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If you've done your homework, you know this is a top-rated hand mixer. What you may not have realized yet is how these are packaged. It took me a few minutes to figure this out, but you should note that this mixer comes with all kinds of cool beaters, except one important one... the actual turbo beaters that you will use the most. I then noticed the special offering that combines the mixer and these necessary beaters for an additional $14 incl. shipping (second vender). How very clever! Turns out the configuration varies with the vender; the mixer is packaged different ways depending on who is selling it. Also note, I inquired with KitchenAid about the differences between the 7 and 9 speed models. Turns out there are real difference is the RPM range; that is, the Hi/lo of each are different (see below), not just the same range, divided differently. Might be of use for buyers to publish this. 7 speed hand mixer - 350, 450, 575, 690, 880, 975, 1100 9 speed hand mixer - 230, 350, 450, 575, 690, 880, 975, 1100, 1300 Hope this helps! ADDENDUM: Mixer actually came last night with all beater accessories, so I will get an extra set that I don't need. We'll see how easy they are to return. I think this kind of pairing of additional items can be deceiving, or I just have to read more carefully... Will test in on my Sunday waffles tomorrow.