Question: What is it good for?

I bought this crock pot for my wife when I saw the TV commercial with the locking lid. That part is very cool. However, I didn't look much closer. This crock pot doesn't have any whistles or bells. There's just a knob with three temperature settings. I suppose that's all that matters though.I like the size and quality of this cooker. The crockery insert is well made and seems very durable.The locking lid is really a nice touch. It's really convenient for taking hot dishes to work or other events. You need to be careful to seat the lid just right before you latch it. Give it a slight twist back and forth to make sure it's straight. Then after you secure both latches, try to twist the lid again. If it moves much, unfasten the latches and make sure the seal is clean and then latch it again. The lid has a nice seal that should prevent leakage when it's latched.Just remember not to over-fill it. It's human nature to over-fill a crock pot. You just keep adding ingredients until nothing more will fit. Try to resist this temptation, especially if you're taking the pot "to go".And if mobility really is important to you, check out thisCrock-Pot SCBAG Travel Bag for 7-Quart Slow Cookers, Black.

Answer: taking hot dishes to work or other events

I bought this crock pot for my wife when I saw the TV commercial with the locking lid. That part is very cool. However, I didn't look much closer. This crock pot doesn't have any whistles or bells. There's just a knob with three temperature settings. I suppose that's all that matters though. I like the size and quality of this cooker. The crockery insert is well made and seems very durable. The locking lid is really a nice touch. <hl> It's really convenient for taking hot dishes to work or other events . <hl> You need to be careful to seat the lid just right before you latch it. Give it a slight twist back and forth to make sure it's straight. Then after you secure both latches, try to twist the lid again. If it moves much, unfasten the latches and make sure the seal is clean and then latch it again. The lid has a nice seal that should prevent leakage when it's latched. Just remember not to over-fill it. It's human nature to over-fill a crock pot. You just keep adding ingredients until nothing more will fit. Try to resist this temptation, especially if you're taking the pot "to go". And if mobility really is important to you, check out thisCrock-Pot SCBAG Travel Bag for 7-Quart Slow Cookers, Black.

I bought this crock pot for my wife when I saw the TV commercial with the locking lid. That part is very cool. However, I didn't look much closer. This crock pot doesn't have any whistles or bells. There's just a knob with three temperature settings. I suppose that's all that matters though.I like the size and quality of this cooker. The crockery insert is well made and seems very durable.The locking lid is really a nice touch. It's really convenient for <hl> taking hot dishes to work or other events <hl>. You need to be careful to seat the lid just right before you latch it. Give it a slight twist back and forth to make sure it's straight. Then after you secure both latches, try to twist the lid again. If it moves much, unfasten the latches and make sure the seal is clean and then latch it again. The lid has a nice seal that should prevent leakage when it's latched.Just remember not to over-fill it. It's human nature to over-fill a crock pot. You just keep adding ingredients until nothing more will fit. Try to resist this temptation, especially if you're taking the pot "to go".And if mobility really is important to you, check out thisCrock-Pot SCBAG Travel Bag for 7-Quart Slow Cookers, Black.

It's really convenient for <hl> taking hot dishes to work or other events <hl> .


Question: Where do they dump the coffee grounds?

Yes, it's small, we knew that when we bought it so I'm not complaining about the product description. I guess I didn't anticipate how difficult it would be to transfer the grounds into the espresso thingy. I don't really have a small enough spoon to get in the grinder basin so I try to just grind a perfect amount and then carefully dump it into the press. It always makes quite a mess on the counter but I haven't looked for another product because this one does it's job of grinding beautiful aromatic coffee so well!

Answer: into the press

Yes, it's small, we knew that when we bought it so I'm not complaining about the product description. I guess I didn't anticipate how difficult it would be to transfer the grounds into the espresso thingy. I don't really have a small enough spoon to get in the grinder basin <hl> so I try to just grind a perfect amount and then carefully dump it into the press . <hl> It always makes quite a mess on the counter but I haven't looked for another product because this one does it's job of grinding beautiful aromatic coffee so well!

Yes, it's small, we knew that when we bought it so I'm not complaining about the product description. I guess I didn't anticipate how difficult it would be to transfer the grounds into the espresso thingy. I don't really have a small enough spoon to get in the grinder basin so I try to just grind a perfect amount and then carefully dump it <hl> into the press <hl>. It always makes quite a mess on the counter but I haven't looked for another product because this one does it's job of grinding beautiful aromatic coffee so well!

so I try to just grind a perfect amount and then carefully dump it <hl> into the press <hl> .


Question: How is the price in comparison?

Good suction, plenty of accessories and reasonably light weight. I'm not going to pretend that it makes vacuuming the house any more pleasurable but it is definitely a lot easier than wrestling with the Dyson, which got nicknamed "The Beast" soon after its arrival. It is also delightful to have a bagged vacuum again that allows me to vacuum the entire house multiple times without having to empty the bag, unlike the Dyson which had to be emptied three times for one cleaning. (I do have three Rottweilers, so we don't lack for hair on the floor). As some others have said, the cord is a trifle short but luckily, I have an abundance of outlets and if that's its biggest flaw, I can't complain too much. I think the price is quite reasonable considering all that you get.

