This is a real deal. I don't want scented sachets - just suck up dirt and as much dust as possible. It is becoming increasingly difficult to find vacuum cleaners that use bags. I have had several (and not cheap) bagless vacuums and HATE them. Emptying the cups was messier than changing a bag and the price for all the filters they had was outrageous. If you have a basic bagged vacuum, buy one. Who knows how long it will be before they stop producing them.