I have tried Electrolux, Hoover, Simplicity, Riccar, Miele, Kirby & some brands I forgot about. BUT this vacuum is THE perfect vacuum. It empties without fluffing all the dust back into the room. 2 dogs + 1 that visits often, I don't think Labradors ever stop shedding. I am sticking with Bissell, I own 3 other products, and its easy to get parts, cleaning solutions, etc from the website. LOVE IT!