SEBO - K2 Turbo

I have a soft medium pile wool shag rug and the soft brush roll Sebo offers does great with it. I mostly vacuum it with suction only and use the brush roll maybe every other time but so far it’s stayed in great shape.

Miele C1 turbo team, Sebo k2 turbo or Henry xtra No wrong answers amongst the 3.

As long as it’s a low pile rug: Henry 160, Miele C1 Pure Suction, Sebo k2 kombi. No wrong answers amongst the 3. You don’t wand cordless/bagless they don’t work well and break prematurely. You’d be lucky to get 2 years from the crap that’s being sold today.

Got it! Hard floor only: Miele C1 Pure Suction, Sebo k2 Kombi, Henry 160 Hard floor and carpet: Miele C1 Cat and Dog, Sebo k3, e3, dart or Felix To add: all are excellent. If you have a Miele/Sebo dealer nearby, definitely stop in for a test drive.

Check out a Miele C1 turbo team, Sebo k2 turbo or Henry xtra. Use the turbo head on your rug. The Miele and Sebo have cord rewind, but the Henry doesn’t. All 3 are excellent options though as long as you don’t plan on having wall to wall carpets or more rugs/thicker pile rugs over the next 20 years or so.

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

Check out a Miele C1 Pure Suction, Sebo k2 kombi or Henry 160.

No wrong answers amongst the 3! If you do have a Miele/Sebo dealer nearby, stop in for a test drive. They Henry may be hard to source locally though and will need to be ordered online. The biggest differences are 1) Miele has the shortest cord 2) the Henry has a manual cord rewind, the other two are automatic 3) the Henry’s bag is massive. And yes. The Miele is less expensive because it doesn’t have the electric powerhead (used for wall to wall carpets) which would be totally overkill for you. Those models *start* at $775. I’d also caution ordering from Amazon (specifically for the Miele) look around the sub, there are dozens and dozens of examples of people getting used/broken machines being sold as “new”.

Just a heads up that the code only works if you spend at least $600 before discount. I bought a Sebo K2 Turbo ($499) and added 3 packs of bags ($34.99 x 3) which hit the threshold. Thanks for sharing!

Trash all of them, none of those are good vacuums (except the Miele). Also look into the Simplicity Jill, Henry 160 and Sebo K2.

One of those Costco miele specials caught my eye a couple years ago. I went to a local vacuum store before getting it, and ended up getting a Sebo K2 after looking into it a little more and comparing them physically.

you could get a Sebo K2 with the handheld turbo upholstery/stair tool

Sebo k2 would be perfect for your budget and lifestyle. And yet another vac that will easily last 20 years all with that amazing 10 year warranty

When they say brushless vacuum they mean a vacuum without a spinning brushroll. Even your Levoit stick vacuum has a spinning brushroll, and as you can see it is causing pilling and wear on your rug. Canister vacuums with just suction only are the most gentle. You use the combo head with the brushes retracted so it is just getting pushed on the top of the rug. The upholstery attachment is fine for your rug but it is very small so it will take you longer to clean. The go to recommendations for a high quality canister vacuum with adjustable suction are the [Miele Classic C1 Pure Suction](https://www.ristenbatt.com/xcart/Miele-Classic-C1-Pure-Suction-Vacuum.html) and the [Sebo K2 Kombi](https://sebo.us/product/airbelt-k). Does that make sense?

