This being my first telescope I am pretty happy with this model.. Using the hand control to goto a specific Star/Planet is SOooo Sweet,, and once you are on your specific target it will "track" and follow so you don't have to constantly move the telescope to compensate for the earths movement..etc.... The built in motors are pretty fast and doesn't take long to get to a new target.... Also you can hook up your computer to the handheld and control the telescope via a laptop!!... The kit does not include the computer cable or an ac adapter to power the telescope, which I would recommend.The software that comes with the unit is ok - allowing you to see on a computer - what you should be seeing in the sky...