Purchased this mixer to use for regular sized recipe batches. I'm a mother of 2 young girls and had been using a hand mixer for the past several years. I've used my parents kitchenaid mixer many times and always wished I could afford one for myself. This mixer definitely doesn't compare to what you would expect in a Kitchenaid mixer but it also doesn't disappoint and does the job that I need it to without any issues whatsoever.So far I have made a batch of cupcakes, cookies and frosting. I had no issue with the mixer incorporating everything smoothly.I read several reviews that mentioned the mixer moving while mixing but I have not personally experienced that the few times I have used it. If any issues arise I will surely update this review to reflect the products functions.The speed dial on the side is a turning nob and has many different settings that work well. The tilting head works great, there is a small lever that you turn to lift the mixer head and then you turn the bowl to unlock and lift out. There is a wonderful guard that sits on the bowl that protects splatters and spills.Perfect for a person that bakes and cooks regular sized recipes! The compact design is easy to store in my pantry or cupboard, lightweight enough to be easily moved and also doesn't take up much counter space if I choose to keep it out.I've ran all pieces through my dishwasher and they fit easily and wash well.The only addition that was not useful was the pastic spatula that was included. I gave to my daughter for a pretend cooking toy. The spatula was tiny, did not work at all and very cheap. Given that these are usually something we keep in our kitchen and probably not a super important bonus to the mixer, I think that it probably doesn't really matter much :)