Overall, this little machine is super powerful for such a small device. It mixes/blends really nicely and works quickly which is definitely the best part of it. It couldn't handle thicker ingredient/combinations so I wouldn't say it's a replacement for a large stand mixer but it could get the job done on thin or liquid ingredients. I really liked that this came with a lidded blending cup because it's nice to have something that is the perfect fit. So here's what I liked less about it - the pan shield just did not seem like it fit. I tried it every which way but it just never seemed to be sturdy on there. Second, the detachable mixer isn't dishwasher safe. This isn't a huge deal but one of my favorite parts of hand mixers I've used in the past is how easy the clean up is. Having to scrape and scrub to clean this isn't ideal. Overall, it gets the job done but I do wish some elements were different.