This vacuum is an excellent purchase. I have had several expensive vacuums over the years. This isn't the most expensive vacuum I've bought - but it's the best. That's no hyperbole - this is a time saver and it's a quality piece of equipment.You put this on your back and go! I have indoor dogs so vacuuming frequently is necessary. This unit doesn't weigh much. The cord is heavy duty and gauge would be okay on a commercial or construction site.I transition from wood floor to rugs in my cleaning. The Prolux might not suck the chrome off a trailer hitch but you don't need a beater bar vacuum - this will clean carpet quickly and thoroughly.You can also get cobwebs and switch nozzles to do furniture as you move through the room.The hose does not crush when you bend it like shop vacuum hoses will - this is critical if you are really moving. I cannot stress how much the hose is a factor in making cleaning easy.Probably the best thing is the HEPA rating. I have children with breathing issues - and running this vacuum through the house a few times a week really has helped indoor air quality.Finally, I often pretend I am putting on my ptoto pack to bust ghosts when I pull those out of the utility closet. All need are some coveralls.