Electrical appliances-sale is for people, the German, Dutch, Swiss quality were accustomed now often a drama. My old Braun hand blender I needed after 18 years of loyal service unfortunately replace - this has similar features and is made cheaper, softer plastic. The blender is like the previous one removed and cleaned in washing up liquid. The shape of the Pürierstabkopfs is new and produces less spatter, so an improvement. Also of differently shaped male member between motor and functional part is more practical because it prevents incorrect plugging.