I "felt" the price while vacuuming. THE BEST VACUUM. My first cordless vacuum and I will never use it again. Period. I wasn't expecting the kind of performance that comes from a Bissell vacuum but it was close enough! The light definitely helped me see all the dust under my bed which I had never seen there! I have enough suction power. It sucked right over my thick carpet and I saw the second suction work wonders. It may be a branded vacuum, but it works like one! I like that the filter is washable and I don't have to constantly buy filters. That's a big plus for me. It's light overall, but remember that due to the battery, the weight is on the grip, so don't be surprised if your hand gets a little tired after a while. Still better than fumbling with cables! I can just remove the handle and leave the accessory somewhere else until I feel like vacuuming again! Now I can suck anytime, it's so CONVENIENT! It's also quiet compared to my last vacuum. I can still talk across the room while vacuuming. The convenience is CRAZY. I have no regrets buying this vacuum.* BUT LIKE I SAID, this is not a Bissell vacuum so don't expect it. However, when it comes to thick rugs, it comes with its own little surprise.*