This fryer exceeded my expectations. Used it this thanksgiving for a 19 lb Turkey. It fit perfectly in the basket. It was hands down the best turkey we have ever had. All I did was wash the Turkey pat it dry, season it and inject it with butter. It was the juiciest Turkey ever. I have brined turkeys before and this was even better. It is very reasonably priced. Easy to clean up. One of the best purchases I have made in a long time.