SEBO - DART

My recomendations would be to get a compact bagged canister vacuums. they are very light weight, easy to use and have far better suction than any of the stick vacuums. If you really want something similar to a stick vacuum, get a sebo dart, or sebo felix, or miele upright. U wont miss with both of these brands.

Not sure how to update the post, but ended up going with the Sebo Dart for $396! Thanks everybody.

With Sebo I’ll just say, if one wants an upright, spend the extra and get the Felix over the Dart. I got a dart and have spent more than the difference on the parts that come with the Felix. For the time the vacuum will last, the difference is worth it. 

I get what you mean. In my store we have vacuums that range from $250-1200. Most of the time I recommend the Sebo Dart at $650 and most people are okay at the price point with the features it has and the build quality. Spending $650 on anything is a big chunk of change but its guaranteed for 10 years by Sebo from a dealership so you have comfort in knowing your investment is well worth it.

I agree that there are some brands that are wickedly expensive and not worth the price of entry. I do think that the Miele C1 for $279 is the steal of the century and it has a 5yr warranty (I think). Buying a SEBO Dart for $500 might seem like a lot, but with a 10 year warranty (which is the minimum I think a vacuum would last from this company) means that you’ve only paid $50/yr for the vacuum. However, if you just cannot fathom or are unable to think about such a purchase right now or in the immediate future Sanitaire is a great brand with semi- and fully-commercial offerings.

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

If you have a meaningful amount of carpet and it’s anything higher than a low-medium pile you’re gonna need to spend a bit more to get a “long term” vacuum. Look into the Sebo E3/K3. You more than likely need something with an electric powerhead. If your carpet is extremely low pile you can get away with an E2/K2 with a turbo brush. If your budget was 300 I doubt you’re willing to more than double that, so my advice is to look into the Kenmore Intuition or Kenmore Pop & Go. They should last you at least 3-4 years, hopefully more if you take care of them.

In that case look into the Sebo Dart. It’s a more traditional upright and is great for carpet. It also has a brushroll shutoff for your hardwood floors. A little more expensive than your budget, but not as expensive as the E3. It will also last you a long long long time. The justification I make to myself is, if I spend 200+ on a vacuum every 2-3 years, that adds up over a 10-15 year period. If I spend 5 or 6 hundred once on a Felix, I very well may never need to spend money on a new machine again (with proper care and maintenance)

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

Sebo E3 if you have carpet. If you prefer an upright, get a a Sebo Felix/Dart but the E3 is more versatile IMO

Basically doesn’t exist according to your specifications. Anti-tangle brushrolls don’t work and are a marketing gimmick and bagless vacuums don’t last long. A decent long lasting vacuum is going to be bagged, corded and fairly expensive. Look at Sebo uprights, Riccar R25, etc. Something cheaper, look at something like the Kenmore Elite

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

Good place to start is SEBO Felix and Dart. I’m also A fan of the oreck power team: an oreck elevate series upright and a compact canister. Less expensive options that work well for small spaces and are more affordable: kenmore Intuition. It’s bagged, and does well on hard floor and carpet. Unfortunately there aren’t tons of bagged options that are compact and upright. Plenty of canisters though.

Sebo dart, without a doubt!

A few reasons: 1) Dyson is bagless. Bagless vacuums don’t have the suction, filtration or lifespan of a bagged vacuum. Plus they require constant cleaning and messing with filters etc. A bagged vacuum performs much better and only requires a bag change every ~3 months or so and filter changes annually. That’s it. 2) Take a look at r/dyson the company as a whole is currently in a nosedive. Customers are literally being extorted, lied to and ripped off. Customer service is non-existent 3) Dyson was never really that great. Maybe back with their first uprights they were decent. But they’ve always made lackluster, brittle machines (take a look around this sub, they don’t get much love) For your budget and flooring: Kenmore 600 series pop and go or Kenmore Elite if you prefer an upright. If you can stretch slightly a Sebo dart is an excellent BIFL-level option.

Sharks and Dysons are for houses that hate money and love throwing it away. I’d avoid cordless (at least for your primary vacuum). Depending on your definition of mid-level is, check out a Sebo dart. It will last 20+ years. IMO it’s worth the price of admission. Cordless sticks (LG A9 etc.) serve a purpose for quick daily messes. But for whole house weekly deep cleaning you’ll want corded/bagged like the above Sebo.

No, not any more at least. And they’re designed to be obsolete within a few years and purposely don’t sell parts. IMO avoid at all costs. A carpet vacuum like a Sebo dart runs about $550 and will last you a couple of decades.

Look to corded and bagged. They’re the gold standard. If you prefer an upright a Sebo dart or Felix is excellent. So is a Sebo K3 or E3 or Miele C1 cat and dog. All of these are at the top end of your budget and beyond. But if you want something that will last years and years (decade or two) these are well worth the price. IMO your best bet is to find a local Miele/Sebo dealer and take the above for a test drive before you buy.

None. That Miele is great but only for hard flooring. The shark and Dyson are junk. If you can stretch to ~$400 a Sebo dart is excellent and on sale until Tuesday I believe at your local Sebo dealer. If not, Kenmore 600 series pop and go

Holy moly. Thats an amazing price on the dart!