If you want good filtration you should choose a hepa bagged vacuum with a hepa exhaust filter. Bagless vacuums with hepa filters leak unfiltered air all over the vacuum as seals get dirty and wear out. 2 metrics to measure the suction power of a vacuum are air volume in cfm and water lift in inches. CFM is the amount of air the vacuum is moving and the water lift is the strength that the vacuum is sucking at. You want to have good numbers for both. One example of low CFM but medium water lift is most cordless vacuums, they have decent strength but don't move much air and so the overall suction power is weak. A slightly less accurate metric is the power consumption usually in watts or amps. A corded vacuum that has a smaller motor that uses less electricity is usually less powerful, but this doesn't account for efficiency so it's not the best metric. However you do want to look for a vacuum that uses 10 to 12 amps. Many cheap vacuums use less than 10 amps and they have weaker suction. For carpets you need a spinning brushroll and for hard floors you want the ability to turn off the brushroll. 1. [Sebo Felix](https://sebo.us/product/felix) $749. This is a fantastic all-around upright vacuum with swivel steering. Sebos have near hepa filtration, Sebo's S-Class filters 99.9% of 0.3 microns compared to Hepa's 99.97% of 0.3 microns. Mold spores are 2 to 10 microns so Sebo's filtration is much higher than needed. One downside is the Felix is top heavy and the hose is short. Sebos last 15-20 years and come with a 10-year warranty. 2. [Sebo K3](https://sebo.us/product/airbelt-k) $899. This is a canister vacuum with a carpet powerhead and a dedicated hard floor brush. If you want a longer hose and the ability to clean under very low furniture a canister is the way to go. The K3 comes standard with S-Class filtration and has an optional Hepa filter as well. Downside is many people are not used to pulling a canister behind them. 3. [Kenmore Elite 31140](https://www.amazon.com/Kenmore-Allergy-Friendly-Upright-Cleaner/dp/B075GFLQ7K/ref=sr_1_21?crid=2HT27T2G95I21&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.8ewF-JMcxGUJ0_bJKD7ZQRYMJHd0hwMS37xv62ojHM9ixousGI7XFMmJYWgqPSMdOfLQVxtKW8mvL7fqqWDuU3uYXOxoLdZD7PrTcHDPBOim5PdQyYfEXOK6XlaRm8kwz86VZmN8ukEs2fTqL7gkSUBoPrlR6zVTjs23Rdq5bRcM8b5R0lRGPPULBIiLWqq3HmxCiswDmTHef2rg1RqFrxVBCCMzh-gAtASyMB_K7GQ.t-75cFEtf6zkzcgV0qpc3pCXuDvpZoBHrVn6MJ_hP04&dib_tag=se&keywords=kenmore%2Bvacuum&qid=1730043089&sprefix=kenmore%2Bvacuum%2Caps%2C187&sr=8-21&ufe=INHOUSE_INSTALLMENTS%3AUS_IHI_5M_HARDLINES_AUTOMATED&th=1) $219. A budget option is this Kenmore Elite upright vacuum. It uses hepa bags and a hepa exhaust filter. Just like the Felix and K3 this Kenmore Elite has carpet height adjustment for different carpeting and brushroll shutoff for hard floors. Downsides are the Elite is heavy and it has a short hose. This Kenmore should last 3-5+ years. What do you think?

Shark is a bad idea. You need a canister type vac with strong suction. A “Henry” vac, or a Miele or Sebo straight suction canister would do the job. Personally, I’d get a Henry. [Henry 160](https://www.allaboutvacuums.com/product/nace-care-henry-compact-canister-vacuum-hvr160/?utm_source=google&utm_campaign=aav-elite-feed&utm_medium=shopping&utm_term=12793&gad_source=1&gclid=CjwKCAjw0t63BhAUEiwA5xP54bAuR8jKyReh9N_y5xLa9D9o5Gwjp2WAB3RPkLg5zY5DBD-jT7qSpRoCSegQAvD_BwE)

If you care about actually servicing your vacuum Sebo is easier to actually do things to than Miele. The ET-1 head is worth it alone but the ability to work BETTER with aftermarket bags, the serviceability, the quiet suction that's still high power, and this thing sucks on its sides great too. I bought my Turbo Sebo on Facebook for cheap & will be selling it only because it made me buy the cheap DR that popped up.

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

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

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!

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

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

SEBO any model.

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

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

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

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.

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

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.

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

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

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

Get a Sebo. Literally any Sebo.

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.

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.

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.

Sebo are bullet proof, great for pethair

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

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

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

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

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

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