Is the Sebo X4 vacuum really worth the hefty price tag? I'll give you all the details about my experience and let you decide.
I've always been a person that thought a vacuum was a vacuum. Are they really all that different? Does a $500+ vacuum really clean better than a $75 vacuum? When we moved into a bigger home last year, we needed a new vacuum and as fate would have it, I found a popular brand vacuum on clearance at our local big box retailer and scooped it up! It seemed almost too good to be true. Unfortunately, it kind of was. I didn't realize it at the time, but I bought a "city" model that was designed for smaller spaces. It was a canister model and the head of the vacuum was SO small. I eventually stopped using it and reverted back to using our cheap upright. That is when I realized - all vacuums are NOT created equally.
Luckily, Allergy Buyers Club came to my rescue and offered to send me a new vacuum to review! Allergy Buyers Club has been selling an assortment of fantastic products since 1998, helping people select items to help them have a healthier home. After talking with the lovely people at Allergy Buyers Club (you can do this online, right on their website in a chat box), we determined that an upright vacuum would be the best choice for me. I thought for sure I'd want a Dyson, but after discussing it further, they highly recommended the brand Sebo. I hadn't heard of this brand before but after reading some reviews from their website I was sold. The Sebo brand is viewed as the best manufacturer of upright vacuum cleaners in Europe and they are absolutely legendary for their durability! In fact, several of the team members at Allergy Buyers Club own them and use them in their own homes. Sebo is so confident in their products that they have a 5 year warranty on non-wear parts, motor and labor. If under warranty, SEBO will pay to pick it up, repair it, and return it for no charge.
Sebo X4 Vacuum Cleaner Review
Allergy Buyers Club sent me a Black Sebo X4 Upright Vacuum Cleaner (free of charge in order to facilitate this review):
The Sebo X4 arrived double packaged to ensure it would be in perfect condition, which it was. Minor assembly was required but the process was very, very easy and I had the vacuum put together within a few minutes. The directions were easy to read and diagrams helped show where to snap the various pieces together.
Once I got the Sebo X4 vacuum together, I stood back and admired the sleek design and color scheme. I thought this vacuum was going to be a bit bulky and heavy, but I was pleasantly surprised at how lightweight it is at 16.7 pounds. It's also very easy to push. Our home consists of a large amount of tile in the main living spaces, with thick carpet in the bedrooms, and laminate flooring in a few smaller rooms. Rather than sweep the tile or laminate surfaces, I prefer to just vacuum the whole house at once. This can be a bit of a challenge if you're not using the right vacuum. Often times when I try to vacuum crumbs and small particles on the tile surface, they appear to be gone, but then I find they were merely spit out the back of the vacuum. It's infuriating and I end up wasting time and energy. I was super excited to see that the Sebo X4 features an automatic carpet height adjustment. Without you having to do a thing, the Sebo X4 will adjust the brush roll to the correct height for cleaning any depth of carpet, rugs and bare floors.
You can see in this photo that the front of the Sebo X4 features an information panel with indicator lights so you know when the brush head is moving up or down, when you need to check the brush, or when the bag is full or there's a clog. I think this is such a fantastic feature! It totally takes the guess work out of it and alerts you to a problem right away. Another thing I love about the head of the Sebo X4 is what I call the "rubber bumper". It's got a great rubbery coating around the edge that will protect your home and furniture from damage while vacuuming. I can't count how many times I've scuffed or dented our walls, molding, or furniture with our previous vacuums, so this was a big plus for me!
You can see in the photo above that the Sebo X4 is low profile in that it only require about a 5.5 inch clearance to reach underneath furniture. The machine also bends way back - to 180 degrees actually - so you can slide it underneath beds and furniture to reach those extremely hard to reach places. The Sebo X4 features three on-board tools, including a crevice tool, upholstery tool, and small dusting brush. There are also other tools available for purchase if you're dealing with a special job.
