I have a long and positive history with Miele vacuums. This one is very good and the variable suction option, responsive and dynamic swivel heads, and the little turbo head are all awesome. A few small issues with design/price point options ....unlike some other models, there are no power buttons on the hose handle forcing you to go back to the canister to turn on and off the unit and/or adjust suction which is a bit of a drag and I miss. Also the floor head is very very responsive. So sometimes it tips or swivels more than you want in some cases like tight corners or slightly rough flooring. Lastly, the motorized head-release and pile-selection buttons are designed with a profile that results in an operation similar to a fishing hook barb or arrow head. You can ... MoreI have a long and positive history with Miele vacuums. This one is very good and the variable suction option, responsive and dynamic swivel heads, and the little turbo head are all awesome. A few small issues with design/price point options ....unlike some other models, there are no power buttons on the hose handle forcing you to go back to the canister to turn on and off the unit and/or adjust suction which is a bit of a drag and I miss. Also the floor head is very very responsive. So sometimes it tips or swivels more than you want in some cases like tight corners or slightly rough flooring. Lastly, the motorized head-release and pile-selection buttons are designed with a profile that results in an operation similar to a fishing hook barb or arrow head. You can easily insert the head under a low piece of furniture but the buttons can get stuck when pulling back out. Little complaints. Suction is awesome. Light canister. Great maneuvering.

Very excellent manufacture quality. should last 20 years as all Mieles, but wish that for this price, suction and power switch be located in handle of wand, as foot controls wear out painted surfaces of foot controls in unit. I still use my Sebo C3.1, 30 years old now for that reason. I hate coming over to the Miele to change suction settings on the canister and get my face flushed with exhaust.

BEST VACUUM EVER!

I LOVE my new vacuum! I have 2 German Shepherds and the hair is endless. This little vacuum does it all and I know that my floors are clean. It is so easy to maneuver, put in bags and more. Expensive yea but worth it. I have a upright Miele now but it’s 11 plus so it was time.

Exceeded my expectations

I LOVE my Miele C3 Cat and Dog Canister Vaccum!!! It's everything I've ever hoped for. It's light but compact and very strong. The different settings are remarkable and my Cat isn't afraid when I turn it on!. I've been familiar with Miele products for years, their quality and master workmanship for years, But, their washers and dryers were always out of my price range. I can assure you, if and when I need a new washer and dryer, I will place my order with your store. You guys are the TOPS! Right on Time! Thank you so much. Theresa C. Mauro Culver City, CA

Good vacuum, glad I purchased

I have had an Oreck upright for the last 14 years, it worked and held up and is now the basement vacuum. I will say that the new Miele is a pleasure to use and I love having attachments again to dust and do curtains etc. The upholstery attachment did a fantastic job on my curtains (which were very dusty). The electric head won't spin if the height is set too low for your carpet pile. The foot pedal adjustment on it is a bit clunky and I hope that it won't be a problem down the road. I have long hair and two dogs, one of whom is double coated and sheds constantly, it had no problem picking up. My house is so clean! It is lightweight, the cord could be longer. I have to change outlets to finish the job. I gave 4 stars because of the clunky switching on the height ... MoreI have had an Oreck upright for the last 14 years, it worked and held up and is now the basement vacuum. I will say that the new Miele is a pleasure to use and I love having attachments again to dust and do curtains etc. The upholstery attachment did a fantastic job on my curtains (which were very dusty). The electric head won't spin if the height is set too low for your carpet pile. The foot pedal adjustment on it is a bit clunky and I hope that it won't be a problem down the road. I have long hair and two dogs, one of whom is double coated and sheds constantly, it had no problem picking up. My house is so clean! It is lightweight, the cord could be longer. I have to change outlets to finish the job. I gave 4 stars because of the clunky switching on the height adjustment on the power head. I have not changed the bag yet so I have no opinion on ease of emptying and replacing.

Great vacuum.

Great vacuum. My shepherd should be bald many times over with all the hair that she sheds on a daily basis. I have gone through multiple pet vacuums the dog hair has killed them all. First time I used this vacuum it actually picked up so much hair it changed the color of my carpets back to their original color.

Product is excellent so far

Arrived on time . Packaged well. Item was everything as advertised/described.would have given 5 stars except for this one hiccup: when I called to ask a question about the Miele complete Cat/Dog canister vacuum ( was this model made in Germany?) the female representative replied "I don't know". There was no attempt to obtain the info for me.....never mind that I was dropping nearly 900.00 for a vacuum. I suggested to her "can you find out?" She eventually did comeback with an answer.

The best vacuum ever!

I love this vacuum. Starting with hiw light and maneuverable it is to how quiet it is. The best part and what distinguishes is from my Dyson no bag vacuum is how well is picks up my cats litter that spills all over the floor. I don’t have to use the small suction attachment just to nake sure there is enough power to pick the litter up. I just used the regular hardwood floor head and it was gone in seconds!!! I am looking forward to having this vacuum for the next 15 years! I love it!!!

couldn't be more pleased with this product

I am so very pleased with this vacuum, I have had my eye on it for over a year, but, debated on spending the extra money. I am pleased that I went ahead and gave into my want. I live on a farm horses, chickens, cats, Saint Bernard, and a English Mastiff. I am always carry in on shoes/clothes hay, and lots of animal hair. I also have a couple cats that are inside/outside, and one orange cat, that loves to sleep on my white carpeting in my bedroom, I can say that no more do I have orange hair on my carpet, and the rest of my house has hardwood, and really after vacuuming with my old vacuum, you could still see hair on the hardwood, NO more with the this vacuum. I vacuum about every other day. I am extremely pleased with this vacuum.

kim carpenter's review of Miele Complete C3 Cat & Dog PowerLine

Pros: I just find this is the best cleaner on the market. this will be my 3rd. I have tried other top names and always go back to the Mieli cat and dog.