I purchase this vacuum for use in a restaurant and office environment . I be extremely pleased with the quality of this product , and have already purchase another for use at my home . the vacuum be lightweight , compact , and easy to carry with the include shoulder strap . it carry like a purse or messenger bag . the hose be sturdy flexible plastic and metal . it have a variety of useful attachment . the hose and attachment click together very securely , and appear to be very airtight . the vacuum have excellent suction which do not diminish as the bag fill . the dirt bag can be easily empty , and it washable and reusable . the vacuum can also be use as a blower to blast dust out of hard-to-reach corner . my only -lrb- minor -rrb- complaint be that the should strap could use some padding . the only time it bother I , though , be when I be vacuum for more more than thirty minute or so . I highly recommend this vacuum for commercial or residential use .