It had really been a schewere decision. Having hundreds of comments, test and Techniche descriptions read, I knew: There is no perfkten Iron! So you have to make compromises. One is better off, another there. I opted for this model because it fits comfortably in your hand, the tip has the front or the distribution of holes was shining to me to be good. It should not be relevant, but I also liked the aesthetically model. Easy to fill, easy to use and fast hot are the positive characteristics. It does not drip and I like that. He also ironed out pretty good. So far, only silk was a problem because it has always static "glued" to the iron ... Not so good is the weight and the vertical steam. So far I have not managed my hanging curtains ironed smooth. Who should know better to report :) Conclusion: On the whole I am satisfied