This is the best vacuum I ever used. I use it to clean my entire house. The 30' cord is the best. It has a lot of power. I vacuum every other day, due to having 3 cats. I have been using a Hoover for a year, which was obviously not picking up all the dirt, because when I ran my new Bissel, I was shocked at the amount of dirt in the canister. I love my new Bissel Smart Clean, and love using it. I feel my floors are truly clean now! Thank you Bissel!