I bought about 6 months ago to Leifheit carpet sweeper. We have a big, long-haired dog who always wanted to lose hair. Since it is very complicated, always bring out the vacuum cleaner. The carpet sweeper takes hair and smaller crumbs very well, is quickly emptied and easily to handle. Since it can be adapted to the carpet height, I use it with good results sometimes on the terrace. Had previously also battery operated sweeper which all have given up your mind within a year and if you needed them, the battery was mostly empty. Conclusion: If the Leifheit carpet sweeper eventually be broken, there is again a new one.