Customer Reviews for SEBO FELIX 1 Premium Upright Vacuum

SEBO FELIX 1 Premium Upright Vacuum

The stylish FELIX offers all the flexibility of a canister vacuum in an upright configuration!  It has a "flex" neck with amazing 180 steering ability, an ultra-modern filtration system, a detachable suction unit that becomes a hand-held vacuum, and an instant-use suction hose.  The power head deep cleans carpets, or its spinning brush roller can be shut off to clean delicate rugs and hard floors with straight suction. It also has easy brush roller removal, and an orange warning light illuminates when brush height is set too high for optimal cleaning, the bristles are worn, or automatic shut-off occurs due to a brush obstruction. The FELIX also has a parquet brush, which is perfectly designed for cleaning hard floors.      Includes:    Felix 1 Premium Vacuum   Power Head   Hand-held Turbo Brush   8 Filter Bags   Crevice Tool   Upholstery Nozzle    Parquet Brush     Dusting Brush   9 ft. Extension hose   20 in. Extension wand   Features:   Designed and Manufactured in Germany - Legendary quality, reliability and performance make SEBO vacuums the choice of cleaning professionals and household users throughout the world.   SEBO's Last for Years and Extend Carpet Life! - If properly maintained, SEBO vacuums save ordinary residential users hundreds of dollars by providing excellent performance for ten to fifteen years or more, and their deep-cleaning power-brush technology extends the life of carpets. Typical vacuums perform poorly, even when new, and usually do not last beyond two years. So six or seven “disposable vacuums” must be purchased during the average life expectancy of just one SEBO machine.   Five-year Warranty Coverage - All SEBO models include a five-year warranty on the motor and all non-wear parts and a five-year warranty on labor charges.   Effective Pet Hair Removal - All SEBO vacuums easily remove pet hair! Remarkably Quiet Operation – Intelligent design and high-quality motors combine to provide amazingly quiet vacuums.   Protective Rubber-coated Wheels – SEBO's wheels protect all floor surfaces and provide smooth maneuverability. Changing Bags is Easy and Clean – SEBO bags take just a few seconds to change, and a cap keeps dust sealed inside.   SEBO Microfilters Ensure Continuously Strong Suction Performance – They are also long lasting, inexpensive and easy to change in seconds.   Effective Filtration Requires a Tightly Sealed Vacuum – Dirty air, which flows through a vacuum, can only be filtered completely if it does not escape into the room through seams or seals in the machine. This is why all SEBO vacuums have tight seals throughout. Many vacuum companies with high-filtration claims are actually quoting specifications made by the manufacturer of the filter material, as measured in the laboratory, not the filtration effectiveness of the vacuum itself while operating. Whether or not dirty air can escape through leaks in the body of the machine is not considered. The filtration effectiveness of SEBO vacuums is tested while they operate.   S-class filters come standard on SEBO vacuums.  These filters remove more than 99.9% of particles down to 0.3 microns in size and 100% of particles of one micron and above. For comparison, 100 microns is the diameter of a human hair.   Excellent for Users With Allergies or Asthma - The British Allergy Foundation recommends SEBO filters.   Variable Suction Control   Bare Floor Cleaning   Cord Length: 31 ft.   Onboard Hose Length: 6 ft.    Total Hose Length: 15 ft. Including Extension 4 Brush-height Settings   Suction Motor: 1300 Watts   Height Adjustment: Manual   Weight: 15.4 lbs.   UL Listed Model: Felix 1 / 11649749
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Customer Reviews for SEBO FELIX 1 Premium Upright Vacuum
Review 1 for SEBO FELIX 1 Premium Upright Vacuum
Rating
5 out of 5
5 out of 5
mygrowler
Location:Washington State
Date:April 11, 2013

I can breathe! Highly recommended.

