I agree with you there. I think the head could stand to be redesigned. I like how low the head sits though. It easily will fit under any kick board. I do think it feels flimsier then the hoss tho. The hoss is a brute, built for the long hall. But part of what makes it flimsier is how close the poles of the handles are together. The hoss is wider but when u enter a doorway cleaning in the head of the xl goes in and farther to the side if u see what I'm saying. Not a big deal, just a little preference thing.