I got the Sebo Balance A1, blue version. For stone floors occasional rugs, 2 dogs 1 cat, 1 keen gardener. Very light but solid, easy to use.This is the UK link https://sebo.co.uk/sebo-balance-a1-blue.html
The A1 is Magenta, Blue or Grey. Blue is the middle price and as far as I can see has the same accessories as Grey but Grey has a different stand. Magenta has fewer accessories.
That might do for you. I got a similar vac, a Titan fron Screwfix and have been very pleased with it. It's very noisy, as it's shop and not domestic. I bought it for dealing with various bits of dust and rubbleand ash, kept it as a general downstairs vac for floors that are brick and stone with rugs. Upstairs we have carpet and pets and I have a Sebo, but that's partly because I'm not prepared to lug the Titan up and down stairs, I need a vac on each floor. I've only used it once as a wet vac but it was very effective at that too.
https://www.screwfix.com/p/titan-ttb774vac-1300w-16ltr-wet-dry-vacuum-220-240v/826kh
I just got the SEBO Balance A1 and I am returning it because in the operating manual- SEBO says after the first charge to 100%, it should only be charged to a range of 50? - to a max of 80% for better battery life. Monitoring the battery charge amount is not in the cards for me. Other than that, it's great.
Everybody talks crap about Shark, but the newer models are nice. I had an older one that I disliked. But since I bought a cordless one for $75 on sale, I rarely use my Sebo. It’s convenient and gets the job done. The canister is bulky and a pain to lug around. Cheaper vacs like Shark don’t have good warranties nor do they last forever, but they work well enough and the convenience of cordless is just so nice.
Get a Sebo, the brushroll snaps out with the push of a button. It makes it super easy to clean hair off it. Plus they come with a 10 year warranty if you buy from an authorized dealer.
Sebo Balance A1 if you want a battery operated vacuum. It's very light, and has a light. I wouldn't suggest bashing it around like you maybe could with a plug in, but it's made to be serviced, and parts are easy to get.
Miele Guard L1 AllFloor if you want plug in. There's no light because there's no powerhead, but if you have mostly hardfloor, you wouldn't need a powerhead on a vacuum like that - the airflow is top notch.
Avoid Dyson, Shark, Bissel, Hoover if you want something built well. They use cheap plastics, disposable design, limited replacement parts.... just throw away items.
Plug in means more power, less maintenance (bagged), and longer lasting unit.
Battery means more convenience, but is typically bagless so more emptying.
Plug in is not "heavier". The L1 has less weight in your wrist than any battery stick vacuum. It also moves ridiculously well. It will move better than any canister vacuum you've previously owned (if you have owned one before).
Sebo and Miele make serviceable, well built vacuums.
Miele DuoFlex is just hands down the most solid cordless quick pick up style vacuum. So that’s my choice. Sebo Balance A1 is a fanatic light weight option. The Riccar R65 offers a lot of features at a very respectable price. All 3 are serviceable.
That's awesome! I'm sure they'll be great! Totally feel welcome to let me know if you have any questions as well or if you need anything clarified. Sebo also has a stick vac now and its a great lightweight option.
The Riccar R65 is a bit heavier than the Sebo, but has a bit more power. If you have really flat carpet, or thin + low density rugs, you'd want the riccar due to the type of powerhead that it has.
The Miele DuoFlex is a but heavier than the Riccar, but is the most solid stick vac. The miele powerhead is very versatile.
The Sebo Balance A1 is the lightest of the 3, bit is still very respectable build quality wise. If you have shag rugs, or thick carpet / rugs, the Sebo will push a bit easier than the riccar.
It really comes down to personal preference as well. They are all great.
Watch for how the vacuum exhausts if you’re getting a new one. The exhaust should be straight up, away from the floor. Not blowing right out the back or side against the floor, which blows the dust up in the air.
Also, the hepa rating is not enough. There’s multiple levels of hepa, and just because a vacuum says it’s hepa, it doesn’t mean it’s an actual sealed system. I’ve tested plenty of “hepa” vacuums, just to find out they aren’t really hepa.
Miele’s C3 / Guard Series are properly sealed vacuums. Add on an H13 hepa filter, and you truly have the best of the best.
Sebo is another fantastic option - I’m very allergic to dust and it works awesome for myself. The airbelt even disperses the exhaust, so it helps the dust in the air settle, and doesn’t disrupt the dust on the floor.
Anyone, and I will state this firmly, that says anything against Miele or Sebo as far as filtration, truly has not a clue what they are talking about, respectfully. Brands like Kenmore, Shark, Dyson, have no business being in the same conversation when it comes to filtration - they are without question worse.
Edit: I will also add on, Miele and Sebo are Quiet vacuums.
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