The first time I used this waffle maker the hinge pin on the left side broke. I could still cook with it, so I kept it. The second time using the waffle maker was uneventful. The third time I used the waffle maker the hinge pin on the right side broke.

The unit will still cook waffles, but I am not very confident on using it. If the hinge was made that cheaply, what are the electronics like?

I guess you get what you pay for.