I have have 3 vacuum in 40 year . always a Eureka boss . none have ever break down . I be just a neatnick and want a change , my old Boss will be station in the garage for car and truck cleaning . this be the best one yet ! love the easy use of the bare floor set with the roller shut off . and the extra hose for the attachment be a welcome idea . as soon as I turn it on I could tell it be REALLY get up all the sand and dog hair in this Florida house . it be a lot heavier than I have have before but it be very well build . a good price .