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Farberware 8 Cup Percolator
It is a great coffee maker. Makes coffee very quickly and it tastes wonderful. I would recommend it to everyone. It is so much better than those drip models that everyone buys. | 1positive
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Huge Disppointment
I purchased this as a Christmas gift for my son as he loves to cook - especially wings, seafood etc. We have owned an older Presto multi-cooker for almost 20 years and it only just 'died' recently. Consequently, I thought it a sure bet that this was going to be just as reliable. Imagine my shock when only 5 months into the use of it - and not daily use either - it has now simply stopped. He plugged it in as usual and there was definitely no "presto"; only cold oil and no indication of any reason why it would stop heating up so abruptly. I am still waiting to hear from Presto Customer service - other than the 'automated' replies - so I hope that they have some viable options to get it working again or replacing it. Since we live in Canada, the chances are we will be told that they can't help us. Even though I made my purchase through one of their authorized dealers. Guess I should have stuck to those available here. Not impressed at all and sadly much more disappointed. If you want something to last only a few short months and you're okay with that, then this would be okay to purchase - otherwise, choose something more reliable. | 0negative
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great travel and team cup
the cup was everything the add said it was and the green bay logo is great. i enjoy the cup very much and would buy another one if needed | 0negative
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Zojirushi EB-CC15
Love this little grill! Yes, it grills the food, so be prepared for a little smoke. It heats quickly and evenly, and is very, very easy to clean. It is convenient and can hold four regular hamburger patties, or two large (flattened) chicken breasts. Worth the price. | 1positive
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now useless
I bought this blender and it only lasted 1.5 years. Now the blender no longer "catches" and spins to blend. It was worn down because it is only PLASTIC. I called the company for replacement parts, they don't make them. They do not cover the warrenty, it is over 1 year old. They do not stand by their product. It is now useless. $[...] in the garbage. Don't waste your money. get a good blender for [...] bucks and it'll last 10 years. | 0negative
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good
The is the right size for me. high quality and i really like it. i am just a begginer of making coffee, and i think it is the right choice. | 1positive
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Wouldn't give it up for the world!
I've had my KitchenAid Pro series for about 4 years or so now, and use it at least once a week. In culinary school I developed a bad habit of walking off to do some other project and forgetting about the machine, or putting too much in at once. The pro series motor handles it all. It's really a kitchen workhorse, whether your kitchen is a home or a professional one. | 1positive
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Rowenta DX-8800 1750-Watt Professional Iron
Rowenta irons have been my choice of irons for quite some time. The professional is the best iron I have ever used. It emits lots of steam and smooths all of the wrinkles. I love it. | 1positive
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Disappointed with a Kitchenaid Product
Update as of January 19,2011. The toaster is broke. Dead and Buried. Thank God. Now I can start my search for a good one. Since the beginning, it's been nothing but a frustration as reflected in so many of the other one star reviews.If you're looking for a good toaster, this isn't it. After owning it for a year, the Kitchenaid KTT340 sucks. I usually find Kitchenaid products coupled with good reviews on Amazon to be a failsafe combination; but, not in this case. It simply is not a very good toaster. I've had better toasters in the past at half the price. | 0negative
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DOWPOW
I'll cut right to the chase. No adjustment for tone. Needs more bass in the speakers. The display at night will replace any nightlight you have on in the room. It is REALLY bright.I have to cover the display to go to sleep. The unit has a button for display but no reference to to what it does in the manual, it just shows that it is there? Called the manufacturer, talked with two different people and they informed me the button does not function on this model??? | 0negative
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Very Sturdy and Nice
I was looking for a Spice Rack with glass bottles and found this one for a reasonable price. The bottles and Rack are very sturdy. I bought two of them and am very satisfied with the purchase.One con: The plastic shakers inside are of the same size and cannot be used with some whole spices. | 1positive
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A Buyer's nightmare: 3 deliveries broken goods, no refund
Dealing with this company (Home and Living, formerly 3 Day Furniture) has been an absolute nightmare. 3 deliveries of broken furniture, seller incompetence and indifference, refused refunds, stalling, broken promises...everythig that could possibly have gone wrong with this order did. It has been over 3 months and the order is still not complete.The order I made on Nov.28, 2004 is STILL not complete and I fear the order will never be complete NOR will I get my money back. It took SIX weeks before the first delivery of severely damaged furniture arrived in Jan 2005. I had to refuse the delivery. They sent me a check for $200 and apologized and I was hopeful that the situation would be resolved. I was wrong. 2 weeks later, a second delivery was received with only half the pieces severely damaged. I had to refuse those parts. I informed 3 Day and MovingMasters at once. 5 weeks went by with neither company attempting to contact me. Ater I contacted 3 Day Furniture, they admitted that they sat on my order for another two weeks until Feb 1. From the refusal of the second delivery in January until the arrival of the third delivery in March, almost SEVEN weeks went by. This time, the delivery contained incorrect, mismatched furniture. This narration only covers the deliveries. I cannot adeqately express the frustrating process I went through in my attempts to contact them and find someone who would respond to all the problems. They repeatedly made promises that they had no intention of fulfilling, and they tried to cut corners by ordering their mover subcontractors to dump the furniture at my threshhold instead of delivering it to my bedroom and assembling it for me. They had promised to do the former. Now, after 3 months of never-ending frustration, I have asked to end the whole fiasco. They promised me a refund but have now changed their minds. They want ME to give back the furniture FIRST! Then, maybe, they'll send a check. Based on my experience with them, that is not likely. I also do not want to wait another month until their next delivery of damaged goods. | 0negative
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Excellent As Always
I've taped alot of these together to make wonderful wall hangings that only require one or two nails. Made a valance over a large window, too. Love them. | 1positive
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This popper is a pain!
I ordered this popper because of the price and the air-pop instead of oil feature. Unpopped kernels fly out of the opening and I have to hold the popper back at an angle to prevent so much of the kernels flying out. Also, there are too many kernels unpopped. I will keep it because of the price and the fact that I can get some popped popcorn out of it if I hold it right but I am not too happy with this popper. | 0negative
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Great coffee maker - limited lifespan
I bought this coffee maker in February of 2007 from Amazon.com. Worked fine, until it didn't. Now conveniently (for Cuisinart) outside of the limited 3 year warranty, the coffee maker just plain stopped working two days ago. I called Cuisinart customer service and they gave me some troubleshooting options (run half water, half vinegar through, etc., etc.), none of which worked because the darn machine wouldn't even turn on. I called again today and basically got the brush-off. I'm outside the warranty-there's nothing they can do. I'll be taking my business to another, more reliable brand from now on. In my humble opinion, coffee makers should last more than 5 years. | 0negative
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not sturdy
This is a nice looking bench, and the wood is nice, but it does not stand up to constant use. The hinge that props it open is weak, and it broke and caused the other hinges to come off. Hopefully it can be repaired, but not sure it wouldn't be cheaper to look for something else. | 0negative
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decanter
It is the same decanter that comes with the coffee pot when purchased new. we broke the original one and this one was a good replacement | 1positive
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Losses contact very often.
