I've used this iron for over a month and I have to say it's owning it's weight figuratively and literally! It's a pretty sturdy iron and does have some weight to it. Because of that I would be concerned for someone a bit older or has some hand issues. There is a nice grip to it though with a softer textured top like silicone and smoother plastic on bottom. I love the nonstick plate. It has a unique indented come shape at the top which is nice for harder to reach areas on my pants and shirt collars. It also has more steam holes not just around the plate but also towards the middle covering more area. The vertical steam feature is nice to have and very few drips so far. The cord is long which is nice but wish I wouldn't trip over it. It does have a cord protector at top but having to wind it up takes a minute. Having a retractable feature would be nice.