It was a great vacuum --for the first six months. Then the battery died and a new one is $70. Also, the extendable brush attachment broke after 2 uses. I had a Dyson for a very long time and did not want to spend that kind of money again. I guess we learn the hard way. Next time, I will either buy a much less expensive one with the likelihood of replacing the next six months (as I am doing now) or spend the money on a better one and have it for much longer. But avoid this one as it is a total waste of money.