Which vacuum brand is more reliable? Side-by-side comparison based on 5,922 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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Miele is significantly more repairable at 64.9% vs Dyson's 48.7%. That 16-point gap means a Miele vacuum that breaks is much more likely to be fixed rather than scrapped. Miele vacuums tend to last longer before needing repair (10.2 years vs 7.2), suggesting better build quality or more invested owners. They break in different ways. Dyson's most common issue is Battery/Power (18.9%), while Miele mostly comes in for Motor (12%).
If durability matters most:
Miele leads in both repairability and longevity, making it the stronger pick if you want a vacuum that lasts and can be fixed when it doesn't. Dyson may still win on features or price for your specific use case.
Based on 5,922 real repair records from community repair events. Scroll down for the full data breakdown.
Head-to-head reliability data for Dyson vs Miele vacuums, based on 5,922 community repair records. Miele leads on fix rate (64.9% vs 48.7%).
| Metric | Dyson | Miele |
|---|---|---|
| Fix Rate | 48.7% | 64.9% |
| ValueCost per reliability point | $6.66/pt | $20.64/pt |
| Top Failure | Battery/Power (18.9%) | Motor (12%) |
| Sample Size | 3,232 | 2,690 |
| Avg. Age at Repair | 7.2 years | 10.2 years |
Like-for-like pricing across product tiers. Prices are approximate.
Premium
No premium vacuum from Dyson
Miele
Complete C3 Marin
Below 30-day avg
Based on 5,922 repair records, Miele is more reliable with a 64.9% fix rate vs 48.7% for Dyson.
Dyson's top issues are battery/power and motor. Miele's top issues are motor and electrical.
Miele devices tend to last longer, averaging 10.2 years before first repair vs 7.2 years for Dyson.
If durability is your priority, Miele edges ahead with a higher fix rate, meaning repairs are more likely to succeed when needed. The best choice still depends on your specific model and usage.
Brand averages only go so far. Your specific model matters too. See repair costs, repairability scores, and failure data for individual vacuums.
Value
Dyson
Ball Animal 3
Below 30-day avg
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