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Having used one of these years ago, I figured that, for the money, this was worth a try. With a newly crawling baby, two cats, a dog, and two adolescent girls, this would seem a good way to keep the floor and rug where my daughter crawls around clean. Since it is human powered and light-weight, it is ideal for quick cleanups without the hassle of cords, noise, or dust. On floors and rugs it has done well, picking up as well as a broom and much more conveniently. As for the complaints of other reviewers regarding the handle: Read the Assembly instructions! The instructions clearly state that after the pieces are assembled, but before they are screwed on, they should be driven into place by striking down on a hard surface (Covered to prevent marring). This will drive the tapered sections together firmly. If you follow the directions on the box, the handle is not a problem. My only complaint so far is the ability to clean into corners could be improved, but for the cost, I'm still very pleased.