Miele makes a very high end vacuum cleaner that might scare some off with its price tag. However, those who are looking to make a quality purchase that will last for a long time should consider the investment money well spent.
The Miele 251i vacuum cleaner is a canister vacuum that is attractively designed and will fit in most utility closets. The design of the machine is very user friendly with attachments that make sense as you are using them. The vacuum is very quiet, but has a very strong suction. You always have the ability to lower the power and turn the suction down as you vacuum. This allows you to clean a lightweight bathroom rug with the same machine that you use on your deep pile carpet. The ability to turn down the suction also makes this a good machine to use for dusting hard to reach places. The controls are easy to use with a foot pedal to turn the machine on and off and a dial to control the power.
All of the attachments for the Miele 251i come with pivots that allow for odd angled cleaning. Your vacuum can be held in an upright position or horizontally and still function.
Miele 251i Vacuum Features
The hose is made of stainless steel for a high quality look and feel. The steel does not attract dust in the same way as plastic hoses on other machines. The cord retraction mechanism works remarkably better than other machines. You will not have to help the cord back into the vacuum and you will not be hit by the cord as it races past you.
Bags may be difficult to find for this machine. Miele bags are not available in most stores and you will have to visit a vacuum dealer or shop online. Fortunately, to make up for the trouble, the vacuum has an indicator that will let you know when the bag needs to be changed. Just pick up a few extras when you purchase your Miele vacuum bags.
The cords for the hoses are not integrated together, which make it difficult to keep them from getting twisted. During bag changes, the cord can get in the way. This feature is something that is available on most cheaper vacuums, but for some reason this machine does not.
In all, the Miele 251i vacuum cleaner is a powerful vacuum that will last for many years. This machine may be a bit pricey, but the quality in the machine means durability and longevity. This is a lower priced machine than other Miele models, but you still get the best quality with this model.
If you are looking to buy a vacuum and not have to replace it in a few years, this is the one for you. Aside from the minor problems with the machine, it cleans floors well and can handle tough pet hair on carpets and furniture. The floor cleaner is a powerful vacuum that will not harm your hardwood flooring. This vacuum is also very attractive even though that is not usually a feature that people are looking for in their vacuum cleaner.