I feel like I purchased a brand new car. This is the BEST rice maker I have ever had. It is large and heavy, really makes a statement. I absolutely love it. Oh, and the rice is perfect every time, not brown crust as with other, less expensive rice cookers. I have yet to try baking a cake in it, but am intrigued., Highly recommend this item, it even plays a nice little song when starting up and finishing, just like my top of the line washer/dryer.