I had a PoweXL and the Cuisinart is so quiet. The temperature must be higher and gets the food done quicker. I have it for a month and Since I am getting used to it, I stay close to make sure the food doesn’t burn. So far I have used it for frozen pizza, chicken nuggets and to grill my chicken breast. My concern is to keep it clean inside So far, it’s been easy. The trays are getting discolored or stained. I am using aluminum foil and maybe if they get worse buying new ones. Other than that, very please.