This wireless thermometer is a real dissapiontment. At 15 feet the reciever and transmiter lose contact with each other every 5 to 10 minutes, although both are sitting still. When your smoking meat for any lenght of time this is a problem. It takes longer to reset them, then it is to get up and check the temp. This product is a no go. Do not buy. | 0negative
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great vaccum worth purchasing with a few compliants
I really love this vaccum cleaner. It's heavy but I believe that's what makes it so good. The removable canister is great for cleaning the stairs or your car. The pet eraser attachment works great on pet hair. I have had to take the attachment appart a couple of time because the gears got messed up with all the hair inside. You have to clean it out sometimes. The cord is nice and log but twists up a lot and gets wrapped around things to easily.Otherwise great product. | 1positive
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Poor Service
I ordered my flowers on Feb. 6th and just now received an email that a refund was just sent.... WITHOUT prior communication! Now I have no flowers less than a week from Valentine's Day. Yet they are still selling there flowers!!In fact, they charged me $10.70 and refunded me $10.69... so I pay for doing business??!!! | 0negative
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Pump broke on first pump, product works well
My 10+ y.o. full mattress has been sagging for some time, I mostly sleep alone. I placed a 2" memory form topper to lessen the sag, which works but the dip is still there if you look really carefully. This Mattress Remedy really helps to eliminate the sag, restore firmness and even create a lil' lump via over-inflation. I figure that this acts as a lumbar support for my back if I sleep in the middle of the bed and so far it works. But the pump came apart upon 1st pump. It still works and crazy glue will fix that but you can imagine how bad quality that pump is. Before you throw away your sagging mattress, please do the planet a favor and give this a try, you may be surprised at how $40 can solve a $400 problem! | 1positive
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Very disappointing
Could not pull a good shot of espresso. There was a nice crema but no strength. I used the single and double filters with different beans and tamping pressure, yet no improvement. Using pods made no difference.It's difficult to make multiple cups in a timely fashion. After each cup, the porta filter holder is a wet mess and has to be thoroughly cleaned before making another.Water appeared to leak from underneath and I found the drip tray filling up quickly which I gather is from cooled down steam.I will look for another product. | 0negative
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Stylish and Functional
These glasses were on my wedding registry, and they certainly live up to their reputation.My husband thought they were too fragile when he opened them up, but has since come to love them. They are double insulated, so you never have to worry about coasters on your nice wood furniture.Easy to clean, haven't scratched yet. A homemaker's dream. | 1positive
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The steamer that was almost good.
I was waffling between 2 stars and 3 stars because this isn't a horrible product...but it could have been alot better with minor modifications.On The positive side:The unit arrived on time.It heats up quickly.It produces lots of steam.Mop and window attachments have worked particularly well.On The negative side:I was supposed to be able to download a product manual but the file is defunct.The soap dispensor attachment did not work inititially. (I disassembled it and fixed the problem in 5 minutes..but it was still a pain.Product overview included "internal cord storage" it did not have this feature. (I assume they refer to manually spooling the cord around the casters on the caddy for storage as "internal cord storage" but it is misleading at best.Product overview reported "easy to use rotary dial" I still have no I dea what that refers to.There is no water level gauge to help you know how much water is left in the machine/ or when it is close to "full" when filling it.The shoulder strap system is awkward. The product is lightweight, however carrying the product over your shoulder so that it constantly hits you in the thigh is annoying (it would be much more convenient to be able to carry it like a backpack. This would deman a dramatically different design.There is no pressure guage or way of knowing when the unit is "safe enough to open up..." (There is just a sticker that reminds the user to wait 15 minutes after unplussing the machine before opening it to refill it.... and oh yes... to make sure that the user "depress and hold the steam release trigger" to make sure that the tank isnt pressurized before opening the tank. -- of course the unit does not have a steam release trigger...it has an electronic switch which only works if the unit is plugged in. This creates a saftey hazzard because if you unplug the unit from the wall and wait 15 minutes....there will still be alot of hotwater/steam/ and pressure in the tank. If you click the electronic switch to open ( and nothing happens because the unit is unplugged) you may assume the unit is safe and open and thus release all the pent up steam which puts you at risk for a nasty hand burn.I agree with previous reviewers that ordering extra supplies of mop heads and soap is inconvenient.The machine does perform it's primary function (cleaning) well...but the deficiencies in product design, misleading advertising, plus poor documentation/ difficulty reodering supplies all compel me to recommend looking for other steam cleaning options | 0negative
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Good buy
This scale is accurate and turns on very shortly after you turn on the lights in the bathroom. | 1positive
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A fun purchase and healthly too
If you look around you can find this great product at steep discounts. The 10 cup cooker is a time saver because one or two day old rice tastes just fine. My big surprise was how much I enjoy eating steel cut oatmeal. Much different then the quick Quaker oats. I followed one reviewer's suggestion and tried Stensels rice out of Louisana. The white popcorn rice is delightful. You can set the unit up to make your oatmeal the night before. The oatmeal will boil over [through the top vent] unless stirred during cooking, but it is easy to clean up. You will eat healthier food with this appliance. | 1positive
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It broke during my second usage..
This product seems really nice and useful, yet it done not last for more than 1 usage.. It is a disposable product. Highly NOT recommended! | 0negative
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Very Disappointed
I purchased this unit after comparing several makers and models. It worked wonderfully...for one day. Within twenty-four hours the fan stopped working. The lights lit up and everything appeared to be appropriately configured, but it would not work. | 0negative
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Glad I bought one!
I got this item purely based on the reviews here at amazon and don't regret my decision! It does not disappoint. I can finally make my own scalloped potatoes. The blades are very sharp, so you must handle it carefully! I love how it all fits together for storage. I won't make this long because I will just be repeating what others here already said, I will just add that I do indeed recommend this product. | 1positive
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Broken!
I gave this product as a Christmas Gift and was horrified when I got a call from the receiver to say it was completely broken... in pieces! So disappointed and completely embarassed! | 0negative
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KitchenAid Food Grinder
It is so nice to be able to grind meat and things easily with this attachment. I thoroughly enjoy my KitchenAid mixer and my food grinder. Very good product/ | 1positive
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I enjoyed this book....
