I have had this little vacuum for some time.  For some reason, I am hard on vacuum cleaners.  I have had so many that just conk out after a while or don't perform as advertised.  But, this little vacuum is a jewel.  It is lightweight, picks up my cats' hair really well, is easy to store, and is an all around hard working tool.  You can't go wrong for the price.  I'm considering buying a Eureka upright to replace my clunky big Hoover that is supposed to be self-propelled.