Pros: easy to use in every way., allergen filters work amazingly well.
Cons: pricey.
Model Number: Sebo Felix Premium 1
"You get what you pay for is usually a true statement. I didn't want to pay this much but certain things shouldn't be skimped on, if you can help it.
I literally threw a Hoover out of my house. I have tried 3 styles of Dyson. The Shark and the list goes on.
This vacuum was designed beautifully. I don't feel like I have a cat in my throat and need to blow my nose while I'm vacuuming. The allergen filters work tremendously well. Very, very pleased. The tools that Costco send with it are perfect for all uses. Maneuvers well, dusts easily w/brush, pet hair is gone and it edges well. Set up is easy. The motor adjusts from low to high for suction control, it's like having a little jet powered sports car!
Overall a great deal considering this costs about the same as the horrible Dyson that I had to buy extra attachments for and now have nowhere to use them."
1 of 1 people found this review helpful.
Review 2 for SEBO FELIX 1 Premium Upright Vacuum
Rating
5 out of 5
5 out of 5
DoctorBob
Location:Mercer Island, WA
Date:March 23, 2013

Wow what a difference!

Pros: quiet lightweight highly maneuveable well-built
Cons: none
Model Number: Felix 1
"This vacuum replaced a Hoover Wind Tunnel that was heavy, noisy, poorly maneuverable and had cheap plastic parts that broke. You can't take as gospel Consumer Report reviews. This is an excellent value from Costco."
Review 3 for SEBO FELIX 1 Premium Upright Vacuum
Rating
5 out of 5
5 out of 5
gulftrade
Location:Scottsdale, AZ
Date:March 8, 2013

Love my Felix!

Pros: well made, great suction
Cons: pricey, a little heavy
"Our last vacuum was a Sharp upright and has served us well for over 15 years. I''d been searching for a replacement for a long time and just couldn't bring myself to try the bagless units. Like other reviewers I initially had Sebo sticker shock. I found the Costco package pricing could not be beat anywhere. After reading the glowing reviews and knowing Costco's no risk policies and the included 5 year warranty, I decided to give the Felix a try. So glad I did!
I ordered the red model on-line and rec'd in less than 1 week. For the first time ever, I read a manual and other included instructions. This unit has some interesting and unfamiliar features so I recommend doing the same before plunging into the work of vacuuming. Had some problems keeping the brush button engaged on the head. I called US customer service and spoke with a very helpful tech. He determined there was a problem and promptly sent a replacement which I rec'd in 2 days. Once I rec'd a working head, Felix has worked like a charm ever since.
I like the swivel action that allows a lot of flexibility in cleaning under and around things. The parquet attachment is fabulous for tile floors, works close to the edge and does a terrific job removing cat hair. The power cord is extra long and winds up nicely for storage. I haven't had to replace a bag yet but the Costco deal included 8 bags so it will be awhile before I have to buy them. This is a quality product thoughtfully engineered. I love the red color and know I'm going to enjoy my Felix for a long time to come."
2 of 2 people found this review helpful.
Review 4 for SEBO FELIX 1 Premium Upright Vacuum
Rating
5 out of 5
5 out of 5
LaurD
Location:Minneapolis
Date:February 15, 2013

excellent choice

Pros: variable suction power is nice to have
Cons: pricey
Model Number: Sebo Felix 1
"Whenever an article is available through Costco, I assume it is superior in its class, and that assumption is usually confirmed by research and experience. I did a lot of research and showroom shopping before this purchase. Our Dyson needed to be replaced; I had always liked it and never thought I'd go back to a bag vaccuum, but my husband never liked the Dyson. Now I see why - the Sebo Felix does an amazing job, far superior to anything I've ever used before. I wanted to buy from a local dealer, but no one could match the Costco bundled deal, and it's great to have the accessories - especially the turbo brush for stairs and upholstery. The parquet brush cleans the hard surface flooring infinitely better than the previous vaccuum. The portability of the machine is awesome."
1 of 1 people found this review helpful.
Review 5 for SEBO FELIX 1 Premium Upright Vacuum
Rating
5 out of 5
5 out of 5
Deach
Location:Mesa, AZ
Date:September 24, 2012

GREAT VACUUM!

