Hoover 5507-900 Elite Auto-Rewind Bagless Upright Vacuum Cleaner

I bought this vacuum almost a year ago. At first, it amazed me with how powerful it was and how much cat hair it picked up. I thought the on-board attachment that had the motor was the greatest thing with how well it cleaned my couch and stairs. And I love the auto-rewind cord. My only dislikes were 1. the attachment hose is not very long, 2. the power cord was not very long, and 3. the dirt cup is a poor design that traps a majority of the hair around the filter so that you have to reach and pull it all out.

It kept up with my vacuuming needs for several months (with two cats, I vacuum about once a week). I feel like I keep the filter fairly clean - I empty the dirt cup out with each floor I vacuum and take the whole filter out periodically to wash and dry it. But the vacuum has lost so much suction power that the hose is pretty useless now and even the attachment with the motor that I loved hardly picks up anything. So I will likely replace it in a few months. Too bad... Other reviews warned me but I thought maybe it was a few isolated incidents. It seemed like a good vacuum for the price I got from Amazon but I guess you get what you pay for.

After being sick of junky vacuums that would either fall apart, overheat all the time, or just fail mechanically in some way, I did tons of research on vacuums and ended up going with this one. The main factors that make it so awesome are the incredible suction power, the manly workman-esque color scheme which matches my tools, the see-through bagless cyclonic chamber, the hepa filter, and of course the rewind power cord.

Pros: Firing it up for the first time, you will see dirt and dust that are inches away getting pulled into it. Right away, you know this thing has great suction and isn't taking any prisoners. This is a seriously powerful vacuum. I learned the hard way not to get it near any small loose wires like phone chargers or shoelaces; it tried to suck up an entire sneaker and I had to shut it down because it wouldn't let go! Later on, I got the hose wand near a box of tissues and it started sucking them out of the box one by one! This thing will try to pick up anything and everything, even its own cord. It rolls well, has ample cord length, lots of attachments and other goodies which clip on, a very clean and easy dumping of the dirt container, and is easy to take apart in case you need to change a filter or something gets stuck and clogs up somewhere.

Cons: Alot of people complain about the belts, and I have to admit that this was an issue for me when I first got it. Not realizing how powerful this vacuum is, having the brush height set too low will grind the spinning brush into a carpet and it will get stuck, stopping the belt in place while the cylinder that rotates it continues to spin. It wears right into the belt and starts smelling like burnt rubber and will trash the belt very quickly. I burned through a belt doing this not knowing that's what was going on. However, this is a positive thing because it shows the vacuum will work full speed until failure, even if it destroys itself in the process, which is admirable.

Half/Half: The build quality on this is very good and is overall solid, although some might argue the body plastic feels cheap and lightweight; I've slammed it around several times and it's taken a beating with no broken parts so far. The weight of this vacuum is average, although I can see how some people might say that it's too heavy for them; this vacuum is a beast afterall and does take some strength to use. There are no bad features about it, however the only issue I have with its form factor is that the top main handle can't be made longer, and this vacuum might be uncomfortable to use by very tall people after a short time. Some people have said this vacuum is loud, but it is average for a vacuum of this size. I personally like the roar this thing lets out because I know it's doing its job with all that power.

As for those who've said they loved this vacuum when they first got it, but it somehow started failing, I guess they don't realize that this isn't a piece of furniture. It's a machine with tons of moving parts and needs to be maintained and taken care of. All of the negative reviews I've read about this vacuum point to user error or abuse of the vacuum; most of the time unaware they are using it improperly.

Overall, this is a great vacuum at a great price. It has all the features you'd want, can take a beating, and eats dirt for breakfast with brute force.

For the price it WAS, not what I see now..... this is a good vac. It's not the most expensive so don't expect luxury. As long as you remember to regularly clean your filters, it should work like new again. I do hate, as on any Hoover I've ever owned, that the tools come off their storage area's when in use. A plus is it's a little smaller - which works for me. For under $100, I'd buy again. 2 cats/2 years or so, still using.
Would I buy my previous OTHER expensive beltless Hoover again? NO.

It had great suction for the first couple of months but then it started to gradually lose that strength - but we found nothing causing any blockage. The retractable cord is a pretty nifty feature but I sort of loss track of that when wrestling with the top handle that kept coming loose from the base- due to screw coming undone. It's rather bulky. We tried to find a replacement screw but were unsuccessful. Then it just up and stopped working in the middle of cleaning the other day. It wouldn't turn on. We've had it much less than a year. Complete bummer. I don't recommend.

