I'm a consumer who buys by the process of elimination so I research before parting with my money. I bought an Omega 800 juicer a few year's back for myself and then 4 more for my family and friends. I'm impressed with the design, function ability, durability & ease of cleaning. It must have been designed by a woman! ha I highly recommend this product. Also recommend using some of the pulp for cake mixes, soups, sauces, etc.. Buying another tomorrow as a gift for a client. One of the plastic pieces got into my garbage disposal and it didn't even damage it.