I'm such a fan of the KitchenAid hand blender, it's my go to blender for everyday use. The blender is super compact , one twist and you can store it in two pieces lying flat. The blender stem is metal, so no need to worry about blending hot soup in the pot , this blender can handle it. I love using mine for small everyday jobs including my daily smoothie and salad dressings. Overall such a valuable kitchen tool to have around.