We give two stars for extra long hose, a good effort on suction(the noise makes you "feel" like you're driving a mustang when your suction is a pinto) and retractable cord nifty add-on thingie ---what can I say I like the sparklies ;)

This is by far the worst vaccuum I've ever owned! It picks up no dirt -- just pushes it around. If you have a dog, don't even consider this vaccuum. It takes me about eight sweeps over the same section just to pick up all of the dirt. Instead of three minutes to clean a small room, it takes nearly 20. Two months after I bought this vacuum, the belt broke. Four months later, the vaccuum completely died. Not worth the money.

This vacuum has lost of great features, but I was disappointed to discover that it's not good for people with long-haired pets. My dog's hair clogs the hose and the canister and it's a pain to get out. Don't get this vacuum if you have a pet with long hair!

I have owned a few vacuums over the years and this one by far takes the cake. It is lightweight and heavy duty. It sucks up everything on the floor! It is amazingly easy to clean out the canister and the filters are just as easy to clean. The cord rewind is amazing, and it is so much better than having to wrap the cord manually. It allows me to pull just as much cord as I need. This vacuum works wonderfully.
The only down fall is the bristles still turn while using the hand attachment, and it would be nice to have an extention to reach the high up places. Other than that I cannot complain about this vacuum!

I purchased this hoover sweeper & I love it. Even my 15yr old daughter doesn't complain carrying up the steps in our split entry. We really love the auto-rewind cord. Dirt cup is easy to empty & see that you've really did a good job on the carpet. Would highly recommend this product.

When I got the vacuum I was really pleased with the purchase. It had powerful suction, and very convenient retractable wire. Trouble is it doesn't last. Maybe two months after buying it is stopped sucking in the dirt. Maybe all those positive reviews were left in the first few weeks after purchase. The one year warranty is worthless to me. I'm not going to drag down to some service center, who knows where to have it repaired.

I purchased this thing in August, used it ONCE, and the belt broke. No biggie. Ran to the hardware store and bought another. It worked the next 2-3 times I used it, and now it's overheating and otherwise useless. This thing is very, very cheaply made. It feels like a toy. There are better vacuums out there for the price.

This is the worst, worst vacuum I have ever owned. Worst $70 I ever spent. It honestly makes my floors look worse. It really does. It just blows the dirt out the back end. Do not waste your money on this vacuum. Please believe me. I never write reviews but I felt compelled to do this time. It picks up nothing. Going to buy my Dyson now.

Especially, for the price this has been a great vacuum. I have only had it a couple months but I am shocked to see the amount it picks up. It makes me want to vacuum everyday. The auto rewind is great too. So far so great!

Got this vacuum in June 2009. Also ordered a replacement belt package (2 belts) at the same time. The vacuum has worked pretty well for us but we have been having nothing but problems with the belts.
By September the original belt and the 2 replacement belts had broken and I had to order another package of 2 belts at that time. Since then 1 more belt has broken.
Don't know if it is the vacuum design or just cheap belts. Of the 4 belts that have broken (so far!), 1 was the wife's fault. She ran over a scarf which got caught up in the rotating brush until it just stretched the belt out too much that it broke. I have absolutely no idea why the other 3 belts broke.

This is simply the best vacuum cleaner I have ever had. The best quality for money spent all around. The rewind cord feature is amazing as well as how easily you can empty the dirt from the canister. This vacuum also picks up an amazing amount of dirt into its canister. I have started emptying the canister after every room so I can see just how dirty the next room is. I'm always surprised at how much dirt and debris it will pick up on a carpet that looks clean already even. Another feature I love about this vacuum is the LifeTime Hepa Filter....no more buying expensive filters! Just wash and dry and you are set!

Used this product for three months and I've had no problems yet. The vacuum is strong- be careful with carpets. It is easy to clean

I have purchased a vacuum every year for the last 4 yrs and i gotta say this vacuum is amazing!!! Will buy another if need be!

I have had one for about 3 months now. It works fine and I love not having a bag to replace or a cord to wind up (this one retracts into the vacuum). It's a bit hard to push on the carpet, though. So overall, I give it a good rating.

What really surprised me was the $299 price tag. I paid $95 and got free shipping from Amazon in July (09). Who jacked up the price since then and why?

