The Cuisinart stand mixer is has clean, sleek lines and has received compliments on its appearance.  It does a good job on everyday jobs like cookies, mashed potatoes, cakes, frostings and egg whites. I have not tried the dough hook yet. It is lighter and not as powerful as the Kitchenaid, but I don’t need the extra power and the price point is great. Sometimes the paddle does not scrape the bottom and sides of the bowl sufficiently and it moves around a bit. Otherwise it would receive a 5.