Pros: bag is easy and dust/dirt free to change., not as loud as other vacuums., enjoy using this vacuum!
Cons: canister gets warm.
Model Number: Felix 1 Premium
"This vacuum replaced a 25 year old Electrolux canister that was terrific. And I also have a Royal upright that I used for quick vacuuming. I have not used the Royal since I purchased the SEBO in August 2011."
Review 6 for SEBO FELIX 1 Premium Upright Vacuum
Rating
5 out of 5
5 out of 5
davedave
Location:CA, USA
Date:August 14, 2012

Finally: a vacuum to keep

Pros: suction, efficiency, clears away hair, attachments, petite size
Cons: cost, runs hot
Model Number: Sebo Felix
"I've tried out nearly every vacuum out there. And I mean every--including many models within each. Bag-less "lifetime" filters require too much filter cleaning. Plus, bag-less vacuums are not so clean to empty (the air around gets dusty with all those floor germs). Anyway, this vacuum rocks. Not only does the bag hold a tremendous amount of dirt (etc), it functions as tho the bag is empty until the bag is completely full. There's no "near the end of the bag" loss of suction. Once the bag is full, you'll know it immediately. But until then, this vacuum does a GREAT job. It is a hefty investment ($$$$$), but if you are the type that buys a vacuum every time the current one lets you down, this one will last!"
1 of 1 people found this review helpful.
Review 7 for SEBO FELIX 1 Premium Upright Vacuum
Rating
2 out of 5
2 out of 5
pcll
Location:CO
Date:January 21, 2012

Difficult to push on plush carpet

Pros: well designed, quality materials, great functionality, good suction
Cons: difficult to push on moderate pile carpet, canister builds up heat quickly
Model Number: Sebo Felix 1 Premium
"Although I like the design, flexibility and build quality, I had to return this product as it was exceptionally challenging to push this vacuum on our carpeting. At first I though my wife was simply being a wimp about it, but she made me vacuum a single room and it was a real workout (yes - I even adjusted the setting to the highest level and it was still a workout to push).
Vacuum works great on hardwood floors and very low pile carpet. Our carpet really isn't that plush or high of a pile, so I would think it would be next to impossible to operate on truly high pile or plush carpet.
Other reviews complaining about the canister heat build up are also true - but I would have lived with this flaw, as I liked just about everything else about the machine. Larger wheels probably would help quite a bit."
3 of 3 people found this review helpful.
Review 8 for SEBO FELIX 1 Premium Upright Vacuum
Rating
5 out of 5
5 out of 5
RalphA
Location:Spokane WA
Date:January 12, 2012

Costco does it again!

Pros: the bag holds a lot., 12inch head gets in a lot of places., attachments work like you expect or better., well made and designed., easy to rebag., sebo isn't made in china.
Cons: they don't give them away:-)
Model Number: Sebo Felix 1 Premium White
"This vac is performing excellent. It is not heavy. If you think this is heavy get to the gym. We have two cats and a Golden Retriever. The hand vac attachment is the best I have ever used. This vac sucks. Costco's add ons and discount complete the machine and make this a no brain-er long-term investment. I am tired of buying vacuums every two years. The bag-less are too messy and require constant filter washes."
5 of 5 people found this review helpful.
Review 9 for SEBO FELIX 1 Premium Upright Vacuum
Rating
5 out of 5
5 out of 5
savvishopper
Location:Phoenix, AZ
Date:January 10, 2012

Actually Pretty Good!

