This vacuum is so powerful. It’s easy to maneuver, light, and high quality. I really love the green color as well. It was easy to set up and use right away, and we didn’t have any issues. Our home has hardwood and carpet and tile in it, and this vacuum has no issues changing gears when going from different heights. It’s pretty seamless! The charge lasts quite a while, too. I can vacuum my entire 2500 soft home with no issues with the battery. That’s a major win! It’s easy to empty, and you can also get a self emptying attachment for this if you’d like. I think we’ll add it eventually, just for convenience, but totally not necessary. It’s a great vacuum, and I highly recommend it!