The skillet is great, I am satisfied with the construction and the power, however it has a major flaw/ The heat is not consistent. You choose the temperature you want, for example 350 degrees. Once the skillet reaches your desired temperature, it shuts itself off, until the temperature lowers enough below desired temp, and it turns on again. Two modes. On and off. Much like an oven. This becomes frustrating if you are trying to cook with precision. All in all, it's valuable for the price, but not a perfect substitute for a hotplate and pan. It was designed to be used as you would a roasting pan in an oven. (This review was collected as part of a promotion.)