After testing the Eureka 3670M for weeks in my pet-filled home, I'm convinced this under-$200 canister vacuum punches way above its weight class. The 12-amp motor delivers Dyson-level suction without the premium price tag – it effortlessly lifted embedded corgi hair from my area rugs that my old stick vacuum just glided over.

The real MVP? The HEPA-filtered bag system. As someone who sneezes at dust clouds, I appreciated how cleanly it traps allergens compared to messy bin empties. One bag lasted me 3 weeks with daily use (2 cats + golden retriever), though the included 5-bag starter pack ensures you're covered.

At just 8.6lbs, it's lighter than my grocery tote. I carried it up stairs one-handed while using the crevice tool to hit baseboards – something impossible with my old upright. The telescoping wand reaches my 8' ceilings, though taller users might find the hose slightly short (I'm 5'7" and had no issues).

Two quirks: The plastic extension tubes feel flimsy when separating (though they've never come apart during use), and wheels get noisy on hardwood when pushed sideways. But for $150? These are forgivable tradeoffs for this level of performance.

Pro tip: Use the suction control dial! Crank it up for deep carpet cleaning, then dial down for delicate area rugs. After six months, mine still works like day one – just wash the pre-motor filter occasionally.