I have had my Zing for nearly a decade, and I am thrilled with it. It ain't dead yet either. I do need a new filter and floor attachment. The brushes on my original are wearing. Has anyone bought anything like this in recent times and had this kind of performance and durability? Mine was the last on the shelf. How lucky was that? You guys definitely employ great designers. We have since purchased another Bissell specifically for dog hair and are enjoying it as well. Thanks, folks!