year. Have mixed floors as well as a shedding dog. I went with Sebo over Miele due to the longer warranty and the removable brush roll. I’m sure you’d be fine either way. Miele seems to have the slight upper hand in terms of filtration level (Sebo is no slouch), and it seems Sebo has the slight upper hand in ease of maintenance. Also heavily considered Lindhaus, but they didn’t have a dealer in my area. NGL I saw the Lindhaus post earlier this week with the clean brush roll and had a little regret not making the trip to get one.

I have a Sebo E3 (same tool head) and I've discovered it's better to not max out the suction, as it's way too powerful and forms a seal with the carpet. I do agree the swivel is a no-go for stairs, I use a turbo brush (which I admit is easier to use with the E3's separated canister).

Upgraded from a Tineco to a Sebo E3 for 25% off.

I got free shipping and 25 off from https://cjmillervac.com

I agree with SiXX5150, for majority carpet you'll need a vacuum with a powered brushroll so that it can properly clean the carpet. None of the Mieles on sale have a carpet powerhead, the Mieles with a carpet powerhead are the [Miele Classic C1 Cat & Dog](https://www.mieleusa.com/product/10639470/canister-vacuum-cleaners-classic-c1-cat-and-dog-powerline-sbbn0-lotus-white) $789 and the [Miele C3 Kona](https://www.mieleusa.com/product/10014580/canister-vacuum-cleaners-complete-c3-kona-powerline-sgfe0-obsidian-black) $1159. The C1 has a shorter cord and a tool clip, the C3 has a slightly longer cord and a tool storage compartment. Both have the same carpet powerhead. Other options are the [Sebo K3](https://classicvac.com/sebo-airbelt-k3-premium-white/) $849 and the [Sebo E3](https://classicvac.com/sebo-airbelt-e3-premium-arctic-white/) $1049. I really prefer the easier maintenance and longer 10-year warranty from Sebo over the Miele C1 and C3. The K3 is the older model so it's a little cheaper, it has an offset hose, a 2-step upholstery tool, a bottom bag door, and a tug to rewind cord. The E3 has a center mounted hose, easier upholstery tool, top bag door, and a cord rewind button. Another option if you want a very lightweight vacuum is the [Karcher Ranger](https://www.kaercher.com/us/commercial/vacuum-cleaners/upright/ranger-10129000.html) $199. This is a lightweight upright vacuum similar to an Oreck. The Ranger has carpet height adjustment however it has no hose or tools and an awkward side mounted power button. It's not quiet like the Miele and Sebo canisters because of the direct/dirty fan design.

Sebo is a great brand for professional cleaners, they're powerful, durable, and repairable. If you just want one vacuum that can clean all floor types then really the Sebo Felix is the best option. The other Sebo uprights don't have brushroll shutoff so some of them can do hard floors but not as well as having brushroll shutoff. Downsides to the Felix are a heavy handle weight and a short built in hose. A Sebo K3 or Sebo E3 are canisters that can do all floor types as well. If you want one of the Sebo uprights that aren't a Felix I'd choose the Sebo Essential G4. I prefer the manual carpet height adjustment, it gives you exactly what you want and is one less motor to break. And I prefer being able to remove the whole brushroll on the G4 instead of just the brushstrips on the Mechanical Series. To clean hard floors you'll need to add the kit with an extension hose, extension wand, and parquet brush. I wouldn't risk using the X7 on hard floors even though it has a squeegee because I wouldn't want to risk being blamed for scratching a client's floors. My ideal setup is 2 vacuums, an upright for the carpets, and a canister for the hard floors and above floor cleaning. I'd get a Essential G4 and a E1 Kombi. Having 2 vacuums can help you finish a job if one vacuum goes down during the job. If the upright goes down the canister can clean carpets (though it takes more work) and if the canister goes down you can finish using the hose on the upright. Also if a job has no carpets just take in the canister and vice versa. Be sure to find a local vacuum store to try them all in person first. What do you think?