By design bagged vacuums last longer and filter better. A bunch of screens and filters on bagless vacuums get clogged, kill airflow and cause the motor to stress and prematurely die. Also bagged vacuums lose very little suction over the life of the bag (3 months or so). You won’t go through nearly as many bags as you’d think. And ordering bags isn’t too bad of a hassle if a) you leave a post it on your last bag as a reminder to order more b) you have a local store c) set up reoccurring purchases to be auto-delivered. If you’re looking for longevity bagged is absolutely the way to go. Since an upright is preferred - A Sebo dart is ~$550 or so and will last you roughly 20 years with proper maintenance. The side carry handle is nice for going up stairs with and has a hose with dusting attachments as well. If you have a local Sebo dealer stop in and take it for a test drive!

Yes absolutely corded and bagged is the way to go. Sebo dart is a great option especially if being too rough is a concern as it has an optional “soft” brushroll you can swap out easily.

Check out Sebo. Their uprights are excellent.

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

Sebo dart is on budget - it’s on sale (today is the last day) at your local Sebo dealer. If the carpeting is still bogging down the dart (unlikely) they make a green “soft” brushroll for that purpose as well. Try it with the regular one first though.

Simplicity allergy, Kenmore elite upright, Sebo dart. If you can flex your budget the dart is an excellent option.

Honestly both of those are not great options. Take a look around the sub. Dyson and Shark are generally bad vacuums with flashy marketing and 0 longevity or cleaning ability. Sebo dart should be at the top of your list. See if you have a local Sebo dealer and take it for a test drive. Even with a high shedding dog you won’t go through bags nearly as quick as you might think. Bagged machines **compress** the fur. Where as bagless fluffs it up.

It should be $549 but worth every penny of the 10% overage. For your flooring I really wouldn’t recommend much else. It’s a BIFL workhorse that should last you 20+ years with proper care.

Definitely don’t get another Dyson. Check out a Sebo dart or Miele C1 cat and dog. Both are excellent. If you can stretch your budget, Sebo k3 or Felix

Does not exist. Regardless of what marketing departments try to sell us - What you’re looking for is 3 separate pieces of equipment. 1) Dry, corded and bagged primary vacuum for weekly deep clean: Miele C1 Cat and Dog, Miele C3 Homecare, Sebo K3, dart/felix, e3 2) Cordless/bagless stick for quick daily messes: LG A9 or Bissell airram 3) The gold standard for wet cleaning: A good old mop and bucket. The combo machines are a joke and will be in the trash within a year or two. Put the blinders on, ignore the marketing hype, go with what is tried and true.

Sebo dart for sure.

Definitely the Sebo dart then. It’s excellent and should last you 20+ years. Find a local Sebo dealer and take it for a test drive. It’s bagged. Which means almost 0 maintenance compared to shitty bagless vacs we all are used too. Empty the bag when it’s full every 2-3 months and replace the motor filters annually. Thats it.

Sebo dart without question.

Around your budget: Simplicity allergy However, if you can splurge a Sebo dart is excellent. The brushroll pops out on 2 seconds with no tools for easier hair removal.

Fwiw that vacuum will last you 20 years most likely. Yes it’s a lot upfront. But it’s worth it in the long run imo. I learned this the hard way after burning through 2 sharks and 2 Dysons over the course of ~6 years and well over $1k. Also “self cleaning” or “anti-tangle” is mostly marketing garbage. The simplicity is still a great unit for the price. See if you have a local dealer that sells simplicity. You can take it for a test drive first before buying.

No - Dysons are a sad shell of what they used to be. And it seems like you got very lucky with yours. If you want another upright that will last as long, grab a Sebo dart or Felix.

If it’s very low pile carpeting **maybe** (think commercial carpeting). If it’s standard house plush carpeting, no it won’t cut it. ideally you would want an electric powerhead. You could do a simplicity allergy or Sebo dart if budget allows.

Agreed with the other commenter, a Sebo Dart is worth a splurge. Short of that, Kenmore elite or Simplicity allergy.

Absolutely. Dyson is junk. For not much more you could have a BIFL Sebo dart.

Sharks have definitely gone down hill. You’ll be lucky to get 5 years out of a new one. Think of it this way, a bagged will perform better and last longer than any bagless. Depending on the model you’ll only go through 3-5 bags per year. Thats a small price to pay for a vacuum that won’t end up in a landfill like a modern bagless. Imo if you can swing the extra ~$150 a Sebo dart would be excellent and last you many decades.

Dysons are disliked around here for a few reasons 1) Because they have had a monumental fall from grace, check out some horror stories on r/dyson. Literal extortion and stealing from their customer service team. Not to mention the quality of products has also taken a nosedive in the last ~3-5 years or so 2) Not specific to Dyson but cordless/bagless vacuums in general were never intended for whole home cleaning. Really just quick spot messes and pickups. 3) They’re not designed to last, in fact the opposite. Planned obsolescence plays a heavy hand in Dyson’s business model. When something breaks, the entire unit goes in the trash. They don’t support with parts anymore. 4) For what they are and how they perform, they just **cost too damn much**. Ideally you’ll want a corded and bagged primary vacuum for weekly deep cleans. Then a cordless/bagless stick for quick daily messes. I’d check out a Sebo dart or Miele C1 cat and dog for your primary vacuum. Both of these will last you around 20 years with proper care. Plus if something breaks you can actually fix it. I also think you’ll notice a big difference in allergies with a bagged machine. Emptying the Dyson re-releases millions of particles back into the air (if the gaskets aren’t already leaking). Keep your current Dyson for quick messes if it’s still usable.

If you prefer an upright - Sebo dart. If you’re open to a canister (ideal for your flooring imo) - Kenmore 600 series pop and go. Or Miele C1 cat and dog.