Pros: powerful, quiet, easy to use, easy bag & filter change, long power cable, brush stop function, 4 height setting., brush bar comes out via touch button., lifetime protected belt., hospital grade filters.
Cons: too big in canister mode., no small brush tool
"What a deal! I've not been keen on the canister design that comes off the floor head - but then it's not a main canister vacuum - but rather better performance as a compact upright vacuum. After years of owning a bagged vacuum and one which doesn't have additional filters, my eyes and breathing has definitely improved with the Felix.
It cleans corners with ease, gets under low furniture and has a life time belt fitted. Replaces an old Oreck which I hated for noise and lack of tools. Love, love, love the brush shut off function for hard floors and the bags and filters are both easy to change. There's even a trapdoor on the base that allows you to check for any clogs - with the Oreck you had to take the whole plate off the bottom with screws.
Compared to traditional push-pull uprights, the Felix is much quicker as it goes under and around corners just like a canister floor head and the variable suction control means you don't need to put it in the highest power to get the best clean. The brush roll also grooms the carpet really well and entire brush can be taken out to clean it. I can even order another brush roll type to deal with delicate carpets as well as a long extension hose extender if I want - I like that idea of extra cleaning tools if I need them.
This vacuum will get very hot because the main exhaust is the wrap around fabric skirt at the front - but it won't get hot if you put it to the middle or lowest suction setting. You won't always need high power on this vacuum either and it comes with additional peace of mind hospital grade filters compared to the Oreck which had none.
As for noise - the electric floor head can be noisy but it is a dream compared to the Oreck. No comparison where the Oreck is much lighter to lift but the Felix can be super light to glide dependent on the manual height setting you dial the vacuum to - and unlike the Oreck you won't have to replace any side brushes - or lift the Felix to hide it away when cleaning is finished - the Felix has wheels on the back where you just tip the machine back and wheel it back.
The 3 metre hose on the Felix is quite short, but at least there is one. I go around all my work surfaces and kitchen tops with the Felix and the hose in the other hand - the power cable is really long too so there's no need to worry about changing sockets all the time.
Two cleaning tools and another floor head is included - a Parquet brush floor head for delicate floors - and a long crevice tool with a T-upholstery tool. I use the crevice tool to clean the filter out of my compact electric dryer - the shape and length of it easily fits into the filter space and I can even get the whole hose and tool down there without getting stuck.
A very professional machine with few drawbacks."
2 of 2 people found this review helpful.
Review 10 for SEBO FELIX 1 Premium Upright Vacuum
Rating
3 out of 5
3 out of 5
fletch173
Location:Pittsburgh
Date:January 6, 2012

Dissapointed

Pros: easy to assemble & cleans well
Cons: heavy akward runs hot
"We will be retuning our Sebo Felix. While I do believe that it cleans well, there are some major design issues with this vacuum. 1) It runs very hot; 2) It is little heavy to push; 3) it is very akward to carry around as a canister. Thought this would be a good light weight alternative and I liked that it can be used on hardwood floors, but in my view this vacuum tries to serve many functions but is truly exceptional at none. For a premium vaccum I'm very disspointed."
3 of 3 people found this review helpful.
Review 11 for SEBO FELIX 1 Premium Upright Vacuum
Rating
4 out of 5
4 out of 5
bessdog11
Location:Virginia
Date:December 12, 2011

Decent Vacuum

Pros: turbo upholstery brush is great, vacuums hard floor the best i have seen
Cons: runs hot, awkward to carry, will not vacuum shag rugs with deep pile, no place to put attachments
Model Number: Felix 1
"The Sebo works good on hard floors with the regular attachment; but the Parquet floor attachment is not worth having if you have pets. It will not vacuum high or thick shag rugs and this is an issue for me. It is a little awkward to carry up steps; but I think that may be because I am left handed. It does run hot when it is close to your body. The upholstery turbo brush is the best I have ever seen in a vacuum. This brush will remove dog hair in a snap. There is not a good way to keep your attachments on the vacuum, so this is a little inconvenient. I have a Kirby that is over 20 years old and it is really heavy, so I was looking to replace it. The Kirby has "power" drive which makes it earier to push on the carpet. The Sebo is hard to push; but I think I need the workout. I just received and have not decided if I am going to keep it or not due to the shag carpet issue"
1 of 2 people found this review helpful.
Review 12 for SEBO FELIX 1 Premium Upright Vacuum
Rating
1 out of 5
1 out of 5
oxford0614
Location:Northwest
Date:December 6, 2011

