After suffering with another brand for 7 years, I couldn't face another problem on Thanksgiving.  Our old Kitchenaid was a problem from day one. It would turn off on it's  own, knobs to hot to touch, insulation was nonexistent.  7 service calls with no results.
  The Cafe is a dream. Our meals are cooked on time. The knobs are not hot. I don't have to open windows or turn on my AC in the winter when it's 28 degrees out. 
  We couldn't be happier. It's simple to use. Elegant looking. And cooks like a dream.