I have a stand mixer but always have a hand mixer also. My hand mixer broke just before a shower I was making desserts for. I usually buy cheap mixers because I burn them out. I decided to buy a better hand mixer so I chose this one. It has good power and I was impressed at how well it mixes even cookie dough with ease. I am however disappointed with the top speeds. It does not go fast enough to whip icing or make whip cream. I will be buying something else and this one will just be for basic mixing. I thought seven speeds would be enough! [This review was collected as part of a promotion.]