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Avg. price:~£160Suction power (AW):?Battery runtime:N/A minutesCapacity:3.5 LWeight:5.6 kg

Miele Guard S1 Review: Compare 52 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Vacuum Cleaners category and whether it is worth buying.

6.0

Overall score

Score
6.0/ 10
✕
What it is
An overall evaluation of the vacuum cleaner's quality, based on technical analysis and user reviews.
When it matters
When you need a quick reference for identifying the best vacuum cleaners on the market.
Score distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 95% of models
Score components

80%

6.3

Technical Score

20%

5.0

User score

▼Worse than 95% of vacuum-cleaners
6.3

Technical Score

Technical score
6.3/ 10
✕
What it is
An assessment of the vacuum cleaner's technical performance across six key areas: performance, battery and power supply, filtration, attachments, design, and smart features.
When it matters
When you want to compare vacuum cleaners by cleaning performance, specifications, and available features.
Score distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 69% of models
Score components

28%

7.2

Performance

22%

4.4

Battery

18%

7.5

Filtration

14%

7.9

Attachments

10%

4.9

Design

8%

4.0

Smart features

▼Worse than 69% of vacuum-cleaners
5.0

User score

User score
5.0/ 10
✕
What it is
A rating that combines user reviews with the total number of reviews received by the vacuum cleaner.
When it matters
When you want to know how a vacuum cleaner performs in everyday use and how reliable owners find it over time.
Score distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 99% of models
Score components

70%

6.2

User ratings

30%

2.2

Number of reviews

Based on 2 buyer reviews from online shops.
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How we calculate this
User ratings – average star rating across all shop listings, weighted by how many reviews each has, on a 1–10 scale.
Number of reviews – how many buyer reviews the product has, on a logarithmic scale; the 8% most-reviewed models in the category get 10.
▼Worse than 99% of vacuum-cleaners
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Verdict

The Miele Guard S1 is a compact, entry-level bagged canister vacuum cleaner featuring an 890-watt PowerLine motor, a 3.5-litre HyClean Pure TU dustbag capacity, and an AirClean filtration system that retains 99.99% of fine dust. Weighing approximately 5.6 kg, it is highly maneuverable with its 3-point 360-degree swivel castors and offers a 10-metre operating radius with a 7.5-metre power cord and automatic rewind. Main pros include its exceptionally lightweight and space-saving build, strong suction performance on bare floors and flat rugs managed via a 4-stage rotary selector, and a durable EasySlide telescopic stainless steel wand. However, notable cons include its sub-optimal performance on plush carpets, a power cord that is shorter than previous Miele generations, and the requirement to bend down to adjust the suction dial rather than having handle-integrated or foot-activated controls.

Technical Specifications of vacuum cleaner Miele Guard S1

Technical Score
Technical score
6.3/ 10
✕
What it is
An assessment of the vacuum cleaner's technical performance across six key areas: performance, battery and power supply, filtration, attachments, design, and smart features.
When it matters
When you want to compare vacuum cleaners by cleaning performance, specifications, and available features.
Score distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 69% of models
Score components:

28%

7.2

Performance

22%

4.4

Battery

18%

7.5

Filtration

14%

7.9

Attachments

10%

4.9

Design

8%

4.0

Smart features

6.3
Miele Guard S1 has a technical score of 6.3 points, which is lower than 69.3% of vacuum cleaners.
User score
User score
5.0/ 10
✕
What it is
A rating that combines user reviews with the total number of reviews received by the vacuum cleaner.
When it matters
When you want to know how a vacuum cleaner performs in everyday use and how reliable owners find it over time.
Score distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 99% of models
Score components

70%

6.2

User ratings

30%

2.2

Number of reviews

Based on 2 buyer reviews from online shops.
Read buyer reviews on Amazon →
How we calculate this
User ratings – average star rating across all shop listings, weighted by how many reviews each has, on a 1–10 scale.
Number of reviews – how many buyer reviews the product has, on a logarithmic scale; the 8% most-reviewed models in the category get 10.
5.0
Miele Guard S1 has a user score of 4.99 points, which is lower than 99.7% of vacuum cleaners.
Popularity
Popularity
2.2/ 10
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What it is
An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the vacuum cleaner.
When it matters
When you prefer a vacuum cleaner that has been chosen and reviewed by many other buyers.
Score distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 61% of models
Popularity:
Miele Guard S1 has a popularity score of 2.2 points, which is lower than 60.3% of vacuum cleaners.
2.2
Miele Guard S1 has a popularity score of 2.2 points, which is lower than 60.3% of vacuum cleaners.
Ratio quality/price
Value for money
7.1/ 10
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What it is
An indicator that combines the vacuum cleaner's overall score with its price.
When it matters
When you are looking for a vacuum cleaner with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 96% of models
Score components:

