Well I have always kinda loved the rug doctor look. I remember seeing the cheesy commercials as a kid advertising the commercial models.
I knew they were very very durable. The hoover platinum that I have was a good cleaner for sure, but oh so flimsy.
The rug doctor is VERY durable. The tank and housing is made of very thick strong plastic. I could push it down a flight of stairs and I am sure it will come out very well.
The housing vacuum hoses and such are made of thick rubber (water hose has brass fittings with heavy duty rubber tubing)
Very good suction, and isn't too loud!