MieleClassic C1 Cat & Dog Bagged Canister Vacuum, Lotus White - Pet Hair, Portable

I've used my C1 Cat and Dog now for a couple of weeks and I'm loving it! Easy to move around with 3 wheels vs 4 and ggrrreat cleaning!!! So much quieter too!! The only thing I see negative are 2 things. The Wand. It's a lot heavier than the plastic one I had on my 35 yr+ (?) old Eletrolux and it makes sense as it's metal. Sturdy. Doing overhead work, I need use both hands now to maneuver. All the wires are encased which was not so on the Elextrolux and would occasionally unplug. Pain in the ars. I had to replace my plastic one several times as it was dropped or rolled downstairs and cracked. So with that, I'm glad it's metal. I will build muscles. The other thing is the handle on the hose which I do like, but it should of been made smaller for a woman's hand. (Don't the engineers consult with the people who will be mostly using it?) This is the only thing I don't really like.The diff between the C1 & C3 Cat & Dog that I remember is, length of the electrical cord (C3 6' longer), 3 attachments go inside the C3 so it's larger and heavier vs C1 which are stored on top, bumpers around the canister on the C3 (would be a nice feature to have on the C1), some dials or something on C3 and I think that was all. So for several hundred $$$ more for those, I choose the C1. I can live without them.The power head swivels so effortlessly! This is FANTASTIC! My old one didn't. Arg. Easy peasy vacuuming now. There is a toggle button on the handle to turn it on or off which I find so convenient. Oh, the hair cleaning attachment is a little smaller on the C1, but that's ok. It works pretty good too. No more getting a glove on and wiping and wiping hair into a pile to suck up. These are great attachments!!!My new little friend follows me so easily around the house. Turns on a dime. The only thing with the C1 and not the C3 is that it can tip over. It's happened to me 2x and I think it's when I'm turning it coming off carpeting to wood flooring. I just have to watch it when I do so. No big deal.Stairs. Mind are wood. C1 is light enough for me to carry as I go (much lighter than the Electrolux, but it was old) and the older I get this is becoming important. You can buy a cheaper vacuum that performs good also, but they will be replaced in 5 years or so. I'm expecting this beauty to last 2 decades or more without issues.So I'm lovin' vaccing the house!!! I just wonder when the honeymoon will be over! :-)

I have had this vacuum for about a month, and bought it to replace a Dyson DC41 Animal. I am owner of a couple dogs, and primarily bought this as the Dyson was not able to pull fur off surfaces in just one pass - the beater bar never seemed to cut the mustard. I learned that I do not like the suction-driven beater bars, and wanted an electric one.The Miele does as designed. I am super happy with it, and am able to clean dog fur off any surfaces after one pass, two at most if it's really bad. The adjustable head height makes it easy to find that perfect medium. I do like the fact I don't have to empty a cannister after every time I use it, meaning I use it more often.PROS:- The suction doesn't fool around. I think it's got a bit more than the Dyson at max setting. It's adjustable, which is really nice when dealing with loose rugs. Something the Dyson couldn't manage. (Even with the little pull trigger)- The electric beater bar is adjustable, heavy enough to stay in place, and does the trick. Also you can turn it on and off at will, instead of fussing with a suction trigger like the Dyson, that took a dozen tries sometimes.- It is QUIET. The first time you turn it on, I guarantee you will hit the button twice. It ramps up slowly. At max setting, it is still quieter than most vacuums I have used. At Eco, I could easily hold a conversation - and I have hearing loss.- The electric head weighs more than the cannister. Which is GOOD, as it makes the part you tug around lightweight.- All the accessories - ALL OF THEM - fit on the cannister and have their own homes. Even the hardwood floor brush.- Replacement bags (If you are buying OEM) come with replacement motor filters.CONS -- The cord is a little short. I felt this when going from the Dyson.- The beater bar head does not allow you to get under a bed or furniture as much as the Dyson does. You cannot lay it completely flat. (I miss this!)- Miele really screwed up when it comes to the wheels on this thing. On hardwood, it's fine. On carpet higher than berber, you will pull the cannister onto its side sometimes. It does not swivel well. I WOULD give it a 3/5 for Maneuverability, except the cannister is so light, you can just nudge it over with your foot, no big deal. 3.5/5 ?Overall, I am very happy with this purchase. It was a high price to pay, but not having to be frustrated was worth it. I could swear my carpets look better for half the effort.