Cuisinart made my life easier- especially this convenient corn popper for microwaves. Easy to pop kernels and vented lid with handles..  I've had electric hot air poppers but they either were too small for the amount of kernels or the popcorn would fly out of the bowl scattering over the counter /floor. A convenience is the adjustable bowl. One advice once removing from microwave let the hot steam escape prior opening the lidand let it stand just enough to cool down. Enjoy!