I bought a very expensive Rowenta twice because I wanted the high wattage, many steam holes and titanium plate. The first one quit working just days after the warrant was out. That one was a refurbished one and about $129. So, I bought a new one at $159 and within just a few weeks the indicator light quit working. I did not ship it back, but have kept using it, but it annoys me that it didn't work after spending that much money. I also use a small shark ($20) with a non stick plate by the sewing machine for small blocks, paper piecing etc.
I like the Shark because it stays on until I shut it off and is always ready for those small blocks, etc. and it heats up nearly instantly if I shut it off in between.
The larger Rowenta has a shut off feature that I can't bypass so in between every block I have to wait for it to heat up again and it takes a good long while like a minute and a half each time. But, this iron is better for heavy duty steaming or pressing.