We've had this for over a month now and it works very well.  I am a bit concerned about the numbering system.  In order to toast a piece of sliced sourdough bread so it has some brown on it, I have to put the toast guide to number "6".  It does a very consistent job on both sides at this level.  However, it only goes up to "7" and I'm afraid it may lose some of its toasting ability as time goes on and I may have to put it all the way up to "7" to achieve the same results.  Too soon to tell.  
It does bagels and English muffins very well on the same setting (bagel).
I read reviews that it makes a high pitched noise when plugged in but mine does not at all.  It is nice to know when your toast is going to be done by watching the progress bars in the window.