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.

Well yes, usually discussions of the best require ideals and assumptions, because in life, what's best is what works, but we can always endeavor for better and recognize our shortcomings, despite the reality of the cards we're dealt. Lol it's definitely very real that Toyotas and Honda's hold their value "too well". Toyota could increase prices and they'd still fly off the lots. And shite dealers (all dealers imo) don't change the nature of the vehicle (ofc it changes the nature of the buyer, but that doesn't affect the objective quality of the Prius, for example) Overall tho, even if a Kenmore is what someone goes with, it feels disingenuous to tell them it's "the best" vs "best for their situation" when a Sebo e3 or Miele c3 brilliant exists. And I am always in the camp of recommending buying a used Miele, so I cater to those of all SES 😎 I just wished we lived in a society that didn't waste its time marketing cheap crap and just focused on optimizing the best. The splintering of efforts in certain fields really kneecaps us for progress.

There's no "consensus" because it's marketing and competition and the two best companies don't market (they don't have to) so the zeitgeist is full of noise. Our current economic system disincentives industries rallying around gold standard practices, ya know. It should but it currently doesn't. At your price point, you'll want the Kenmore bagged elite canisters. Basically all of the same nominal features as the Sebo or Miele, with some perks like the let powermate, crossover tool, and lights everywhere. But they're louder, worse built, and weaker than sebos. And even more so than Mieles, but the price is fair for what's offered. With care these Kenmore can easily last over a decade. Mieles, the vacuums, are the best. Sebo, the company that makes these products, is also the best. Miele is currently reacting to market demands and has changed the way their company has operated in the last 2 decades. Sebo is off responding as well, but not as harshly as Miele. Equally, they're diametrically opposite brands. Miele is a lifestyle luxury brand that ~happens to have the best or one of the best offerings in every category they compete in. Sebo is an industrial cleaning company, and it shows. It's frankly no competition and it's why Dyson and shark don't compete on numbers (other than price & sales numbers) because they cannot compete with Miele/Sebo on sustained suction/airflow, loudness, weight, or extended performance tests. Miele and Sebo and have factories of robots testing their products. Every Miele product made in their German factories are tested by people and computers before being packaged and delivered. On TOP of the 20 year stress tests they conduct on their machines. Dyson & shark hire marketing firms and Malaysian sweatshops, very different. Also Mieles Chinese build quality is impeccable, much like everything else of value made in China (DJI, Roborock, apple, etc). It frankly should be concerning Dysons aren't made in China, the country with the globally superior production capacity. Also how you know Miele and Sebo are the best: they make one flagship product that works for everyone, no matter the use. They certainly iterate, but in the scale of decades, not quarters. There is certainly consensus on who makes the best vacuums, and the only answers are Miele, Sebo, and Nacecare and between those it's mostly preference and fandom (and henry is adorable!) and let's be honest the best vacuum company is Sebo. Sorry Miele, xoxo, love you, but facts are facts. Edit: frankly I didn't read what your use case was because it's irrelevant to the answer. A bagged electro canister is always the best, no questions asked. Look around for used Miele (or Sebo, rarer) deals on marketplace. Vacuum stores sell them lower than their MSRP. Miele is currently having somewhat of a blowout sale before their new machine and we're about to never have Mieles with lights or fingertip controls 😭😭 scoop up somebody's used brilliant if you're really lucky. Or again, buy the Kenmore new. I got my Miele s8 uniq on marketplace for $300($1800msrp). Now I'm gonna make sure it lasts until I die because of the fingertip controls, lights, and (I know this is dumb) the velvet.