Have had this for just a few days. First impressions are that it is built well, has good performance, and has an ergonomic design. Bagless portion of operation is great. Besides getting to have a visual assessment of all the dust and dirt you vacuum up, its extremely simple to empty the dirt cannister. I love a product where I don't need to read the instructions, and this product definitely falls in to that category --- all aspects of the vacuum's operations are intuitive. My only disappointment with this unit is that its a bit heavier than I would have expected and as such can be a bit difficult to maneuver ... especially in dense pile carpets. On the whole, good value for the money.

I like this vacuum. It works as well as Dyson or my mom's oreck.
But it's a lot less expensive,

I thought at first that the vacuum was extremely hard to push until I realized that the lowest setting was for smooth floors rather than carpet. Once I adjusted the dial, the vacuum moved much more easily. It has great suction and picks up so much dirt and dog hair from my carpet that I'm embarrassed about my housekeeping. I really like being able to see in the clear cylinder what it's picking up from the floor, and it is very easy to empty the canister. The cord rewinder is excellent. The vacuum's a bit loud, but no more than most that I've had. It's definitely worth the money.

Don't buy this vacuum for long, thick carpet. It's heavy and impossible to push on thick carpet. We are returning it.

Love everything about this vacuum but besides the retractable cord the thing I like best is the easy emptying of the dirt case. The price was $104 out the door. Amazon is the best!

This thing is completely useless on carpets. I barely got through half our living room rug before it became completely clogged and won't suck up a thing. Even worse, everything that I thought I had gotten just fell out when I turned it off. I took apart all the filters and cleaned out all the moving parts before realizing that the clog was in the hose. Now, every time I vacuum the carpet the same story! It's useless to me.

The price for this vacuum was certainly right, but the suction power left me wanting.
I was rearranging my kids' room and had to vacuum the dust that had accumulated under the beds.
It took 4 (yes 4!) passes for it to suck up most of the dust. There was a thick layer of dust covering the top of the vacuum cleaner. I thought it was supposed to suck dust up, not redistribute it all over itself.
Make sure you empty the vacuum outside, because it can get VERY messy.

Easy assembly, and easy use. It works great so far. The wife has accidentally sucked up animal toys and it traps in the top and allows the vacuum to keep working so you don't have to stop and clean it out until you're done. Emptying the container is simple, with a bottom release it really makes it a lot cleaner. Retractable cord works well, but its more of a novelty to me...I actually find it more annoying having to pull out the cord before use, so it's really a wash unless you have lazy family members who never put the cord back on a non-retractable. For the money, this is the best vacuum I could find, so I give it 5 stars based on the value.

Apparently not highly rated by Consumer Reports but works like a beast. Light, mobile, and cleanup is easy.

Ok, I opened this vacuum up and assembled it with no problem. I started vacuuming and within 5 minutes the plastic main shaft snapped in two, the vacuum broke into two pieces and I couldn't even use the shut off to stop the motor. I had to yank the plug out of the wall socket to avoid sparking. What a POS! Maybe I got a defective unit but I will not reorder, refund please.

Great Price, very powerful vacuum. The biggest fault is the brushes don't stop rotating when cleaner is in upright position to use hand tools. This can lead to carpet "burn" must leave vacuum standing on non carpet or a smell from brushes rotating in one place on your carpet. Why Hoover allowed this flaw is unbelieveable!!!! It is a quick fix to stop brush rotation. I have never seen this happen before on any vacuums, especially cheaper brands. Hoover needs to fix this, it had potential to damage carpet or even cause a fire. Other than this major problem, it would be a great vacuum at a great price. I gave it only 3 stars due to the brush problem.

I love it so far. It's easier relatively cheap and picks up the cat hair like none other.

I bought this vacuum from Amazon.com at about $40 less then what Walmart was selling it for. It was delivered quickly and without any damage. The vacuum performs VERY WELL, even when compared to the expensive models like Dyson. I'm not saying it's as good but it's pretty darn close. You can actually see all the crap that comes off the carpet with this vacuum and cleaning it is a snap. It's kind of fun to see how much dust/dirt comes off each time I vacuum. I can't speak for it's longevity but it seems like a sturdy/well built vacuum.

If you're on a budget and want a GREAT vacuum for the price look no further.

I live in a small apartment and although I've heard that this vacuum can't handle a 6 floor house, if you only need it for one floor or occasional cleaning, this is an excellent vacuum. the Auto Rewind feature, although sometimes a little quick and may whip you in the leg, is an amazing feature. Definitely a major plus. Very strong suction and gets the carpet feeling actually clean!

