The DC 59 motor head is a nice machine. I can vacuum my stairs, kitchen and entry way with no problems. It picks up well and has plenty airflow. The addition of the hepa is welcome as there is a smell of dust. There is no chance it will replace a full size vacuum, as the bin is so small, to clean a whole house would cause you to empty the bin numerous times, exposing yourself to the dust each time! Cleaning the bin well is a pain. It has its place as a quick inbetween cleaner, and it does that job well, as long as you don't mind the emptying and cleaning the bin.