Which Sebo Should I Buy? Part 3: The Upright Lineup

In our previous posts, we compared the form factors of canisters versus uprights and took a deep dive into the versatile Airbelt canister series. Today, we’re focusing on the "bread and butter" of the Sebo brand: Uprights.

Sebo uprights are legendary for their durability and "carpet-first" engineering. While we won't be covering the more industrial, utilitarian models like the Mechanical or G-series (which are fantastic for house cleaners but a bit "no-frills" for most homes), Sebo offers two distinct residential families that cater to very different styles of cleaning: the Flex Series (Felix & Dart) and the Automatic X-Series.

I. The "Canister in Disguise": Felix & Dart

If you love the maneuverability of a canister but prefer the form factor of an upright, this is your category. These machines are unique because they are "modular"—you can actually remove the power head and use the body as a handheld portable vacuum.

1. Sebo Felix Premium

The Felix is often called the "flagship" of Sebo’s residential uprights. It is the most versatile upright on the market.

• Key Feature: Swivel Neck. The Felix features a 180° steering neck that allows it to weave around furniture with ease.

• Variable Suction: Unlike most uprights, you can turn the suction up or down—perfect for delicate rugs or curtains.

• The "Plus": It comes standard with the Premium Parquet Brush, meaning you can swap the heavy carpet head for a lightweight, specialized tool for your hardwood floors.

• Ideal User: Someone with a mix of flooring who wants an upright that doesn't feel like a "tank" and needs to navigate tight spaces.

2. Sebo Dart

Think of the Dart as the Felix’s "no-nonsense" sibling. It uses the same powerful motor and ET-1 power head but strips away some of the luxury features.

• What’s Different? It lacks the swivel neck (it has a fixed neck), variable suction, and the adjustable handle height.

• Ideal User: Someone who wants Sebo's commercial cleaning power at a lower price point and doesn't mind a slightly more traditional, "push-pull" steering experience.

II. The "Set It and Forget It" Legend: The Automatic X-Series

The X-Series is what made Sebo famous. These machines are the height of convenience because they feature Automatic Height Adjustment. A computer in the vacuum senses the floor's resistance and moves the entire power head up or down for you. No dials, no pedals—just turn it on and go.

3. Sebo Automatic X4

This is the classic, slim-profile X-series.

• Performance: It handles the transition from thick carpet to bare floors seamlessly. It’s thin enough to lay completely flat to the floor to get under beds.

• Ideal User: The homeowner with a large amount of wall-to-wall carpet who wants the simplest, most reliable vacuuming experience possible.

4. Sebo Automatic X4 Boost

The "Boost" model looks identical to the X4 but includes one crucial button on the base.

• The Boost Button: When pressed, it tells the vacuum to stay in its lowest, most aggressive height setting for a few seconds. This is designed to "comb" through high-traffic areas or pull stubborn pet hair out of the carpet fibers.

• Ideal User: Someone who loves the X4's automation but wants a little extra "oomph" for pet hair or high-traffic hallways.

5. Sebo Automatic X7

The X7 is the modern evolution of the X-series. It features a redesigned body, improved airflow, and a few high-end upgrades.

• The Upgrades: It includes an LED headlight (surprisingly helpful for seeing dust on hard floors) and a more refined height-sensing computer that adjusts even faster than the X4.

• Ideal User: The homeowner who wants the "top of the line" upright with all the modern bells and whistles.

6. The Sebo Automatic X8

• The Difference: The X8 is essentially an X7 with a "Widepath" head. While the X7 has a 12-inch head, the X8 jumps to 15 inches.

• Ideal User: Someone with massive, open expanses of carpet who wants to finish the job in fewer passes. (Note: Because the head is wider, it is slightly harder to fit into tight corners!)

III. Summary: Which Upright Wins?

Choosing a Sebo upright usually comes down to how you like to steer:

• If you want to "drive" the vacuum around chair legs and switch between different floor tools, the Felix is your winner.

• If you want the vacuum to do the thinking for you so you can just walk across the house without ever touching a setting, the Automatic X7 is the gold standard.

Regardless of your choice, both the Flex and X-Series offer that industry-leading 10-year warranty (when bought locally) and the legendary S-Class filtration that keeps your air as clean as your floors.