If you can bump your budget - a Sebo dart would be fantastic. Otherwise. Kenmore 600 series or Kenmore intuition BU4050. You want something corded **and bagged**

If you prefer an upright - Sebo dart. If you like a canister style - Kenmore 600 series or if you can stretch your budget a Sebo K3 or Miele C1 cat and dog.

For that budget grab a Sebo dart or Miele C1 Cat and Dog and don’t think twice. Both are excellent options it just depends on your form factor preference.

1 vacuum can definitely handle all flooring types. It’s going to be corded and bagged. Check out: Miele C1 cat and dog, Miele C3 Homecare, Sebo K3/E3/dart/felix IMO find a local Miele/Sebo dealer and take the above for a test drive. Depending on which model you pick, you’d have enough budget for a quick daily mess cordless vacuum and keep the corded vac for weekly deep cleans. That’s the best setup imo.

Check out r/vacuumcleaners As mentioned Miele and Sebo are top brands. You can safely ignore any shark or Dyson recs. They’re garbage. As is anything bagless.

Vacuum wars is a paid shark shill and not to be trusted. Hell Chris even appeared in a shark commercial. BIFL vacuums absolutely exist. They’re corded and bagged made by brands like Miele and Sebo.

The best do it all vacuum in that budget is a Sebo Dart.

For one that lasts and carpet focused - Sebo Dart

Probably not available through Lowe’s. But the Miele C1 Cat and Dog routinely goes on sale for around your top budget and checks all your boxes. That would be my pick for sure. If you prefer an upright, Sebo dart which is right on budget too. Keep the cordless stick for quick daily messes. Use the corded/bagged machine for weekly deep cleans.

Oh nice I didn’t know Lowe’s sold them. Yes that model. The bad reviews on lowes’ website have no text so I’ll assume they’re fake/not legit. Take a look around this sub, it’s an excellent machine. A lot of the negative reviews on Amazon for this model are complaining about the canister form factor, not the vacuums itself. For mostly hard floor a canister is ideal, but if you prefer an upright check out the Sebo’s.

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

You’re in good company with the shark hate. They suck (poorly) Imo if you can swing the extra budget should grab a Sebo dart. It’s an exceptional vacuum.

Agreed with the other commenter. Skip bagless they are all junk. Sebo dart is my favorite it’s ~$550 or so and will last you 20 years or so. Well worth it.

The Sebo Dart is a great vacuum, that said, I find it’s easier to do stairs with a canister. The Kenmore 700/800 series are a great canister that should last a good amount of time.

Going off your requirements including 80% carpet 20% hard floors, 2 cats, reliable and easy to repair: you’re looking at $550+. So Sebo Dart or Felix if you want an upright or Miele canister.

Once you get used to it, you’ll love a canister. The Sebo e3 is excellent if you can stretch your budget a little. If not, the Felix or dart are great choices for upright and if you buy from a dealer, you get a 10 year warranty. 

I feel like for best all-around what I would recommend to anyone is the Sebo Dart/Felix.

Buy a Sebo Dart or K3. Both under $900 and last forever.

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

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.

My vote goes to SEBO E3 Premium or the SEBO Felix / Dart models. SEBO is built to a higher standard than your average vacuum and when purchased from an authorized dealer it will have a 10 year warranty.

Because you’re accustomed to uprights take a look at the SEBO Felix or Dart. I prefer SEBO because of their warranty of 10 yrs when purchased from an authorized dealer.

The Felix is the higher end machine which includes variable suction, swivel floor head and a premium parquet hard floor head. Either machine will be far superior to any cordless vac

Just switched from a Dyson to Sebo Dart a week ago and just wow, incredible machine. Do not pick Dyson

For under 300 the kenmore bu4050 is a decent bagged machine which should be a bit better than the Bissell. Then if you dont have bad allergies when emptying canisters the dyson ball animal 3 would be an alternative. Moving up the chain, theres the sebo dart which is just a little over budget that comes with the et-1 head, its bagged but has really good filtration. If you'd like a canister, both miele and sebo have wonderful machines, but they will go above budget and electric power heads make cleaning carpet convenient. Alternatives like the simplicity s20 and some riccar uprights are also some ive seen recommended. As for the bagged vs bagless debate, bagged machines compact hair and dust, where cyclonic canisters "fluff" it up as it spins. A good bagged machine with a lot of hair should last 2+ months until the bag becomes dense. The sub really likes bagged, and I agree with many of the benefits, but at the end of the day its all based on what you'd like using most ☺️

I bought a Dart based on the recommendations in this group and absolutely love it. We have 3 indoor cats and a husky and it is amazing at getting up pet hair. 10/10 recommend!

I was in the shark cycle for years. Oh this new 250$ vacuum is amazing, slowly gets worse. Kept changing filters and cleaning the things. They kept failing. Got a sebo dart, literally been night and day difference. The monthly disassembly and cleaning is like annual now. Literally changed the cleanliness of my cat/dog/kid house

I bought an E3 from an authorized dealer and paid retail, although, he gave me a box that had 4 bags and 2 filters. If I walked into an authorized dealer, I’d expect to pay retail ($749) for a Felix, unless they offer a floor model at a discount. The Sebo Dart has a retail price of $599 but can often be found for $549.

i have a SEBO dart that i absolutely love

I really like my Sebo Dart, but it could just be the sunk cost fallacy talking, that thing was expensive.

