Almost as easy as a vacuum
The on/off and the water trigger are both on the handle. Once you get accustomed to using them correctly (I kept turning it off while cleaning, the first few times), then it is pretty easy.
The water/cleaning solution tank snaps in easily, and there is no leaking before during or after cleaning.
It sprays out only a little water as it cleans so it easily picks it up, the floors are damp when you are done and dry quickly. I have hardwood floors, tile and vinyl and it does all three well.
The only draw back, and its not too bad, is cleaning the machine when you are done. I empty the dirty water outside, because there is a lot of lint picked up and I don't want to clog my drains. There are instructions to clean the brush and you need to follow them. You need to store the machine with the brush and the tanks "Off" for 24 hours until they dry.
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