Canister Vacuum Cleaner

I love my kenmore. I had one for over 15 years and am now on my second one only due to the wheels finally breaking off to the point where it couldnt be fixed. I got them both at sears and bought the maintenance deal they have which cleans and changes the filters and bags for you once or twice a year. That alone is deal because the filters can be pricey. The first one I had was around $400 dollars but this time around I went for the $250 model and I have been just as happy. This one is smaller so it was easier for the stairs. Hope this helps.

we love our dyson, but if you dont have much carpet, I wouldnt spend that much. We had a nice hoover windtunnel that lasted 5 or so years (and only died when I accidentally hit it with my car after my husband put it in the garage when he was pulling stuff out of the closet under the stairs for Christmas) and did very well. It wasnt one of the super expensive ones but it kept our house well vacuumed. I dont recommend getting one of the really expensive ones if you dont have a ton of carpeting.

I'm with you on the canister vacuums! I have had mine since 1988 and the second one since 1998. They both still work perfectly! They are Kenmore (Sears) Best. I've just had to change the belts in the carpet attachment (they're like $5 each) and the light bulbs when they burnt out. Best wishes and God Bless!

Hi! When you say "canister vacuum" are you talking about the kind that is low to the ground, on wheels, with a long hose coming out of it? That's what I'm thinking of.

I was wondering if you were thinking about an upright vacuum that is bagless, because those aren't the same thing as "canister vacuums".

Anyway, I don't know about high-end vacuums. I have a low-end upright bagless vacuum and I just wanted to say, don't get that. It is awful. I know this is kinda way off base, not exactly what you asked, but I did want to comment on how much I hate my vacuum! It's a Dirt Devil bagless vac!

Love my dyson, but I dont' think it would last that long! It's 8 yrs old and had to be tuned up once (300.00). still going, however the repair guy recommended the miele over ANY OTHER .... good product if you have the money!

Hi Mirabelle!

My mom got her Miele refurbished and saved lots of money! She loves it so you may want to look into that option!

Also, I know Consumer Reports top rated canister vacuum was not the Miele, but I cannot remember the brand that top ranked. If you or someone you know has access to Consumer Reports, you can look at what they recommend as well!

P.S. - This is not just for you but for anyone reading this! I just learned this about a year ago, but ALL vacuums need routine maintenance once a year in order to get longevity out of them! I didn't know that!

God's Grace to you,

Lisa Crane :)

I have a Dyson. It is the best $500 I have ever spent. I have not used a broom since I got it. Hint: they sell it at Kohls & you can use the %off coupons for it. I had a 30% coupon & they let me use it:)

My vacuum repair lady fixes my Dyson for me (not very often, I admit), but she always says that NOTHING goes wrong on a Miele. It may be a case of you get what you pay for when it comes to vacuums.

When I was vacuum shopping I think Dyson was the only maker that still had a canister in their product line. We bought a Dyson upright and we love it.

I don't have a vacuum to recomend. I love my Roomba, but it's just good about keeping up with the daily cat hair accumulation rather than a deep cleaning. I still need to use the regular vac too.

I will recommend a place to go for your Miele though. Evan's Vacuum Company has been around here forever. They have something like 5 stores and they also do any repairs you need. They have Miele Appliances too at their Camp Bowie location in Fort Worth (those things look bad a**!)

www.EvansVacuum.com