The vacuum cleaner was well packaged and very simple to put together. On using it for the first time I was so impressed by the uplift - we have a labrador and although I thought my previous vacuum was good the amount of hair the Respira lifted was gobsmacking!! The ferocity of the uplift has actually left my carpets looking and feeling like new. I'd highly recommend this product - especially for those with dogs that shed! Compact to store away, easy to use and quick and simple to empty.