Great popcorn popper. It will blow the top off using Orville Redenbacher's original gourmet popcorn.
I used the 3 TBS Canola oil and 1/2 cup popcorn., and it pushed the cover up. I think I will cut back a little from 1/2 cup.
It was great.
The popper is a little pricey, but it is the best popper.