This is a very well designed vacuum cleaner that holds a lot of dirt in the middle cyclinder part which is easily removed from the machine and can be carried to the nearest bin. The wire is very long which allows for you to do two small - medium rooms without having to unplug the machine and plug it into a socket in the next room. This vacuum has lasted a good few years for me with no problems but is rather heavy to carry up and down stairs but would be perfect for a bungalow. The handle easily detaches from the machine so you can clean the more tricky places and you are able to buy more addon attachments. This machine is purple and gray were most of it is purple. The animal head attachment is excellent for removing dog and cat hairs from carpets, furniture and even bed linen.