This is not your grandmas iron. It has a sleek design with a wonderful gliding, non-stick sole plate. The iron offers a fine, even spray mist with a burst of steam. The trim, heated tip is a bonus for any small area such as collars etc...The cord reel is a huge advantage to keep the cord out of your way while ironing. My only dislike is the item is large and a little awkward to handle. [This review was collected as part of a promotion.]