the batteries start to age. Then it won't hold a charge for very long. Instead of a buying a new one, here's a way to "rebuild" the pack:

http://forums.batteryspace.com/forums/viewtopic.php?t=9824

This is my second DustBuster and it's better than the first. It has a nice filter and enough power for small jobs when you don't want to lug out the heavy vacuum.

ONE WARNING: Sometimes it sold by Amazon.com with FREE shipping. Other times it's MORE expensive and shipping is not included. I love Amazon but wish they were more consistent.

I've only used this for three months. So far it's been excellent. I previously owned "dustbusters" and have been satisfied with their performance. Each newer model seems better than the one it replaces. I've read the other reviews, although not before purchasing this one. The suction of this one is FAR SUPERIOR to those I've previously owned. I use it mainly around the home to clean up small spills or my cars floor mats (rubber). Most of the complaints seem to be that it won't suck pet hair off a sofa or rug and only stays charged for only 10 minutes of use. I purchased mine to use on relatively minor clean up jobs and I'm very happy so far. For large jobs - pet hair, constant used for over 10 minutes and when greater suction is needed; I drag out my canister or upright vacuum. I'll try to update this review in about one year. Thank you.

Cons are nothing compared to the pros, but still listed them out bcoz this is not a wonder product and there shud be many choices out there and design of all them shud be failry similar.

Pros: handy, quiet , easy to use, good looking piece, quality product
Wiped off my car seat neat and clean in two if not just one sweep.
very effective in kitchen and dining area, can pick up stuff which wud usally leave smears if cleaned in any other way
easy clean filter, cud see fine grain dust also captured which is awesome considering the fact that this is no a heavy duty vacuum.
you will get a apprx 3" extension hose and a bristle end also hooked up to the same body which come in real handy.

cons: ok since it is naturally not that "all powerful" vacuum , it won't exactly suck off all stuff embedded in that lush carpet(car) of yours (using brush at the end might help at times ) .

The adaptor is a little clumsy, with the bulk head at the socket end and a thin wire the actual holder, I wud have rather designed it the other way around(carry AC power all the way and put that bulky AC/DC converter with the holder body.

The light indicator used to show charging status is on the back of the handle , and is small red led (a bad choice) , you really have to stoop on to it to see whether it is on , or the room has to be dim lit to see it clearly

I have three dogs and this really helps me keep up on the dog hair all over. Works very well and very easy to get into corners and hard to reach areas.