Using standard vacuums can be such a chore. Moving from room to room, looking for outlets to plug into. This vacuum is so simple to use it's almost fun. I have vinyl tiles and area rugs and would normally have to clean them separately with different tools. That ended the day I received this. Once charged, I vacuumed my entire apartment in 15 minutes!!! It's lightweight and simple to empty, and flows from tile to rug like a dream! This is one purchase you'll never regret! *I received this item to review as part of a promotion.