Really like this little straightener. It heats up fast and is small. But not too small. No big, long tool needed for me. I don't have thick curly hair so this is all I'll need. My daughter does have very thick, wavy, long, hair and a standard sized straightener is a must for her to get the job done quickly, but she likes the smaller size with no attached cord. I also love working with no cord hanging off the end. I'm able to do everything a normal straightening tool does. I can get a flip on the end, light curl or just straight hair. Also, if we're fighting high humidity and will need to touch up and tame the frizz, this tool is small enough to fit in my purse without having to deal with a cord, since it charges with a C-cable. So easy and convenient. My daughter is trying to steal mine but she'll have to wait for her order to arrive.