This is my absolute favorite kitchen appliance. I don't have to go outside and freeze when I want grilled food - I can make it on my countertop! The grill plates are easy to remove and they clean up like a dream! Just pop them in the dishwasher and they're ready to roll again! I love this grill so much that I sent one to my best friend as a birthday gift. She loves it, too, and uses it all the time!