Now, let's talk about what makes the Sebo X4 upright the perfect choice for those wanting a healthier home. The Sebo X4 features the Sebo S-Class Filtration System. This means that dirt and dust is picked up then filtered through a 3-layer filter bag, electrostatic microfilter, and exhaust filter inside the vacuum cleaner. Any vacuum cleaners meeting the "S-Class" standards are equivalent to meeting HEPA requirements to filter out 99.97% of pollens, household dust, dust mites and other allergens as small as 0.3 micrometers in size! Plus, for particles 1 micrometer and larger, the filtration rate is 100%.
The Sebo X4 vacuum bag and filter are located on the front of the machine, in an access panel that's easy to get to. The bags are also easy to change and are have a sealable filter so no dust or dirt will escape once sealed. The X4 comes with two bags but additional bags are available to order. Another great thing about the Sebo filtration systems is the reduced overall costs. No need to replace expensive HEPA filters every 6-12 months; Sebo recommends replacing the tubular microfilter and fine foam exhaust filter after using 10-20 vacuum bags.
So, how well does the Sebo X4 work? Extremely well! It has a powerful motor 1300 watt motor that products a great amount of air flow but still remains rather quiet (compared to my previous vacuum). The motor also features cut-out protection so if you pick up an item that might damage the motor, it will automatically cut-off. The Sebo X4 picked up everything every bit of dust and debris on all of our floor surfaces and it worked very well on our thick carpets thanks to the double row brush roll. I would definitely recommend a Sebo X4 if you're looking for a high-quality vacuum to keep your home as clean and allergen-free as possible.
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What do you think of the Sebo X4 vacuum?
Disclosure: I received the Sebo X4 vacuum at no cost in order to facilitate this review. All opinions are my own.
OurFamilyWorld says
wow, I love that filtration system! I wish I had one like this!
Kelsey Apley says
WOW now this sounds like a great vacuum!! I love how it has a nice filtration and is good for people with allergies, that is our family!!!
Sarah - ITKM says
Very in-depth review! Looks like a great vaccuum
Anne says
Sounds great, I need a new badly!
Amber Edwards says
I seriously love how you can keep all your attachments on the vacuum, instead of trying to find some place to store them! And I love the anti-allergy trait!
TE Lawrence says
I had never heard of this brand either. Looks like something I will need to check out the next time I need a new vacuum.
crystal davis says
I would LOVE to win the canister vac. I would actually have a vacuum again. Currently I have a three hundred dollar bissell healthy home that lives at my in-laws house. Seriously I have to 'borrow' my own vacuum. If I won I would take the canister vac (they don't like canisters so would probably let me keep it) and tell them they can keep the bissel. Not like I really get to use it anyway plus the thing stinks of dogs and cat litter. Yes they used MY vacuum on cat litter. I REALLY hope I win.
Julie Wood says
My favorite feature of the Sebo vacuum is the Sebo S-Class Filtration System. I like that the dirt and dust is picked up then filtered through a 3-layer filter bag, getting all of the allergens out of my house! I also like the attachments for hard to reach places!
Jasmine P says
This looks like an awesome product! I'm in need of a new vacuum really bad!
Ashley F says
Wow, this looks so nice! We have cats and dogs and our current vacuum is about to bite the dust (no pun intended!) and a Sebo sounds like it would be a a wonderful option for us!
Nancy Allen says
I like that the Sebo X4 features an automatic carpet height adjustment that it will adjust the brush roll to the correct height for cleaning any depth of carpet, rugs and bare floors.
jo n says
Is it possible to get this with recyclable bags? Maybe something that empties instead of tossing into the garbage? Washable filters?
~Angie~ says
Sounds like a great vacuum! Ours is going out and this one looks like a good buy. Thanks for the review!
Allison Downes says
I really do need a new vacuum. This one looks really nice. My favorite feature is the filtration system. Thank you for sharing!
