I love how lightweight this vacuum is. It seems as if the suction power is a lot better than the other one that I have, which is also heavier. I really like how the handle can come off to easily vacuum stairs. Using this on laminate flooring is also wonderful and I noticed it did a really good job grabbing the debris from the trim by the carpet or other flooring. Typically I have to get another attachment out to use to vacuum that all up. I am very impressed with this vacuum and would recommend to anyone looking to purchase a new one. I have not really been a fan of cords that you have to wind up manually, but this one isn't too bad, especially since it has the cord holder at the top.