We searched for a good vacuum cleaner to replace ours. My husband is a flooring contractor and extremely particular about our vacuums. Most manufacturers do not advise using another popular brand as it pulls the fibers too hard. In fact it voids the warranty on some brands of carpeting. This vacuum is powerful, versatile, and lightweight for steps and crevices. LED Light is very bright so you won't suck up unsuspecting objects on the floor. So far so good.