I did a lot of research before purchasing a vacuum. Consumer reports rated this vacuum #1 it is the Kenmore Progressive Upright Vacuum with intell-clean system,slate blue. From the reviews I read most were very positive. I purchased this vacuum in November and have had nothing but problems. It gets clogged all the time..not with anything large just small dirt particles build up. I have to take it apart after every cleaning and even then it does not suck like it should or did when I first plugged it in.