I used the KitchenAid 6 Speed Hand Mixer with Flex Edge Beaters to make several of my Thanksgiving Dinner and it worked great! The mixer had more than enough power to make 15 pounds of mashed potatoes. There are many design features that make the mixer easy to use. The mixer can stand upright while not in use. The flex edge beaters do not damage the mixing bowls and appear to be very durable. And the cord can be stationed in 3 different positions to allow easy operation without the cord getting in the way. I enjoyed using this mixer in comparison to my older model.