The thing is built like a tank. Has excellent suction power. We have been in the cleaning industry for over 30 years and this vacuum is the best hard floor cleaner we have ever used and we have used many of them. It's heavy, but I knew that when I bought it. To be strong, powerful and durable, it has to be a little heavy. We tried Dyson, Shark and other lightweights that worked well for a while. They just don't work in a commercial environment. The tool kit and the suction hose also do a great job. The extension tube helps you avoid stooping when using on the ground or at high altitude. This commercial Hoover vacuum does the job it was designed to do.