As a home baker and mom to 4 kids, I use many many small appliances in my kitchen. This mixer has quickly become one of my favorite things to use. It is nice and smooth and mixes very well and consistently, is relatively quiet, and it feels nice in my hand. It isn't too bulky or heavy so there's no need to switch hands during use. My favorite feature is the carrying case that came with it, it is so convenient to just wash the beaters and put them with the mixer so no looking in the utensil drawer for the beaters. So convenient and borderline genius.