I wanted to stay with a heavier iron. Bought a Hamilton Beach - 1500 watts for quick heating but the dial in center under handle is awkward and it does shut off after a certain time but even when you turn the dial off the little lights tell you it is plugged in. I plan on plugging it to a power strip so I can just push a button instead of always pulling out plug. It is rather long in size. Bottom line it's OK but wished I had known of this site to get more information before buying.