Miele Classic C1 Turbo Team vs Dyson Big Ball Turbine
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Quick take: The Miele Classic C1 Turbo Team costs $21 less.
| Spec | Miele Classic C1 Turbo Team | Dyson Big Ball Turbine |
|---|---|---|
| Price | ~$369 | ~$390 |
| Type | Canister | Canister |
| Suction | 1200 W | 250 AW |
| Battery | Corded | Corded |
| Navigation | — | — |
| Filtration | AirClean 3-stage filtration (FilterBag + motor filter + exhaust filter) | — |
| Cordless | No | No |
| Bagged | Yes | No |
| Noise | — | — |
| Dustbin | 4.5 L | 0.37 gal |
| Water tank | — | — |
| Self-empty dock | No | No |
| Auto mop washing | No | No |
| Hot water washing | No | No |
| Obstacle avoidance | No | No |
| Carpet detection | No | No |
| Auto mop lifting | No | No |
| Multi-floor mapping | No | No |
| App control | No | No |
| Dimensions | — | — |
| Weight | 13 lbs | 17.3 lbs |
| Warranty | 7 years motor/casing, 1 year parts | — |
Pros & cons
Miele Classic C1 Turbo Team
- ✓Air-driven turbobrush handles rugs and low-med carpet the Pure Suction can't
- ✓Includes a separate parquet brush for scratch-free wood floors
- ✓Sealed bag system keeps disposal dust-free
- ✓Quiet 1200 W motor with six suction settings
- ✓7-year motor and casing warranty with a long owner-longevity record
- ✓Light 10 lb canister body is easy to carry upstairs
- ✗Turbine brush bogs down on plush, deep-pile carpet
- ✗Turbo head adds a high-pitched whine
- ✗Bags and filters are a recurring cost
- ✗29.5 ft operating radius requires replugging in larger homes
- ✗HEPA-grade exhaust filter is an optional upgrade
Dyson Big Ball Turbine
- ✓250 AW published suction
- ✓Bagless bin, no bags to buy
- ✓Corded, so there is no runtime limit
- ✓Successor to the Big Ball Multi Floor
- ✗17.3 lb to pull around
- ✗21 ft cord is short for a canister
- ✗The Turbinehead variant has a larger bin and costs less day to day
- ✗Warranty and noise level not stated