I have read me before buying a lot of reviews and was by some also skeptical because it is often mentioned that the device is so bulky and heavy. I would nonetheless decided to buy and do not regret it today. In the first application I also had a few problems in terms of handling and was -ehrlich said- at first also dissatisfied. This was partly also because I have probably used before wrong hair products that do not just let shine the result of the device, so although I had waves but rather frizziges and dull hair after Anwendund the shaft iron (in rather dry hair, recommending I prepare well in advance the hair!). Due to my disappointment, I have the device first shunned few weeks. After a while I gave the whole a second, third, fourth ... opportunity and I have to say really: the practice makes it !!! Giving up is not equal, you learn quickly how to use the iron and is rewarded with great waves in the hair. I also do not think that the Geraert is sooo hard. Ok, a lightweight, it is not, but you soon gewöht to it. My waves keep the way for three days, although they are defined only the first two days beautiful, but on the third day they can be for example wonderful fudge for a beautiful updo. For me, the wave iron is therefore now fully hit, because I thin (shoulder - chest long) hair and I have dadaurch get great volume. For all people who have little or thin hair, I would recommend the device. And if it does not work the same ... practice, practice, practice !!! :)