I originally purchased these 5 years ago, but last year my stuff went into storage and unfortunately the batteries leaked, so I’ve just purchased the latest model. In comparison the newer model is slightly more bulky and has a light. The only downside I can find is that the older ones had a little lid for the bottom and I found this very useful as they do tend to leak when stationary in the cupboard. Whilst they do take a lot of batteries, they do last quite a while and I would recommend using rechargeable ones. Other than the lack of lid, they are easy to use and make an attractive addition to the dinner table. My mum has even bought a set now!  I have used Morphy Richards products for years and they are of good quality. Whenever I’ve had an issue their customer service is excellent, which is an important aspect of buying a product for me. [This review was collected as part of a promotion.]