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"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."


"The filtration is seriously THAT GOOD. The bags are HEPA material, then there's another HEPA filter that follows that, and another HEPA filter after the motor. ... the bags are quite thick, and that extra tower filter in there that catches anything loose in the bag chamber makes a big difference in air quality... Essentially it's filtering through the equivalent of two bags vs 1. ... Speaking strictly from experience, I'm allergic to all the things and I never sneeze or get watery itchy gritty eyes when I'm using mine, which I normally always do."


"I'm not as faithful about changing those bags as I should be, and it never gets stinky on me. I use it for awful jobs like vacuuming out the truck/cars, inside the blower chamber of the furnace, dryer vents, etc, stuff I really should be using a shop vac for, and the inside of it stays remarkably *very* clean"

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"Sebo has superb customer service. ... Both companies have a real live human in the US who answers the phone!"


"a 7-10 year warranty on motor and non-wear parts. ... No other vacuum company stands behind their product the way they so (not even Miele these days.)"


"Sebo has vastly better parts support and customer service than Miele. ... Sebo will sell you any part you want and a real human answers the phone and will answer your questions."

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"I’m 58 and I won’t need another vacuum before I die."


"i bought my x4 a decade ago and it’s the most expensive thing in my home but it’s never so much as flinched. ... haven’t even maintained it (i know, i know) and it runs like the day i bought it."


"Sebo has legendary durability ... both are built to survive many years of hard daily use by janitors and hospitality staff."

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"Does fantastic with dog hair."


"the suction power is absolutely ridiculous! ... We have cats, and a big dog, and a lot of foot traffic and it really keeps up well. ... When we ripped out the last of the (very) old carpet in our house I was shocked that there was practically no dust/sand underneath - I feel like that was solid evidence that it had been doing a good job keeping up."


"put my Dyson Animal to shame."

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"Sebo has vastly better parts support and customer service than Miele. ... Sebo will sell you any part you want and a real human answers the phone and will answer your questions."


"price of replacement parts is a huge reason i recommend sebo vacuums."


"sebo is cheaper to repair/maintain"

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"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. ... Calculating that cost for two dogs is another 210 a year in bags (probably more for me)"

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"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. ... Calculating that cost for two dogs is another 210 a year in bags (probably more for me)"


"These are going to start around $600-700 unless you find one used ... That's a steep price however, and not realistic for many families."

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"If you're cleaning a lot of hardwood floors, I would not do Sebo uprights as they don't have a brushroll shutoff"

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"But they are not nearly as convenient ... less convenient"

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"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."


"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."

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Bardeous • 9 months ago

yeah not sure about that vibrating thing. Even the hoover bagless windtunnel whole house rewind is on the CRI list, and is a $170 vacuum that is very basic and doesn't do the best at picking up everything. I used to have one, and my parents dyson dc07 picked up more of what it missed, and that vacuum was out performed by my mom's new to her Sebo x4

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ComprehensiveYam • 10 months ago

Got 2 SeBo X4’s that I use in a commercial setting. Built like tanks and incredibly well designed for maintenance. Love them

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Emily_Postal • 8 months ago

I have the Sebo X4. I’ve had it for about 20 years maybe longer? It’s great. I had to replace the pedal and it was inexpensive to do and easy.

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roscopervis • 10 months ago

Nope, though I wouldn’t mind a decent bagged cordless for a low price for quick run arounds. The GTech Pro 2 is something like I’m thinking about but can’t find one anywhere currently. The Henry Quick is too expensive. I don’t need it, I have 3 Sebo’s (2 Felix’s and a X4) and a Miele S8, which is essentially the same as a C3, but they are all corded.

