Bought this stick vac this week, and it advertises 50% more power than the other model. All I can say is the other model clearly must be a push broom. I could more effectively lick the floors clean. The handheld has a noticeably stronger suction, but still not enough to suck up sugar sprinkle or any grassy bits. The roller brush could be useful but with it properly attached there is almost no suction. Spent 45 minutes cleaning the entry mat and it's still visibly dirty. It is light weight and made of cheap plastic, will make an excellent wall hanging/conversation piece of what not to buy.