60%

6.0

Overall score

40%

9.7

Price

7.1
Miele Guard S1 has a value-for-money score of 7.1 points, which is lower than 92.5% of vacuum cleaners.
Suction power (AW)
?
Suction power (kPa)
20.59 kPa
Suction power (kPa)
20.59 kPa
▲ Better than 60% of models
Market range: <11 kPa – >30 kPa
This vacuum cleaner has a suction pressure of 20.59 kPa, which is higher than that of 60.1% of vacuum cleaners.
Airflow
?
Motor type
powerline
Power consumption
890 W
Power consumption
890 W
▼ Worse than 86% of models
Market range: <165 W – >899 W
This vacuum cleaner draws 890 W, which is higher than the power consumption of 86% of vacuum cleaners and equal to that of 2.6% of vacuum cleaners.
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Cordless
no
Cordless
no
▼ Worse than 50% of models
This vacuum cleaner does not work cordlessly. 49.5% of vacuum cleaners offer cordless operation.
Battery runtime
N/A
Charging time
N/A
Battery capacity
N/A
Battery voltage
N/A
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Filter class
airclean
Filter class
airclean
▼ Worse than 87% of models
This vacuum cleaner uses filter class airclean, which is less advanced than the class used by 86.9% of vacuum cleaners and the same as the class used by 1.1% of vacuum cleaners.
Minimum overall efficiency
?
Suitable for allergy sufferers
yes
Suitable for allergy sufferers
yes
▲ Better than 18% of models
This vacuum cleaner is suitable for allergy sufferers. 82.4% of vacuum cleaners are allergy-friendly.
Capacity
3.5 L
Capacity
3.5 L
▲ Better than 85% of models
Market range: <0.44 L – >4 L
This vacuum cleaner has a dust capacity of 3.5 L, which is larger than that of 85% of vacuum cleaners and equal to that of 4.5% of vacuum cleaners.
Bagless
no
Bagless
no
▼ Worse than 79% of models
This vacuum cleaner does not use a bagless design. 78.6% of vacuum cleaners use this setup.
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Main brush type
classic
Roller type
none
Anti-tangle brush
no
Anti-tangle brush
no
▼ Worse than 26% of models
This vacuum cleaner does not include an anti-tangle brush. 25.7% of vacuum cleaners include this feature.
Standard combo floorhead only.
Mini motorized brush
no
Mini motorized brush
no
▼ Worse than 27% of models
This vacuum cleaner does not include a mini motorized brush. 26.9% of vacuum cleaners include this attachment.
Suitable for pet owners
yes
Suitable for pet owners
yes
▲ Better than 28% of models
This vacuum cleaner is suitable for pet owners. 72% of vacuum cleaners handle pet hair well.
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Vacuum type
canister
Weight
5.6 kg
Weight
5.6 kg
▼ Worse than 77% of models
Market range: <2.15 kg – >7.1 kg
This vacuum cleaner weighs 5.6 kg, which is greater than the weight of 77% of vacuum cleaners and equal to that of 0.6% of vacuum cleaners.
2-in-1 design
no
2-in-1 design
no
▼ Worse than 53% of models
This vacuum cleaner does not offer a 2-in-1 design. 53% of vacuum cleaners offer this flexible format.
Self-standing
no
Self-standing
no
▼ Worse than 19% of models
This vacuum cleaner does not stand on its own. 18.9% of vacuum cleaners offer this convenience.
Adjustable tube height
yes
Adjustable tube height
yes
▲ Better than 53% of models
This vacuum cleaner includes adjustable tube height. 47.4% of vacuum cleaners offer this ergonomic feature.
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Auto suction adjustment
no
Auto suction adjustment
no
▼ Worse than 20% of models
This vacuum cleaner does not support automatic suction adjustment. 19.9% of vacuum cleaners support this feature.
Dust particle sensor
no
Dust particle sensor
no
▼ Worse than 8% of models
This vacuum cleaner does not include a dust particle sensor. 8% of vacuum cleaners include this feature.
LED display
no
LED display
no
▼ Worse than 26% of models
This vacuum cleaner does not include an LED display. 25.9% of vacuum cleaners include this interface feature.
Nozzle light
no
Nozzle light
no
▼ Worse than 43% of models
This vacuum cleaner does not include a nozzle light. 43.4% of vacuum cleaners include this visibility feature.
Mopping support
no
Mopping support
no
▼ Worse than 4% of models
This vacuum cleaner does not support mopping. 3.7% of vacuum cleaners support this multi-function feature.

