I needed to replace my Dyson vacuum cleaner, and after a lot of research here and all over the net, I bought the Dyson DC28. It ate my oriental rug, even at the lowest setting. The powerbrush just chewed it up. I took it right back to BB and just couldn't bring myself to get another Dyson (we have had three in the last ten years). We have two long hair cats and two long hair dogs (by accident.. all are rescues). and we needed something today that was dependable, durable, and efficient.
The Miele Tango fits the bill perfectly. It has different settings and can be gentle on my orientals and tough on pet hair all at the same time with powerful suction that adjusts for the perfect setting for whatever surface you are on. It has gotten up all the hair, and all the dust and small particles. I kept peeking into the bag, and I was really impressed with the amount of dirt the Dyson had been leaving behind due to a loose fitting dirt container. This vacuum is so quiet the pets just ignore it, and even though it is 20lbs it feels very light when vacuuming, and the handle makes it easy to get up and down the stairs. I will use this vacuum way more than the Dyson due to being so quiet, easy to push, and easy to use all the attachments. I love that I can go from wood floors to area rugs to carpet and back without having to lift up the beast to get it to go to different heights. I just tap the Tango with a toe, and the front lifts up enough to get over the edge. Also I can put it flat to vacuum under beds and furniture where no Dyson has been able to go.
The ergonomics of the Tango are great. Switches are where they are supposed to be, handles in good places, and the Tango feels very balanced, and is easier to maneuver than The Ball. The accessory hose just lifts out, then you pop on an attachment and vacuum that hard to reach place over there, holster it and continue vacuuming the floor. Brilliant ergonomics and thoughtful design mean ease of use and more likely to get the thing out and clean. I don't care about buying bags, I'm happy to be through with emptying the dusty Dyson cup. The dealer says the bag will compact the dirt and hair and should hold 30 Dyson cups of dirt. That's OK by me, and the Hepa filter system means no smelly vacuum exhaust.
The 7 year warranty means I will not be buying a new vacuum again for quite awhile, saving money in the long run, and if the Tango breaks, there is someone to fix it, like the old days. It was expensive yes, but when my husband looked it over, he commented that here was a well made machine... at last.
(3 customers reviews)Customers Rating=3.5 / 5.0
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Miele S7580 Tango Upright Titian Red Metallic - 1,200-Watt, Miele-made Vortex motor
- Suction control via +/- controls with LED indicator
- Active H.E.P.A. filter Included
- 3) Integrated, on-board accessories: natural bristle dusting brush, upholstery nozzle and an extra-long crevice tool
- 55-foot cleaning radius
