I love this product. The only thing I can't comment on now is "how long will the machine remain working" I've only had it a week but it is such a marvelous item that I couldn't wait to say something. This mop is every well designed. The parts move smoothly and offer great ease of use. It's very light weight and glides smoothly across surfaces [I've mopped all may linoleum floors and two carpeted rooms]. This may not be important to some of you, but I will be 70 in two years with a long history of chronic back pain. Finding any product that I can use with ease is a big plus and enhances the quality of my of life. Compared to other floor cleaning machines I've owned, this mop is by far the best.Specifically, the power cord is not the longest I've seen, but it is more than adequate. The machine cleans well. The design for the parts that bend/create an elbow for cleaning under furniture is easy to use and the joint is very sturdy. Little things like creating a method for storing the cord and also keeping the cord out of the way when in use make the mopping experience more rewording. As I said, it's actually fun to use and even better when you see the results, clean floors and carpets. The swivel joint that holds the mop allows me to clean places I've never been able to steam clean before. It's a dynamite little machine for the price and I would recommend it to anyone looking for a good floor cleaning solution.