i received this and was thinking I wouldnt use it for too much except  for apple season ( i have apple trees) to make apple sauce. i was wrong. i used the slicing function to make home made home fries and hash browns.it was very easy and it also washed out easily.  i like the cord keeper on the bottom. another great feature is the feet are suction cups! so no sliding around! this has only been here a week and has earned a spot on my counter top!