PS The handle was stiff a bit flexible even when the wand was in place with the wand cap on. I think it was either that, or the body flexing, because there is a gap in the main body so when you take the cyclone assembly off, the hose can be seen. DC25 doesn't have this, The body does not flex, it is much stronger. If I could choose between the DC41 or DC25, It would be the DC25 because of what it is, not the value. It's just a better machine