I'm quite happy with a Black & Decker Digital Advantage DH got for me a couple years ago. I'd guess he paid in the $40 range. Like it way better than I ever did the one Rowenta I owned. It heats up very quickly and I love the large water reservoir as I press with steam - takes tap water also. It does have auto off but recovers very quickly with the touch of a button. Beeps to let me know up to temp or shutting down. I would say it is a mid-weight and cord length is good.