Susan Broughton says
I am in need of a new vacuum and this one sounds like a good one to take into consideration when I go to make my purchase.
Sheri Ferguson says
This vacuum sounds like it's perfect for people with allergies. We have alot of pet fur and dander, which this machine seems to be able to handle.
Amanda Alvarado says
We need a vacuum period! LOL I love that this can go from carpet to tile!
polly says
I like the powerful motor...some of the vacuums have little pickup power...this one looks like it does a great job
Nettie Larson says
This is amazing technology! We need a new vacuum like this.
Diana Cote says
Sounds like a really good vacuum. :]
rebeccabasset says
Wow it sounds amazing! I hate it when I am Vacuuming and the stuff from my Floor gets blown back out the Back, sometimes hitting me. This one sounds dreamy, and I love the fact that you don't have to adjust it, and the Electronic Readouts sound wonderful!
Thanks for the Post, Picture's and the Link!
Cynthia Cover says
Wow this vacuum seems pretty good at removing allergens. Since my hubby is allergic to our dog, this would be an ideal vacuum.
Michele says
I am SO happy that someone is finally reviewing a vacuum! I've actually had fights with my hubby about vacuum cleaners...he says they're all alike and I'm just one to steal towards higher priced ones. Well...I've tried several types of vacuum cleaners and like you, have failed miserably. My son who's 6 now,has chronic lung disease (from being born at 23 weeks), we've just bought a foreclosed home with tile and carpet and need a very good allergy helping vacuum that will keep my son healthy and clean both carpet and tile...so thankyou very much for directing me towards this vacuum cleaner. I will definitely post this on my blog! Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!
Adrienne L Rudolph says
sounds like a great vacuum
Lanie says
wow this vacuum sounds like the dream vaccum. I love the filtration system and all the little tools included. This would definitely to the job in my home. I have not heard of this brand before but I will definitely check them out more! Great detailed review.. 🙂
Erin K. says
This sounds like an awesome vacuum. My son has quite a lot of allergies so we need a good vacuum. This might be it!
Bonnie Gowen says
Great Review! =) This would be a great system to have in our home.
Becki Witherow says
I could definitely use this to reduce the allergens in our house. We have four cats!
Cheryl Rahkonen says
Oh, yes, I need a new vaccuum. I have a reactive airway and dust is my worst enemy. My vaccuum picks up a lot of dust but also leaves a lot behind. I have not found one that hasn't thrown some dust around and then of course, I react. My favorite feature is that it will adjust the brush roll to the correct height. No more throwing dust and hair out to the side. I would love to own this vacuum.
Krista Grandstaff says
Many years ago, when I lived in Germany, I had a Sebo...it was amazing!! I wasn't able to bring it back to the States because it would have needed voltage adapters etc, and it would never have had the same power...I am VERY excited to see that they have them available for purchase here now - I'd rather buy a fantastic vacuum once, than the yearly purchase of the $150 ones that I seem to have to get each spring 🙂
Kim Varnum says
This would lessen the allergies throughout the home.
april b says
I have never thought a vacuum was a vacuum, most of them just stir of dust. I just bought a cheap one, and there is dust all over the outside of it, I'm in desperate need of a good vacuum but a good one is expensive.
Sylvia Zajis says
I love the automatic cut off feature to save the motor in case of an oops! Much needed in my house.
Ronald A. says
Nice Vaccume
Mya Murphy says
having an awesome vacuum that helps allergies is a must in my home. I have asthma, and the vac I have now is killing me.
Kimberly K. says
I like that the vacuum automatically cuts off if it picks up something that may damage the motor. Unfortunately the $679 price tag is way out of my budget range for a vacuum.
Rachel says
I love the indicator lights!!!
Betsy Barnes says
This is really a very nice vacuum! My favorite feature is the the Sebo S-Class Filtration System, great for a healthier home 🙂
Kathy Lane says
I love this vacuum!This vacuum has a great Filtration System,and it would help to relieve my husbands allergies.
