So far I've used this hand mixer for homemade muffins and whipping creme. 

Both recipes begin with a very liquid batter and this mixer was so smooth. The slow start up was such a game changer! Throughout all the mixing at every speed or batter consistency I always felt totally in control of the mixer.

I also LOVE the rubber/silicone paddles. Being able to use them in a glass bowl without all the clunking noise was so nice. My mother asked about the paddles and upon hearing about the mixer she immediately put it in her Christmas wishlist.

My only minor complaint is that it can be difficult to pull the mixer out of the base sometimes but I appreciate that that means it is a firm connection that won't pop free and spill out the pieces.