I purchase this item mainly for my car but this little vacuumed work great anywhere . the only thing it need be to add a charger for the car . I use the one I have for my car , it really have some great power for such a little vacuumed . it be great to clean up minor spill , cookie crumb , etc. . I also use it in the house to get down between the cushion to get crumb up . it have many use . it be small enough to put in a purse , camera bag , laptop case , etc. . it work great to clean in between the computer key and pick 's up dust very well . I would recommend this product to everyone and it also make a great gift for that person who you do not know what to get they . the price be good also . give yourself a treat and get one . you will not be dissatisfy with it . I do not work for the company or Amazon . Carolyn Salt Lake City , Ut .