Bests & Worsts Reviews from Amazon

I am always puzzled by people who complain about certain features that are simply part of the limitations of what they are buying... If you don't want noise, buy a broom, it is no louder than my higher end Hoover upright. Also, less sound usually means less power at this price point... As for the cord, then buy a cordless! Honestly, I bought this for its cord because I wanted a more powerful vac--it is very powerful and has great cord length, I can easily vacuum my stairs, which was the main purpose of buying this vac, but I also found that it does a great job on the fabric covered couch and cars--love this thing! The beater brush works great! I was shocked at the cat hair this thing finds--which btw, it does a great job on cat hair. As for capacity, then buy a bigger vac, if you want a handheld then its capacity is going to be smaller else it is no longer a handheld... If you don't like the mess of emptying it, then buy a bagged version (if they exist as handhelds). I wish I had a magic pony that would get my drinks and find the TV remote when I need it--I could go on, but I think you get the picture, some people just like to nit pick in order to have something to say. I looked and looked before buying this vac, it isn't overly loud and it is powerful. If you simply don't over fill the debris container and keep the beater brush clean--such as cutting off strings or hair that may get wrapped around it, very little maintenance needed. Also cleaning the filter is a breeze, simply use your other vac to clean it off, it will take just seconds. From all my research, it is the best in class for the price. I would buy again in a heartbeat.