Great machine very surprised on how well its working a few things that is a little bit painful because the bowl is pretty deep if you dont use the splash guard you tend to put mixture on the side of the bowl which then you use a spreading knife to take it off if your brave then you can doit when moving ..this aint a problem really I find the splash guard is great but i dont use it when I make multiple cakes ie abit fidderly works great and the moter is pretty powerful Ive made 9 cakes in 5 days ie coffee and walnut lemon drizzle victoria sponge etc and worked fine no hazzle and still going strong even after 9 cakes  very good price for the money and having 3 years warranty with tower is always a plus ...if your on a budget or just simply want to buy one at a good price you will be very pleased with this machine