The Hoover Elite Swivel is a contender among your everyday vacuums. It has all the bells and whistles you need to completely clean your floors. The swivel action is wonderful, making it easier to maneuver. The long cord means less outlet swapping. The ease of emptying the vacuum is unparalleled - just push a button and POOF, empty collection bin. We vacuumed out carpet with our old vacuum immediately before using this one. After using the Elite Swivel, we were shocked at how much dirt, hair and debris was collected. Almost a full bin! We would highly recommend thus vacuum to anyone looking for a powerful yet lightweight vacuum. It simply gets the job done!!