Miele upright vacuum cleaners here are all cordless, bagless stick models from two families, the lighter HX1 and the Triflex HX3. Each runs on a lithium-ion battery and has a detachable unit for hand vacuuming, so you can clean stairs, sofas and shelves without switching machines.

The HX1 models weigh 3.1 kg and run for up to 55 minutes. They have a 0.3 litre bin and two power levels. Their MultiFloor ElectroBrush adjusts power automatically, and they use a hygiene filter rather than HEPA. The Cat & Dog version adds an attachment for removing pet hair.

The Triflex HX3 models have a 0.5 litre bin, three power levels and a HEPA filter, which traps fine dust and helps allergy sufferers. FloorDetect senses carpet or hard floor and sets the power. Boost Mode adds suction for stubborn dirt, and a display shows the time left. Twist2Open makes emptying more hygienic. Run time is up to 70 minutes, or 140 on the Triflex HX3 Plus, which comes with an extra exchangeable battery. Some versions also have BrilliantLight on the brush to show up dust.

For quick tidy-ups in a smaller home, the lighter HX1 is enough. For pets, allergies or larger floor areas, the Triflex HX3's bigger bin and HEPA filter are worth having. Choose the Plus if you want long sessions without recharging. For a different style, see Miele cylinder vacuum cleaners, or browse all Miele vacuum cleaners.