But with suction-only tools, those figures go down considerably to more bearable levels below 80 decibels. Availability of parts Even with the upright configuration, the Triflex’s dirt volume is below average at only 0.5 liters. The Miele TriFlex HX1 doesn’t quite have the cleaning power to dislodge Dyson as king of cordless vacuum cleaners, but its adaptable layout certainly sets it apart from the crowd.

It also comes with an extra battery that doubles the run time from 60 minutes (claimed) to 120 minutes. Dustbin design and capacity According to Miele, the TriflexHX2 Prois 60% more powerful than its predecessor, the Triflex HX1 – a model that had already impressed for its power in our review. This improvement comes by way of the new Digital Efficiency Motor, which works in combination with Miele’s Vortex technology (mono-cyclone design) and Multi-Floor XXL Electrobrush to deliver exceptional cleaning power.The rotating beater (or brush bar) links with intelligent detection of floor type to reduce the rotational speed on hard floors. This, Miele says, saves energy and prolongs battery life; but we found that it also goes some way towards protecting soft wooden flooring. The feature also automatically determines the speed setting required, depending on the type of flooring.While the handle placement is ideal for cleaning floors, it isn’t in handheld mode since you’ll have to carry most of the weight. It comes with a swappable rechargeable lithium-ion battery, which lasts up to a quoted 60 minutes, along with a selection of cleaning attachments, which vary depending on the model you buy. As with most cordless vacuums it’s bagless but the dust collection bin is quite small, so you’ll have to empty it quite frequently.

Deep cleans well: One surprise doing the tests is how well this product cleans embedded sand in the middle setting. Despite not having a soft roller tool, the Miele Triflex did well cleaning this area, as you’ll see in the before and after photo below. How does this compare with its rivals? It’s similar to the Bosch Serie 8 cordless vacuum we reviewed last year and better overall than the cheaper Vax Blade 4 but it lags behind the Dyson V8, V10 and V11. The HX1 Pro is the premium option with the LED-equipped nozzle, which Miele calls the “Multifloor XXL BrilliantLight.” The narrow roller is a factor why it couldn’t resist long strands, plus it does not have any combs to untangle them.Aside from its struggles with quaker oats, it did well with other types of debris like coffee grounds, sand, and quinoa. You can get two batteries out of the box by purchasing the HX1 Pro, plus an extra charger. Ergonomics and Usability The floor cleaner here is similar to those seen on Dyson cleaners, in that it automatically detects the floor type and reduces rotational speed on hard floors to save energy and prolong battery life. However, in the Trfle HX2 Pro, this feature is only available on the Eco and Max power settings with the Multi-Floor XXL Electrobrush is fitted. In the box, you'll also find a crevice nozzle, dusting brush, upholstery nozzle. It won’t hold much dirt, but I like its placement as an upright – another reason why I prefer using it in this configuration.