I use the vacuum cleaner at home and for cleaning my car.
carpets, seats, trunk and even the plastic parts would be cleaned almost effortlessly (on max.saugstufe) and was car running like new.
the hard floors at home are also cleaned great - we have no carpets, so I can not comment on that.
my wife was thrilled by the suction power and ease of use or change of nozzle.
as "main hoover" he'd probably possibly rich,
However, we have also the DC42 and because it is very convenient that (almost complete) accessory fits on both devices.
I therefore there is a 5 star and a strong buy recommendation.
"Negative" is that the motor brush should be cleaned often as dog hair, dust, ... caught in the bristles.
cleaning is but easy and effortless, thanks to removable brush roller.