I have had this vacuum for a month and a half, it worked well untl it broke last week. Amazon says over 30 days it's your problem..call the manufacturer. I guess I get to call them in the morning. First bad experience with Amazon, my feelings are if Amazon sells it...they back it. Guess my feelings don't count.

I spent a lot of time on Amazon and other websites trying to find a great working vacuum. I am very pleased I bought the Hoover 5507-900 Elite Bagless Upright Vacuum cleaner. For the past few months I've used it several times and it still picks up all the dirt and dog hair. I have no complaints about this vacuum. I just hope it lasts a long time. Great purchase for apartments. It's light and doesn't make too much noise.

Cliche as it may be, this vacuum sucks. HARD. I love it - such a giant improvement over my previous canister Electrolux hand-me-down that cost $1000 fifteen years ago, all for the low, low price of under a hundred bucks, including shipping. Color me impressed.

The good:
- Bagless. The dust holder removes easily, and empties out of the BOTTOM, so the dust and dirt and hair goes directly into the trash. Why didn't someone think of this sooner?
- Powerful. I did a once through with the Electrolux first, got some stuff, then went through my apartment with the Hoover. It found dirt the electrolux couldn't have after 50 passes.
- Floor settings. We have concrete floors, and this did a spectacular job on the hard surface. It also cleaned the dickens out of the carpet. Most vacuums just can't.
- It's light. It doesn't weigh much, rolls easily, and is simple for me and my girlfriend to both move around the apartment. A far cry from our previous model.
- Lifetime filter. No changing the filter, ever. Brilliant.
- Rewinding cord. It's super long, and rewinds very quickly. Much better than wrapping it around the handle like the old model. Great stuff, and powerful.

The bad:
- The power button is in an awkward place. It's down low, but not at foot level. Weird.

In all, for the price, this is one of the best vacuums out there. I've owned several different makes and models, and this one has better features, cleans better, and is easier to empty than any of them. I highly recommend.

Vacuum seems to be working fine so far, only had it for a month... Only drawback seen as of yet is the power cord is a bit short - not a major problem, just used to a longer power cord, so now I have to stop and move cord to new outlet to finish. Otherwise, seems to be a good vacuum.

I purchased this vacuum for a replacement for my motorhome. I was thrilled at the suction. Convenience of being bagless and the rewind cord was a big plus. It manuevered very well in tight places. I would buy it again.

This is a great product!
Talk about SUCTION POWER, this vacuum has plenty of it! I also use the additional gear that the vacuum came with to vacuum the interior of my car, WHIC IS FANTASTIC!!!! Emptying the vacuum is also a breeze with a click of a bottom! No bags to mess with!
Additionally, with another push of a button, the cord retracts all by itself, and that is an awesome convenience. With my old vacuum, I had to perform that task manually (take care of the annoying cord after each use!!! what a pain!!!), which was too much hassle and sometimes just for that reason I would not use my old vacuum ...
This vacuum will give you everything you are looking for in a vacuum for a great price. Oh yeah! I also like the fact that you can see thru the vacuum, and that is really cool because you know when the dirt container is full. Make sure to empty the container when it's full if you want this dirt eater to perform at its peak.
Again, Great value for a Great price, you really can't go wrong with this machine!!! Big applause to Hoover!!! Good job guys, you got it! you simply gave people what they wanted, and as simple and as logical this concept may sound, many companies out there fail to listen to the consumers and that's why they go bankrupt or go to Uncle Sam crying and asking for a bailout... - : ) . Maybe Uncle Sam should require the top execs of those looser companies to go back to business school and take Marketing Research 101! - : )
Getting back to the vacuum, I love it and I would recommend it to anyone!!!!
Also, my Best regards to Hoover!!!!
Your Loyal and Happy Customer,
R.E.

Everyone's skeptical about buying home appliances/products that seem a little too inexpensive... I am! Which is why I didn't get the vacuum that was thirty or so dollars cheaper than this one even though it had more reviews. We are all looking for durability, quality, lifespan, and performance. The reason I choose this vacuum over the hoover u5140, (which has over a thousand reviews at a 4.5 star rating), is because despite all the rave reviews for it, that vacuum cleaner looked like something you'd find at a flea market.

The Hoover 5507 Elite however, has a much more appealing design that illustrates quality. And these looks are not deceiving...