Miele Guard S1 vs the average vacuum cleaner

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  • Includes parquet brush
    Parquet brush
    yes
    ▲ Better than 77% of models
    This vacuum cleaner includes a parquet brush, the average vacuum cleaner does not.
  • Includes full bin indicator
    Full bin indicator
    yes
    ▲ Better than 73% of models
    This vacuum cleaner includes a full bin indicator, the average vacuum cleaner does not.
  • 2 more power levels
    Number of speeds
    4
    ▲ Better than 85% of models
    Market range: <1 – >4
    This vacuum cleaner offers more speed levels than the average vacuum cleaner (4 vs 2).
    4 vs 2
  • 2.5 L larger dust container
    Capacity
    3.5 L
    ▲ Better than 85% of models
    Market range: <0.44 L – >4 L
    This vacuum cleaner has a larger dust capacity than the average vacuum cleaner (3.5 L vs 1 L).
    3.5 L vs 1 L
  • Adjustable tube height
    Adjustable tube height
    yes
    ▲ Better than 53% of models
    This vacuum cleaner has adjustable tube height, the average vacuum cleaner does not.
  • Newer release date
    Release date
    2025
    ★ Better than 91% of models
    Market range: <2k – >2k
    This vacuum cleaner has a newer release date than the average vacuum cleaner (2025 vs 2021).
    2025 vs 2021
  • 1 m longer power cord
    Power cord length
    7.5 m
    ▲ Better than 62% of models
    Market range: <5 m – >9.3 m
    This vacuum cleaner has a longer power cord than the average vacuum cleaner (7.5 m vs 6.5 m).
    7.5 m vs 6.5 m
  • 20 mm wider cleaning path
    Cleaning path width
    280 mm
    ▲ Better than 66% of models
    Market range: <230 mm – >309 mm
    This vacuum cleaner has a wider cleaning path than the average vacuum cleaner (280 mm vs 260 mm).
    280 mm vs 260 mm
  • 2 more power levels
    Number of speeds
    4
    ▲ Better than 85% of models
    Market range: <1 – >4
    This vacuum cleaner offers more speed levels than the average vacuum cleaner (4 vs 2).
    4 vs 2
  • 20 mm wider cleaning path
    Cleaning path width
    280 mm
    ▲ Better than 66% of models
    Market range: <230 mm – >309 mm
    This vacuum cleaner has a wider cleaning path than the average vacuum cleaner (280 mm vs 260 mm).
    280 mm vs 260 mm
  • 0.59 kPa higher suction pressure
    Suction power (kPa)
    20.59 kPa
    ▲ Better than 60% of models
    Market range: <11 kPa – >30 kPa
    This vacuum cleaner has higher suction pressure than the average vacuum cleaner (20.6 kPa vs 20 kPa).
    20.59 kPa vs 20 kPa
  • Less operating noise
    Noise level (Min-Max)
    75-76 dB
    ▲ Better than 68% of models
    Market range: <65 dB – >83 dB
    This vacuum cleaner is quieter than the average vacuum cleaner (75-76 dB vs 77-77 dB).
    75-76 dB vs 77-77 dB
  • 1 m longer power cord
    Power cord length
    7.5 m
    ▲ Better than 62% of models
    Market range: <5 m – >9.3 m
    This vacuum cleaner has a longer power cord than the average vacuum cleaner (7.5 m vs 6.5 m).
    7.5 m vs 6.5 m
  • Includes full bin indicator
    Full bin indicator
    yes
    ▲ Better than 73% of models
    This vacuum cleaner includes a full bin indicator, the average vacuum cleaner does not.
  • 2.5 L larger dust container
    Capacity
    3.5 L
    ▲ Better than 85% of models
    Market range: <0.44 L – >4 L
    This vacuum cleaner has a larger dust capacity than the average vacuum cleaner (3.5 L vs 1 L).
    3.5 L vs 1 L
  • Includes parquet brush
    Parquet brush
    yes
    ▲ Better than 77% of models
    This vacuum cleaner includes a parquet brush, the average vacuum cleaner does not.
  • Adjustable tube height
    Adjustable tube height
    yes
    ▲ Better than 53% of models
    This vacuum cleaner has adjustable tube height, the average vacuum cleaner does not.
  • Newer release date
    Release date
    2025
    ★ Better than 91% of models
    Market range: <2k – >2k
    This vacuum cleaner has a newer release date than the average vacuum cleaner (2025 vs 2021).
    2025 vs 2021
  • No handheld conversion
    2-in-1 design
    no
    ▼ Worse than 53% of models
    This vacuum cleaner does not have a 2-in-1 design, the average vacuum cleaner does.
  • 54.7% higher weight
    Weight
    5.6 kg
    ▼ Worse than 77% of models
    Market range: <2.15 kg – >7.1 kg
    This vacuum cleaner is heavier than the average vacuum cleaner (5.6 kg vs 3.62 kg).
    5.6 kg vs 3.62 kg
  • No bagless design
    Bagless
    no
    ▼ Worse than 79% of models
    This vacuum cleaner does not use a bagless design, the average vacuum cleaner does.
