relocate into a smaller living space and in need of a new compact vacuum with great suction , easy to store and equip with all the need cleaning tool . the Hoover Portapower fulfil all my need . Easy storage and because it be rate `` commercial , '' have fabulous suction , in addition to the standard cleaning implement . best of all , it have a extremely long cord , allow ample floor space to be cover , before have to unplug . although it do not have wheel , it be light enough to carry about . a shoulder strap be provide , if need . only improvement would be a retractable cord . there be sooooo moch cord , it be difficult to gather it together and bind in a provide snap strap . best available compact vacuum for the price .