Assembly is far too simple requiring only one phillips head screw to connect the main handle to the base. This does not take anything away from it's durability & once connected & assembled, the vacuum is concrete. The material used for the vacuum is high quality, as is the material used on the hosing. The only issue with the design is that the attachment hose is connected to the vacuum with a rotating grip that can come loose when maneuvering the hose, but it isn't difficult to adapt and does not provide much, if any, frustration.

The performance is exceptional and the suction is above par while vacuuming carpet. I have limited bare floor space in my apt & I use the hose attachment for the tile I do have, so I cannot comment on how the bare floor functions. The attachment operation is perfect and performs as expected. The bagless cylinder is an added bonus and is fulfilling to able to see all of the crap you pulled from your "clean" carpet. The retractable cord is a relief from the annoying alternative and has provided no issue.

I've had the vacuum for 2 months now and use it at least once a week over a 800 sq/ft apt. No issues thus far.

Definitely, worth the less than $100 investment for a quality vacuum such as this. Unless you're an obsessive spender, there is no need to pay $250-$500 for a vacuum cleaner that will probably perform only slightly different than this model.

I did not buy from amazon, but i used the reviews to decide on the vacuum i wanted, so i should give back, right? [...]. The "one star" part was the wait, 28 days!! But this vacuum is so awesome, it was worth it. i can't believe how much dirt was in the canister after only one pass on my rug (granted, i was without a vacuum for 28 days and have 3 dogs!). it has some awesome on-board tools, the rewind feature i love. it is way more powerful than my fantom fury, which i paid a pretty penny for, and in its defense did last for probably over 10 years (i lost count). the negatives are the cord is a little shorter than i would like, and it comes out toward the floor so i am always tripping and mowing over it. the hose for attachments is way short, but overall i am loving this vacuum for the great sucking power. oh, and for the cleanable filter and the ease of emptying the canister.

Believe all the positive reviews. I have a dog and two cats and was convinced I needed an expensive top-of-the-line vacuum that I can't afford right now, and bought the Hoover as a stopgap. Anything more expensive would have been a waste of money because this is a great vacuum.

The 5507 takes an almost scary amount of dirt out of my carpets, and the handheld attachment power brush has restored my favorite chair, which also happens to to the favorite chair of both cats. It runs quietly enough that the dog isn't terrified (she's not a fan, but she doesn't feel the need to hide). The auto-retract feature is a nice touch, it is light enough to carry on the stairs, and the suction was strong enough to pick up a mess of spilled dry pinto beans the other day.

My only complaint, and this is minor, is that the handheld tube can be a little awkward if you have a lot of furniture to deal with, but I don't think that it is any worse than most other vacuums I've dealt with.

Overall a great deal.

We purchased two of these vacuums - one for our daughter and one for ourselves. This vacuum is a great buy. It does a wonderful job on pet hair and day to day dirt. I was very surprised at how many times I had to empty it since our older vacuum, a hoover wind tunnel, seemed to be doing a good job. My only complain after a few weeks of use would be a wish for a longer cord. I really like the auto-rewind feature and the ese of emptying the cannister. Would definitely recommend.

One of the move powerful vacuums that I have had in the past and I love the rewind of the cord. Great Price. Would recommend to anyone to buy this brand.

After searching for the right vacuum to fit my needs, this hoover is doing the job so far. Really like the ease of emptying the container when full and not having to touch the dirt and clean filter everytime. Still like not having to use bags. Good product. Love the rewind option for the cord.

I Brought this vacuum a few month ago, and after going though 2 vacuums in a short period of time my new Hoover is still cleans great. I have had no problems or complants and it is very easy to clean the filter and the auto rewind is a great way to store the cord. My advise if your going to buy a vacuum remember you get what you pay for and this one is worth the price.

