I bought this recently and am very happy with it. Only one consideration is that it is a heavy machine. I bought it because I had several cheaper models and they did not last long. I also like the fact that it is not a bagless machine. I have had Dyson and absolutely hated emptying the dirt out of it as some always escapes. Bags all the way for me now.

It's so much better than a barrel vac, upright position when using makes vacuuming easy on the back, suction is amazing and adjustable for any surface. No bending over to turn on or adjust suction, its at your fingertips, really long cord The brush lifts the pile on my worn carpet and has had new life breathed into it. the tools and length of hose are better and longer than a barrel vac and it doesn't fall over if you drag it around while using it. Effortless 90 degree turns around furniture and lays completely flat to vac under beds. All the features work better than expected and I actually enjoy vacuuming. Worth every cent, love it.