TIP:Use a folded dryer sheet clipped on to yarn (Google this) trust me it works! This saved me from returning it.Pros:You can make beanies in about 15 minutes.Quick to learn if you use YouTube videos. The directions are useless.You can use most thinner yarn.Easy to make long panels that can be crocheted together. An make infinity scarves or head bands. They are very wide, but cute!Cons:Counter stopped working accurately after a few uses. (Many people report this is well). So now have to count out 120 rows which gets annoying.Gets clunky if you use anything but thinner yarn.Drops stitches in about 1/3 of beanies made so you have to start over.Cannot use fun, thicker yarn.Overall, it is great, but there may be better quality machines out there. But for the price it is worth it for the casual beanie maker.