First of all, the Hoover Elite Rewind Vacuum Cleaner is no Dyson. However, among $100 bagless vacuum cleaners, this model rocks. Its actually a very colorful simple machine. And it lets you see much of its inner workings - important when doing maintenance or repair of the machine itself. The fewer the parts, the easier to maintain. What is impressive is the 'lifetime' HEPA filter which really does its job and is easily accessible behind a red plastic cover. The Hoover Elite Vacuum arrived within a week of ordering it through the 'free shipment' option by Amazon in its original box. That's environmentally smart by reducing the amount of material to be recycled. The only tool needed to assemble the handle onto the vac is a phillips screwdriver to secure the one included screw attaching the handle to the vacuum itself. In putting the Hoover Elite Rewind Bagless Vacuum Cleaner to the test, two rooms with wall-to-wall carpeting were first cleaned using a $100 Bissell bagless electric vacuum cleaner, followed by a steam vac using clear water that picked up a lot of grunge left by the Bissell. After allowing to dry, the Hoover Elite Rewind cleaned the same two wall-to-wall carpets. One would think the Hoover wouldn't have anything left to pick up? Wrong! The Hoover picked-up a container full of dust left by the other vacuum. And as mentioned, the HEPA filter did a good job of preventing even finer dust from getting back into the room. Clean-up is a snap as the dirt container is easy to remove and empty via a bottom flap. However, it gets messy when you try cleaning the filter from the container. Practice taking it apart for cleaning before you use it for the first time, you'll thank me for the advice. The HEPA filter thankfully stays pretty clean on its own for the most part. The vacuum even includes an 'air flow indicator' allowing you to keep tabs on how well the vacuum is working as well when its time to remove its parts to further clean. I'd recommend cleaning the dust container every time you vacuum to keep problems at bay, and cleaning the `cyclone filter after every third or fourth use. One complaint would be that the power cord is too low to initially reach. It could be put at the top of the rewind housing to make it more convenient. However, keep in mind that this is a $100 vacuum cleaner made in China and distributed by Hoover. Therefore, my biggest gripe is the machine was not made, or at least assembled in North America - meaning that many fewer jobs are where we need them most. The vacuum includes a pet hair paw with a revolving brush allowing one to clean upholstery using its hose attachment. Make sure you carefully check the box for small parts before tossing it. And make sure to keep both the quick assembly manual and the regular manual in your files. I'm giving it four stars for what it does, and does well within its purpose. Its great for apartments and small homes. And yes, using this vacuum with its HEPA filter will take a lot of dust out of the air - you'll notice that after its first use. As to medium or larger homes, I'd recommend a Hoover Wind Tunnel model, or one by Dyson. And if possible, a model made or at least assembled in North America.

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The suction is as good as my friends' Dysons and cost 1/5th the price. The carpet pile feels like it was when the house was first purchased 7 years ago and it's great to see what the previous vacuums missed in the canister.

Good:
- suction
- adjustable agitator
- auto rewind cord

Not-So-Good:
- occasionally hair/fur needs help out of the canister
- loud
- heavy-ish

Right out of the box it was missed a crucial component (the only screw required). Dealing with Hoover's customer service was an absolute nightmare. They never sent me an email response when I submitted a request through their online form. Their phone hours are ridiculous (closed by 2:30pm PST). And their customer service number is a long-distance number. They have an 800 number, but it's only for automated stuff that doesn't resolve anything.

Not Amazon's fault. Hoover just sucks.

I looked around quite a bit and then read customer reviews and this vacuum rated very well with most people. After having it for about a month now I can't believe I didn't buy one a lot sooner. It works fantastic. I first cleaned my carpet with my old vacuum thinking I was doing a good job but when I went over it again with the Hoover Elite I couldn't believe all the dirt and dog hair that my old vacuum had missed. I would recommend this vacuum to anyone. The price was low but it performs like a high end model.

I shopped around for the best vacuum deal and for the money, this is the best. It sucks. Which is a good thing. The only issue is you need to adjust the carpet level knob when going to a different length rug pile even if the change is small but this is easy enough to do. I like the fact that all switches and controls are foot operated (except the pile length knob), so there's not a lot of bending over. I read some reviews that complained about dust when emptying the hopper but that seems to be personal work habits. The trap door makes this easy and neat if you use some common sense. I paid $89 through Amazon and found the same machine at Target for &139. Now let's see if it lasts a few years.

I used this vacuum to clean my apartment- which was supposedly already clean before I moved in... it scooped up so much dirt! The attachments are great, I use the brush to clean out the inside of the canister and the filters (no power, of course) and the other one to clean mattresses and other furniture. Never having to buy bags is definitely a good thing, no extra waste to the environment and no extra cost for you! It's great never having to wonder how full the canister is- you can see into it and determine when it's a good time to empty. Another great feature is that the cord has an automatic rewind, which makes the vacuum MUCH easier to put away and to move from room to room. Only con is that the bottom part continues to rotate when you use the attachments, make SURE you lay this baby down so that you don't ruin your carpet while cleaning smaller or more upright areas. All in all, great value for the money!