Thanks for you reply! I'm looking at a few different brands (some of which you have mentioned) so this helps. I really just want something that's quick and easy, but actually works! My current vacuum (the brand escapes me right now) has been a headache from day one. I was looking at this Bissel since it had a lot of good reviews :
Amazon.com - BISSELL CleanView Upright Vacuum...
Are you familiar with this model? What is it about yours that you hate?
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