This vacuum is kind of heavy and awkward to use. The suction seemed very good the first few times I used it, but since then it doesn't. I think the foam filter clogs too quickly, they say every week, but it probably should be every use, which is a pain.The telescoping duster and its cleaning holster were why I finally chose this vacuum, but the lever to switch between vacuum and clean the duster just broke off. I've had it since March and I used it like once a week or two, so less than 30 uses and it breaks? That sucks.The tiger paw should be renamed club foot, it is useless and never worked.On bare floors, you'd better wear protective shoes when vacuuming, all it does is kick the crap it can't pick up (which is most of the dirt) onto your feet.Not a good buy.