I purchased this to use on our first floor which has one 10X10 short pile area rug in the den, the edges outside of the area rug are hardwood. The other rooms and hallway have either hardwood or stick down tile squares. We have 3 large dogs-that shed- and 2 cats. Pros-large dirt cup and headlamp, both of which were on this model. Does a decent job on the area rug. Beater bar speed control on the handle. Cons-Does not pick up dog hair well on the hardwood or tile squares. I am left with dog hair still on the floor even with the beater bar set on low. Side suction not that good. Difficult to maneuver even with the swivel head. Position of the cord on the unit is near the bottom so have to hold it in my hand with the handle to keep it from getting run over constantly.