I found the press easy to use and the handles were comfortable,  especially when squeezing multiple bulbs of garlic  I did find cleaning it a bit challenging as there is no easy way to push the garlic skin out, and it won't come out in the dishwasher on its own either. However, this is a challenge most garlic pressses have in common     I  liked using the press, and would recommend it as a good purchase as it is sturdy and should give many years of garlic crushing happiness!