A real arm workout

Pros: seems well made
Cons: heavy, does not roll easily
Model Number: 576050
"I was really excited about ordering this vacuum after reading all the great reviews but I returned it the same day I received it. It is *very* heavy and hard to push! After vacuuming with it for 5 minutes I could tell that I was 1. going to have a very sore shoulder and 2. I was going to detest vacuuming from now on if I kept this vacuum. A vacuum this heavy needs to have a power assist on the wheels."
1 of 1 people found this review helpful.
Review 13 for SEBO FELIX 1 Premium Upright Vacuum
Rating
5 out of 5
5 out of 5
JillT
Location:South Jordan, UT
Date:November 14, 2011

Very nice vacuum

Model Number: Felix 1
"The vacuuming power is excellent plus it is very versatile. I have tried all sorts of vacuums; uprights, canisters, Hoover, Kenmore, Electrolux, Dyson, bagged and no bags. But I can say that this vacuum out performs them all.
Easy to use and store.
"
2 of 3 people found this review helpful.
Review 14 for SEBO FELIX 1 Premium Upright Vacuum
Rating
4 out of 5
4 out of 5
MontanaNana
Location:Saint Regis, Montana
Date:October 21, 2011

A GREAT VACUUM!

Pros: has wonderful functions.
Cons: runs hot.
Model Number: SEBO FELIX 1 Premium
"This is the best vacuum I have used in many years of purchasing vacuum cleaners. I have tried Oreck and Dyson (both similar in price to Sebo) Hoover, Shark, Kenmore and countless others. This outperforms ALL of them. I loved using it as a canister for the stairs and did not find it too heavy; a little awkward perhaps but still very usable. I gave it 4 stars instead of 5 because it does run very hot especially when using it as a canister close to your body. Costco sells it with extra bags and some nice attachments that normally would cost extra. I would highly suggest this vacuum to anyone who wants a versatile and powerful vacuum cleaner."
1 of 2 people found this review helpful.
Review 15 for SEBO FELIX 1 Premium Upright Vacuum
Rating
3 out of 5
3 out of 5
Konagal
Location:Bay Area, CA
Date:August 17, 2011

Very disappointed in this

"Pros: vacuums well, seems to be well made, seems to have good filtering
Cons: This vacuum is way too heavy for me to use. No way could I regularly carry it up and down my stairs; The vacuum itself is unbalanced and frequently tips over when it's turned off and standing up; plan to spend quite a bit of time with the manual trying to figure out how it works; Runs very hot. If you're standing next to it (which of course you would be), you'll have to open windows or peel off clothing in order to stand the heat..
I'm returning it to Costco tomorrow"
4 of 7 people found this review helpful.
Review 16 for SEBO FELIX 1 Premium Upright Vacuum
Rating
4 out of 5
4 out of 5
Greenbuilder
Location:Austin, TX
Date:July 21, 2011

Worth the Money

Pros: high form factor quality results
"Like many, we have gone through a progression of vacuums, from cheap to expensive. Our most recent vacuum was the Dyson DC17 animal, another vacuum I have reviewed on this site. I liked the Dyson, particularly the first year we had it.
But this SEBO vacuum is considerably better than that model, and pretty much every other floor cleaner that I have used. Its advantages can be broken down into a variety of categories:
1. Form factor: the SEBO vacuum uses much higher quality materials that are built to last. This is not cheapo plastic and connector hardware. The machine not only feels solid but IS solid. The warranty reflects that fact.
2. High quality design: Dyson prides itself on form and function, but this German product does it better. The individual components of the machine work well, but they are also fully integrated into the overall concept of the unit, which is the hallmark of a well thought out design.
3. Bags. Let me tell it to you straight: bags are superior to bagless. You can of course buy whatever you want--and I certainly have over the years--but after much trial and error and at least ten vacuums used under a variety of conditions I am ready to pass judgment on this issue. SEBO knows what Oreck and other serious manufacturers know, which is that you need suction AND bags to achieve genuine and lasting floors, carpets, and rugs that are clean.
The verdict: this machine is well worth your investment and I am glad that Costco is selling it. This is the BMW or the Mercedes of vacuums, which is to say it not only looks good it works and stays that way for a long time."
9 of 10 people found this review helpful.
Review 17 for SEBO FELIX 1 Premium Upright Vacuum
Rating
5 out of 5
5 out of 5
MysteryMan
Location:Tryon, NC
Date:June 12, 2011

