Miele Powerhouse S184 Review

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This page is part of a larger ConsumerSearch report on Vacuum Cleaners which includes more reviews, analysis and a summary of the top-rated models.

What the reviewers like:
The Miele Powerhouse S184 upright vacuum is said to do a good job cleaning carpeting and hard floors. It has a long hose, full-bag alert and a HEPA filter, and one source says it's easier to store than most upright vacuums.

What the reviewers don't like:
Although this vacuum has a long hose, reviews say it's also unstable when the hose is extended, causing the canister to tip over. Reviewers note the lack of certain features, such as suction control or an upholstery tool. Other vacuums get better reviews overall.

Miele Powerhouse S184 review highlights

Overall, reviews are mixed about the Miele Powerhouse S184 vacuum cleaner. This upright vacuum does a good job cleaning carpeting and hard floors, and it has a longer hose than most other models. However, reviewers say it's unstable when its hose is extended, and it lacks features like suction control or an upholstery tool. Miele canister vacuums get better reviews overall than this upright.

We found the best review of the Miele Powerhouse S184 at Consumer Reports, which includes this vacuum in its latest roundup. The Miele is also discussed by AllergyBuyersClub.com, which lists this vacuum's pros and cons. Unfortunately, very few owners have posted comments about the Miele S184 vacuum to sites like Amazon.com and Epinions.

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Miele Powerhouse S184 Reviews

*In order of credibility (see our Ratings Criteria).

1. Consumer Reports
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Editors of Consumer Reports
Mar. 2007

Consumer Reports runs 65 upright and canister vacuums, including the Miele Powerhouse S184, over the equivalent of 11 miles of carpet and bare floor, then rates them for cleaning ability, noise, emissions and ease of use. This is easily the most credible vacuum review we found.

2. Allergy Buyers Club.com
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Editors of AllergyBuyersClub.com

Although AllergyBuyersClub.com is a retail site, the editors don't only have praise for the vacuums they sell. The Miele Powerhouse is recommended as a good value for the price, but its drawbacks include an awkward hose and a finicky foot pedal. The Miele is also said to be easier to store than most upright vacuums.

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