When I got this vacuum cleaner I wasn't sure how good it was going to be because it was cordless, but gosh it surprised me. It has very good suction power for a cordless vacuum cleaner. It really is perfect for light to medium sized jobs in and out of the home. I've used it around the house with a sharp, narrow nozzle to get into hard-to-reach places like sofas and in between things. I also used it in my car and it worked just as well as my corded vacuum. It is very easy to clean and rinse the filter. For me, the stainless steel filter is very important. It does a great job but is reusable and durable unlike many filters I've had in vacuums in the past. Other vacuums I've had use some sort of styrofoam filter and it doesn't work very well. The stainless filter of this vacuum cleaner catches dirt. This vacuum cleaner is highly recommended for quick light housework. When I have a small job and don't want to use a big vacuum but want to remove dust or pet hair from small areas around the house, this thing helps me do it with ease!