Best Vacuum Ever

Pros: versatile, strong suction, powerful, perfect for hard floor and carpet, quite, light weight, no filters to clean and no dust cup to deal with!
Cons: runs a little hot (might be nice in winter), not enough room for all the attachments on vacuum
"I have 5 dogs and horses. Theres mostly bare floors and some carpet. This vacuum goes under the beds and dinning room chairs. Has all the advantages of a canister vac in an upright. Better then central vacs any day. Stores in the smallest of spaces and you don't have to empty it all the time. No messy dust cup, dusty trash can, dirty filters.
Sebo are commercially used, work better then any vacuum I have used Beam, Untone, Hoover, Bissell, ...."
1 of 2 people found this review helpful.
Review 18 for SEBO FELIX 1 Premium Upright Vacuum
Rating
3 out of 5
3 out of 5
QuadCore
Location:New Jersey
Date:June 10, 2011

Doesn't merit the high cost

"This is among the quietest vacuum out there, but the performance and features are not significantly superior to Oreck, Kenmore and other brands that cost one-third this price. Looks beautiful, good quality material, well designed, and feels like a BMW of vacuums. But it is much heavier than Oreck. For those that can tolerate the louder noise from the other vacuums, this vacuum is not necessary. For millionaires and others that don't mind paying extra $400 for less noise and better appearance, then this is fine."
3 of 5 people found this review helpful.
Review 19 for SEBO FELIX 1 Premium Upright Vacuum
Rating
5 out of 5
5 out of 5
hrz00
Location:Salinas Ca
Date:May 28, 2011

Best Vacuum in the World

Pros: love the attention to detail, easy to use, no canister, no dirty filters to wash, you get over $120 worth of extras
Model Number: Felix 1 Premium
"The main reason why I purchased this vacuum.
1. My mother in law has a Sebo that is over 20 years old, thats INCREDIBLE and the vac runs great. She paid over $600 for it in the 80's.
2. I got tired of waisting my money on mediocre vacuums, in the last 10 years I have owned Eureka, Kenmore, Bissell, Dirt Devil and Hoover, they all broke or lost suction.
3. I did consider a Dyson but anywhere you look on the internet you find a bunch being sold as REFURBISHED. Wonder why????? Better not.
The best purchase I have ever done on a vacuum."
6 of 7 people found this review helpful.
Review 20 for SEBO FELIX 1 Premium Upright Vacuum
Rating
5 out of 5
5 out of 5
baar
Location:Houston, Texas
Date:May 6, 2011

fantastic

Pros: best vacuum cleaner i had ever had so far.
Cons: seems a little hot and a little heavy for me when, using to clean stairs.
Model Number: Sebo Felix
"I wish I had found this vacuum cleaner sooner. I have multiplies types of flooring and this solves the problems of having to use an upright for bedroom, canister for wood floors and tile, as well as for area rugs as upright suction really was too strong.
I love the flexibility of the power heads , easy to detach and change out. Can get under beds and other places my previous upright could not. Also can reduce suction when vacuuming area rugs. Haven't tried all the attachments yet as have had only for 2 weeks. Love the bags and that you can closed the filled bags before removing.
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5 of 6 people found this review helpful.
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