....but found it confusing since I read Hotspur first. Apparently the author decided to ignore the details in Pete's will in the following books. (Doug to become Hunt Master, no Joint-Master.) | 1positive
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Amazing calphalon
My daughter was always bragging to me about her Calphalon cookwear, so I decided I'd try it. Well, it was everything she said it was. What more could I ask for, easy to clean, cooks on the stove top, broiler or the oven. This stuff is MARVELOUS.... I recomend it to anyone that likes the ease of cleaning and needs a good piece of cookware that will be used every day, I know it will be by me. Nancy K. | 1positive
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Great gift!
I was given an electric wine opener as a gift and just gave one as a gift!Great inexpensive housewarming gift!Highly recommend. | 1positive
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Easily one of my favourite kitchen appliances
It's been going strong for 6 years now, cranking out rice by the pound -- perfect every time. These days, I cook mostly brown rice, and it's absolutely fantastic. People who complain about how long it takes to cook brown rice don't seem to understand that brown rice just takes a lot longer to cook. Many Americans cook it the same length of time (and with the same amount of water) as white rice -- which is just not right. That gives you crunchy, undercooked rice.I love this thing, and I'd be lost without it. Have tried the cheaper Panasonic and was not impressed. The Zojirushi is pricey, but worth it. | 1positive
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Wilton Train Pan
This is a great cake pan. I made a Thomas the Train cake and it was perfect. Easy to use easy to make. | 1positive
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Very satisfied, would buy again
I bought these in Sable - they feel and look luxurious! I felt like a queen sleeping on these sheets. They are kind of shiny but not slippery, like satin sheets. I recently purchased a new mattress with a memory foam pillow top so it is thick .. these sheets fit well, it is easy to put on the fitted sheet, even after laundering. I took these out of the dryer rather promptly and the only major wrinkling was in the middle-top area of the flat sheet. Why do fitted sheets always seem to wrinkle there? I definitely suggest these sheets, I'd buy them again and at $39.99 for a queen set they are well worth the money. | 1positive
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Mine has also died
I bought this because it was a consumer reports best buy. From day one, on rare occasions it would make buzzing noises if I was cooking on the range and then turned on the microwave. I thought it didn't sound right but it was a new microwave, why worry. Well, after three years of use it just plain stopped working. I'm almost certain it's something with the wiring as others have indicated since it always sounded like something was shorting out. Too bad I wasted my money on this, should have spent a little more and bought a better brand. | 0negative
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Love this coffee maker!
I researched online reviews and shopped around for a new coffee maker. I finally decided on the Cuisinart. I love it! It keeps the coffee hot all day long, is easy to use, and had all of the features I was looking for. The only thing I had a problem with is that the height is too tall to fit under my cabinets. But, I live in an old farmhouse where nothing is standard, so I'm sure my cabinets are not at the standard height of most households. The Amazon price was right, too. Great product overall!! | 1positive
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disappointing.
The switch between rotor and hose is simpler, but also prone to fouling and loss of suction on hose.Even at peak performance, this model is disappointing compared to older, lesser-powered models.It also runs hotter and makes noticeably more noise. | 0negative
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Great lightweight economically priced scale that does a excellent job!!!
LOVE IT! I'm happy that I didn't have to spend upwards of $50.00 - $100.00 for an efficient modern looking scale that performs as well as more costly versions.I expected to pay more for a scale that works this well. It is lightweight (not cheap or flimsy), economical and stylish (not high end but nice). It is easy to use and clean. The one touch tare feature works perfect (if others reported it didn't maybe it was damaged). I'm pleased with how slim and lightweight it is. I also like that the auto off is on a 4 minute timer. Most other scales have a shorter timer and shut off before you are finished using it. It's just the right size for everyday kitchen use and recipes. If it were any smaller it would make it hard to use with large bowls; any larger and it would be to awkward to store lying flat in an above counter cabinet.MY TIP for measuring big/bulky objects: Since the display is digital but not backlighted and near the base of the platform, you can put something on the scale first like a small bowl with a plate on it, this will elevate the platform making it easier to see the display, just remember to hit tare to reset it to zero. But, again, I use this everyday with standard size bowls and paper plates etc. and I have no problems it performs excellent and is really easy to use! | 1positive
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Not what I expected
This was ok, not great quality. I bought another Wamsutta product and the quality was bad with that one too. Do not buy unless you want cheap sheets. | 0negative
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I'll give 5 Negative stars
This product doesn't deserve any star. I even contact the company, but there is no return customer service that you would think they will like to taken care of consumers feedback.I ended up wrap the bags with the ties, so the bag will stay flat. It's too much work and waste money! | 0negative
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Does not work with induction cooktops
After much research to try to find a good deep fry thermometer, I basically concluded there was no such product on the market. I thought I found an "adequate" one and bought the Maverick. Unfortunately, apparently nobody who has written a review attempted to use it with an induction cooktop or didn't correlate the unit's malfunction with the induction technology.An induction stove causes this device to completely fail (it beeps constantly and thinks you're pressing the select button when you're not, causing the preset temperatiure to constantly change).Besides this problem, the device won't measure shallow oil (neither will any other thermometer that I read about. It's also fairly unstable despite the well designed clip. I also think the metal cover is annoying and unnecessary.I'm going to go back and replace the cheap glass one that I broke. | 0negative
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Better than a cloud!
Better than a cloud. I have never been on a real cloud but this has a density that hugs my body and wraps around me while still supporting me. Some say that a 5lb. density per cubic foot is the only way to go. Of course the higher density the higher quality the higher cost. This is not a cheap 1-2 lb that you will sink all the way down into and not feel any benefits. This is a 3lb. and it had just enough support to make my body and wallet happy. It does smell funny but I sprayed it down with Lysol. I let it air out before putting sheets over it and drifting off into a blissful sleep. | 1positive
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Clocks Do Not Sync Properly
We purchased 5 of these to use at an outdoor event throughout the grounds. With 5 of these, it gives a good basis for the problems involved.We followed the instructions and after the initial battery installation, they all held at 4:00 waiting for the signal. Once they received it, 3 ended up at the same time, while 2 were off by several minutes.The clocks initially set themselves to Pacific Time and then needed to be set to Eastern.For the 3 that ended up at the same time, let's say 7:35, when pressing the ET button on back, one ends up at 10:35 (properly) and the other 2 end up at 10:31 and 10:16. This has nothing to do with an improper signal, as these 3 had the same initial time. The control board inside is bad in multiple units.We ended up continuing to use our old manual clocks...we were better being a minute or two off over having random clock times.It is not a signal distance issue as we also purchased 3 digital ones and those all work fine. | 0negative
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Argh! This is a rotten blender!
