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Question: How does the Marin compare to others in the S8 series?  We have dogs and cats, mostly hard floors, some area rugs.
Document: I have this vacuum with the lighted power head. After owning many different Hoovers over the years, I can say I wish that I hadn't wasted my money on them. Every time I used my latest Wind Tunnel, I would have to re-dust the furniture when I was done vacuuming. I have 3 cats and 2 dogs. The dogs are always tracking dirt on to the floors and the cats leave plenty of hair everywhere. I have owned my Miele for several months now and my hardwood and stone floors look fantastic, my rugs look plush and feel super clean under foot.
The outside casing looks like a car's new candy paint job. It is definitely a premium product, not a mediocre product with a lot of marketing behind it.Why I bought the S8 Series instead of the other Miele models: Highest model series, switches are easy to operate with your foot, Integrated power in the hose (one single plug), the accessory panelWhy I bought this model (Marin): Didn't want the LED's on the iQ model. DIdn't want the active suspension of the other models. I wanted the auto off switch, the auto suction feature, and the better handle on the rod.
I have severe allergies, and a combination of carpets, large area rugs, hard wood, and marble flooring, so I wanted something versatile. I also noticed that dust was a problem in my home and felt like I was constantly dusting and cleaning. After using the Miele for a couple of months, I am amazed. The first time I vacuumed I noticed a difference in the carpets and in how long it took for dust to appear on the furniture. After the second and third times, it was longer before I saw dust, and there was less of it.
At long last, I finally found a truly wonderful vacuum. It's really worth the money. The time, frustration and money I've spent on lame vacuums make the cost of this one worth it to me.I had 2 Dyson uprights, that were ok for basic carpet, but were to bulky to get under much. They were terrible, I thought, on hard wood floors. The last new Dyson I had put a big scratch on my Brazilian cherry floors! Every time I wanted to use the Dyson, I'd have to go outside to empty the dirt bin.
the best feature that we didn't even think we would use is the automatic setting that determines the power level base on what you are cleaning. 98% of the time we are satisfied with what the Marin selects for the surfaces being cleaned. the only time we manually reduce the power is for finer rugs and draperies. this is a very good machine and includes all the features of the luxury model for 2/3 the price. if your budget allows for the Marin you will not be disappointed.
So I have been in the market for upgrading my very sturdy dependable Kenmore Progressive Canister vacuum. The mistakes I made along the way before I finally made it to the Miele Marin vacuum. I own two dogs so I do need a vacuum that can take care of the hair and dirt from my pets. I prefer a canister vac because of the versatility for getting under beds and furniture. I prefer a bagged machine versus a bagless because frankly it is just less of a mess. Along the way I bought a Dyson canister bagless (I hated it because it could barely hold any dirt) and then I did what I vowed I would never do and bought a Shark upright - because everyone else was doing it.
I returned it. It was not at all worth the $350 I paid for it. I had other budget vacuums over the years as well.The Miele Marin is very light, quiet and super versatile. It really does a great job. I've been vacuuming more than I ever have in my life and haven't needed to empty the bag since I've own it (about 2 months). The bag it's even 1/2 full because it packs the dirt inside the bag until it's brick hard. I love the super filtration system.
The rubber wheels go over tile perfectly smoothly so the active suspension offered on the other close model isn't necessary. I'm glad they didn't package the active suspension into the Marin.If this model didn't exist: I would probably purchase the Miele S8590 Alize.Reasons I love it: It is remarkably quiet even on the highest setting. Place your face over the exhaust outlet when it's running and breath deeply. No dust!!! No sneezing!!! I love the cord retract. It works brilliantly.Overall: The Miele S8 lineup is very close in premium value as a BMW.
Very light, noiseless, clean, does a beautiful job, even in a house with two cats, German shepherd, and three parakeets.
Miele S8590 is a perfect vacuum for our home with some carpet and some hardwood floors. It is a very powerful vacuum, yet light to carry it up and down,  easy to operate in small places and under beds. Very satisfied with the choice.
Answer: Based on product descriptions the Marin sounded like the best model for us.  We have one dog - a large one that sheds constantly - and like you, mostly hard floors with area rugs.  We've had the Marin for a year now and are very happy with our choice.