I have one of the older style Foreman grills that does not have the slim profile. This one definitely takes up less room and stands up nicely in my cupboard. We are vegetarian so only use it for cooking veggie burgers and making sandwiches. The fat collecting tray is not super necessary and I don't usually attach it. I like that it is removable so I don't have to worry about it being in the way. I wish the grill plates themselves were removable to make it easier to wash. I have found the best way to clean it is just with a paper towel and wipe it over and over and over again. It is a good size for doing two veggie burger patties at once and I do like the little lines that it gets as if they were outside on the grill. Much more time and cost effective than actually getting some charcoal going, especially if I'm making a veggie burger.