I wouldn’t go cordless with your amount of carpeting. Over time, it won’t get the carpets clean. If you want one machine, something like a SEBO Dart or Kenmore BU4050 would be nimble enough to get into your space and clean your carpet and hard floors with well. Otherwise, pair the Dyson V8 with something like a Riccar Supralite or an Oreck, using the upright for deep cleaning and the V8 for touch ups.

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.

SEBO Dart is an excellent choice. If you anticipate hard flooring in your future, the SEBO Felix would be more future proof and offers a nicer feature set over the Dart (at a cost of course). As for cheaper options I love the Simplicity Allergy or Kenmore Elite 31150.

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.

Vacuums require maintenance. A Dart or any other vacuum is going to need to have hair, thread, etc. removed from the brush roll. With Sebo you can remove the brush roll without the use of any tools which makes maintenance easier. But a Dart is a great vacuum for your flooring and they are cheaper if you buy them in store from an authorized dealer.

SEBO is better in this instance, I would argue. Because they're cheaper to maintain and repair, and their company motto is to make vacuums that last 15+ years....but a SEBO kombi or SEBO Dart is going to be $550 which is not sub-$500

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

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

The C3 in the UK does not have a powered brushroll. Nor does the Henry and his cousins. They do have turbobrushes, which may or may not do a good enough job on your carpet. They do tend to tangle quite easily if you have long hair or pets The best BIFL option would be a Sebo Dart or Felix if you prefer uprights and/or lower cost. The K3 and E3 would be the better option for mixed flooring and if you like the canister format Bagged vacuums don't require that many bags. Probably 2-4 bags a year depending on the size of your apartment and cleaning requirements. They really compact the dust and feel like little firm pillows when totally full. This is unlike a bagless vacuum that fluffs up the dust in the dust compartment. Additionally, bagless vacuums have consumeables in the form of filters as well

Go to the closest Sebo dealer if you have one and test 1) sebo dart or felix because you might not be familiar with uprights 2) sebo k2 ($350-$400) 3) sebo e1/e2 ($550/$650) Last two are canisters. I would highly recommend the e1/e2. You just missed a huge sale that ended last weekend. You can ask the dealer about upcoming deals. All of the above have a 10 year warranty

There's probably a bit more wrong with a Dyson that age .Have you changed the clutch in the past 2 years? You've had a really good run I wouldn't put any more money into a machine like that. The rest of the plastic is just as brittle. If you're looking for something that's going to last another 20 years you should definitely look to a different brand. Dyson states that their current machines should last 5 years for plug in machines& 2-4 years for cordless. The SEBO Dart will serve you well. More on that. https://youtu.be/MIk727aK6Kc

I have the SEBO Dart. I love it, and didn't want the swivel head on the Felix, so saved a buck there.

Agree with everyone saying SEBO, biggest reasons being top quality, easy to clean, and very strong. The best tool for pet hair, especially on floors is the premium parquet tool which is included with the Felix (~$700). The dart is the simpler version ~$500 and you can buy the tool separately. All of their products come with a 10 year warranty if you buy in store

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

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

$600 is a sizable budget. I always recommend people check for used SEBOsor Mieles in their area if you're comfortable with secondhand things. Otherwise SEBO Dart is a great vacuum at ~$500

Someone recommended the Miele C3 but the one they recommended isn't made for carpet. The ones that a lot are made for carpet are a lot more expensive. If you want buy it for life quality at the lowest entry point, a SEBO Dart is about $500. SEBOs are often recommended here because they are easy to repair but it's rarely needed. They are a commercial company designing vacuums to last 15-20 years. Check Marketplace if you don't mind buying used.

I have that Shark Stratos. I bought it before I knew better. It's okay but if I were you I would go with the Kenmore 600 or Sebo Dart. Bagless vacuums are NOT as good as bagged ones.

If you prefer an upright, I think you would be happier with the Dart. Plus you can get an AWESOME deal on it right now and it has an incredible warranty. You may never need to buy another vacuum. Personally, I prefer canisters so I would probably get the Kenmore 600. One day I want to get the Sebo E3.

Stay away from both shark and Dyson if you love your money. If you hate your money, go for them. Both are filled with gimmicks. The anti-tangle thing with the combs on the roller is a gimmick. There’s a reason why higher-end vacuums don’t have those. And how can you say that the SEBO dart gets hair tangled in it when you haven’t used it yet? That vacuum will easily last 15 years. The shark and Dyson will easily last you 2 to 3 years maximum before they need to be replaced.

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

Sadly no. It doesn’t come with a power head. I’d recommend looking at c1 cat and dog if you can extend budget a tad or a kenmore canister with a power head. Or a sebo Dart would also work really well.

The Hepa exhaust filter is a Hepa filter placed after the motor. It’s the final filtration and it also catches carbon dust from the motor. Rarely a few vacuums have the Hepa filter before the motor and some only have a basic filter after the motor. All 3 I listed have a good exhaust filter/post motor filter. The Kenmore Elite is a good budget choice. There’s the Riccar R25S that’s a decent choice but they start at $499 and at that price the Sebo Dart $550 is a much better vacuum.

All Sebos have S-Class filters which are really good and nearly Hepa. The Sebo Dart and Felix do not have Hepa filters. There are a few Sebo models, such as the K3 and X7, that have optional Hepa filters.

