I bought the Hoover Silver steam vacuum at Wal Mart right before my sons birthday in January.  For the price, around $150.00, it is absolutely amazing.  It got the stains right out of the carpet with no problems and was very easy to use.  It is easy to put together, very lightweight, and great for the not-so-handy.  The best part is that it has an attachment for upholestry such as couches or  chairs that works wonderfully also.  The only cons I would say about it is that you have to replace the water quicker than I would like--but that is the reason it is lightweight--, The carpets did not...