This blender died after 4 months of light use. I never asked it to crush ice or do anything really strenuous. I only used it to blend smoothies and tofu desserts - so the toughest thing it ever had to handle was a couple of half-frozen berries. After two months the motor started to have that burned smell when I used it. After three months the plastic bottom part of the canister started to crack. At four months, the motor started making funny noises, it smelled terrible, and the crack on the canister widened so that liquid started to spill out when in use. All in all, this blender was a total waste of money and ended up in the trash. I will NEVER buy a Hamilton Beach product again. | 0negative
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Roasted Chicken.. Beef Jerky... French Fries... Hungry yet?
I would have to say that this has been a great purchase.PROS- Doesn't heat the house up like the stove.- Large enough to fit most foods (12 inch pizza, fryer chicken..)- Cooks fast and evenly (takes some getting used to)- Heats up VERY fast- Toast better than other toaster ovens that Ive tried- Convection oven dries meat out at 140 making perfect Beef Jerky- Reheats the McDonald's fries that the kids didn't eat and doesn't taste like rubbery microwaved ones.- Digital like most of my gadgets (I.E. you can show them off to your friends)- Had a problem with one of the pans and Cuisinart sent a new set pretty darn fast.- Easy to clean- Stainless... you can never go wrong with stainless- Don't have to wait for the oven to preheat.- Cools down real quick- Makes small kids meals real easy- Walmart chimichangas (the ones in the blue package and are 600 calories each) taste a million times better because they get crispy.- All microwavable items are WAY better tasting (including chicken nuggets)CONS- My wife doesn't like the amount of levels you can put the trays on. She wishes there were more height adjustments.- Takes up some space on the counter. | 1positive
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Good Waffle Maker
My husband insisted on getting a waffle maker that had removable plates. The list is not that long. The waffles cook well, although I haven't tried it as a griddle or grill yet. | 1positive
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Don't buy it! Worst taste ever!
So, I bought this kettle thinking it was small and cheap, and it would be convinient for my small room. Turns out the kettle is cheap and small, but it give the water a horrible plastic taste, that after many many boilings doesn't go out. So DON'T BUY this kettle if you appreciate the taste of your tea, and also you health! | 0negative
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Very Juicy Novel
Lois Lowry creates a perfect world in her novel, The Giver. With suspense, foreshadowing, and many other well-used techniques, Lowry paints a story of a young boy, Jonas, who is given the burden of becoming the next Receiver for his community. The Receiver is the person who has to nurture all the memories of the world, from the past and present, yet not be able to share his discoveries with anyone else. Jonas eventually becomes overwhelmed by this task, and persuades the Giver, the previous Receiver, to change the world, as they know it.Lowry�s illustration of this Utopia is wonderful. It forces the reader to think about the benefits and the problems of a perfect, uniform world. Lowry�s precise writing leaves the reader pondering these questions: Is peace worth losing all color and beauty in a world? Is unity worth losing all personal identity? Are all utopias mind-numbing and monotonous?Personally, I truly enjoyed The Giver. It was an easy read, yet so full of questions and morals. I thought the end was very abrupt, but it only added to the effectiveness of the book. It made me think even more about the messages Lowry was cleverly trying to portray. | 1positive
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Arrived damaged
The heater still works, but it is dented. Make sure you open and inspect your purchases before the 30-day return policy expires. I made the mistake of leaving the heater in the box until I was ready to use it and now I am unable to return or exchange the item. | 0negative
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Extremely rough cooking surface
This frying pan was unbelievably bad. The cooking surface was rougher than most cast iron utensils are on the outside. Even their website had the following:"My new Lodge Cast Iron pan feels rough in some areas, is this normal?""Yes. With use and replenishment of the seasoning, the pan will become smoother. Unlike other types of cookware, Lodge Cast Iron only gets better with use. For concerns about roughness, it is OK to use a fine grade of sandpaper to smooth out the rough areas. Make sure to re-season the item before using."I tried a medium grade of sandpaper and got nowhere with this. Very glad for Amazon's returns policy. | 0negative
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right after the warranty is up, the pump dies
I got this machine in September and barely had a chance to use it because I was hardly ever home. Once I finally started to use it regularly, it had already been several months. It worked well enough for a little while, though I could never get a true crema going (I used to work as a barista and knew what I was doing). No matter how I varied the coffee (always used great beans), the packing or the grind, the crema was typically lackluster. All that aside, I enjoyed having my espressos when the mood struck and coffee when the mood didn't strike... until the pump in the espresso part of the machine decided to drop dead, exactly 13 months after the purchase date (so it wasn't covered by their 1 year warranty). It didn't matter who I called, I always got the same story: they couldn't tell me exactly what the problem was, but it was likely the pump and that would cost about $150 to replace. I feel like that is an unacceptable response to a problem that a $300 machine runs into. I had a Krups machine before this one that seriously lasted 13 years. They clearly don't make these machines the way they used to. I'm absolutely never buying another Krups product.As a side note, the coffee pot is super drippy on the pour and I'm not a clumsy person. You have to make a true effort NOT to spill coffee everywhere.My advice is spend an extra couple of dollars and get a better machine. The aggravation is not worth the money saved (and if you have to repair it, ultimately, you're not saving any money). | 0negative
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Dyson Stowaway dc21 VERY dissappointed!
I have had my Dyson Stowaway for almost 2 years now and I have had to contact Dyson twice this year about the crappy hose breaking into!! I am very careful with this vacuum and only use it in my home,I have ALL hardwood floors. The last customer service agent I spoke with ask me what i did with my vacuum as they just replaced the hose in April of 2009 and that hose has already broken again and it's just November 2009. I ask the agent to make notes in my account about this continuing problem.I ask her where these hoses were made and she told me Malaysia. That may be part of the problem, who knows.They have always sent me a new hose at NO cost to me but who knows what will happen if this hose breaks again. The agent said that they will have to investigate further if it happens again! I have offered to send them the old broken hoses back and they tell me they don't want them. I also ask her if anyone else had this problem with the hose and she said that she had only had 3 complaints. Has any one else had this problem?? I'm just wondering.......thanks for any feedback. | 0negative
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Waring Pro MG100 ...Save Your Money
Used carefully and as directed, the Waring Pro worked for a few pounds,then internal gears started to slide by one another intermittently,then it quit entirely. I took it apart and low and behold, cheap plastic gears. Of course it very quickly wore out! Save your money and buy a quality product. | 0negative
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microplane grater/zester
I have been wanting to buy one of these for so long. It is so easy to use! I grate all types of cheeses but most of all it works like a charm for grating lemon and orange peel. | 1positive
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many good aspects but ONE BIG PROBLEM
Even after full charge or recharge the machine works for at most 7-8 minutes... Really nonsense. And it takes a long time to get recharged. Pity, because otherwise everything is fine: picks up dirt quite well. But that defect ruins the entire product. I did not return it in time, so I am stuck, although of course I can use it well for a few minutes... | 0negative
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Doesn't work on mold in a shower
I was hoping this would diminish my reliance on chemicals to clean my tile shower. I have a bit of a mold build up in the grout and spend a lot of time with tooth brushes and bleach. I read all of the reviews and even called customer service at the manufacturer part way through. It just isn't doing much. The bristles on the plastic brushes they supply just can't get in there. I even tried aiming the steam right from the nozzle without a brush and then scrubbing it with yet another toothbrush. This was the primary purpose for the purchase, so I can't help if you are looking to do other things. | 0negative
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I want a refund!
