SEBO Dart & Felix upright vacuums buying guide

Here’s a breakdown of the key differences between the SEBO Dart and SEBO Felix upright vacuums:

🧹 Shared Core Features

  • Both use the commercial-grade ET-1 power head (12" wide, 4-height settings) with brush-on/off capability for carpets vs hard floors.

  • Both convert to a hand‑held mode by detaching the power head, include a 6‑inch flat‑to‑the‑floor profile, instant‑use suction hose, 31ʹ cord, 3‑step S‑class filtration (.92 gal bags), and have full-bag/clog indicators.

🔄 Maneuverability & Ergonomics

  • Felix offers a 180° swivel neck for excellent steering around furniture.

  • Dart lacks this swivel feature, making it slightly less agile.

🎛 Suction & Control Features

Feature SEBO Felix SEBO Dart
Variable suction control (on‑handle) ✅ Yes – allows adjustment for different surfaces ❌ No
Adjustable handle height ✅ Yes – three levels for user comfort & compact storage ❌ No – fixed handle height
Hard-floor parquet brush ✅ Included – ideal for delicate hard floors ❌ Not included

🟢 Auto Brush Roll Shut-Off

  • Felix: Brush stops automatically when suction hose is deployed or handle locked upright.

  • Dart: Manual shut-off; no auto-off when hose is pulled.

🛠 Price & Positioning

  • Felix is positioned as the more premium, feature-rich model (higher MSRP, typically ~$699).

  • Dart is more basic, commercial‑grade, and budget‑friendly (~$549)

  • Keep in mind, maintenance costs (bags, filters, service) are identical for both models.

✅ Which One Should You Choose?

  • Choose the Felix if you want:

    • Superior maneuverability (swivel neck).

    • Adjustable suction control and handle height.

    • A parquet brush for delicate floors and auto brush-roll shut‑off.

  • Choose the Dart if you prefer:

    • A simpler, more rugged design.

    • Manual control without extras, and a lower starting price.

📊 Quick Feature Comparison

Feature SEBO Dart SEBO Felix
Swivel neck ❌ ✅
Variable suction control ❌ ✅
Adjustable handle height ❌ ✅
Parquet brush included ❌ ✅
Automatic brush shut-off Manual only Automatic

SEBO Dart Upright Vacuum

Basic model

$549.00

SEBO Felix Premium Upright Vacuum

Feature‑rich model

$699.00

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