Helga says
That would be great to have. I like how easy it looks to use.
Michele P says
I've never heard of this brand either prior to your review, but given the fact that some of the staff at Allergy Buyer's Club has this in their own home says alot. Where I have lung issues, this would be a great vacuum for my home due to the great filtering system...enjoyed the review!
Leela R. says
This sounds like a great vacuum. I really like the self adjusting height feature and the large rubber bumper. I'm always hitting things with out current vacuum and hate having to stop all the time to adjust the height.
Marsha says
I like the filtration system, the low profile and the sleek design.
Lisa F. says
Thanks for the review. I like the cut-out protection feature where if you pick up an item that might damage the motor, it will automatically cut-off.
ANN*H says
Oh I would so love a Sebo X4 vacuum cleaner. Mine is so old it dont pick up anything much anymore. I like that this will be good for my and my grandsons allergies. The cats and other allergies.
It also has a nice rubber bumper that will help from banging the furniture too. thanks for the info
Deborah Caudill says
Thanks for the great Sebo review. I would love to have one. I bought a very expensive model years ago and found that it wasnt any better than the $100.00 one I had replaced, plus the bags and other accessories that needed replacing bout every two months cost way more than my other cheaper model. I am still using te one I bought that was so expensive, but it has only gotten worse. I am going to check into a Sebo soon thanks to your review.
Bo says
Wow, this vacuum sounds amazing! That filtration system is great!
Karen Hand says
Oh, I love the fact that this vacuum is self-adjusting to the different floor types. Although my current vacuum claims to do so, it does not stand up to the test.
Lucy Lopez says
This vacuum sounds great. I like its filtration system.
Cynthia P says
16.7 pounds only and easy to push? Sounds great for an arthritic like me.
Anita L says
Thank you for your review! I have never heard of the Sebo Vacuum until now, but it really sounds like a product I would love to own! I really like that it is light weight, since I have stairs that would need swept. The filtration system also sounds very good and would benefit me with my allergies. 🙂
Susan P. says
Nice review, Ruth! I prefer a bag over bag less and the filtration system sounds like it does a great job. Over the years, I've found that I don't need lots of tools so the ones that come with the vacuum would be enough. The only negative for me is the price.
Rebecca Parsons says
I never get a sweeper that doesn't have a good filter. I love this one better than the ones I have purchased in the past.
Deborah D says
Looks like a great vacuum. I know what to look for when I need a new vacuum.
maria c says
Thank you for your review. It sounds like a great vacuum. I like the automatic carpet height adjustment.
laurie nykaza says
This Sebo Vac looks amazing with my son having a heart transplant this would really keep the house nice and clean.
Cynthia says
Great vaccum
laurie says
what a great vacuum would love to try it on my floors
Michael Maddox says
I wish I had one of these! Great!
Christina Strapp says
This looks like a really nice vacuum. I really need a new one especially one that will pick up all the pet hair in my house.
Sue Pompetti says
Between my allergies and cat population, this would be an amazing addition to my house!
Tamarae Ellis says
This sounds like an ideal vacuum for allergens. I am not a huge fan of a bagged vacuum but I think I could manage with such an amazing review!
Dorothy Boucher says
this definitely sounds like a wonderful vacuum, i sure could of used this around the holiday's 😉 thanks for share
Virginia L Rogers says
Sounds great, awesome review, love the facts great for allergies and has warranty and its durability!! Would really love to own one!!! 🙂
Diana Vuong says
I have been searching for a new vacuum cleaner and the one we have now needs to be replaced. I might have to look into this one.
AC says
This sounds like a great well made product. We need a new vacuum.
Linda Mannst says
I have never heard of this vacuum before. I love that it is light weight and is easy to push. I also love that you can use it on different types of flooring. Thank you so much for sharing