So, I am a newbie to pool ownership, since end of last year and we have a 45,000 gal pool (ouch). I bought all the great tools for the pool a cleaner for thousands that crawls the side of the pool, all of the vacuuming gear and its 75 feet of hose (to fight with), but using those things for a 3 minute job of getting a few leaves off the bottom of the deep end takes 30 to 45 minutes. This portable cleaner is light and easily goes on the extension pool, and in less than three to five minutes you can do all the little trouble spots. No need to turn the settings on your pool. or mess with the filter or backwash, etc. It has a mesh bag that is easy to clean too, and hold plenty for quick clean-ups. Just make sure the nozzle and bag are clicked into place before use. Its awesome!!!