My wife and I were tired of using a charcoal or propane grill. The charcoal grill was too messy, and we hated replacing the propane in the gas grill. This electric grill ended up being the perfect solution. The quality of the grill is excellent. You can tell it is well made and a sturdy unit. I was pleasantly surprised by how quickly the grill heats up and cooks the food. You can set the temperature high, and it maintains a steady heat while cooking. The grill is easy to clean and is better than any propane or charcoal grill I owned previously.