I had fears by reading the comments from Jan. 1. 2015, the February reassured me. I did not find dangerous, on the contrary! Just to hear clicks, everything is secure, there even has a picture of a padlock, open and closed, so NO TROUBLE FOR ME. The bowl comes with its brushed metal base but we must turn to the right place. No boredom in the mix and handling. It can then be unscrewed for cleaning, very convenient. The bowl is glass, very hygienic but it is heavy even at vacuum, 1829 g but the capacity is large: 1.5 l. It is very similar to Kenwood. I am not entirely in agreement with the stunning sleek design, this is personal, I find impressive, albeit with a nice rounded shape but still imposing. It has suction cups and holds well on the work plan (depending on the material on wooden surface, no adhesion but as it is heavy few problems, but stay still next door. Whether why not bright this puts cheerfulness and helps perhaps stunned? It has 3 speeds and a pulse. For the mixing efficiency 50% more I do not comment, he mixes like my "old" Kenwood. But it is very easy to wash. I was scared the first time, he answered no more about speed! Is security? I'll see after several uses over time. I did not know this brand, looks good, price a little high ... maybe justified, a guarantee of two years or three with inscription ... usually it lasts a long time. I have my Kendwood 40 years he served every day several times a day (family large) he starts to tire. It is noted 1l provided a preparation bowl, not seen ?? Cord Storage OK if we rarely used the mixer because it is neither very easy nor quick. A good mixer capacity.