Shark Rapido Electronic Iron, GI468I just received this iron and I am extremely disappointed with it.I wasn't looking for a professional iron - just a regular, serviceable iron. This product is a very poor excuse for an iron. I would have been better off buying a real cheapo at the supermarket!In the description one of the supposedly good features is: "the iron automatically shuts itself off if left unused in any position (sideways, flat, or upright) for more than seven minutes."I wondered about why they would make a point of adding "sideways" as a reason for auto shut-off after 7 minutes of non-use. Actually the time before shut off is much less than 7 minutes - closer to 2 - a time so short that I constantly had to "reboot" the iron. This was not a very happy introduction to my new iron.On to the "sideways" issue: it turns out that the iron ends up sideways a lot due to a too narrow base which makes it so wobbly when standing on end on the ironing board that it keeps falling over again and again. Water seeps out of the fill area when it is sideways - on the ironing board, on clothes, or on me - whatever it is near. This iron should really have a stand to sit on to keep it from being a tweedledum or tweedledee. After it turns itself off I have to jiggle the iron to start it up again and then wait until it heats up enough for the light to stop blinking so I can iron again.I am a frequent Amazon Prime customer as I live in a rural area but this purchase was a supremely bad choice. To add insult to injury I paid almost twice as much for the iron as it costs at the Best Buy in the closest town.So, in brief, this manufactured in China "SHARK" is poorly designed, is inconvenient to use, slows down the ironing process due to a constant need to re-start it and is over-priced compared to the competition.I think Amazon should take this SHARK back, absorb the cost of the return shipping and remove it from the list of items offered for sale. | 0negative
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Great Kettle
The kettle is exactly as I expected. I find it to be a more elegant shape than the more common squat kettle. A friend commented that her LeCreuset kettle leaked so I was hesitant to order one but this one has no issues. | 1positive
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Coffeee maker broke after 3 days - super-poor design
As soon as I put the pot onto the burner I knew this coffee pot wouldn't last. It has plastic knobs on springs coming down from the filter and up from the pot - it was immediately apparent that they would break. Sure enough, after only 3 days, the piece in the top of the pot broke. This wasn't a lemon - it's just really a poor design. | 0negative
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Not Satisified
Very dissapointed. Impossible to get all the water out for proper cleaning. Using the vicks liquid is a mess, and after running for awhile, the vapor goes from smelling like vicks to smelling like smoke. Never really gets going, even after adding the reccommended salt. Big and bulky taking up too much room. If possible, find another alternative, like I am doing now. | 0negative
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NOT For Shabbat Use
I own and love a smaller manual Hamilton Beach crockpot that I use to keep meatballs warm for the kids on Shabbat. When I decided I needed a second crockpot for soup or cholent for the adults, I decided to go for the fancier model.Disaster struck.On Shabbat morning, I found the crockpot completely off and my cholent rapidly cooling. I blamed myself; I must have done something wrong. But no, it wasn't me. THIS SUCKER SHUTS ITSELF OFF AFTER 14 HOURS. Unfortunately, that's in the small print, buried on page whatever-you-never-actually-get-to in the manual. In other words, this crockpot is completely and utterly unusable for Shabbat.Back it goes. | 0negative
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lovely in every way
Have had our Magnifica since June 2011 and it is indeed magnificent. Heats up in moments--not even minutes--and then dispenses lovely espresso and/or coffee that has crema on top. The machine requires that you dump grounds and refill beans and water every day or so, but what coffee maker doesn't? What this machine does do that others don't is freshly grind beans for every cup, allow you to set it for how much coffee you want and how strongly you want it, and then quickly and easily foam your milk for a home latte of great quality. We have ended up using Starbucks beans, currently French Roast, as they have the nicest taste and aroma of the brands we have tried. Does not need to be espresso beans, from what I have experienced, nor are oily beans a problem.Husband has a daily double shot of espresso, strongest setting, least water. I have a cup of coffee, meaning set it for half strength and full liquid amount. Then after it finishes, I hold down the one-cup button and it keeps dispensing more for as long as I apply pressure. Thus I get my exact amount to preference each day. Next I throw a bar towel under the steam nozzle, turn it on, let the water run out until it steams, turn it back off, stick my metal pitcher underneath, and steam my vanilla soy milk until foamy. Easy for this novice to do. Finally I run the steamer one more time to blow out residue and then rinse both tubes with water, leaving them to dry. This is by no means a chore for me, but since some people feel this machine takes work, that's the work involved. Husband does the ground dumping and water and bean refilling, and has no problem doing any of this.What we get in return is fresh delicious made to order espresso and coffee drinks. We are both %100 satisfied with this maker. We did not want to spend a lot of money, but we did spend what it took to get this level of quality and automation, and we are not sorry. My only fear was that without a timer, we would have an annoying wait in the morning before we could have coffee, but this machine heats up so quickly it is not an issue at all. Don't get this if you are not truly wanting lovely espresso every morning in your home. But if you are, don't hesitate.I put a little cocoa on my latte before I head out the door and I am always getting comments from people about how lovely my coffee smells and looks. We shopped around, read reviews, and definitely made the right choice for us. I might add that before ours was delivered, the price dropped $100. After some initial balking, Amazon agreed to refund the difference. Way to go Amazon. | 1positive
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Waste of Money and Time
I got this as a gift for my newborn. I was really excited to get it thinking it would come in handy since we have a two-story house, well dont bother thinking the same. Its expensive and it doesn't work very well. It took me 3 tries to heat a 6oz bottle, total time wasted: 13.5 mins, to heat the same bottle in my tap water 2.5 mins. Its a great idea but needs some-more work. | 0negative
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Expect terrible service and a poor experiance!
Horrible customer service!! Take forever to get your item if at all. Agents there pass your aruond and never give you a correct answer as well lie to get rid of you. | 0negative
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Fragile! It's a love-hate relationship!
These are the most beautiful but fragile glasses I've ever had. It's like a Lamborghini - high maintenance! They will shatter (and make a big mess) if they get slightly bumped or knocked. Wash them by hand and don't let anyone use them - enjoy them yourself. | 0negative
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Disappointed in stuffing
This comforter has little to no batting or stuffing in it. We were very disappointed but did not want to waste the time in returning it to you. | 0negative
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Not new
We were disappointed in this product when it arrived. We were told that there were scratches before we bought it, but we assumed they were from being on display. This was a used product and we weren't awared of that when we paid for it. We kept the product because it is the only one we could find and they don't make this model anymore. The good part is that it was packaged well with no breakage to any of the glass. And all the brackets and screws were enclosed. | 0negative
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Risky to buy.
