This is our second Blackstone Griddle.  The new placement of the drip pan and the grease slot make things less messy.  They've also added a paper towel holder and a removable cutting board to make griddle side work simpler.  Finally, the solid griddle cover is the best finishing touch.  No more bulky cover to place after use.  Same quality as before, just works better.  We'll be using it alot this summer.