This little wheel is very compact - I’m a relative beginner so didn’t want to spend a lot of money, but I wanted something that could do the job. I am absolutely delighted with the results I’ve achieved throwing on it. It’s very lightweight (compared to the one that I use at the studio I attend), so it’s taught me to be gentle. Too much clay or pressure slows the wheel and being aware of this has helped my technique. The only slight issue I have is that the speed pedal/handle goes from off to fast, so I find finishing my pieces on the bottoms can be a bit fraught as I need a slower revolution than I’ve been able to achieve. On the whole, I love it.