Product Review for Miele Vacuum Cleaner
I was introduced to the Miele vacuum cleaner several years ago, when my husband did some thorough research and picked out the high quality German brand of canister vacuum.
By research, I mean that he and the salesman sat on the floor and took machines apart and put them back together. My late husband was a mechanical engineer, so that was his idea of fun. He was able to conclude, with confidence that the Miele was the best built vacuum cleaner of any that he looked at.
Up until that time I took a very educated approach to buying vacuum cleaners. I went to the department store and looked at which one looked like the best buy and that was it!. Because I have severe allergies, we wanted to get a high performance vacuum that would last longer than one or two years.
Miele is one of the top recommended brands for people with allergies, asthma and other lung condition, as it effectively cleans the air of dust and particles.
Miele is a brand that is very popular in technology conscious Germany. They manufacture vacuum cleaners, washing machines, dryers, dishwashers and other appliances. Miele products are on the expensive side, but as high end products, they are designed to last for several years.
Miele has been manufacturing vacuum cleaners since 1927 and was a leader in using plastics in the household arena. The use of plastics in household appliances provided the best possible protection against electrical shock, along with effective noise reduction.
One of the mail reasons that we purchased Miele, was that it offered advanced filtration systems, paired with a powerful motor to pull the dust out of the air. The advertisement at the time claimed to the over 99 percent of the dust out of the air. Miele uses a double filtration system with a powerful 1200 watt motor. After using this vacuum for several years, I would agree that this is true. Used daily, the vacuum is effective in reducing dust.
I have, on occasion, used other vacuums in my house and have found that the Miele does a far superior job of cleaning the air of particles. Some vacuums seem to to pick the dust up and blow it back around, which is couinter productive.
The first Miele that we had was the top of the line at the time. We got one with adjustable speeds on the hose and an electric power head to brush the dust off of the floor. The power adjustment on the hose is handy for vacuuming curtains, that are more delicate than floors, so that you don’t have to use the high power on delicate fabrics. The power switch on the hose functioned separately from the vacuum. I had to replace this part twice in twelve years. The price of this part was just over $100.
I purchased my second Miele after my husband had passed away. Truthfully, it could have probably been repaired, but in a fit of frustration I purchased a new one.
My second Miele, which is the one that I use now, has been performing well for nearly seven years. I purchased the base model, with no extra power attachments. Since I now have hard wood floors, the power head was not necessary. Personally, I did not feel that I used the speed attachment in the hose enough to justify paying extra for it.
The Mieles now come with HEPA filters as an option. The HEPA filters are about $45 and last for a year. The vacuum cleaner bags are about $15 for a pack of 5. The 5 pack of bags also comes with two filters, for the double filtration system. You can use either the double filtration or the HEPA filter.
The first Miele was called a Silver Star, but it is no longer on the product line. The Silver Star cost about $750 about 18 years ago. The vacuum that I replaced it with cost approximately $450.
Miele currently has different models from the ones that I purchased, although they are similar. The first model that I had was a 500 series and the second model was a 300 series. There are three series of canister vacuums available now including 200 series, 300 series, and 500 series There are canister and upright vacuums available. The vacuums deliver on their promise of improving the quality of indoor air with regular use. The vacuums are made of ABS plastic material for durability. They come standard with a crush proof hose, smooth floor brush, and two piece stainless steel wand assembly. The accessories are stored under the lids. Optional accessories include a power brush,
If you prefer an upright, Miele has that available as well. I personally have never used the Miele upright, but would definitely consider one based upon my success with the Miele canister vacuum.
I have been very happy with both Vacuum Cleaners. Honestly, if I had not been happy with the first one, I would not have purchased a second. Yest the price is higher than most other brands, but it is a machine that is designed to last for many years of solid performance. Miele is a brand that is often recommended as a vacuum cleaner for people with allergies.
Used regularly, the Miele does clean dust out of the air and keep the house dust free.
To find a Miele dealer near you, consult the Miele website.
