Bought it Aug. 15, 2017.  WOW! What a deal, (so far).  I use it 2 or3 times a week and we'll wait to see how long it'll keep up?  Have only used it for plain waffles,  so no comments on results of "filled" waffles.   Very easy to clean.  Heats up for use in just a few minutes.  A noticeable flaw:  the top colors unevenly, but the bottom is perfectly golden for a presentation side.