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Rough_Brilliant_6167 • 8 months ago

So we joke about how much this sub really loves Sebo lol, but in your case, I would say Sebo models Essential G4, Automatic X4, or the commercial equivalents which are approximately $200 cheaper, the Sebo mechanical 300 or it's American version, Windsor xp-12. These are going to start around $600-700 unless you find one used, but these are the famous hospital / hotel vacuums that you'll see all around the world. The filtration is seriously THAT GOOD. The bags are HEPA material, then there's another HEPA filter that follows that, and another HEPA filter after the motor, and the suction power is absolutely ridiculous! Built to last forever. That's a steep price however, and not realistic for many families. You'll probably have just as good of luck with this one, a Simplicity model. It uses similar material bags, is also powerful and lightweight, and is going to be adequate for most homes and allergy kids. I've used one and found it to be a really good machine. $260 https://a.co/d/3iHNxMu If I'm still out of price range, just know that you can get HEPA media bags and filters for pretty much all bagged vacuums these days. The main idea isn't the cost of the machine, it's that the bag catches all those tiny micron particles and seals them in there. As long as you change them often, they are going to do their job well 👍.

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cmahly • 7 months ago

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)

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MPipoly • 10 months ago

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.

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ConBroMitch2247 • 5 months ago

Check out Sebo. Their uprights are excellent.

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ConBroMitch2247 • 10 months ago

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

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dom41n • 4 months ago

V11 and later versions of their cordless perform ok for thick carpets. You have to open the front gates to relieve pressure. If you have a lot of carpet, you have to learn to stop cleaning your entire home in one go. If you really want a Dyson, I would personally only get the Ball Animal 3 for your thick carpets. It also works really well for hard floors. You should watch Vacuum War's review on it to see if it fits your needs. DO NOT get any other version of Dyson uprights, they are horrible and only work on very specific types of carpets. Otherwise, a Sebo upright is my next recommendation if you don't mind bagged.

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jhannah69 • 8 months ago

SEBO for upright. Miele for canister. Miele has slightly better filtration than SEBO but I personally prefer SEBO canisters and uprights due to better warranty and cost of ownership

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r_doood • 6 months ago

If you're cleaning a lot of hardwood floors, I would not do Sebo uprights as they don't have a brushroll shutoff Electric brooms like the Sebo Felix/Dart, Lindhaus Valzer, Healthcare Pro can fit both the hard floor tools and motorized brushrolls from Sebo/Lindhaus Uprights like the Lindhaus Diamante have 2 motors and the brushroll can be turned off for hard floors. Not ideal if hardfloors are your main surface For canisters, Sebo D9 (the commercial version of the D4) and Lindhaus HF6 would be good options for doing it all. They have the electric brushrolls, huge bag capacity, commercial warranties, and long cords

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883Max • 10 months ago

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!

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Alert_Elderberry3938 • 5 months ago

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

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Antipheer1 • 10 months ago

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

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chikachu99669 • 10 months ago

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.

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hurtscience • 8 months ago

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.

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Kimmy0721 • 4 months ago

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.

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Leviathan0412 • 10 months ago

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

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MadCybertist • 9 months ago

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

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Maine302 • 9 months ago

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.

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MellyP5674 • 5 months ago

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

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No_Goose_2846 • 9 months ago

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.

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notarealaccount223 • 12 months ago

Don't go by the pricing on the Sebo website. The only reason I ended up getting one is because the pricing was much less from a local dealer.

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Old_Man_Smell • 12 months ago

Sebo, Henry, Miele, Lindhaus all make BIFL level machines. They're expensive, but 20+ years of service is common with these brands. Sebo machines even come with a 10 year warranty when you get them from a dealer. Can't go wrong with anything from these brands. Go to a brick and mortar vacuum store and avoid big box store brands like Shark and Dyson.

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petuniapie7 • 12 months ago

I have had my Sebo for 20+ years and still going strong. Take it in every few years for a tune up!

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Rootin-Tootin-Newton • 10 months ago

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.

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sidhescreams • 4 months ago

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.

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SoulsticeCleaner • 8 months 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.

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spookyspicy • 8 months ago

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

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staysour • 8 months ago

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.

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Successful-Crazy-126 • 12 months ago

Sebo are bullet proof, great for pethair

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tdiz10 • 12 months ago

I have a Kirby and a sebo both are bullet proof but I love my sebo if a vacuum can be considered refined it a sebo

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Traditional-Job-411 • 7 months ago

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.

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Twistedcolossusfan • 10 months ago

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.

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txpeppermintpatti • 6 months ago

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.

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Vacman1958 • 11 months ago

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

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Xi_32 • 8 months ago

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.

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yugjet • 10 months ago

My Sebo has been going without problems for 20 years now

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