Overall this is a superb vacuum. It is easy to fit together, and very easy to use. The suction is fantastic which makes it a great choice if you have pets or messy kids! My only slight grumble is that it is very loud, but really it is a small price to pay for a great bit of kit.

Models in Miele's Compact C2 range are smaller, lighter siblings of the C3 models. This Cat & Dog version weighs in at under 5kg, includes a Turbobrush head that's ideal for picking up pet hairs and is fitted with an air filter with activated charcoal to keep unpleasant odours at bay.

Excellent cleaning on all surfaces; Light and manoeverable; Good pet hair pick-up; Filter stifles pet smells

Short 6.5m cable; Turbohead too large for stairs

I find it difficult to use on carpet. I did read the suggestion from the earlier post about experimenting with the settings but I do not find it at all comfortable to vacuum the carpet. I did try a few combinations but nothing seemed to make the head move easily over the carpet.

I purchased this vacuum cleaner about 3 weeks ago and I would highly recommend it. It's lightweight, compact in size, very well made and sturdy, very quiet but most importantly it's VERY efficient at doing the job of cleaning on both hard floor surfaces and carpeting. I'm happy I made this purchase.

Overall good, but the hoover bag full indicator is a bit temperamental. I have emailed Miele about it, but after a week have still received no response.

I bought this vacuum about 2 months ago and am extremely happy with it. I went from using a Dyson upright and this vacuum is much better! The power and suction is amazing! It is also very light weight & easy to move around.

This product is used strictly for my house and so far it has been performing quite well. I do not use it personally but the person who is using it has had only good things to say about it.

Easy To Empty; Easy to Use; Efficient; Lightweight; Long Power Cord

Love this vacuum cleaner. Already own a Miele cat and dog and wanted a lighter hoover for the upstairs of the house and the stairs themselves. Does a great job with various attachments and also an energy saving setting which is also very quiet.

I have had this vacuum cleaner for a year now. Great suction and very quiet. Easy to move around. Works well on hardwood and on rugs.

Miele's new C2 series is now lighter and quieter then ever before with a large 33-foot cleaning radius and extended 2 year warranty on parts and labor. The deep black Compact C2 Onyx canister vacuum cleaner is thoughtfully considered and brilliantly refined with 6 suction control settings and...

6 suction settings provide the proper suction level for cleaning everything from carpets to curtains; Sealed system construction with 12-stages of filtration ensure no dust or dirt particles escape the vacuum's filtration system; Whisper-quiet performance makes vacuuming a more enjoyable experience...

The Turbo brush is not effective for deep cleaning of medium and high pile carpet or rugs; Non-electric hose and wand configuration means the C2 Onyx can not be used with an electric power brush; No filter change indicator on this vacuum (a feature only found on Miele's C3 luxury models)