I am totally thrilled by the DC08! We have both tiled floors and carpets, and two long-haired dogs and a basic stove - there already some accrued on dust and dirt. With the DC08 a "passage" is enough, he takes everything playing on. Charmed right I am also of the soft brush: Books etc. can thus be dust quickly and thoroughly. The handling and emptying the DC08 is simple and practical, the many accessories is awesome - yes, and quieter than its predecessor (also bagless) he is also.