I really like this cleaner. I've had it for about 5 months. If you vacuum first with a separate vacuum cleaner and then wash the floors with this device the clean-up is much easier. Of course you don't have to do this because it is also a very good vacuum. I am amazed at how much dirt it removes from an apparently clean floor. My waste water is always very dark as it removes dirt. Once you learn how to use it clean-up is easy.