If you bought a Dyson outsize and want to buy another one in 5 years, go to a Miele dealer and buy the Miele c3 homecare+, get that machine serviced every 5 years and never look back. It's expensive but 100% worth it for the fingertip controls, the superior seb236 carpet brush, and the extra attachments and warranty as being sold as a homecare model from a dealer. Use only Miele bags, be gentle, and read the instructions and it may outlive you! As is their design, the fine dusts from your and your dogs hair/skin have clung to the cyclones and possibly the motor. It's also possible you've never cleaned your filters but I'll assume you have. Any cordless, with fastidious maintenance can last up to or around a decade, losing suction in the last half of life A bagged canister, like the Miele c3 or Sebo e3, will not lose suction to an appreciable degree in the course of 10 years, when using real Miele bags. More than 99% of the captured dirt is trapped in the bag, with the remainder being trapped in the HEPA exhaust filter. Being a canister form factor it's also incredibly convenient, reducing strain on your wrist, allowing you a telescopic wand and long hose everywhere you go with tools close at hand. The cord reel makes cords forgettable and the bags last 3-6 months (depending on your living/shedding sitch). Having truly adjustable suction means you can vacuum delicate stuff like curtains or chachkis. Mieles also are built better and feel better in hand than the Dysons. The click of Miele attachments is 🤤 An abused Miele can last a decade. A normal meile could last 20 years. A Miele with care will easily last 40. Put some effort and it can literally last forever. They're made to be opened, serviced, cleaned, and reassembled forever, unlike Dysons with clips and adhesives. The Sebo e3 will work mostly as good as the Miele and offers a little more value over the brilliant (a little) but I prefer Mieles hard and carpet tools. Mieles also feel better in hand. Ultimately, Mieles bags and HEPA filters are also cheaper for us in the US with the allergy bundle. If you're the one spending the money and doing the vacuuming, I say get the Porsche over the VW (is that offensive to the Sebo fans lol). So go to your local vacuum dealer and try out the Miele c3 homecare+ (brilliant) and the Sebo e3. I think once you get a real (corded, bagged) vacuum you'll recognize even the biggest baddest Dyson cordless is a toy, relatively.

For Canister: Sebo E3 or K3 For Upright: Sebo Felix With any carpet and shedding animals, you need a powered brush roll. If you want durable and repairable, and best warranty on the market Sebo >>> Miele. Find a dealer and test drive the options.

Just from my experience, the Sebo E3 is much better than any of the Dysons I've had previously. I got the vacuum earlier this year and even though it was pricey, it immediately picked up a bunch of stuff from the carpet on day one that the Dyson never picked up in the years I had it. It would be worth looking at the brands that aren't Dyson on the list just because Dyson's got the marketing and people are going to recommend what they're familiar with.

Another vote for Sebo E3

Sebo E3 with added premium parquet tool (for hard surfaces) is what we have and it works awesome for carpet and dog hair and deep cleaning. It has up to a 10 year warranty, is 100% made in house by Sebo in Germany. Brush roller removes easily for cleaning hairs off. Many people at r/vacuumcleaners recommend it also. [Sebo vs Meile](https://youtu.be/CWy_jOoFIss?si=ry8DHpfoUhYXg9iy) [Sebo vacuum buyers guide](https://youtu.be/Usz8IAj_qyI?si=gFS_GRxgnOIbTKXb) [Sebo canister vac buyers guide](https://youtu.be/4E7xH75Z9D4?si=Zomt0BrF6Yubc51n) [canister vs upright](https://youtu.be/D-NW-p_Y5F4?si=cpH0Ef0VHSa84eAz)

I had that same shark vacuum for 7 years then a rubber gasket dried up and got sucked into the motor and emitted a horrible burnt rubber odor and the other rubber gasket that held the motor in place disintegrated. Loss of suction and dirt blowing out the exhaust. Can’t buy parts for it. I threw it away and bought a Sebo E3.

I bought a Sebo E3. Have 3 dogs, my carpet is actually clean after I use it.

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.

