Miele Triflex HX1 vs Dyson V12: It isn’t difficult to conclude that the Dyson V12 is the better choice.
The Dyson V12 is the latest Dyson stick vacuum with all the cutting-edge features from this brand, such as Detect Laser technology and a piezo sensor. Its downside, in my opinion, is the small dust cup and exorbitant price.
The Miele Triflex HX1 is one of the most flexible stick vacuums. “Triflex” means it can be used in three configurations, stick, upright, and handheld, so it is easy to choose a configuration that fits your tasks. It’s also an easy-to-use stick that will look good standing anywhere in your home.
Miele Triflex HX1 Vs Dyson V12: Comparison Chart
Miele Triflex HX1 Vs Dyson V12: Differences
The Dyson V12 wins 3-1 against the Miele Triflex HX1. The winner has better overall cleaning performance and is equipped with several advanced technologies that enhance the user experience. This model is costly, but it’s worth it!
Cleaning Performance
Winner: Dyson V12
Suction Power & Floorhead
At its maximum power setting, the Miele Triflex HX1 produces a maximum suction of 185 AW, which is on par with the Dyson V11 and greater than the Dyson V12 (150 AW).
The Triflex HX1 features a traditional floorhead called “multi-floor,” but I found it not so good on my hard floor and didn’t do well with longer hair (more on that later). On the other hand, the Dyson V12 comes out of the box with two cleaning heads: a motorbar cleaner head and a Laser Slim Fluffy cleaner head.
Hard Floor
As for the Dyson V12, I used the Laser Slim Fluffy cleaner head, which is basically a low-profile soft roller specifically designed for cleaning hard floors. Not beyond my expectations, this machine easily picked up all the debris, including large ones, in the forward pass. In addition, this is equipped with Detect Laser technology – a green laser light that, although small, is very useful. This is Dyson’s new technology and has only been applied to the two latest models.
The Triflex HX1 performed okay on my hard floor. It easily captured fine and small debris. Passes were very clean, which means the cleaning head had a good seal. However, it pushed a huge amount of larger debris around since its head has low clearance and doesn’t have gates like Dyson’s multi-surface head. The version I tested (the standard version) isn’t equipped with headlights.
Carpet
On my carpets, both the Miele Triflex HX1 vs Dyson V12, with the highest power mode enabled, got high scores across the board. The Miele Triflex HX1 removed about 98% of the debris and left a small amount of fine debris (coffee grounds) behind, which was difficult to detect with my naked eye. Likewise, the Dyson V12 also picked up everything easily and didn’t leave visible trace particles.
Hair Test
The Triflex HX1 could easily pick up all the short hair strands and send them into the dust cup. However, this model couldn’t resist long strands because it had no combs to untangle them. On the flip side, the Dyson V12’s multi-surface floorhead features a row of polycarbonate teeth, which did a great job of minimizing hair wrap issues. So if you’re a pet owner, you’ll be better off with the Dyson V12 and the Triflex HX1 Cat & Dog version (including a handheld electrobrush – Miele’s mini turbo brush).
Design & Usability
Winnner: Miele Triflex HX1
Attachments & Storage
| Miele Triflex HX1 | Dyson V12 |
|---|---|
| Multi-surface floor brush Turbo brush Crevice tool Furniture brush Wall holder & Accessory clip Battery (x1) | Laser Slim Fluffy™ cleaner head Motorbar™ cleaner head Hair screw tool Crevice tools Combination tool Wand clip Docking station & Charger Battery (x1) |
The Triflex HX1 is compact enough to store in any small space. It comes with a wall mount and an accessory clip that keep the vacuum and three included accessories neat and organized. But that’s not the only way to store this model.
I have tested many stick vacuums, but the number of models that can stand upright on their own can only be counted on the fingers, and the Triflex HX1 is one of them. By relocating the dustbin and the motor assembly toward the floorhead, it can stand vertically as an upright vacuum. That way, you can drop the vacuum anywhere to take a break or answer the phone without worrying about it falling to the floor. I found it literally stood up better than some competitors, such as the Shark IF281.
The Dyson V12, on the other hand, also comes with a wall-mounted charging station that can store/charge the vacuum and has room for two attachments. Also, the wand clip allows for storing two attachments on board. Don’t want to drill into your wall? Just consider buying a self-standing charging station.
Weight & Maneuverability
The Dyson V12 weighs around 5.2 pounds and is lighter than the Dyson V15 and most of the earlier Dyson models. In fact, this machine is designed with lightweightness and compactness in mind (which is why its dustbin is significantly smaller). So maneuvering it and carrying it up and down the stairs was a breeze for me.
Meanwhile, the Triflex HX1 weighs about 8 pounds, which is on the heavy side, but I could still carry it around my home with ease. Better yet, the “3-in-1” mechanism allowed me to determine if the dustbin was on top or below the vacuum cleaner to fit my preferences.
With the dust cup on top, the Triflex HX1 can be used as a stick vacuum. In this configuration, the vacuum is top-heavy, so it can’t stand upright like most stick vacuums. I used this configuration when I needed to clean under my low-clearance furniture.
By putting the dust cup near the floorhead, the Triflex HX1 looks like a standard upright. In this configuration, it was easier for me to maneuver the unit, and it could stand vertically by itself. The vacuum felt lighter in my hand since most of its weight was moved downward.
In the handheld configuration, the Triflex HX1 was great at vacuuming hard-to-reach areas, such as car upholstery and narrow stairs. I could also use it to clean high areas for long periods of time without hand fatigue.
