I didn't expect too much for an inexpensive canister vacuum.  I was purchasing to vacuum cat and dog hair on my carpeted stairs and to vacuum my car.  This little "mighty mite" packs a big punch.  Superb suction, compact and light weight, but does not feel flimsy.  When researching this purchase I found the other customer reviews helpful, and I also found other references to this model as being one of the better canister compacts.  Would recommend to anyone looking for a canister vacuum.