this vacuum cleaner be a well-thought-out machine that really do a great job of cleaning . the hepa filter be terrific . I have read some review that say the hose sag behind the vacuum , but not if you drape it over the machine as be mean to be do . I have find everything about this product to be right on target for what it be intend to do - clean the house . this vacuum cleaner get my highest recommendation without hesitation .