I had a stoner spring for several years was not bad but I was stupid enough to lend I do not know that, and never returned! I looked in supermarkets but what I found was really low end and really awful to use. This is a very beautiful design and convenient to use. The icing once in its housing, does not run away when you press the stoner. It is powerful enough to succeed the first time and without splashing. Cleaning and drying quick and easy. The tab on the back that keeps closed for easy storage in a drawer. Honestly, it's a good product. I have my cherry pit in a record time for my clafoutis whereas usually is what takes me more time!