this be a great vacuum . I think long and hard about spend $ 1,000 on a vacuum . it be not a easy decision . 5 Stars for the vacuum itself but loose a star due to the attachment . pro : the vacuum itself be great . powerful suction , low noise -lrb- much lower than any other vacuum I have ever hear -rrb- which make it less annoying to vacuum , the auto-power feature work well -lrb- remember , it be the amount of air flow that count , unless you try to pick up a bowling ball -rrb- and it be less strain on the motor , I definitely notice the REAL hepa filter on this vacuum , no smell a no dust blow around . con : the ergonomic handle be ok when use the floor attachment but make dust shelf and other item difficult when use the attachment . it be also bulk make it difficult to get under and around item . they solution be to purchase the car cleaning kit or the micro kit at $ 150 - 175 . for $ 1,000 it should have the option to remove the ergonomic handle . this would have be helpful . overall I be happy with the purchase because I have bad dust allergy and no other vacuum have have real hepa filter . I decide my health be worth the expense .