Went searching for a replacement for my Hoover electric broom, a lightweight vacuum I had used for years on my bare floors - it finally died - I have a larger, fancier Hoover Windtunnel bagless vacuum that I use on my carpets and rugs and I LOVE it - but it is too heavy to use on a flight of stairs and too bulky to manuver around the bathrooms - stumbled upon the Nanolite at Walmart - this is a great vacuum at a great price - very light-weight and easily manuverable in small spaces - it has great suction - I also love the bagless feature - highly recommend this item - very practical for any level...