This Braun hand blender rocks! It's so much easier to use that I don't plan to pull out my stand mixer for a very long time. So far, I have found it to be plenty powerful and I love the chopper. It does take a little bit of use to get the hang of using it. It's lightweight and easy to clean, which are my main priorities. Perfect for small kitchen jobs. It chops veggies/fruit and blends smoothies like a champ! Another nice feature is that it's not real loud while in operation. I plan to use this product often!! Thanks for another great product, Braun!