I purchased my iron before I was into sewing & quilting - just because I wanted a good iron and this one had the features I liked. THEN, when I went searching for a sewing machine, I saw many dealers selling the same iron. It's an Olisio itouch - best feature is it never has to sit up - just touching the handle lifts & lowers the iron. No more leaks when I use the steam feature! Long cord, heats up FAST, steam on or off, no leaking or spitting, itouch feature, hefty enough for pressing quilt pieces - LOVE IT!