I have had this mixer for a pretty long time but I am just now writing a review because although I cook a fair amount I don't bake as often and just started using it. I've had several mixers over the years but I really like this one. I love how light it is -- past hand mixers have felt really heavy which made it harder to use. As someone who doesn't enjoy baking as much as cooking I was worried that I was going to be wasting my time on this product but now that I have used it a couple of times I am sort of hooked! Not only is it a great product but it is a Black and Decker so you know you are getting quality! I would def. recommend this to anyone looking for a new hand mixer!