tldr; German-made premium upright sold via direct sales. Excellent quality but expensive and hard to service in North America.
$23.66 on AmazonBest praise vs top criticism for Vorwerk Kobold VK7
“Best upright I have ever used is a vorverk kobold. But they don't make the corded ones anymore and they were stupidly expensive when new. I have also used a new Dyson V12 Absolut. I don't like Dyson at all but this was one of the better stick vac experiences I have had, mainly in that they have finally got rid of the pain inducing trigger. I guess you use the Miele when you vacuum and she can use the cordless Dyson when she does it. When it blows up after 3 years she can buy the next one?”
23 Reddit opinions analyzed • Last updated 4/4/2026