Want long-term reliability without overpaying for gimmicks.
Damaged power cord where it enters the handle.Automatic height adjustment not working correctly.
Not picking up like it once was.Difficult to push on the carpet (especially deep pile carpet).No power at all when you switch it on.
Smoke, smell, or ominous rumbling from the motor.Red ‘bag full’ warning light illuminated when the bag is empty.
Cutting out after a short time with a warning light on.
‘Check brush’ light illuminated.The Dyson V7 performed similarly but seemed to groom the carpet slightly better, likely due to its different brush roll design.
The Dyson V11, as expected, performed the best overall, but it’s a more powerful and expensive vacuum.. It’s fair to say that the Balance A1 works reasonably well on carpet, though it doesn’t match the deeper cleaning power of the V11 or even the V15.It’s more in line with the V7 or V8, making it suitable for light-duty cleaning rather than a full-home vacuum.. Where Does the Sebo Balance A1 Fit In?.
Dyson often markets its cordless vacuums as whole-home cleaning solutions, but in reality, most people use them as secondary vacuums alongside a larger, mains-powered machine.Sebo acknowledges this with the Balance A1, positioning it as a supplementary vacuum rather than a primary one..
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