Sebos stick hasn’t come to Canada yet and this is actually my first time seeing it so I’m gonna analyze that more tomorrow. Thanks for sending that to me! About a year ish ago during my last meeting with Sebo I was told they were in development of one and was told when they releases one it’ll blow all the other ones away - hence why they’ve waited so long to get it right. I first knew about it about 4 years ago. Kinda cool that day has finally come. And duh sebos exists to make $. I mean what kind of statement is that. But that in itself doesn’t make them an unethically profit driven company. And to prefer Lindhaus Powerhead over a Sebo ET Powerhead…. I mean if that’s how you feel than ok, the Lindhaus head is still a very good Powerhead, but the ET series heads from Sebo are far easier to service for the consumer (that brush roller removal system really makes a difference). Yea you’re right about the Lindhaus head having a dial non click style height adjust system so it can be more precise, but most consumers are not going to use it at the right height, where as the Sebo head is easier to use. The Sebo head typically pushes easier too. But the Lindhaus head would be the apples to apples comparison head to sebos. Also Sebo has a boost feature on some models which does overide it, and from my experience you don’t typically need it. Those X series heads are not problematic. If you’ve had tons of issues with them then you’ve had bad luck. I know a lot of hotels that use them and they love em. In terms of pricing the US definitely has a bigger spread. Canadas is $899 K3, $999 E3, $1099 D4. Sebo in the US is much more expensive. Same thing with Miele. Same Thing with Dyson 💩. Seems vacuums in the US are just generally more expensive. Id say you’re probably right that the difference between each model is more than it should be in the US, but for what you’re getting, you’re not getting ripped off by any means. If they weren’t selling right they’d probable adjust the pricing. The E3 without question has more power than the K3, and for $200 US I would absolutely take it over the K3. The D4 should probably drop $100-200. But for $1399 is the vacuum a rip off - not at all, and it is without question better than the K3, and I prefer it to the E3 personally. K3 needed more power and a few other things. But It’s prospective too. Sebo is one of the last company’s I’d be complaining about pricing wise. The E3 is better than the K3 and should cost more, the D4 is the best and should cost the most. It’s not like that doesn’t make sense. And I never said to trust Germans because they’re Germans lol…. But Sebo is without question one of the most if not the more trustworthy vacuum companies out there.

That’s kind of a tricky one for me. The E2 technically does a better job on carpet and rugs because it has the turbine driven head with the rotating brush which helps open up carpet pile and do a dealer clean. However, because it’s turbine driven and doesn’t have an electric motor in the head, if you’re picking up a decent amount of hair, it can clog up that turbine and would need to be cleaned out. It can totally be cleaned, it’s just a balance of how much maintenance do you wanna do on your vacuum vs just plug and play and put it away. The E1 will do the exact same job on the hardfloor. I prefer the E1 on the hardfloor because the Kombi tool requires very little maintenance. The Kombi tool doesn’t have a front bristle which allows hair to just sweep into the front of it - where as a traditional floor brush (like what’s on the E2) can get a bit clogged up on the front portion of the brush after a bit of use. As far as carpet / rug performance goes, because the E1 doesn’t have a tool with a rotating brush, it has a harder time opening up the pile to do a deeper clean. If you have very little carpet or 1 or 2 rugs, the E1 is my recommendation. If you have a bit more carpet then that, but you aren’t picking up much in the way of hair, then the E2 will help keep those rugs / carpet clean. Here’s the great thing about all of this though - the E1 and the E2 can be turned into eachother later on in the future - as you can buy their attachments separately. So if you buy the E1 and say want the turbo head later on, you can do that. You just can’t add on the ET-1 electric powerhead because they don’t have the electric hose. Both vacuums are great though. Even though I kinda knocked the e2 a bit because turbo heads aren’t as heavy duty as electric powerheads, turbo heads are a great way to keep the weight down, price down, and clean carpet (as long as you don’t have too much of it) vs an electric powerhead which is more expensive and heavier to lift around. If you had a decent amount of carpet and lots of hair from pets for example on it, you would want the E3.

$1300? You overpaid.

