First reviewed 2020; updated 2024 to endorse Longevity.Comparing this to the Vacmaster Beast 5 gal / 5.5 HP.My Applications- Shop at Work / Drill Press and Miter Saw debris- Office Copier, Printer and upholstered Chair / Dust Accumulation- Car / Carpets, Seats, Console, Dashboard- Traveling handyman projects, some generic, some volunteer work for hurricane recovery- Tennis Ball Machine / Ball Fuzz, Dust, Sand, Leaves including tight nooks & crannies- Household Projects / Everything floor vacuumingI also purchased the Ridgid Car Detailing kit, which I use for most everything because of maneuverabilityVacmaster BeastFEROCIOUS suction, but too much of a good thing for car interiors and office; will scuff leather, vinyl, plasticYouTube reviews showing the Beast to outperform carwash systems are accurateLid-to-Tub fit is sloppy, as noted by other reviewers; the 2 clips don't make a firm seal.Vacmaster needs to tighten up their manufacturing qualityRidgidEverything is WELL DESIGNED, EFFECTIVE and DURABLE (4+ yr so far); just pay attention to the filterVacuum power is EXCELLENT and restrained for car and office applications; just exercise normal cautionAbsence of casters is an ASSET; the unit is very portable and maneuverable as isRecommendation: A Rubbermaid 18 gal. Rough Tote is the PERFECT carrier for EVERYTHING and makes the unit stackable when stored. Simply wrapping the hose around the handle like the cord is a tenuous perch (for the hose)SummaryThe Ridgid has VERY high design and manufacturing quality, and durability, with sweetspot power and maneuverabilityStrongly recommended for varied applications