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I did find the C Series.  I originally just looked on the Sebo website.  What is the main difference between the C and the K?  I'm going to call now to see if they can give me any insight.  Something you said about the Miele made me think--we're moving to the beach in a month--would sand and grit be a problem with either the Miele or the Sebo?  Thanks again!!

Thank you so much for your detailed feedback!  I do like the SEBOs, but $400 for the Polaris is pushing it, and the K Series SEBO is $489.  I don't see the C Series on the website.  Maybe they don't sell it in the USA...I think I'll go with the Miele S4--Polaris.  I had no idea I could get this excited- or confused- about purchasing a vacuum! 

Everyone recommends a different vacuum--I thought I narrowed it down to a Miele canister (for my mix of hardwood and area rugs), but doing further research I found out about Simplicity and Sebo.  So what to buy?  The sales guy at my local shop suggested a Miele Polaris (S4 series).  I'm not thrilled about spending $400, but I want to get something that is effective (my husband and daughter have dust allergies), easy to use (I'm not a great housekeeper) and will last--my husband doesn't want to buy another vacuum cleaner (haha).  After reading their brochure, I called about the Miele Olympus (S2 series), which is $100 cheaper.  I'm not convinced the Polaris is worth the extra $100--any thoughts?  Can I add the carpet attachments to the Olympus if I need to down the road?  Is it worth looking into the Sebo or Simplicity?  I would have to drive an hour to a shop that sells either of those.  And then there's the Panasonic--cheaper, but worth it?  I appreciate any feedback I can get.