I purchased the Ronco 5000 and used it 4 or 5 times and it shorted out and will not work at all. Since I have only had it a couple of months, I expected that the compny would replace the item for free. Nope! They want another twenty seven dollars to send me a replacement. I guess it costed me about $25 / chicken so far. Plus, when I called the company about the product, they basically sent me through a series of dead end supervisors and ultimately to an answering machine. VERY frustrating experience. BEWARE!Update: I contacted the company again and they said that they will review my case and let me know if they will wave the 27 dollar shipping charges. They will let me know in a week and then I will post the results. | 0negative
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Waste of Money
This is the most horrible toaster I have ever bought. The toast heats unevenly, making one side browner than the other. Not so bad if you dont mind turning your toast half way through the process. The really bad part is the knobs to release the toast broke after less than a week - both sides! Now my knobs are merely there for decoration, as they certainly dont pop the toast up, my toast still is overcooked on one side and not at all on the other - no matter what setting it is at. Needless to say, I will soon be buying myself a new toaster, and likely not this brand. | 0negative
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Died after 13 months
We only used it to reheat and it couldn't take the pressure. The door handle was nice. I guess for the price one year was worth it???? | 0negative
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Don't buy it if you are not from the States
I will not give this product any stars because I haven't tried it out (only 1 because it's mandatory).The main problem is that the adapter needed to convert the EU electricity (220 V) to US electricity (120 V) "is more expensive that the toaster itself" and it would generates a lot of heat due to it's big size (experts told me, and mentioned that the price would be about 450 USD).I first noted this after buying it and receiving it (the product was sent really fast from Amazon though).So I will only let other people know of my mistake so they don't do the same :(p.s.: I wish they made a toaster like this for the EU | 0negative
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Very pleased with bed
Bought two of these beds. Very easy to put together. If something doesn't line up right or if the screw holes don't appear to be in the right place, then you need to turn one of the parts over or you have the wrong piece. In particular, the center support only goes in smoothly one way. I couldn't believe turning it would make a difference, but it did. The bed is pine, so it is a soft wood with some knots and imperfections, but it shined up beautifully with a Minwax combination stain and polyurethane. Now I have a smooth, glossy finish. The bed is plenty high and no more need for costly mattresses! I also put four of the matching pull-out drawers underneath. You can use four drawers even if your bed has one side against the wall by using some small C clamps from any hardware store to clamp the drawers into sets of two, so that when you pull the one in the front, the back one comes out too. | 1positive
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Nice
These are very nicely built. Dimensions are as described, the larger one fits my 12 X 12 scrapbook paper in it perfectly, with a little room to spare so I don't have to pry the paper out. | 1positive
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Great Product, Great Support
I have purchased about 10 Tanita InnerScan products for myself, family, and friends. They are great products.They also stand behind their products. Somehow the LCD panel on my BC554 got cracked. I returned it under their waranty. It was replaced and returned at no charge. | 1positive
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BACK IN STOCK FOR $99.99
Don't want to pay $900.00 well you don't have too. It is right here on Amazon for $89.99-$109.99 depending on size here is the link....Alexandra I hope you read thisModern Home Purple Flocked Comforter Set - Full | 0negative
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Wonderful money saving purchase
I have used Senseo coffee makers for the past six years and am now on my second coffee maker. The MyPod Refillable Replacement Pod has allowed me to save a great deal of money and has paid for itself many times over. It has also allowed me to experiment with a great variety of coffees.If you like coffee and appreciate a machine that provides individual cups, the MyPod only MAKES SENSE! | 1positive
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simplehuman Quick Load Paper Towel Holder, Stainless Steel
It looks good and works well. It seems sturdy. I have no problems with it. Better than the one it replaced. | 1positive
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Good enough
The only complaint I have about this slicer is that it's a bit wobbly. I expected a more solid feel. However, it is perfectly sharp, and the adjustment is simple and fail-safe (you rotate an off-set, rectangular bar below the guide to set it to one of four desired thicknesses). So far, it has worked beautifully for everything I've tried. | 1positive
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Worst Crepe Pan I've Ever Used
I make crepes a lot. Crepes are, in general, quick to prepare and easy to make. I have a couple of different crepe pans I use, my favourite being a Calphalon crepe pan. I've had good luck with crepes in everything from cheaply-purchased Calphalon frying pans in the 'seconds' section of stores to Analon pans purchased cheaply from Amazon.I thought I'd pick this up because a) it's machine washable, b) it's got a nice look, and c) it got high reviews on Amazon. I thought it might be nice to give it a shot as a quick, easy to clean, cheap pan I could use for Sunday morning crepe cravings.BIG mistake. This has the worst non-stick coating I think I've ever used, and the design is incredibly substandard. It heats very unevenly, burning portions of the crepe while not cooking others, and then has to be scraped off just to get the leftover crepe bits off that stuck to the coating. This was AFTER I'd sprayed the pan. Just terrible. It might be good for frying bacon or a grilled cheese sandwich or some such, but for crepes, this pan is a flop. | 0negative
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Good product but not the best online merchant
We ordered this item a few years ago from the Wok Shop. It makes great, traditional sticky rice. A week ago we decided to order two more as Christmas gifts from the Wok Shop through their web site (at the time we weren't aware that they were also selling on Amazon). Several days later we were informed that the item was out of stock and wouldn't be available until mid January 2010. As a consumer and occasional online seller myself, I expect them to keep better control over their inventory. Don't order this item if you need it in a hurry. But, if you can wait, it's just fine. | 1positive
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WeterPik F-7 Water Filter
This water filter works great. I had always bought the F-2 filter and then also ran my water through my Brita fridge pitcher. With the F-7 I can drink right from the tap. The water tastes clean and brisk, which is quite a miracle for tap water in the Los Angeles area. I will continue to buy this filter as needed :) | 1positive
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Great little fryer!
Bought another FryDaddy as we finally got rid of our other one that was 17 yearsold!!! These are great little fryers for a small family or for doing small amounts of food. Really handy to have lid to store oil in fryer till you areready to fry again. I fry a potato after I am done frying other foods to helpclean the oil. Try to clean as much ice off of frozen food before putting in fryer to help with the splattering of oil and the boil overs. Better to do smallamounts of frying. They cook better and faster. Overall a great little fryer forthe price and they last!!! | 1positive
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Looks great and makes a really good cup of coffee
You will not be disappointed with this coffee pot. It looks nice and works fantastic. I used a Star Bucks blend in it and it was just as good as if I had bought it in the store itself. | 1positive
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False Advertising
So based on the photo at the web site, I believed the seat to be blue, gold and purple. Turns out it is green, yellow and pink and looks garish. I had ordered two and only one arrived....hope I can get my money back since I do not want two of these monstrosities | 0negative
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BEWARE, TAKE CARE, DO NOT BUY THIS ITEM - NO!
