Our old 1000W microwave started flaming so it was time for a new one. This one was a little bigger but it does a nice job. It cooks a little faster even with water. I do like that the light comes on when you open the door, which doesn't happen in some cheaper models. We have a dark kitchen and that was a necessity. I like all the buttons and the stainless finish. The directions were sparse so I can't quite figure out the reheat mode even looking inside the door. Other than that we've had it 6 weeks and are very happy!