Well, I JUST got it today, I had an older model of dirt devil which was a bit heavier which I liked because I felt I had more control over than this one, the flimsy small wheels on the bottom are difficult to navigate on carpet making it feel like your not in control and it is quite loud, There is a slight smell while/after vacuuming as if the motor is burning up already after 1 small trial run, but I'll find out about that hopefully within a few weeks, the verdict is still out with this particular model, I paid 119.99, but paid like 1/2 the price for the dirt devil before this one and so far feel more comfortable with THAT model. My mother in law purchased a whirlwind Eureka and said it rocks, but I was hesitant since my last Eureka's motor burned out the 1st month of use! (which is why Im a dirt devil fan now, our DD lasted for about 5 years + now!)I'll let you know in a few months! :)