Target, Walmart, Best Buy, and Home Depot usually don't have any quality vacuums in-store. I think it's well worth waiting a few days for a much better vacuum to be delivered. Around $300 I'd choose the [Kenmore BC3005/400 Series Canister](https://www.amazon.com/Kenmore-Friendly-Lightweight-Telescoping-Retractable/dp/B08M36B5JZ/ref=sr_1_4?crid=1LIN73WN60Q7U&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.8ewF-JMcxGUJ0_bJKD7ZQawRw6pGpO5OqeApeQnrzJVixousGI7XFMmJYWgqPSMdOfLQVxtKW8mvL7fqqWDuU0OxsMALT5P9LSR7Kj7TwLJ6y02PCX-1rOub2dkSuAFrWKxtyNqwBnMBkLHpNHeS74DFEgjiTjwmJtv6tLH5Z9cIKfVJcD6kkFBUVjukEGxJCgp01yAPyB3iAnMIc-p48IZiKIYck6Fy_2yxe3qOtt0.oaUnR4UjlFHOP9LBRtFDoHqx5BK8KC8OrxgAOOr-MgI&dib_tag=se&keywords=kenmore%2Bvacuum&qid=1739653359&sprefix=kenmore%2Bvacuum%2Caps%2C209&sr=8-4&ufe=app_do%3Aamzn1.fos.5998aa40-ec6f-4947-a68f-cd087fee0848&th=1) $248 or the [Kenmore Elite Upright](https://www.amazon.com/Kenmore-Allergy-Friendly-Beltless-Upright/dp/B075DZY7FR/ref=sr_1_9?crid=1LIN73WN60Q7U&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.8ewF-JMcxGUJ0_bJKD7ZQawRw6pGpO5OqeApeQnrzJVixousGI7XFMmJYWgqPSMdOfLQVxtKW8mvL7fqqWDuU0OxsMALT5P9LSR7Kj7TwLJ6y02PCX-1rOub2dkSuAFrWKxtyNqwBnMBkLHpNHeS74DFEgjiTjwmJtv6tLH5Z9cIKfVJcD6kkFBUVjukEGxJCgp01yAPyB3iAnMIc-p48IZiKIYck6Fy_2yxe3qOtt0.oaUnR4UjlFHOP9LBRtFDoHqx5BK8KC8OrxgAOOr-MgI&dib_tag=se&keywords=kenmore%2Bvacuum&qid=1739653359&sprefix=kenmore%2Bvacuum%2Caps%2C209&sr=8-9&ufe=app_do%3Aamzn1.fos.5998aa40-ec6f-4947-a68f-cd087fee0848&th=1) $279. Both have carpet height adjustment and brushroll shutoff so they can do both hard floors and carpets and rugs. The Kenmore BC3005 has a longer flexible hose and will have a very lightweight hard floor brush, but some people dislike how canisters move. The Kenmore Elite is a very good carpet cleaner and it's not too heavy to push, but it's very heavy to lift up. Kenmore makes affordable bagged vacuums that should last around 5+ years. If you want a BIFL vacuum I'd check out the [Sebo Dart](https://sebo.us/product/dart) MSRP $599 (usually on sale $549). The Sebo Dart is a very well built vacuum. It's powerful and quieter than the average vacuum. But it's top heavy and the hose is short.

What's your budget? For a mix of hard floors and carpet you'll want a vacuum with a spinning brushroll for the carpets and brushroll shutoff or a hard floor brush for the wood. Hepa bags are better filters and bagged vacuums last longer. Riccar R25 Standard $500 and Riccar R25 Deluxe $600 are uprights that can do carpet and hard floors and the hose is pretty long. Sebo Dart $550 and Sebo Felix $700 are really durable and long lasting upright vacuums. The Dart is capable the Felix adds swivel steering and the Premium Parquet Brush. Sebos come with a 10-year warranty from authorized dealers. Miele Classic C1 Cat & Dog $631 are a very high quality and quiet canister vacuum with a powerhead and hard floor brush. Zero G $679 is another very good canister vacuum that hovers on its own exhaust. It comes with a ton of accessories. Among these the Sebo Dart and Sebo Felix are very easy to use and the most durable and repairable. There are cheaper vacuums like the Kenmore 31140 Elite $250 and Kenmore 600 Series Canister $330 that are very capable on carpets. They're not as manueverable on hard floors and they won't last as long as any of the four above choices. Under $200 vacuums last 2-3 years. Cordless vacuums have batteries that wear out in a couple years even from expensive brands. What do you think?

Since you have mostly carpets it doesn't make sense to keep the Miele C1 Turbo which is for mostly hard floors and minimal rugs. If you want to be able to clean both carpets and hard floors the vacuum needs a powerhead for carpets and brushroll shutoff or a hard floor brush for hard floors. Low price option is the Kenmore 31140/Elite Upright $250. Strong suction, carpet height adjustment, and brushroll shutoff. Downsides are that it's heavy and you need a screwdriver to get to the brushroll to remove hair. Mid price option: Sebo Dart/Sebo Felix $549/$699. These are very durable upright vacuums with carpet height adjustment and brushroll shutoff. The Felix adds swivel steering on the carpet powerhead and a dedicated hard floor brush that also swivels. Downsides are a short hose and they're kinda top heavy. High price options: Sebo K3 $849 and Sebo E3 $1049. These are very durable canister vacuums with carpet powerheads and dedicated hard floor brushes. Canister vacuums have long flexible hoses that you don't have to stretch out like on an upright. Downsides are the higher price and some people don't like how they move. The Sebos are very durable, easy to repair, and their brushroll pops out without any tools for faster cleaning.

