I bought a second vacuum because the first one is amazing! I wanted to make sure I would always have one, in case the other vacuum eventually breaks (hopefully in the far distant future). The vacuum is so lightweight and the suction power is excellent. I use the vacuum on my low pile room rugs and floors. If I don't want to take out my heavy vacuum cleaner to vacuum the rooms with carpeting, I use the stick vacuum with good results. The lightness of the vacuum is really great for anyone in the over 65 category! Feather Weight is the perfect name for this vacuum.