This is my second Bissell stick vac. I have no carpeting. I have an open-concept house. I have a dog that is responsible for most floor dirt. I am a senior citizen and the stick vac is better for me than dragging around a heavy vacuum. It picks up well and is easy to empty. Having said that, what I don't like is the cord is shorter than my previous model, making it necessary to move from plug to plug. Also, the body does not seem to be made of sturdy material. The wheels especially should be made of longer-lasting plastic. Unfortunately, this new one, although the same as my first one, cost twice as much. However, since it costs a fraction of the bigger, better vacuums, I can afford to replace it every few years. So...all in all, I'm satisfied. I was given a cordless Bissell, which I returned to the gift-giver. It started losing its charge in just a few minutes, not worth the cost of the electricity it used to keep it charged.
This is my second Bissell stick vac. I have no carpeting. I have an open-concept house. I have a dog that is responsible for most floor dirt. I am a senior citizen and the stick vac is better for me than dragging around a heavy vacuum. It picks up well and is easy to empty. Having said that, what I don't like is the cord is shorter than my previous model, making it necessary to move from plug to plug. Also, the body does not seem to be made of sturdy material. The wheels especially should be made of longer-lasting plastic. Unfortunately, this new one, although the same as my first one, cost twice as much. However, since it costs a fraction of the bigger, better vacuums, I can afford to replace it every few years. So...all in all, I'm satisfied. I was given a cordless Bissell, which I returned to the gift-giver. It started losing its charge in just a few minutes, not worth the cost of the electricity it used to keep it charged.
I have owned my featherweight for years and love it. I keep a drop cord attached so I have more coverage without unplugging and having to plug into another outlet. I use this constantly in between regular vacuuming. Great product!