We would like to share our experience after comparing and testing two canister vacuums – Miele Complete C3 Alize vs Hoover SH40070. Based on our rating, Complete C3 Alize has the overall rating of 8.4 out of 10 versus 6.8 for SH40070. Difference between two canister vacuums is the cleaning system, which is AirClean for the Complete C3 Alize and cyclonic for the SH40070. Complete C3 Alize is bagged and SH40070 is bagless.
Advantages Miele Complete C3 Alize over Hoover SH40070
- Lower noise level, 65 dB vs 78 dB
- Complete C3 Alize has full bag indicator
- You can control the amount of suction power via suction power control
- Miele Complete C3 Alize works better on hardwood floors
- Complete C3 Alize has clean filter indicator
- Upholstery tool included
Advantages Hoover SH40070 over Miele Complete C3 Alize
- Better motor power, 12 Amps vs 10 Amps
Common features and specifications
- Suited for hard floors
- HEPA filters
- Washable filters
Dimensions
A noticeable difference between two models is the size, which is 30.4x 50.8 x 30.4/12 x 20 x 12 (H x W x D) cm/inches for the Complete C3 Alize and 27.9 x 38.1 x 55.4/12.2 x 15.5 x 21.8 (H x W x D) cm/inches for the SH40070. The weight of the Complete C3 Alize is 7.2/16 kg/lbs, and for the SH40070 it is 6/13.2 kg/lbs.
Common
Product
Model
Brand
Reviews
Spesifications
Model number
Noise level, dB
Cleaning path width, cm/inches
Carry handle
Features
Cleaning method
Full bag indicator
Suction power control
Telescopic wand
Automatic cord rewind
Surfaces
Carpet
Hard floor
Stairs
Upholstery
Hardwood
Filtration
HEPA
Washable filter
Cleaning system
Clean filter indicator
Dirt collection
Bag type
Dirt cup capacity, liters
Brushes
Crevice tool
Dusting brush
Upholstery tool
Other brushes
Power
Motor power, Amps
Power source
Power cord length, m/feet
Dimensions
Dimensions (H x W x D), cm/inches
Weight, kg/lbs
Canister vacuum cleaners CompareVacuumcleaner comparison rating
- 8.4Miele Complete C3 Alize
- 6.8Hoover SH40070
