I've tried many a hand mixer over years and have been disappointed, and this is the first one to meet my picky standards.  The hand hold is very comfortable - no slippage in the grip, and not too heavy or so light that it kicks back.  The beaters are very easy to put in and take out, and are made well - not flimsy in the least.  I used this on cake batter as well as bread dough to test out both sets of attachments and was quite pleased with the results of both, as they mixed efficiently without any issue.  The settings are easy to change without ingredients flying about the kitchen.  Overall a very nice mixer and I would recommend to anyone.