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Miele Classic C1 vs Complete C3 Alize

Which Vacuum Is Better?

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    Main Differences
    Design
      Build QualityUser MaintenanceRecurring CostStoringDirt CompartmentIn The BoxRangePortabilityBatteryQuality Of Life FeaturesTools And BrushesAlternative Configuration
    Performance
      Hard Floor PickupHigh-Pile Carpet PickupLow-Pile Carpet PickupPet Hair PickupSuctionAirflowNoiseManeuverabilityPet Hair Furniture PerformanceAir QualityCracksStainsWater
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Miele Classic C1
Miele Complete C3 Alize

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Miele Classic C1 Picture

Track

Miele Complete C3 Alize Picture

Track

Wet Compatible
No
Vacuum Type
Canister
Bagless
No
Cordless
No
Anti-Allergy Filter (HEPA)
No
Wet Compatible
No
Vacuum Type
Canister
Bagless
No
Cordless
No
Anti-Allergy Filter (HEPA)
Yes
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Our Verdict

Miele Classic C1

Miele Complete C3 Alize

The Miele Complete C3 Alize is a better overall canister vacuum than the Miele Classic C1. The Complete C3 performs better on all surface types, is more maneuverable, and comes with a HEPA filter. It also feels better built and slightly quieter. However, it's a bit heavier than the Classic C1.

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Variants

  • Classic C1 Turbo Team PowerLine (Blue)
  • Classic C1 Pure Suction PowerLine (Graphite)
  • Complete C3 Brilliant (Bronze Pearl)
  • Complete C3 Calima (Curry Yellow)

Review

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Red
Classic C1 HomeCare PowerLine
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Red
Complete C3 HomeCare+
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Red
Classic C1 Cat & Dog PowerLine
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Bronze Pearl
Complete C3 Brilliant
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Blue
Classic C1 Turbo Team PowerLine
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Curry Yellow
Complete C3 Calima
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Graphite
Classic C1 Pure Suction PowerLine
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Ivory White
Complete C3 Alize
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White
Classic C1 Cat & Dog PowerLine
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Lotus White
Complete C3 Cat & Dog
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Marine Blue
Complete C3 Marin
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Obsidian Black
Complete C3 Kona
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Petrol
Complete C3 Alize
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Main Differences for
Bare Floor

Threshold 

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Bare Floor 
 

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Design

Build Quality 
 

N/A
N/A

Build Quality Picture  

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Vacuum Type 
 

Locked
Locked
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User Maintenance 
 

N/A
N/A

Maintenance Picture  

Miele Classic C1 Maintenance Picture Sample

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Brushroll Cleaning Video  

Miele Classic C1 Brushroll Cleaning Video Sample

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Recurring Cost 
 

N/A
N/A

Recurring Cost Picture  

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Bag Part Number  

Locked
Locked

Filter Part Number  

Locked
Locked

HEPA Filter Part Number  

Locked
Locked
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Storing 
 

N/A
N/A

Storing Picture  

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Height 
 

Lock" (Lock cm)
Lock" (Lock cm)

Width 
 

Lock" (Lock cm)
Lock" (Lock cm)

Depth 
 

Lock" (Lock cm)
Lock" (Lock cm)

Cord Storing 
 

Locked
Locked

On-Board Tool Storage 
 

Locked
Locked

Vacuum Rack/Station 
 

Locked
Locked
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Dirt Compartment 
 

N/A
N/A

Dirt Compartment Picture  

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Bagless 
 

Locked
Locked

Volume 
 

Lock gal (Lock L)
Lock gal (Lock L)

Full Indicator 
 

Locked
Locked

Bag Included 
 

Locked
Locked
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In The Box 
 

In The Box Picture  

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Range 
 

N/A
N/A

Cordless 
 

Locked
Locked

Cord Length 
 

Lock ft (Lock m)
Lock ft (Lock m)

Hose Length 
 

Lock ft (Lock m)
Lock ft (Lock m)

Minimum Wand Length 
 

Lock ft (Lock m)
Lock ft (Lock m)

Maximum Wand Length 
 

Lock ft (Lock m)
Lock ft (Lock m)

Total Range 
 

Lock ft (Lock m)
Lock ft (Lock m)
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Portability 
 

N/A
N/A

Total Weight 
 

Lock lbs (Lock kg)
Lock lbs (Lock kg)

Weight In Hand 
 

Lock lbs (Lock kg)
Lock lbs (Lock kg)

