The motor is noticeably stronger than my previous mixer which I’m very happy about.  I use it to make mashed potatoes quite often and this does the job in a snap. The power button does have to be held in place to keep the motor going which I am not used to but can definitely adapt to this. Far from a deal breaker. So far I haven’t found anything negative about this hand mixer and very satisfied with it. Definitely an upgrade from the one I’ve been using.