I bought this dryer to replace my older model from 2008. So far I am enjoying it, and I hope that it will be as reliable as the original model. I have not gotten to try the steam functions yet, because the folks I ordered it from did not realize that they needed to order the kit separately to go with it. I need to check to see if they ordered it for me after the fact, and once it comes, I am not sure how we will get it installed at this point, but I am looking forward to seeing how well the steam function works. Will update my review once I find out.