in many way , this vacuum be wonderful . it have great suction power , it work excellently on wood floor , and contrary to some review , it be really not that loud . much quieter than any upright I have previously own . as for the weight , it be on the heavy side , but not heavy enough for I to return it . now for the bad . it be difficult to push the reclining pedal . I mean , really , really hard . it be also very difficult to change the setting tab from carpet to hardwood . I be always afraid it be go to break because I be push it so hard . and , the attachment do not stay put . they fall off from they stationary position while I be vacuum . I have have this since mid-August , and today the hose break . I be quite disappointed . it be the reason I finally replace my Panasonic vaccuum , because I would replace 2 hose on it . overall , for the $ 118 I pay for this , I would say you get what you pay for . it suction well , which be the most important thing . and for it be size , it get into the corner really well , better than most . I do not have pet , so I can not attest to how well the power paw work .