Although the vacuum has good suction, it’s not great to maneuver around the house. Wand is far too short and I’m not a tall person, it’s almost like they forgot a piece. It falls over on its side if you drag it too hard behind you. If your house is all hardwood with no area carpets, it’s ok. But I have a golden retriever and two cats. I need a vacuum with a beater bar, this is not the machine for me. I’ll keep it for my bedroom until I can find a machine that can beat my Kenmore.