We received a Stir Crazy for Christmas. This was our 5th Stir Crazy and we are very disappointed with it. The newest model does not seem to heat enough or throughout the entire base, thus, leaving many unpopped kernels. After almost six months of frustration, we have ordered and received the old style Stir Crazy. We always had great results with the old style and are hoping this new, old model popper will do the same. FYI--This is the first time I have every left a bad review. That should indicate how disappointed I am.