I have birds, so before getting this stick vacuum, I was sweeping my carpet area every night around their cages. This vacuum works beautifully, and picks up things very well. It's not a "suction" type "vacuum", but it does a great job mimicking one. The other great thing is this comes with TWO batteries, so you are never without power.  I had a stick vacuum years ago (different brand), and it only had one battery, so if the battery died before finishing, you were screwed, and had to recharge.  With this, if your power dies out, you have another one waiting, and you continue on.  I can vacuum my living room area, the hall, etc., maybe three nights before it starts to sound low. So it has a good longevity to the battery. Again, I love this thing! I'm so happy I bought this!