Miele Complete C3 (Cat and Dog Vs. Brilliant) Canister Vacuums | Differences & Comparison

Miele Cat & Dog Vs. Miele Brilliant Canister Vacuum (Differences): The Miele C3 Cat & Dog and Brilliant models are German engineered high end canister vacuums built to last. These are our highest rated canister vacuums. Both are bagged vacuums, that come with motorized brushrolls, and a parquet hard floor brush. Both vacuums run quieter than competitor vacuums, as they are sound insulated.

The Cat & Dog and Brilliant also have an AirClean Sealed systems with an Active HEPA Filter to output cleaner air. Both use GN bags with 9 stages of filtration. Both Models have Motorized Floor tools, with the ability to turn off the brushroll from the handle. Both are capable of handling thicker carpeting. Both have premium footswitch pedals (the Brilliant adds full handle controls).

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The main differences between the Miele Cat & Dog and Miele Brilliant canisters are: Both canister vacuums have motorized brushrolls, the Cat & Dog has the SEB228 Powered Brushroll while the Brilliant has the SEB236 Powered Brushroll which also adds LED headlights.

The Cat & Dog exclusively includes a Handheld Pet Turbobrush and an AirClean filter with activated carbon to trap pet odors and allergens. The Brilliant has no pet tool, and has a regular HEPA filter.

All of the rest of the differences are in favor of the Brilliant. The Brilliant is Miele’s top-of-the-line canister. It adds Velvet bumpers to protect your furniture, has an underbody lighting system, helping to park your vacuum in dark closets, has a longer warranty, and is the only Miele C3 canister with illuminated full controls in the handle. The Brilliant also has an extra LED Spotlight in the handle. See the comparison chart below for key features.

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Miele C3 Cat & Dog Vs. the Miele C3 Brilliant

* Bagged Upright * 4.9 Stars Rating * Stainless Steel Wand * Motorized Powerhead * 1200 Watt Motor * SEB228 Powerbrush * Pet Turbobrush * 7 Year Motor Warranty * Activated Charcoal Filter * Sealed Air System * Brushroll Controls * Six Power Settings * – – – * – – – * – – – * – – – * – – – * Parquet Soft Brush * 4.76 Quart Dust Bags * Quiet Operation * 23 foot cord * 36 foot total reach * Auto Cord Rewind * 12 lbs. Miele Cat & Dog

* Bagged Upright * 4.9 Stars Rating * Stainless Steel Wand * Motorized Powerhead * 1200 Watt Motor * SEB236 Powerbrush * – – – * 10 Year Motor Warranty * Active HEPA Filter * Sealed Air System * Brushroll Controls * Six Power Settings * LED Headlights * Intelligent “Auto” * Illuminated Parking * 3D Velvet Bumper * Full Handle Controls * Parquet Soft Brush * 4.76 Quart Dust Bags * Quiet Operation * 23 foot cord * 36 foot total reach * Auto Cord Rewind * 12 lbs. Miele Brilliant

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What makes Miele Unique- Main Differences: Miele vacuums have many high end features that many other vacuums don’t have, including Dyson. Multiple Suction Power Settings: This allows you to vacuum delicate areas with reduced suction. Quieter Vacuums: Miele vacuums are relatively quiet compared to other vacuums, and can be quieter when you turn down the power.

Miele uses stainless steel instead of cheaper materials like plastic or aluminum for its wands. Miele also uses rubber wheels, which will not mar or scratch hardwood floors. Many of the canisters come with a Parquet hardwood floor brush. Miele uses a sealed system and hygienically sealed multi-layer bags, so no dust goes in the air when vacuuming or when emptying the bag into the trash. Great for those with allergies. Miele tests its vacuums to last 20 years. Miele will far outlast cheaper vacuums.

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Bottom Line: Miele Cat & Dog Vs. Brilliant – Both the Miele Cat & Dog and Brilliant are highly capable high end premium vacuums, manufactured with the highest quality components, which is why these models are pricey. Both have powerful motorized floor tools for carpeting. The pet centric Cat & Dog includes a turbo pet tool, and an activated charcoal filter (to absorb and contain odors and allergens).

The Brilliant is a luxury canister, with a velvet bumper system to protect furniture even better than the Cat & Dog model. The Brilliant also has an underbody lighting system, that assists with easy storage, closets or other dark areas. The Brilliant has a longer 10 year motor/casing warranty. The brilliant is also the only Miele canister with illuminated full controls right in the handle. While the Brilliant is the top of the line Miele canister with many luxury features, the Cat & Dog may offer a better value, especially for those with pets.

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