Miele
German premium home appliances since 1899
Family-owned appliance maker from Gütersloh, known for long-lasting washing machines, ovens, vacuums and built-in kitchen equipment.
About Miele
Founded in Gütersloh in 1899, Miele is a German manufacturer of premium domestic and commercial appliances. The company is still controlled by the Miele and Zinkann families and is known for durable construction, extensive product testing and a focus on laundry, cooking, cooling and floor care.
Why consider Miele
- Long-standing German engineering heritage
- Premium build quality across laundry and kitchen lines
- Independent family ownership with consistent product philosophy
- Strong service network across Europe
- Broad range from freestanding to fully integrated appliances
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Brand details
Product categories
Brand ownership
- Miele & Cie. KG
- Miele
Market presence
- Miele Experience Centers
- Kitchen and appliance retailers
- Authorized service partners
- Online store
- Commercial and medical equipment channels
Brand timeline
- 1899Founded by Carl Miele and Reinhard Zinkann in Gütersloh
- 1927Moves into electric washing machines
- 1950sExpands internationally beyond Germany
- 1990sStrengthens built-in kitchen and premium positioning
- 2010sAdds connected appliances and steam cooking lines
- TodayGlobal premium appliance brand under family ownership