Miele Classic C1 Olympus vacuum cleaner This bag-equipped Miele canister comes with a cleaning head that lacks a brush. It has a full-bag indicator, suction control, variable-speed motor, and HEPA filtration. It weighs 13 lbs., which is light for a canister. The Miele Classic C1 Olympus is part of the Vacuum cleanerIn our lab tests, Canister vacuum models like the Classic C1 Olympus are rated on multiple criteria, such as those listed below. Carpet: Indicates how much embedded talc and sand a vacuum lifted from a medium-pile carpet. Bare floors: Shows how well a vacuum picked up sand without dispersing it on bare floors. Tool airflow: Indicates the strength of airflow through the hose.Vacuuming isn’t the most exciting chore, but having the right model for the job makes it better. If you have a multistory home, you might be considering the Miele S2121 Olympus, a canister vacuum that performs well on hardwood floors and stairs. Check out our analysis of this vacuum, including its ratings on a variety of criteria, to decide if it’s the right one for you.

The Miele S2121 Olympus is a lightweight, white canister vacuum cleaner that’s intended for use on low-pile carpets, area rugs and hard floors. The canister features a variable speed motor with six power settings controlled by a rotary dial, so switching between them is easy. It also includes a large handle, a dustbag change indicator, and an AirClean system and filter for trapping dirt. The S2121 Olympus holds a dusting brush, an upholstery tool and a crevice tool onboard for specialized cleaning jobs. It also features a telescopic, stainless steel wand, giving it an operating radius of 29.5 feet for far-reaching cleaning. The vacuum has a regular retail price of $369, but it can often be purchased for less from Amazon. Wherever you buy the Miele, if you plan to spend hundreds of dollars, consider making the purchase with a relevant rewards credit card. Note that there is also a newer version of S2121 Olympus, called the Classic C1 Olympus. According to the Miele website, its features and accessories are the same.

We analyzed reviews of some of the most popular vacuums on the market to come up with a definitive buyer’s guide. zanussi ergoeasy vacuum cleanerWe looked at expert opinions from review sites such as The Sweethome, CNET and Good Housekeeping. hoover vacuum repair etobicokeWe then analyzed user reviews to see what shoppers were saying about the various attributes of each vacuum.hoover vacuum cleaner tcu1410 The vacuums’ scores, which run from a low of 1 to a high of 10, incorporate what users reported about each model’s overall performance and how each performed in a variety of settings, such as on stairs or hardwood floors. We also factored in reviewers’ observations on characteristics such as noise level and durability for a well-rounded look at each model.

Fantastic reviews earned the Miele S2121 Olympus a spot on our rankings of the best overall vacuums, the best canister vacuums and the best vacuums for hardwood floors. It received an impressive 9.0 overall, a 9.0 in cleaning ability, a 10.0 in ability to clean hardwood, and a 8.6 in ease of use. The Miele S2121 Olympus received high praise in nearly every category we studied, but it peaked in a few, including cleaning stairs (10.0) and noise (10.0). Reviewers say this model is a pro at cleaning hard flooring, including hardwood, tile and laminate. It can also take on cleaning jobs in small areas, such as the edges of stairs. This makes it a good addition to multistory homes. Users didn’t rate it quite as highly for carpet cleaning (8.0), but the vacuum still does relatively well at that. Performance aside, this Miele earned points with users for its quiet motor, which is a boon for homes with small children who might be startled by loud noises. Some reviewers went so far as to note that they could carry on a conversation while the device was running.

» MORE: The best vacuums for hardwood floors There are a few areas in which the Miele S2121 Olympus is less than stellar. For instance, the vacuum received a 7.0 for maneuverability, one of its lowest ratings. Many users disliked the device’s 18-foot power cord, saying it was too short and required constant plugging and unplugging as they cleaned the house. Although still fairly impressive, this Miele’s 8.3 score for pet hair pickup was lower than the scores for many other canisters we analyzed. Some reviewers expressed disappointment that the vacuum simply moved pet hair and didn’t suck it up. » MORE: The best canister vacuums If you want a canister vacuum that works on multiple floor types and comes with plenty of onboard tools, go for the Miele S2121 Olympus. It’s ideal for homes with large areas of hardwood. But if you have cats or dogs, we’d recommend the Miele S8590 Alize, which is more expensive than the Olympus, but earned a 9.4 overall and 10.0 in pet hair pickup.

Or, for an inexpensive alternative, consider the Bissell Zing 6489. It earned a 9.6 in pet hair pickup and can be purchased for less than $70. Dyson Ball vs. Shark Rotator 5 things you should know before buying a vacuum Best vacuums for pet owners For other uses, see Miele (disambiguation).German: [ˈmiːlə]) is a German manufacturer of high-end domestic appliances, commercial equipment and fitted kitchens, headquartered in Gütersloh, Ostwestfalen-Lippe, Germany. The company was founded in 1899 by Carl Miele and Reinhard Zinkann, and has always been a family-owned and run company. Miele's first products were a cream separator, butter churn, and tub washing machine, under the Meteor brand. Carl Miele supervised manufacturing personally, and Reinhard Zinkann apprenticed and handled finances and sales. The Míele trademark was used very early on[] and appeared on all machines, nameplates, printed materials and advertising produced by the company. From the mid-1920s, a recognition feature of the logo has been a sloping dash used as the dot on the "i".

The trademark has remained unchanged apart from three minor alterations to reflect contemporary tastes. A survey by the Süddeutsche Zeitung, one of Germany's leading daily newspapers, found that the "i" alone was sufficient to identify the Miele brand. Miele exports products to global markets and is represented in 47 countries. Their expansion into the United States came in 1983, when they established corporate headquarters in Somerset, New Jersey. They later relocated to a Michael Graves designed headquarters building in Princeton in March 1999. Products are manufactured in Germany, the Czech Republic and Romania and shipped to the United States, where there are showrooms in ten states. Miele Meteor V5760 Front-load washing machine Miele car "K 1" (1913), Miele museum in Gütersloh Miele produces domestic appliances including laundry appliances; built-in convection, steam, and speed ovens; hobs (cooker hoods, cook tops); freestanding and built-in refrigerators, freezers, and wine coolers;

The company also produces commercial laundry equipment including wet cleaning machines, lab glassware washers, dental disinfectors, and medical equipment washers. In 2007, Miele was given an award for being the most successful company in Germany that year, beating the previous year's winner Google, which placed second, and Porsche, which came in third. Rankings for this Best Brands prize are the result of market research covering such key criteria as current economic market success and brand recognition and popularity among consumers. Miele was recognized as Best Company and also achieved a top-five place in the category Best Product Brand. Miele was honored as Best Domestic Appliance Brand in the UK by Which? in 2007 and again in 2008, being only one of two brands to win twice in a row. They have since won again in 2010. In North America, Miele is marketed as a high-end major appliance brand. They compete against brands such as Küppersbusch, Gaggenau, Fagor, Viking Range, Dacor, Asko, Jenn-Air, and Thermador.