Which vacuum brand is more reliable? Side-by-side comparison based on 2,090 real repair records from community repair events.
Data from openrepair.org (CC BY-SA 4.0) · 15,653 total vacuum records
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AEG and Bosch have nearly identical fix rates (61.4% vs 58.6%), so when something breaks, both brands are equally likely to be repaired successfully. Both brands show similar longevity, with vacuums typically coming in for repair around 6.8 years old. They break in different ways. AEG's most common issue is Motor (8.1%), while Bosch mostly comes in for Battery/Power (10.4%).
If durability matters most:
Both brands perform similarly on durability. Choose based on features, price, and the specific model. Our data comes from 2,090 real repair records, so this tie is meaningful.
Based on 2,090 real repair records from community repair events. Scroll down for the full data breakdown.
Head-to-head reliability data for AEG vs Bosch vacuums, based on 2,090 community repair records. Bosch leads on fix rate (58.6% vs 61.4%).
| Metric | AEG | Bosch |
|---|---|---|
| Fix Rate | 61.4% | 58.6% |
| ValueCost per reliability point | $3.25/pt | $1.41/pt |
| Top Failure | Motor (8.1%) | Battery/Power (10.4%) |
| Sample Size | 1,018 | 1,072 |
| Avg. Age at Repair | 6.8 years | 6.7 years |
Like-for-like pricing across product tiers. Prices are approximate.
Value
AEG
AB61H6SW Plastic Vacuum Cleaner
Bosch
AEG and Bosch show similar reliability, with fix rates of 61.4% and 58.6% respectively, based on 2,090 community repair records.
AEG's top issues are motor and electrical. Bosch's top issues are battery/power and motor.
Both brands show similar longevity, with devices averaging around 6.8 years before needing repair.
Both AEG and Bosch show very similar durability metrics. Choose based on features, price, and specific model reviews rather than brand-level reliability alone.
Brand averages only go so far. Your specific model matters too. See repair costs, repairability scores, and failure data for individual vacuums.
| French Repairability IndexGovernment-mandated, 0-10 |
|---|
| N/A |
| 9.8/10avg of 29 models |
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Below 30-day avg
Budget
No budget vacuum from AEG
Bosch
00775854 Dishwasher Cutlery Drawer Complete w/insert
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