This is by far the best vacuum I have ever owned. VERY powerful, yet very quiet. I have had two "Little Dirt Devils" that both got a pebble or something in them and it burned out the motors on both. I LOVE this vacuum. The amount of unseen dust it picks up is unbelieveable and to us neat freaks thats very exciting. Enjoy your vacuum! Get more detail about Eureka 71B Hand-Held Vacuum.