When I first got this several months ago, I made it so complicated on myself that I just left it on the counter feeling utterly defeated.I finally just plugged it in & went for it. It is so intuitive that it really is a joy to use. At 4:00 p.m. I browned 4 short ribs, deglazed w/ wine, etc., sealed the lid, put it on "meat"; pushed start, & had dinner @ 4:45! The flavors stay in it rather than evaporating making food taste so much better than stove or oven cooking. Even slow cookers don't hold on to all the flavors like the pressure cooker. Big artichokes in 4 minutes (need build-up & cool-down time). Lemon curd in barely tightened little jars; wine-poached pears: amazing flavors & textures. The Service @ Breville is the best I've had in years: prompt answer & response @ once. Obviously, I'm a fan.