For the price I paid on ebay, it was a good value product, but if I have had to pay full price, then I'm not sure it would have been a good value buy. I'm not sure I see the difference with my Prado other than the weight. I admit that I really enjoy having my hair done without overworking my shoulders and arms.
Negative for curly heads like mine, there is no hair diffuser that currently fits on it this dryer. Consequently, I still to keep my previous hairdryer if I want to have a curly day from time to time.