My 12 year old Dyson DC25 Animal had a small hole in the original hose and the clip holding the attachments broke. I bought it as a replacement and I love it! It was easy to install, the nozzle clamps are even tighter than my original, and the hose really pulls out when I need to use the nozzles, which is so much better! I used to be able to pull the hose off the vacuum about 2 feet before my vacuum would tip over - such a pain. I always thought this was just something with Dyson vacuums. I washed my car yesterday and was able to stretch the hose twice as long! I wish I had replaced my hose sooner. Been using this product for about a week, no problems. Would definitely buy again.