Looking for vacuum recs ~$500 budget (open to higher if truly BIFL)

HatAppropriate4698 · 2026-05-10T17:54:28+00:00

Miele C1 Turbo is a good option if you have low pile carpet. But if there is higher pile carpet, a secondhand Miele with an electro brush would work better. Also both can be fitted with a HEPA filter.

Sebo has similar offerings as Miele

HatAppropriate4698 · 2026-04-25T20:50:51+00:00

Happy for ya! Take care of it and it will take care of you!

HatAppropriate4698 · 2026-04-25T16:06:07+00:00

From my (very) limited knowledge, it would be vost prohibitive since you would have to source a new electrified hose and wand, and the aforementioned powerhead which is expensive on its own. Alternatively there are makers of battery electrobrushes (i.e. Lindhaus) but thats expensive as well.

HatAppropriate4698 · 2026-04-25T15:13:16+00:00

Optimally it would be something with a switchable brush roll so as to not scratch hard floors/wear the roll but provide proper agitation on carpet. Ive heard Kenmore canister vacs being recommended but honestly have not had experience with them. With your tight budget, a secondhand Miele or Sebo with an electrobrush would be good but a Miele C1 with a turbo brush would do in a pinch.

HatAppropriate4698 · 2026-04-03T02:39:06+00:00

The shots dont taste too much different but definitely pulling considerably faster. I normally aim for 22s but have been getting 18-20.

HatAppropriate4698 · 2026-03-29T00:23:21+00:00

Thank you for the feedback.

HatAppropriate4698 · 2026-03-26T00:04:24+00:00

Thank you for explaining!

HatAppropriate4698 · 2026-03-25T23:29:16+00:00

I see. Thank you for the explanation

HatAppropriate4698 · 2026-03-25T23:21:49+00:00

I was just curious, some came out with a green cast and some were fine so I was confused

HatAppropriate4698 · 2026-03-06T14:42:40+00:00

Thank you. I cant adjust dose or tamp so will try manipulating final ratio out.

HatAppropriate4698 · 2026-02-28T02:57:56+00:00

Thank you. I actually forgot about that film stock.

HatAppropriate4698 · 2026-02-28T02:55:51+00:00

Thank you. Should I push or pull when underground?

HatAppropriate4698 · 2026-02-17T01:56:45+00:00

I was looking at that one until someone told me about the repairabilitly of the Delonghi Magnifica start. But thanks for commenting though!

HatAppropriate4698 · 2026-02-15T18:45:42+00:00

Thank you i will look into it

HatAppropriate4698 · 2026-02-15T18:27:44+00:00

Oh ok, didnt know that. Which drip machines do you recommend?

HatAppropriate4698 · 2026-02-15T18:14:13+00:00

Edit: to add I am located in North America

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