I always wanted a stand mixer, but could not afford one and was gifted this early just in time for Christmas baking.
Powered right through mixing cookies, pie crusts, and bread dough. 
Especially like the splatter guard to keep ingredients in the bowl while also allowing additional ingredients to be added during mixer operation without having to stop and tilt-up the head to access the bowl.
The dual handled bowl allows a better grip for carrying when full given the rheumatoid arthritis in my hands. [This review was collected as part of a promotion.]