This stirrer has moulded plastic legs for a smooth and glossy look. It has a one handed push button to turn it on/off with 3 speed options. Just place it in a pan or pot, turn it on, and it automatically rotates. Perfect for stirring sauces, soups, porridge, gravy and other mixtures. The stirrer is cordless and battery operated (4 pieces AA batteries are required). The legs can be removed, and are dishwasher safe.