You are correct that Sharks break quickly and then they aren't repairable. Some people get lucky and their Sharks last a while but when those break they are still unrepairable. Bissell has a lot of bagless vacuums that aren't any better than Shark except Bisell sells replacement belts and brushrolls. Then Bissell has some bagged and commercial vacuums that are better but many don't have brushroll shutoff until you get to some of the more expensive ones. For carpet and tile you want a spinning brushrol with the ability to turn it off. The Simplicity Allergy Upright S20EZM $250-280 comes to mind, it will be good on carpets but the brushroll doesn't shutoff so it's isn't the best for hard floors. The Kenmore Elite Upright $250-300 is a powerful upright for carpets with brushroll shutoff for hard floors, but it's a heavier vacuum. The Lavex 15" Dual Motor Upright $269 is a ProTeam ProForce XP1500 clone. The Lavex is a commercial upright vacuum with a carpet powerhead and brushroll shutoff for hard floors. The long cord is nice but a 50 ft. cord can get heavy. It's a pigtail connection so you could swap a shorter 30 ft. extension cord on it to lighten the vacuum. I hear they don't last as long as a ProTeam but it's also half the cost. The Prolux 9000 Upright $324 is a little over but also a tempting option. It's a durable upright with brushroll shutoff. Nothing really ground breaking. Ideally I'd want a Sebo Dart $549 but they are more expensive. They're a great option if you want the longest lasting, easy to repair, and popout brushroll for easy hair removal. What do you think?

No problem, there’s a lot of confusing Miele names. The C3 Excellence is good for hard floors and regular carpets/rugs but it has a smaller powerhead that can get clogged up by long hair. It also doesn’t have carpet height adjustment so it’s not good for high pile or plush carpets. It is wired so you can add a different carpet powerhead. For the same price you can get a Sebo Felix if you prefer an upright vacuum.

I've learned that I prefer to buy a quality tool as soon as I can afford it so I can enjoy using it longer. Definitely get a replacement battery for your Dyson because a cordless vacuum is still very convenient. I'm a bit hesitant to recommend the Miele C3 Excellence because with its included powerhead, it won't do as well on higher pile rugs/carpets, and it isn't good with long hair. Miele has discontinuing the C1 and C3 Series and has replaced them with the Guard S1, M1, & L1 and the prices have increased. Parts for the C3 Series should be easily available for many years to come. If you are used to an upright check out the Sebo Felix Dart and Sebo Felix Premium $549/699 CAD. They have a wider carpet powerhead than the C3 Excellence and they have carpet height adjustment. They both can clean carpets and hard floors. The Felix Premium adds swivel steering and comes with an additional dedicated hard floor brush. They are kinda top heavy and have a short built-in hose. If you want a canister vacuum with more floor flexibility than the C3 Excellence, check out the Sebo K3 Premium $899 and Sebo E3 Premium $999. They have the same full-size powerhead as the Sebo Felix. They are more expensive than the Felix because of the extra parts required. If you can find a Sebo Dealer, try all of these vacuums in person.

I love Sebo vacuums, they're very durable and then super easy to repair when needed. Sebo doesn't own Karcher but they do make all of their commercial carpet vacuums. As much as I like the longer cords on the Karcher versions none of their upright vacuums have brushroll shutoff so they aren't good for hard floors. So I think you should look at the Sebo Dart. It's a great upright vacuum like your Sebo Felix but without swivel steering and suction control. The Dart will be able to do carpets, it has carpet height adjustment, and brushroll shutoff for the hard floors. The hose and 2 tools will be nice too for getting into crevices when needed. If you wanted one of the Karcher uprights I really like the [Sensor S12](https://www.kaercher.com/us/commercial/vacuum-cleaners/upright/sensor-r-s12-10126150.html) and [Sensor S2 12 Hepa](https://www.kaercher.com/us/commercial/vacuum-cleaners/upright/sensor-r-s2-12-hepa-120v-10120700.html). Both are great for carpets and very durable but both lack brushroll shutoff so I would not use them on any hard floors. I wouldn't want your company to be accused of scratching anyone's hard floors. That means you either need to carry an extension wand and hard floor brush to hook up to the uprights or a separate canister vacuum. My choice would be to have a Karcher Sensor S12 and a Henry 160. It is 2 vacuums but having a separate canister vacuum gives you a much longer hose than any upright for all of the above floor cleaning. I can see going for a Sebo Dart for the simplicity of using just 1 machine.

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.

The Sebo Dart is a great vacuum for carpets and the brushroll is removable without any tools to make removing hair wrap easier and faster. The suction is very strong and it's quieter than the average vacuum, but not as quiet as the best canisters. Just about any corded vacuum will clean carpets better than a cordless vacuum. The downsides of the Dart & Felix are they are top heavy, they have a short hose, and they don't include an extension wand. Alternatives all have tradeoffs. The Kenmore Elite upright is much cheaper usually around $250-300, it has great suction and carpet cleaning, but it's heavy and you need a screwdriver to remove the brushroll. The Kenmore isn't as well-built, and it won't last as long. The Riccar R25 and R27 are good upright vacuums too, the R25 Standard and R25 Deluxe can be $449 & $499. The Riccar R25 has a long hose and good suction, but it isn't as well-built or as easy to maintain as a Sebo Dart. I think the Sebo Dart is the best balance of durability with a few tradeoffs of a few less features.