I found that moving the HX1’s dustbin and motor wasn’t particularly convenient. I had to completely disassemble the vacuum and then reassemble it – not too difficult but a bit time-consuming.
Both the Miele Triflex HX1 vs Dyson V12 have swivel heads, which make turning on a dime very easy, but I found the second one to have slightly better flexibility.
Battery Life
| Miele Triflex HX1 | Dyson V12 | |
|---|---|---|
| Maximum Battery Life | ≈ 53 mins | ≈ 41 mins |
| Minimum Battery Life | ≈ 14 mins | ≈ 9 mins |
| Charging Time | ≈ 4 hours | ≈ 4 hours |
I tested these models with the main nozzle attached, and they ran out of juice faster than claimed by the brands. When used with non-motorized attachments, they could run continuously for over an hour.
The Dyson V12 uses a 2500 mAh click-in battery. Only one battery pack is included, so you may want to purchase an extra battery to extend the machine’s running time, which especially makes sense if you live in a large home. The battery can be charged without being installed in the vacuum, so you can clean with one while leaving the other at the charging station, then swap over.
Likewise, the Miele Triflex HX1 uses a 2,500mAh lithium-ion battery, and if you opt for the standard version like me, you will need to purchase the backup battery separately. The Pro version, on the other hand, comes with two batteries.
Dust Cup & Filtration System
Winner: Tie
The Miele Triflex HX1 features a 0.5-liter dust cup, which is neither large nor particularly small. Emptying it is fairly easy and hygienic since all I have to do is rotate the switch on the top lid – no dirt will kick back into the air. I theoretically didn’t come into contact with the dust and dirt that were captured from my floors during this process, but I found myself reaching inside with my fingers from time to time to remove clogged things.
The Dyson V12 has a 0.38-liter dustbin. In terms of maintenance, this one was better in my eyes. To empty it, I just need to push a lever down – everything is easy and convenient.
I discovered two filters in the Triflex HX1’s dustbin: a fine dust filter and a pre-filter. They aren’t labeled as HEPA, but they are claiming to be able to capture 99.98% of fine particulate matter, which is on par with the HEPA-grade filtration system. These filters aren’t washable, but you can tap them to remove any dust and dirt. They must also be replaced regularly with new filters to maintain the vacuum’s performance.
The Dyson V12, on the other hand, features a sealed system and a washable HEPA filter. This filter is washable and should be rinsed under the tap monthly. I highly recommend purchasing an additional filter so you don’t need to delay your cleaning task just because the included filter hasn’t dried yet.
Utilities
Winner: Dyson V12
Cleaning Mode
The Miele Triflex HX1 has three cleaning settings: “1,” “2,” and “max.” With the “2” or “max” modes enabled, the vacuum can automatically select the optimal brush power based on the surface type.
Likewise, the Dyson V12 includes three power modes, too: eco, auto/med, and boost. On auto mode, it can count vacuumed dust particles and automatically adjust suction thanks to a piezo sensor (V12 and V15 only). But this feature is only available if the main nozzle is used.
User Interface
There is a circle LCD on the back of the Dyson V12’s handheld unit, which shows the current power mode, the battery life (in minutes), the count and size of vacuumed dust particles (thanks to a piezo sensor, again), and some alerts.
As for the Triflex HX1, there is a slider on the handle used to adjust the suction power. It has no digital screen, and I had to glance down to check which power setting was used. Also, there’s no way to know how much runtime is left.
Quick Rundown Of Dyson V12
- Dyson’s lightest intelligent cordless vacuum. Reveals invisible dust..Special feature: compact
- 30% more power.¹ 60 minutes of run time.²
- Power button operated for continuous cleaning.
- 24% lighter than the Dyson V15. Engineered to be ergonomic, effortless, and easy to use. Converts to a handheld vacuum for cleaning cars, stairs, and upholstery.
- Intelligently adapts power based on debris detected. LCD screen shows total picked-up particles on-screen as you clean.³ Also displays power mode, maintenance alerts, and remaining run time to the second.
Quick Rundown Of Miele Triflex HX1
- Miele’s unique 3in1 design for exceptional flexibility. Comfortable cleaning in all areas - floors, furniture and hard to reach spots (e.g. ceilings).
- As strong as Miele’s most powerful corded vacuum series. For perfect cleaning results on all floors.
- Exchangeable VARTA Li-Ion battery for up to 60 minutes run-time.
- Extra-wide electrobrush Multi Floor XXL (11") with automatic floor detection. For effortless and quick cleaning of all surfaces.
- Maintenance-free Hygiene Lifetime Filter with >99,9% dust retention capacity...
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References:
- Dyson V12: https://www.dyson.com/vacuum-cleaners/cordless/v12/detect-slim-yellow-nickel
- Miele Triflex HX1: https://www.mieleusa.com/e/cordless-stick-vacuum-cleaner-triflex-hx1-graphite-grey-11423880-p
Victor K. Giles is a leading consultant and expert in vacuum cleaner technology with over a decade of experience. As a mechanical engineering graduate in the University of Michigan, he specializes in product development, design optimization, and performance analysis. Victor collaborates with manufacturers and educates consumers, making her a sought-after guest speaker at industry events. His work has been featured in renowned publications, and he shares his expertise on his blog, “The Vacuum Teria”. Victor’s passion for cleaner, healthier living spaces drives his to help clients choose the best vacuum solutions for their needs.