I really like the product. The metal blades can be used in a hot pan or skillet. The only thing I don’t like is having to push two buttons simultaneously in order to blend. I would have considered another brand had I known about this.
I bought the same hand mixer 15 years ago for my restaurant, we use it for smaller things we need to blend. I thought if it lasts 5 or 6 years I'll be happy. When it stopped working at 15 I was super happy! I obviously went with the same model and hope it lasts as long. I have several cuisinart products in my kitchen and I can say as a professional that the quality and durability is unsurpassed. I wouldn't buy any other brand !