I like that the base has some weight to it, makes it feel heavy duty. I also like that the body of it is lighter weight which makes it much easier when serving! You can boil, sauté..or even shred. I love the hands free stirring feature! It’s easy to assemble, add your ingredients, and turn it on! Do other things and come back to a finished meal. Great for active people who don’t want to spend the day stirring. It also comes with a cookbook with lots of ideas!