i was wondering the same thing about the handheld one. i was thinking i dont like wooden bowls but it has a sleeve inside. its pretty expensive itself. my brother bought one of those whip boxes, he's trying to get rid of it because he cant make it work corectly. i think he doesnt have the temp set right or something. his was around 100$ new. if he still has it i may buy it. i also think ive seen those handheld ones for cheaper in the hightimes mag.