This vacuum works well for a year. The suction is good for the price of the vacuum. The size and weight of the vacuum are also comfortable. However, after a year the suction capacity decreases dramatically. I take very good care of my vacuum, cleaning the filters regularly. I find it ridiculous that you need to wash and clean the filters after pretty much every use in order to get decent suction for 5-10 minutes. Then repeat the process. It is very hard to find replacement parts for THIS product. The premotor sponge has been sold out on Bissell.com for over a year. I replaced the other filters at the 8-month mark. I would not buy this product again. Too much hassle with upkeep and cleaning.