Miele S5 Vacuum Comparison

Miele's S5 canister vacuum cleaners are crafted to perfection delivering the ultimate in performance, luxury and convenience. In addition to offering luxury features such as push-button suction controls, filter & bag change indicators, integrated tool storage and silence insulation, the S5 models all come standard with HEPA certified Sealed Systems. Available with a wide range of floor tools, the S5 series offers something for everyone. Representing quality and durability, Miele's S5 vacuum cleaners have a 1 year warranty on parts & labor and 7 year warranty on the motor. Use our Miele S5 Comparison Chart to compare specific details and features of each S5 model.

Miele S5 Canister Vacuums	Miele S5 Capricorn	Miele S5 Earth	Miele S5 Leo	Miele S5 Callisto	Miele S5 Libra	Miele S5 Pisces
MODEL INFORMATION
Number	S 5981	S 5481	S 5381	S 5281	S 5281	S 5281
Name	Capricorn	Earth	Leo	Callisto	Libra	Pisces
Price	$1099 and up	$969	$899 and up	$899	$849	$679
Color	Midnight Purple	Steel Blue Metallic	Saffron Yellow	Deep Black	Mango Red	Royal Blue
Dimensions	19"L x 10"W x 8.5"H	19"L x 10"W x 8.5"H	19"L x 10"W x 8.5"H	19"L x 10"W x 8.5"H	19"L x 10"W x 8.5"H	19"L x 10"W x 8.5"H
Weight	13.5 lbs	13.5 lbs	13.5 lbs	13.5 lbs	13.5 lbs	13.5 lbs
POWER
Vortex Motor	1200 watts	1200 watts	1200 watts	1200 watts	1200 watts	1200 watts
Suction Power Settings	6	6	6	6	6	6
Control Type	+/- on handle	+/- on canister	+/- on canister	Rotary dial	Rotary dial	Rotary dial
Intelligent AutoEco Suction Control	No	Yes	No	No	No	No
Motor Protection Function	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes
Motor Protection Indicator	Yes	Yes	Yes	No	No	No
FILTRATION
Sealed System Construction	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes
Filter Bag Type	AirClean G/N	AirClean G/N	AirClean G/N	AirClean G/N	AirClean G/N	AirClean G/N
Filter Bag Capacity	4.67 qt	4.67 qt	4.67 qt	4.67 qt	4.67 qt	4.67 qt
Filter Bag Change Indicator	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes
AirClean Filter	Optional	Optional	Optional	Optional	Optional	Optional
Active HEPA Filter	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Active AirClean Filter	Optional	Optional	Optional	Optional	Optional	Optional
Filter Replacement Indicator	Yes	Yes	No	No	No	No
ACCESSORIES
Durable Non-Electric Hose	No	No	No	No	No	Yes
Druable Electric Hose	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes	No
Standard Ergonomic Handle	No	No	No	No	No	Yes
Deluxe Handle with Power Brush Controls	No	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes	No
Deluxe Handle with Suction & Power Brush Controls	Yes	No	No	No	No	No
Telescopic Stainless Steel Wand	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes
Smooth Floor Brush	Parquet Twister SBB 300-3	Parquet Twister SBB 300-3 3	Parquet Twister SBB 300-3 3	Parquet Twister SBB 300-3	Parquet Twister SBB 300-3	Parquet Twister SBB 300-3
Carpet Tool	Choice of Power Brush SEB 217-3 or SEB 236-3	Power Brush SEB 217-3	Choice of Power Brush SEB 217-3 or SEB 236-3	Power Brush SEB 228-3	Power Brush SEB 217-3	Turbo Brush STB 205-3
Dusting Brush	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes
Upholstery Tool	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes
Crevice Nozzle	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes
VarioClip Tool Storage	No	No	No	No	No	No
Integrated Tool Storage	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes
Auto Rewind for Electrical Cord	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes
Cleaning Radius	33 ft	33 ft	33 ft	33 ft	33 ft	33 ft
Integrated Parking System	3 spots	3 spots	3 spots	3 spots	3 spots	3 spots