I would buy a good Shark vacuum, the one with the best reviews. I've own a top of the line Miele, an upright Miele and a Dyson that had to be trashed in 5 years. They're just not worth what you pay. Get the Shark for under $200 and throw it out in 3-5 years and get a new one. I'm sorry for the landfill waste but NOTHING lasts anymore.