Selling appliance parts gives us an insight into the reliability and maintenance costs of different vacuum cleaner brands.
In this article we're looking at Miele and we will consider:
- Cost and availability of spare parts
- Known issues
- Ongoing costs
Miele vacuum cleaners
People love their Miele vacuum cleaners, and generally seem happy to spend more on what seems to be a quality appliance.
Cost and availability of Miele spare parts
Parts supply in New Zealand is very good. For anything you might break or lose (like a hose, hose-handle or floor tool), you will usually find it in stock at Need A Part. If it's not in stock, it's usually available in a few days as the New Zealand-based supplier has good stocks.
However, Miele vacuum cleaner parts are expensive. They can be 50% more expensive than equivalent parts from other vacuum cleaner brands.
Known issues
The Miele vacuum cleaner hose-handle is one of our best-selling products. We're not entirely sure what happens to these hose-handles, but they do sell at a higher rate than other brands. However, it is worth pointing out that you can get a cheaper alternative if you prefer.
The Miele vacuum cleaner bag holder is another part that people seem to need, but that's relatively inexpensive.
Ongoing costs
Bags and filters need regular replacement, and Miele ones tend to be more expensive than other brands. However, there is usually an alternative if you don't want to spend big on the genuine originals. Filta produce generic replacement vacuum cleaner bags, which you've probably seen in your local supermarket
So, are Miele vacuum cleaners the best?
If you want to consider other factors like price and performance, make sure you visit our friends at Consumer NZ to read their comprehensive guide of vacuum cleaners. From our perspective, Miele is the one of the best vacuum cleaner brands for parts availability. You will be paying a premium for parts and consumables, but perhaps that's to be expected given the initial cost of Miele vacuum cleaners.