I'm on my third model of this vacuum in three years, the first two were lost in unfortunate circumstances. I LOVE this vacuum! Super cheap and lightweight. The first two models I owned were adequate/good for the price, but they have really outdone themselves with the latest update. In five minutes of vacuuming it pulled an entire cup of hidden filth out of my 5×7 rug, leaving it looking brand new! I use it on short-nap rugs as well as my hardwoods. Definitely the best yet. Rating: All the stars! Also I see the design team incorporated my suggestion of a 'PhD button' for the handheld-release. Lol. Thanks. I always need help finding where to "Push here, Dummy." :)