I HAVE OWNED...6 ESPRESSO MACHINES THAT I CAN RECALL IN MY LIFE.1 GAGGIA, A HEAVY ITALIAN MACHINE WHICH I SHOULD HAVE TAKEN MUCH BETTER CARE OF - WHICH MEANS WIPING OFF THE STEAM NOZZLE WHEN STEAMING MILK ALONG WITH RUNNING THE STEAMER WHILE WIPING, AND DECALCIFING WITH VINEGAR WHICH IS SMELLY BUT UNCLOGS MINERAL SEDIMENTS WHICH PRECIPITATE IN THE WORKINGS OF THE MACHINE. THESE STEPS MUST BE PERFORMED ON ALL ESPRESSO MACHINES PERIOD CASE CLOSED. THE GAGGIA I BELIEVE I GAVE AWAY OR THREW AWAY.1 PROTEO GRANDE, ANOTHER HEAVY ITALIAN MACHINE WHICH I NEGLECTED TO DECALCIFY BUT SIMPLY STORED AWAY 10 YEARS AGO.I HAVE ALSO OWNED 4 KRUPS MACHINES. 2 OF THESE KRUPS WERE THE VERY INEXPENSIVE VARIETY THAT LACKED A PUMP, BOTH OF WHICH FAILED BECAUSE THE PRESSURE VESSEL FOR STEAM BEGAN TO LEAK AND OVERHEAT.1 KRUPS MACHINE, A PUMP MACHINE MODEL 968 WORKED VERY VERY WELL FROM DECEMBER 1999 THRU FEBRUARY 2006. MODEL 968 MADE EXCEPTIONAL ESPRESSO: (YOU GOT A VERY NICE CREMA LAYER AT THE END OF THE DRAW). SIMPLY BECAUSE A LITTLE HANDLE IN FRONT WHICH SELECTED WHETHER OR NOT YOU WANTED STEAM, OR FLOWING WATER SNAPPED OFF, I WAS FORCED TO USE A KITCHEN KNIFE IN THE GROOVE LEFT BY THE SNAPPED OFF SELECTOR BUTTON, AND BECAUSE THIS CAUSED THE MECHANISM ITSELF TO PREMATURELY WEAR MADE THE UNIT UNUSABLE.UNUSABLE IS WHAT KRUPS XP 4000 IS, FOR SOME REASONS NOT PREVIOUSLY STATED.1. ATTENTION XP4000 USERS: TAKE THE PLASTIC WATER STORAGE UNIT OUT AND CHECK THE BOTTOM OF THE UNIT. MOST LIKELY YOU WILL SEE 1/4 TO 1/2 INCH OR MORE OF WATER THAT HAS LEAKED FROM THE WATER INTAKE VALVE. NOW WITH THE MACHINE OFF! COOL! AND ALL WATER TRAYS AND TOP AND BOTTOM GRILLS REMOVED SIMPLY TURN THE UNIT OVER 90 DEGREES AND DUMP THE WATER OUT. REPLACE THE PLASTIC WATER STORAGE UNIT, AND EVERYTHING ELSE. THEN USE 'NORMALLY' IF YOU CAN FOR A FEW DAYS OR A WEEK. THEN TAKE THE WATER STORAGE OUT AGAIN AND CHECK FOR WATER SEEPAGE AND LEAKAGE INTO THE MAIN PLASTIC HOUSING. YOU SHOULD FIND THE SAME LEAKAGE PROBLEM.THIS IS AN UNACCEPTABLE DESIGN DEFECT WHICH PREVENTS WATER FROM COOLING THE BOILER, AND SERVICING THE STEAMER.2. AS WITH ALL THE OTHER REVIEWS THE STEAMER SIMPLY LEAKS A DRIBBLE OF HOT WATER, NOT ENOUGH TO MELT ICE. IF YOU LEFT A PITCHER OF COLD MILK UNDER THE STEAMER AND RETURNED 15 MINUTES LATER YOU'D HAVE: WATERY LUKEWARM MILK!3. OTHER REVIEWS STATED THAT THE FROTH STEAMER ATTACHMENT CONSTITUTES A HAZARD AS IT FLYS OFF UNEXPECTANTLY. KRUPS MODEL 968 HAD A SIMILAR ATTACHMENT WHICH I REMOVED AND THREW AWAY.WITH MODEL 968, THE STEAMER WORKED VERY VERY WELL WITHOUT THE FROTH ATTACHMENT FOR 6 YEARS. OCCASIONALLY IT WOULD CLOG UP AND I'D TAKE THE END OF A SAFETY PIN TO UNCLOG IT, OR I WOULD SIMPLYUNSCREW THE PLASTIC HOUSING: IT WOULD REMOVE NICELY AND I'D PLACE THE STEAMER NIPPLE IN SOME HOT WATER AND VINEGAR OVERNITE,AND THE STEAMER WOULD PERFORM PRETTY NICELY. NOTE: THIS IS MODEL 968 NOT XP 4000. DO NOT TRY TO UNSCREW THE BLACK STEAM NIPPLE FROM XP 4000 SEE NOTE BELOW!!!YOU MAY USE XP4000 WITHOUT THE FROTH ATTACHMENT, AND IT WILL STEAM MILK OKAY, BUT IT MUST BE FUSSED WITH POKING THE HOLE IN THE BLACK STEAM NIPPLE OVER AND OVER AGAIN. BUT:--FREQUENTLY HOWEVER STEAM PRESSURE GOES DOWN SO LOW YOU HAVE TO PUT THE SELECTOR KNOB TO THE 90 DEGREE POSITION, ALLOW WATER TO FILL IN THE MACHINE AGAIN, CLICK OVER TO 'HEAT UP', THEN WHEN THE LITE GOES OFF YOU MAY CONTINUE STEAMING.KRUPS XP-4000 IS A PERFECT EXCUSE FOR BEING LATE TO WORK, OR ANYWHERE ELSE IF YOU CANNOT LEAVE THE HOUSE WITHOUT YOUR LATTE. AND I WILL NOT LEAVE THE HOUSE TO GO TO STARBUCKS FOR ANY REASON WHATSOEVER UNLESS MY MACHINE FAILS. WHICH IT DID!NOTE: XP 4000 CANNOT HAVE IT'S RUBBER NIPPLE UNSCREWED, YOU ARE FORCED TO STICK A SAFETY PIN OR OTHER SHARP OBJECT IN IT TO UNCLOG THE MILK STEAMER. THE HOLE IN THE NIPPLE ITSELF IS MUCH TOO SMALL: IT IS SMALL TO OVERCOMPENSATE FOR THE LACK OF PRESSURE FROM THE PUMP, KIND OF A WISHFUL DESIGN INTEGRATION TECHNIQUE WHICH FAILS OH SO MISERABLY!3.MY XP 4000 STARTED LEAKING MASSIVE AMOUNTS OF WATER AFTER LESS THAN 45 DAYS OF USE. I SENT IT TO A LOCAL KRUPS REPAIR FACILITY AND I IMAGINE I'LL EITHER GET ANOTHER XP4000 OR THEY MIGHT HAVE THE COMMON SENSE TO DISCONTINUE THE XP4000 AS A BAD DESIGN MISTAKE FROM BEGINNING TO END IF ANYONE UP THERE LIKES ME, AND KRUPS MIGHT UPGRADE ME TO THE MORE EXPENSIVE XP4050.SO NOW YOU HAVE IT.SO THERE I WAS ESPRESSOFIEND WITH NO JAVA, AND I'D RATHER PULL OUT MY FINGERNAILS THAN GO INTO STARBUCKS FOR LATTE. ONLY I CAN MAKE THE PERFECT LATTE. WHICH EXPLAINS WHY I AM SINGLE!SO, I TOOK OUT MY 10 YEAR OLD PROTEO GRANDE FROM UNDER MY SINK WHERE IT HAD BEEN STORED FOR 10 YEARS, AND SAID A PRAYER WHILE CLEANING THE COBWEBS OFF AND DECALSIFYING, ANDWOULDN'T YOU KNOW IT: IT WORKS! JUST FINE! BUT THEN AGAIN, THATIS WHAT I'D EXPECT FROM A HEAVY ITALIAN MACHINE.MORAL: IF YOU WANT TO SAY BYE-BYE TO STARBUCKS FOREVER, AND BREW THE PERFECT LATTE OVER AND OVER AGAIN, SPEND AT LEAST $200 ON A QUALITY ITALIAN MACHINE. KRUPS DOES MAKE NICE COFFEEMAKERS, EVERY ONCE IN A WHILE.WHEW! I HOPE THIS HELPS SOMEBODY! | 0negative
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The only type pan to own
I started buying Calphalon pans several years ago. The hard anodized is the best! Lighter than teflon coated pans but sooo stick resistant. | 1positive
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OS=Marketing
