I'm looking for a flat iron that will smooth and leave hair soft and shiny. I have somewhat fine hair, but there is a ton of it. It is mostly straight, but takes high heat to curl or straighten.
I love my GHD personally. I've had it for 5 years and it's still as good as day 1. I've owned 2 CHIs and they both broke after about a year. Folica has really good prices and sales from time to time.
Like you, I was on the search for a great straightener. I bought a "Babyliss" one about this time last year from amazon. I don't use it every day (I'm more of a curling iron girl), however every time I do use it, I thank my lucky stars. It is amazing!