I purchased this item for my daughter who is an avid baker.  She actually burned out her hand mixer making large batches of Christmas cookies.  She was so upset and expressed her desire for a larger mixer but couldn't afford it.  I happened to be on the website and saw this and purchased it.  She loves the fact that she can use the bowl or the hand mixing method!  I received it before Christmas so she was able to get it and continue her holiday baking frenzy!

Pros: light-weight