We primarily bought this as a panini maker. It works great. It's easy to set up for function, temperature and time. The temp settings in their recipes work well broadly so excellent results. It's very easy to maintain as well as the plates are dishwasher friendly. It turned out pancakes fast for breakfast. Have not yet used the grill for burgers or meat but looking forward to doing that. We live in an apartment so a large dedicated grill isn't really an option and this works great. I would recommend buying this.