I think this is a fair assessment of the Dart.https://www.reddit.com/r/VacuumCleaners/s/CptdbfcM4y Cost of ownership is a bit higher than suggested by those that suggest it. I would add on another $60 to $80 a year for the filters. If it lasts the mythical 20 years, I haven't seen one posted here. I would calculate the cost at -- $600 for purchas of vacuum, $1800 (60*20), 4 service visits ($400). This is a cost of at least $2800. If you want to maintain an optimum suction. You need to change the bag more often in my experience with the Sebo e3. I had a Shark Rocket that lasted at least 12 years. I've had lift away from Shark that are 5+ years and going strong. I've gifted to others. In your situation, I wouldnt hesitate to by a mid range shark or a Henry or any brand.

I bagged vacuum is definitely the way to go for pet allergies! I made the switch about three months ago and I can really tell the difference in my home.  I have heard that the Sebo upright models are the best for pet hair, but I personally didn’t have $1000+ for a vacuum. I ended up using this [comparison list of vacuums](https://www.reddit.com/user/lacking_foyer48/comments/1lj76h3/vacuum_cleaners_compared_comprehensive_datasheet/) that another Reddit user posted, and I bought a Sebo Dart instead (for about half the price!) I’ve been really happy so far. 

I wouldn't get anything without a powerhead for your carpets and idealy you want a bagged vacuum. If you can up your budget to $400 then you can take advantage of the current Sebo Dart sale The Sebo Dart is currently $440. [Use code CYBER for 10% off brings it to $396](https://www.qualitysewing.com/products/sebo-dart-upright-vacuum)

Lowest I’ve ever seen it

It’s height adjustable so all piles of carpet will be fine. If you have very high pile like shag carpet I would opt for a carpet rake attachment instead of a powerhead

Maybe check Marketplace for a Sebo Dart or Felix. They last forever (20 years) and you can likely pick one up for cheap and have some years left. Otherwise, totally recommend buying the Dart ($650) or the Felix ($800). You won’t regret it.

The go-to removable brush roll option would be something like a Sebo Dart. That may be outside of your budget, but it’s a common recommendation here. A canister without a powered brush roll would be an option like a Simplicity Jill or Mighty Mite canister vacuum.

Kenmore had awful hoses on a lot of their canister vacuums and cheap friction fit electrical contacts. They did not punch above their price, they were fine for their price. Plastics weren’t anything special but weren’t bad. Also, a lot of them were a Panasonic. Consumer reports once put kenmore at the top and Panasonic at the bottom and they were the same vacuum. Kenmores, despite making the hepa claim, did not filter to the hepa level for a lot of them. I know because I used a particle scanner from IQ air to test them. They are fine vacuums, but there is No way you can put it besides Miele and Sebo. They’re on a level above without question.

The main thing with any vacuum is that you enjoy using it. You will use a vacuum more often that you enjoy using. And those vacuums will vacuum fine too and yeah have very good power! From an overall customer feedback prospective, the all swivel wheels of the Miele and swivel at the hand grip end of the hose vs the canister end of the kenmore just gets better feedback. There is 0 reason to not have a swivel at the handle end of the hose. From what I saw, the main thing that went on the kenmore was the hose because it didn't swivel on the handle and the wiring would separate. Miele also did this for one of it's models and it's the most problematic hose they ever had too. And you're correct that the equivalent feature set of a miele vs a kenmore was more expensive on a Miele. When I had customers looking at a panasonic (same as kenmore as they made a lot of them), I would always tell them that the panasonic cleaned the same and was essentially half the price and took a bag which is great! But it exhaust straight out the back (blows away dust on the floor behind it), doesn't filter as well, and from again a customer feedback prospective isn't as easy to use which most customers agreed with. But you like using it then that's great! Cleaning wasn't one of its issues.

They’re fine for the price typically and seem to overall last and have a bag which is great. The handles aren't that solid and the powerhead has a more basic approach but I'm ok with them. Their lightweight as well. I see a lot of them though priced more than $400+ canadian and a Sebo dart is $549 canadian so I can't recommend it beside the sebo, but If their arouf 300-350 ish then they're fine.

The best upright vacuums are from Sebo and Riccar. Anti tangle rollers are a bit gimmicky, and don’t really deep clean carpet well.

HUGE fan of our Sebo Dart.

Look for a dealer to look at a Sebo Dart and get a bagged vacuum for the fur and deep clean of the carpets. Plus it comes with a 10 year warranty when bought through a local dealer

The warranty is also transferable if needed

I would try to find a Sebo dealer and see if they will give you a deal on the Sebo Dart!

It fits all your recs

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

I would look into the Sebo Dart it might be a little over budget but will last forever and has a 10 year warranty when bought from the local dealer

Go for a Sebo Felix or Dart then. They're awesome uprights. 

Sebo -DART and the biggest reasons being top quality, easy to clean, and very strong. The dart is the simpler version of the Felix which is \~$700. and FWIW my mate and I recently did an analysis on reddit data on vacuum cleaners. Basically ranked them according to aggregated sentiment. Maybe you'll find the results helpful (Google RedditRecs) You can filter by price and for comments about pets, long hair, carpet, and hardwood floors, and get a breakdown of what ppl have said about the most often recommended ones (disclaimer some links are affiliate they help fund the analyses)

I just got Sebo Dart for my low pile wall to wall carpet and I’m happy with it. It’s a bit heavy if you try to lift it with one hand, so I just roll it around instead and lift with two hands if I have to. If my budget was higher, I would’ve gone for Sebo Felix, which is the premium version of Dart, it swivels and has suction adjustment. After the first pass I had a full brush roll of hair. Removed the brush roll, took the hair off, popped it back in, everything was seamless.

