The Oreck XL21 hypo-allergenic upright vacuum weights approximately 9 lbs. It has most if not all of the better features you will find in a lightweight vacuum.

Main Features:

* Ergonomic handle w/ 2 speed motor switch located in the handle - you can run the Oreck XL 21 vacuum cleaner at a lower speed than normal. This is useful when you are cleaning lighweight throw rugs or carpeted mats that may normally get sucked up into the vacuum cleaner.

* Non-marring bumper and soft, non-marring wheels - there’s nothing like vacuuming your hallway and noticing all of the scuff marks from your vacuum cleaner on the molding. The bumper used on the Oreck XL21 will minimize any marks caused by your vacuum cleaner bumper.

* Hypo-allergenic exterior vacuum cleaner bags that also reduces odor. This is a great feature for pet owners. Once the dust, debris, and or pet dander has entered the bag area of the Oreck, you won’t redistribute into around the room your are vacuuming.

There are other features, like sound dampening technology that may be of interest to you .  This feature and the features above are what really distinguishes the Oreck XL21 from most of the other Oreck vacuums. The XL21 will use the same vacuum bags, belts, and roller that the other Oreck XL lightweight use, so you will not have a difficult time located vacuum supplies down the road when it’s time to maintain this vacuum.

As far as features go, the Oreck XL21 is one of the best of the Oreck upright product line. You will enjoy the same ease of maintenance as you would with less expensive models, with all the perks that are included in this model.