I love the flat iron itself, however I've gotten flat iron much cheaper with more amenities that came along with it. EAP heat your should have a Velcro strap for the core for storing away or packing for a trip (I've never owe a flat iron without the strap until now). You should also consider a glove seeing that the flat iron gets really hot. I would also consider a flat iron bag. For the money the flat iron should have more in my opinion, but it is a good flat iron and I love the red color.