Carrying handle 
 

Locked
Locked
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Battery 
 

N/A
N/A

Minimum Battery Life 
 

N/A
N/A

Maximum Battery Life 
 

N/A
N/A

Recharge Time 
 

N/A
N/A

Recharge Dock 
 

Locked
Locked

Battery Life Indicator 
 

Locked
Locked

Removable Batteries 
 

Locked
Locked
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Quality Of Life Features 
 

Picture Of Controls  

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Rotating Head 
 

Locked
Locked

Power Adjustment 
 

Locked
Locked

Self-Propelled 
 

Locked
Locked

Headlights 
 

Locked
Locked

Easy On/Off 
 

Locked
Locked

Head Surface Type Adjustment 
 

Locked
Locked
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Tools And Brushes 
 

Tools And Brush Picture  

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Brushroll 
 

Locked
Locked

Brushroll On/Off 
 

Locked
Locked

Removable Brushroll 
 

Locked
Locked

Turbo Brush 
 

Locked
Locked

Crevice Tool 
 

Locked
Locked

Upholstery Tool 
 

Locked
Locked

Soft Bristle Brush 
 

Locked
Locked

Hard Bristle Brush 
 

Locked
Locked

Extension Wand 
 

Locked
Locked

Ceiling Fan Tool 
 

Locked
Locked

Pet Grooming Tool 
 

Locked
Locked
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Alternative Configuration 
 

Alternative Configuration Photo 1  

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Alternative Configuration Photo 2  

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Blower Mode 
 

Locked
Locked
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Performance

Hard Floor Pickup 
 

N/A
N/A

Hard Floor Pickup video  

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Hard Floor Pickup Post Test  

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High-Pile Carpet Pickup 
 

N/A
N/A

High-Pile Carpet Pickup Video  

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High-Pile Carpet Pickup Post Test  

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Low-Pile Carpet Pickup 
 

N/A
N/A

Low-Pile Carpet Pickup Video  

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Low-Pile Carpet Pickup Post Test  

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Pet Hair Pickup 
 

N/A
N/A

Pet Hair Pickup Video  

Miele Classic C1 Pet Hair Pickup Video Sample

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Pet Hair Pickup Post Test  

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Suction 
 

N/A
N/A

Suction Video  

Miele Classic C1 Suction Video Sample

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Maximum Hose Suction 
 

Lock inH₂O (Lock kPa)
Lock inH₂O (Lock kPa)

Maximum Head Suction 
 

Lock inH₂O (Lock kPa)
Lock inH₂O (Lock kPa)

Normal Head Suction 
 

Lock inH₂O (Lock kPa)
Lock inH₂O (Lock kPa)

Setting Used For Normal  

Locked
Locked

Hose Diameter 
 

Lock" (Lock cm)
Lock" (Lock cm)
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Airflow 
 

N/A
N/A

Maximum Airflow Video  

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Maximum Hose Airflow 
 

Lock CFM (Lock m³/min)
Lock CFM (Lock m³/min)
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Noise 
 

N/A
N/A

Noise Video 
 

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Bare Floor 
 

Lock dBA
Lock dBA

Low-Pile Carpet 
 

Lock dBA
Lock dBA
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Maneuverability 
 

N/A
N/A

Maneuverability Video  

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Pet Hair Furniture Performance 
 

N/A
N/A

Sofa Pickup Video  

Miele Classic C1 Sofa Pickup Video Sample

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Sofa Pickup Post Test  

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Air Quality 
 

Sealing Quality Video  

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Anti-Allergy Filter (HEPA) 
 

Locked
Locked
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Cracks 
 

N/A
N/A

Cracks Video  

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Wood Cracks Post Test  

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Stains 
 

N/A
N/A

Stain Video  

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Stain Pickup Post Test  

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Water 
 

N/A
N/A

Wet Compatible 
 

Locked
Locked

Water Video  

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Water Pickup Post Test  

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Red
Classic C1 HomeCare PowerLine
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Complete C3 HomeCare+
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Red
Classic C1 Cat & Dog PowerLine
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Bronze Pearl
Complete C3 Brilliant
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Blue
Classic C1 Turbo Team PowerLine
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Curry Yellow
Complete C3 Calima
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Graphite
Classic C1 Pure Suction PowerLine
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Ivory White
Complete C3 Alize
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White
Classic C1 Cat & Dog PowerLine
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Lotus White
Complete C3 Cat & Dog
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Marine Blue
Complete C3 Marin
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Obsidian Black
Complete C3 Kona
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Petrol
Complete C3 Alize
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