  • No washable filter
    Washable filter
    no
    ▼ Worse than 85% of models
    This vacuum cleaner does not include a washable filter, the average vacuum cleaner does.
  • No cyclonic technology
    Cyclonic technology
    no
    ▼ Worse than 71% of models
    This vacuum cleaner does not use cyclonic technology, the average vacuum cleaner does.
  • 160 mm wider body
    Width
    425 mm
    ▼ Worse than 96% of models
    Market range: <229 mm – >350 mm
    This vacuum cleaner is wider than the average vacuum cleaner (425 mm vs 265 mm).
    425 mm vs 265 mm
  • 290 W higher power consumption
    Power consumption
    890 W
    ▼ Worse than 86% of models
    Market range: <165 W – >899 W
    This vacuum cleaner draws more power than the average vacuum cleaner (890 W vs 600 W).
    890 W vs 600 W
  • Lower filter class
    Filter class
    airclean
    ▼ Worse than 87% of models
    This vacuum cleaner uses a lower filter class than the average vacuum cleaner (airclean vs hepa).
    airclean vs hepa
  • 7.6% worse value for money
    Miele Guard S1 offers worse value for money than the average vacuum cleaner (7.11 vs 7.6).
    7.11 vs 7.65
  • 60.2% lower user score
    User score
    5.0/ 10
    ✕
    What it is
    A rating that combines user reviews with the total number of reviews received by the vacuum cleaner.
    When it matters
    When you want to know how a vacuum cleaner performs in everyday use and how reliable owners find it over time.
    Score distribution
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    ▼
    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    Miele Guard S1
    the average vacuum cleaner
    ▼ Worse than 88% of models
    Miele Guard S1 has a lower user score than the average vacuum cleaner (4.99 vs 8.000).
    4.99 vs 8
  • No cyclonic technology
    Cyclonic technology
    no
    ▼ Worse than 71% of models
    This vacuum cleaner does not use cyclonic technology, the average vacuum cleaner does.
  • 290 W higher power consumption
    Power consumption
    890 W
    ▼ Worse than 86% of models
    Market range: <165 W – >899 W
    This vacuum cleaner draws more power than the average vacuum cleaner (890 W vs 600 W).
    890 W vs 600 W
  • No bagless design
    Bagless
    no
    ▼ Worse than 79% of models
    This vacuum cleaner does not use a bagless design, the average vacuum cleaner does.
  • No washable filter
    Washable filter
    no
    ▼ Worse than 85% of models
    This vacuum cleaner does not include a washable filter, the average vacuum cleaner does.
  • Lower filter class
    Filter class
    airclean
    ▼ Worse than 87% of models
    This vacuum cleaner uses a lower filter class than the average vacuum cleaner (airclean vs hepa).
    airclean vs hepa
  • No handheld conversion
    2-in-1 design
    no
    ▼ Worse than 53% of models
    This vacuum cleaner does not have a 2-in-1 design, the average vacuum cleaner does.
  • 54.7% higher weight
    Weight
    5.6 kg
    ▼ Worse than 77% of models
    Market range: <2.15 kg – >7.1 kg
    This vacuum cleaner is heavier than the average vacuum cleaner (5.6 kg vs 3.62 kg).
    5.6 kg vs 3.62 kg
  • 160 mm wider body
    Width
    425 mm
    ▼ Worse than 96% of models
    Market range: <229 mm – >350 mm
    This vacuum cleaner is wider than the average vacuum cleaner (425 mm vs 265 mm).
    425 mm vs 265 mm

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Third-party reviews

Based on 2 buyer reviews from online shops.
Reviews last updated: July 2026 · How we calculate this
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What customers like about Miele Guard S1?

  • Powerful suction performance across multiple power settings
  • Lightweight and compact design making it easy to carry and store
  • Highly maneuverable due to its smooth-rolling swivel casters
  • Quiet operation compared to many traditional barrel vacuums
  • Excellent AirClean filtration system retaining up to 99.99% of dust
  • Durable and reliable build quality consistent with the Miele brand

What customers dislike about Miele Guard S1?

  • High ongoing costs for replacement dust bags and filters
  • The standard floorhead struggles to pick up large debris on hard floors
  • Lacks internal storage for extra component attachments
  • Not well-suited for medium to high-pile carpets without buying a separate turbo brush
  • Smaller dust bag capacity limits extended cleaning sessions in larger homes
  • The power cord is shorter than on premium Miele models

Expert reviews

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