Powerful enough to be actually useful. The only downside is the smallish dust container, but that will be true of any vac of this style.

I just bought this sweeper a few days ago to replace the horrible rigid vacuum I bought two years ago. I have had primarily Dewalt construction/wood working tools for the past 30 years. I purchased the rigid vacuum, batteries, and charger because of a great review and demonstration I saw on YouTube. I would say rigid had changed their standards during the time of my purchase. Out of the box, I put on the battery and began cleaning. Right from the beginning until the end the suction was powerful and consistent. When it came time to empty it I found the hepa filter was difficult to clean; like other reviews have said it needs pre-filter. I knew I would have to buy one but I couldn’t without seeing it for myself. Next are the attachments. The friction fit between the hose and attachments doesn’t stay locked, maybe it’s the bevel on the hose end; this should have been remedied Default. Lastly is the choice in attachments. I think the wider brush should be a simple attachment without the bristles for use on smooth work benches and automotive carpet. I like this vacuum and I do recommend it. I Rate it 4.7out of 5 because of the problems I mentioned. Note to Dewalt: high end companies work these things out before they are released and sold. Please don’t go down the Rigid path .

This vacuum really sucks! That is why I bought it! Plus it uses the same batteries of my other Dewalt 20 volt tools. I have the weed whip, the leaf blower and the chain saw. And I like the idea of all them being cordless and the portability of all these tools. I believe that their power is superb.

I don't know how i went so long without this vacuum. It's very powerful and is well balanced in my opinion. The attachments that come with the vacuum are what makes it top tier. The brush attachments help loosen dirt that is stuck but what makes this tool so special is the ability to use it like a regular push vacuum. It comes with a long extension that can connect to a push style attachment with wheels.