I absolutely love this vacuum cleaner, it has quite a lot of amazing functions like a curtain function where it reduced the suction to very low so you can hoover the curtains or blinds with ease. Also the rug function is excellent as it doesn't pull the pile out of the rugs.

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.

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)

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

Light and easy to manoeuvre; excellent suction even when not on maximum power; a far better cleaner than my previous Dyson and Vax bagless models

Having to buy bags

Vacuum was purchased in Sept 2018. Mother in law highly recommended to me. I have always used an upright, a little hesitant to purchase a pricy canister. Family has some allergy issues and with having 2 dogs and a cat, we have to vacuum almost daily. Big mistake in purchasing a bagged vacuum.

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.

This is a strong and powerful machine and does everything my previous cleaner did, but this one is so nice and light...and I can carry it upstairs. A dream to use.

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.

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.