Oregon Scientific is purely a marketing company. I've been "experiencing" their shoddy products for nearly 10 years now. If you look at their executive staff, it's all people with sales and marketing experience -- no one seriously technical or product oriented. This product shows it. As most reviews have indicated, if your a cash-poor amateur with some technical skills, this can be made to perform reasonably well in what I consider the short term. What happens a year or two down the road when the solar-sensors and the poor connectors fail I don't know. Also, it's not made for any kind of serious weather. The rain gauge obviously has no heater so you won't get anything in the snowfall department. As has been indicated, the anemometer reports windspeed on a whimisical basis. Overall, this is a pleasant enough toy if you feel like playing with toys. If you want a weather instrument, go with a real one. | 0negative
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This thing is great
I got my Calphalon Double Griddle a month ago and life is just that much easier...at breakfast at least! First of all, a double griddle makes things easier by being able to cook more and faster. Great idea.Second, the Calphalon Contemporary Nonstick works incredibly well and cleans effortlessly. I did not find it heated unevenly on our gas range. | 1positive
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Magnetic knife holder
Very strong magnets to hold the knives. Went up very easy.Cinch to clean.Looks nice on the wall, like it belongs there. | 1positive
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Bigger than it looks
This has some crude finishes, the cap is sticky and the whole thing is bigger than it looks. I returned the product. | 0negative
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works well, but it rusted after the second time
I saw something like this in France and I really wanted one. I picked this one because it's stainless steel and could go in the dishwasher. it's really beautiful and it works, made great muffins without spills (if the batter is fluid). but after the second time I used it, it's already rusting in different parts. Disappointing. I am returning it. | 0negative
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Didn't work properly
After I took this scale out of the box and inserted the batteries the scale worked properly until I turned it off and then back on. It then displayed some gobbledygook until I moved the scale around or turned it over a few times after which it would work properly again until it was turned off and on. Every time I turned it on it would do the same thing. I then called Escali and, to their credit, the representative very pleasantly said it was defective and asked me simply to submit a warranty claim on their website rather than return it to Amazon and they would send me a new scale. I promptly did this and they didn't respond, so I e-mailed them again after a week or so to ask what was happening with my claim. Still I never heard back from them, so after about three weeks I just returned it to Amazon as defective. I wouldn't recommend this scale or any Escali product based on my experience with their poor customer service. Too bad, because the scale, when it was working properly, seemed to do a good job. Caveat emptor - avoid Escali products. | 0negative
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Cap needs to be worked on
I purchased this coffee carafe about a month ago.the only thing I find wrong (in my opinion)is with the cap;It is difficult for my wife to close it entirely.Other than that, I am well satisfied with this product.Albert Saxon | 1positive
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pretty to look at, horrible to use
These towels look great, feel nice and soft. Unfortunately, when you use them after a shower it is like drying off with a plastic sheet. They do not absorb anything; they just smear the water around and eventually you dry off by evaporation. In fact, instead of making me feel dry and comfortable, I feel cold as the water is moved around on my skin. My suggestion: use them as guest towels for guests you want to leave. | 0negative
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wedgwood from china presentations
itold that the item would arrive in about four weeks from London UK around mid January 2012, came less than one after placing the order. was well wrapped and in perfect shape despite having the outer packaging soiled and in poor shape..very happy | 1positive
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Great Investment
Originally, I intended to purchase a Bodum 8 cup coffee press (with glass insert) to give my husband as a birthday gift. The customer service person/resident coffee expert at Bed Bath & Beyond who assisted me said, while the Bodum is nice, the glass inserts tend to break, and if I really wanted to get a nice press, to go with the insulated one; no risk of breaking glass and you get coffee that stays hot. And they didn't even carry the product there, but he told me to get one anyway! GOOD CHOICE! We don't have to be so careful in our handling, and the coffee stays nice and hot. If you are a coffee drinker, this is SO worth the investment, and if you are just stating out, just go for it now, because the way I see it is, you'll eventually end up here if you want hot coffee! | 1positive
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LEAKY CANISTERS
Contrary to most of the other reviews here, my canisters haven't cracked. That is because I have thrown them away before they received enough usage to crack. Approximately half of the canisters I purchased have leaked. I guess I will have to just stick with the bags. | 0negative
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