The David Pro-D was built for David's by Sebo. It's a G4 in a different color dress. Great machine.

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

The felix/dart is a bit more versatile and flexible in my opinion, but also not as durable as the 350 or X7 uprights. The x7 technically can do hard floors, though the brush doesnt shut off. So not as good for hard floors imo. The 350 isn't really as good for hard floors at all. On both of these, I'd suggest getting the optional extension hose, extra extension tube, and hard floor brush and vacuuming the hard floors that way, using the hose. The D1 canister is great, but suction only. No rotating brush is a no-go for carpets and rugs with pet hair or ground in dirt. Personally I'd lean towards the X7, sacrificing the versatility and maneuverability a little for durability. But the felix would be easier to use. Any chance you can visit a local shop and test some of them out yourself, see what's comfortable for you?

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

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

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

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

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.

Twenty seven years ago we purchased a Eureka canister that broke within a year. We ended up with a Miele. That thing still runs and I use it to clean my unfinished basement twice a year. My new Miele canister lives on my first floor for hardwood and my Sebo upright in s upstairs for carpeting. The Sebo is heavy but it’s a beast that will definitely outlive me. I now have two very cheap cordless vacuums that I use like Dustbusters. I’ve never understood why people buy that Dyson crap. There are complaints everywhere. There’s a difference between a company that spends money on engineering and quality and one that spend it on advertising. Dyson spends it on advertising. I’d vote for Miele everyday.

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.

I don’t disagree with people who say Miele, but Sebo are also really good. (We have the upright and it’s fantastic). Similar German quality and engineering.

I am owned by 2 cats myself and currently vacuuming like mad, fighting a flea infestation. Now fleas get everywhere and you need to vacuum not just the floors in the rooms, but also bedding, stairs, and anywhere else the cats possibly go. Currently using a borrowed Sebo upright teamed with a Dyson V15 handheld thingy. The V15 is out of price range (unless used?). Comes with many tools, among them is a small powered brushbar that's excellent for use on stairs themselves. With no hoses or cables, you can clean the stairs very quickly. Even if the V15 is way out of budget, there are the older models like the V7 which to be honest fill the role just as well and are less heavy on the wrist. Now, the Sebo (being a mains powered upright) is a lot more powerful and cleans the rooms nicely but it's much more prone to having the brushbar clog up and the short hose makes it useless on stairs. It's fairly light though and not too bad to carry up and down stairs. It makes a lot of sense as a main vacuum, but it can't do everything. Based on my experience, I suggest you split the budget and get two vacuums; an upright to do the bulk cleaning, and a decent handheld for the things the upright can't do so easily. I wouldn't recommend a handheld as your only vacuum, but for certain situations they are helpful and quick. I use it on the stairs, on furniture, and occasionally to do the floors with it when I need to be quieter or can't be bothered to get the sebo out.

I have a German SEBO upright hoover that dates back 15 years, to before they changed the energy regulations, so it's very powerful. I have replaced a couple of parts a couple of times - the rotating brush and a filter that was beginning to leak and made an infernal whining noise. And I'm beginning to think the rotating brush needs to be replaced again. Draping the cable and moving it from one socket to another is a constant nuisance. It's long but not quite long enough to get round the whole flat from one socket. I live on my own in a 1-bedroom flat. I hoover my carpeted floors every 2 weeks. I only need to change the bag about once a year. Just DON'T BUY A DYSON. They are notorious for breaking down.

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

The comment regarding the handle creaky sounds and audible air leak... I have found the audible air leak in multiple Miele canisters (over the years) AND Sebo. I don't think this is a change from previous models I've used. It just seems to be a reality that they don't see as a significant concern (ie. likely to not affect performance in a meaningful way, but preventing it would probably require fittings that would likely add cost, decrease dependability, and in the very least, wear down with not much use to the point that they ultimately start leaking). I really don't think it likely makes a noteworthy difference and they know the benefit:cost situation. As for the creaky handle -with even slight "give" in it, I have definitely noted it, but again, I believe it is one of those, "it doesn't actually affect anything in a meaningful way, but it does allow for the fit and connections as intended" situations. I could be wrong, but if it were an issue, I think warranty costs alone would discourage them from continuing with the practice. BUT, again, there is no doubt, that it is a very real thing. I haven't had an issue with the swivel of the ET-1 but prefer how light and maneuverable it feels to me. The low profile is also much better than \*most\* of the high end power heads I've used. Thank you for the review and thoughts. It is nice to hear about experiences!

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

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

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.

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

Sebo is most of my business so that!

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

No. Get a sebo or Miele.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

The answer is always Miele or Sebo

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

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

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

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

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

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

Sebo is arguably the best then Miele. Full stop

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

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

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

SEBO any model.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

It’s not. The Only One… SEBO! 😏

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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.

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

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

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

Thanks--cheaper than my Sebo too.

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

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

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

Miele canister or SEBO. Go German.

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

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

Love me a Sebo.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Sebo is a top tier vacuum! Pricey but worth it

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

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

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

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

Get a Sebo. Literally any Sebo.

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

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

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

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

Sebo. The suck on it. Phowar

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

I love my Sebo!

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

My Sebo has been going without problems for 20 years now

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