I have been using one for years,. I've had two Ag Fabs. They worked ok but didn't last long. Ive had a DR Power for a few years now. It works well but don't know yet how long it will last. I suspect that the Trac Vac is the better unit but I bought mine "used" but never used from an estate sale. Got a great deal on it and it's been fine so far. That being said, I hate using these things. They do a good job but it is a pain in the butt. I have a large yard and have to dump it several times any time I use it. I also have a lot of trees and it makes maneuvering it around a pain. It does get the leaves though. Mine leave almost none left on the ground.