the Black and Decker 18 volt cordless pivot floor vacuum be a great product . I would rank it 10 star if I could . I have never find a vacuum that work so well on both bare floor and carpet ; plus be able to move around the house freely without nearly trip over a cord be a huge benefit . I would say that it pick up 99 percent of the small particle from the floor , and definitely out perform my more expensive name brand vacuum , especially in term of the bare floor capabilite . this vacuum would work the best for smaller home -lrb- 1400 square foot or less -rrb- or with smaller clean up area . the vacuum have the best charge after several initial use , so do not be disappoint if you do not get as much time as you think you should after the first use . it will get better and stay better ! the price be so good , even if you have multiple floor or a larger house area , you could buy one for each floor ! it be also easy to dump the dirt into the trash basket , and to clean and dry the filter when necessary . I could not be more pleased . May I add that I be clean up after 3 pooch with this vacuum . Pet lover will be thrill with the black and Decker 's capability !