The pluses: I should mention right off the bat that this specific model was purchased for just indoor use. The analogy here is to an electric broom. The craftsmanship and quality of the materials used are unquestionable. I use it on a tile/parquet board floor with the lowest possible suction settings. Brings the volume up dramatically. The garbage can is a breeze to take out and scrub clean. A wall-mounting bracket is included. Some drawbacks The vacuum cleaner holder must be fastened in close proximity to the power plug. The weight of the charging cord from the wall socket to the holder is a constant presence. The vacuum cleaner might miss some dust and dirt if you drag it towards you. All of these things seem inconsequential to me.