Service kits for E series sell for $70 (US). Parquet tool is no more than $60 (US). It’s a great machine and you’ll love it for the next 20 years, but you didn’t get a good deal. TBH, it doesn’t really matter, but as a dealer, I’m almost ashamed when other dealers do this kind of thing.

For now I would say find a local dealer and get a deal on the Sebo E3 canister or if you prefer upright the Sebo Felix but test them both out at a store and see which you like better. I personally think the canister is the better option for you for bag capacity and maneuverability.

The E3 has a different hose from the K3/C3.1. The wider diameter of the taper gives it a bit of a stiffer feel near the base of the canister in my experience. It'll probably get more flexible with age (as these crushproof hoses do) and ultimately isn't a big deal to me, but I can pretty quickly tell the difference between the tapered and uniform diameter hoses when I'm using these machines.

My favorites to use would be my Numatic NBV240NX (probably the most impressive cordless machine I’ve ever used), SEBO K2 Turbo (nice long hose, excellent maneuverability), SEBO E3 (zero complaints, just a very nice vacuum), Lindhaus HF6 (hose is kinda short, but I like the powerhead and the canister maneuvers around nicely), and SEBO Felix (just fits in nicely with how I like to clean). I also get a ton of use out of my Roomba and Dyson V12, though I’d hesitate to call them my favorites. Least favorite…any of the traditional American door-to-door brands. I own around a half dozen Kirbys, Rainbows, Tristars, and Aerus Electroluxes and they all fall into that category of “oh my god I hate using this thing” after 5 seconds of vacuuming. Same with the Kenmore 31150, Miele S7, and SEBO 370 Comfort, just cause they’re so bulky and awkward compared to other uprights. I was also let down pretty hard by my Samsung Jet 75, since I thought it had underwhelming performance (even for a cordless) and awkward ergonomics. And just from a collector’s perspective, I really like my Dirt Devil MVP Swivel Glide (my first vacuum), Dirt Devil Powerlite/Housemate, Miele Art, Eureka Retro Vac, and stainless steel Hoover Constellation.

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.

Yeah UK here got the Sebo E3 for pretty cheap in the UK too It's insane that Americans are paying upwards of $1000 on vacuum cleaners though I do love mine but it's straight up not worth that kind of money

I think I agree with this for the most part. A reliable well designed canister is apparently a lot to ask for in an era where everything is a cheap cordless or a stick for almost the same price. I don't think the weight is a bad thing on stairs though. My E3 wants to fall down the stairs easily because it is so much lighter. I believe the D4 hose is long enough to park it at the bottom and/or the top and be and to clean the whole thing. Older canisters or uprights had a much shorter hose or would definitely fall off the wall if I didn't hold onto it. On scratches, I was easily able to rotary polish my scuffed used e3 to a mirror finish with no swirls. Maybe consider track/carpet clear film or clear tape to protect the top lid if you are concerned. Plastic doesn't seem to get brittle even after 20 years. My old sebo has lots of miles and still good despite the scratches.

Just bought the Sebo E3 premium and it shits on my previous Shark cordless but it’s also a lot more difficult to use

The reason I went with SEBO over Miele (after much research on this sub) is because you can easily remove the carpet brush and clean off the hair. I did it for the first time two weeks ago and it was a breeze. The Miele requires ~~you to take it in to do that and f that hassle~~ a lot more effort to clean it. It’s been almost a year with my E3 and I absolutely love it. You will need to buy an additional head if you have hardwood floors, but it’s like $80 and super worth it. My local shop gives one free service a year and I think it’s like an 8-10 year extended warranty

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.

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.

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.

Sebo canister vacuum. It’s awesome.

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.

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.

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!

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!

Sebo is most of my business so that!

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.

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.

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

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!

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.

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.

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.

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.

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

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. 

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.

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 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.

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.

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

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.

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.

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.

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

Miele canister or SEBO. Go German.

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

Love me a Sebo.

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.

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.

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.

Get a Sebo. Literally any Sebo.

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.

Sebo. The suck on it. Phowar

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

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. 

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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

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.

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

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