Answer: the price is quite reasonable considering all that you get

Good suction, plenty of accessories and reasonably light weight. I'm not going to pretend that it makes vacuuming the house any more pleasurable but it is definitely a lot easier than wrestling with the Dyson, which got nicknamed "The Beast" soon after its arrival. It is also delightful to have a bagged vacuum again that allows me to vacuum the entire house multiple times without having to empty the bag, unlike the Dyson which had to be emptied three times for one cleaning. (I do have three Rottweilers, so we don't lack for hair on the floor). As some others have said, the cord is a trifle short but luckily, I have an abundance of outlets and if that's its biggest flaw, I can't complain too much. <hl> I think the price is quite reasonable considering all that you get . <hl>

Good suction, plenty of accessories and reasonably light weight. I'm not going to pretend that it makes vacuuming the house any more pleasurable but it is definitely a lot easier than wrestling with the Dyson, which got nicknamed "The Beast" soon after its arrival. It is also delightful to have a bagged vacuum again that allows me to vacuum the entire house multiple times without having to empty the bag, unlike the Dyson which had to be emptied three times for one cleaning. (I do have three Rottweilers, so we don't lack for hair on the floor). As some others have said, the cord is a trifle short but luckily, I have an abundance of outlets and if that's its biggest flaw, I can't complain too much. I think <hl> the price is quite reasonable considering all that you get <hl>.

I think <hl> the price is quite reasonable considering all that you get <hl> .


Question: What color is the product?

As someone who's fond of making margaritas and Moscow mules, it's a lot easier when you have a citrus squeezer. I originally had one of those manual juicers with a jar under it to catch the juice, but it was just inefficient and quite messy.This has been a breeze to use and clean. AND as an unforeseen added bonus, the bright cheerful yellow color has made it extremely easy for my blind-as-a-bat boyfriend to find. Instead of standing in front of the open drawer yelling, "Where's the lemon juicer!".. he actually finds it himself.I would definitely recommend this to anyone who needs to juice limes or lemons regularly.

Answer: yellow

As someone who's fond of making margaritas and Moscow mules, it's a lot easier when you have a citrus squeezer. I originally had one of those manual juicers with a jar under it to catch the juice, but it was just inefficient and quite messy. This has been a breeze to use and clean. <hl> AND as an unforeseen added bonus, the bright cheerful yellow color has made it extremely easy for my blind-as-a-bat boyfriend to find. <hl> Instead of standing in front of the open drawer yelling, "Where's the lemon juicer!".. he actually finds it himself. I would definitely recommend this to anyone who needs to juice limes or lemons regularly.

As someone who's fond of making margaritas and Moscow mules, it's a lot easier when you have a citrus squeezer. I originally had one of those manual juicers with a jar under it to catch the juice, but it was just inefficient and quite messy.This has been a breeze to use and clean. AND as an unforeseen added bonus, the bright cheerful <hl> yellow <hl> color has made it extremely easy for my blind-as-a-bat boyfriend to find. Instead of standing in front of the open drawer yelling, "Where's the lemon juicer!".. he actually finds it himself.I would definitely recommend this to anyone who needs to juice limes or lemons regularly.


Question: How was Amazon customer service?

Amazon customer service was excellent, as I had to return the first Braun due to excessive beater wobble and a funky motor, but a replacement was sent immediately. Unfortunately the new Braun wasn't too much better....the beaters still have considerable wobble and the motor still sounds like a very small model airplane. I have to say that Braun seems to be just one more company that is suffering from a bad case of quality slippage. However, the mixer works and no bits and pieces have gone flying off across the kitchen, so things could be worse. Will I buy Braun again...no.

Answer: excellent

<hl> Amazon customer service was excellent , as I had to return the first Braun due to excessive beater wobble and a funky motor, but a replacement was sent immediately. <hl> Unfortunately the new Braun wasn't too much better.... the beaters still have considerable wobble and the motor still sounds like a very small model airplane. I have to say that Braun seems to be just one more company that is suffering from a bad case of quality slippage. However, the mixer works and no bits and pieces have gone flying off across the kitchen, so things could be worse. Will I buy Braun again...no.

Amazon customer service was <hl> excellent <hl>, as I had to return the first Braun due to excessive beater wobble and a funky motor, but a replacement was sent immediately. Unfortunately the new Braun wasn't too much better....the beaters still have considerable wobble and the motor still sounds like a very small model airplane. I have to say that Braun seems to be just one more company that is suffering from a bad case of quality slippage. However, the mixer works and no bits and pieces have gone flying off across the kitchen, so things could be worse. Will I buy Braun again...no.

Amazon customer service was <hl> excellent <hl> , as I had to return the first Braun due to excessive beater wobble and a funky motor, but a replacement was sent immediately.


Question: How was the install?

Looked at a lot of wall-mount pot racks, found several that I liked. My husband wanted one with some wood, so settled on this one. It was very easy to install as the placement of the wall brackets along the length of the track are adjustable, so you can make sure you're getting the brackets into wall studs. The slatted rack/shelf on top is nice, wish it were a little bit wider - the larger lids have to stand upright/lean against the wall and can't be laid on the shelf. Also, the shelf is not attached to the rest of the rack. I don't think it's going to go anywhere. May put some cookbooks up there as well. Overall very pleased with this pot rack, fills the space that I was having trouble finding artwork for, plus gives us more storage for our nicer pans.

Answer: very easy

Looked at a lot of wall-mount pot racks, found several that I liked. My husband wanted one with some wood, so settled on this one. <hl> It was very easy to install as the placement of the wall brackets along the length of the track are adjustable, so you can make sure you're getting the brackets into wall studs. <hl> The slatted rack/shelf on top is nice, wish it were a little bit wider - the larger lids have to stand upright/lean against the wall and can't be laid on the shelf. Also, the shelf is not attached to the rest of the rack. I don't think it's going to go anywhere. May put some cookbooks up there as well. Overall very pleased with this pot rack, fills the space that I was having trouble finding artwork for, plus gives us more storage for our nicer pans.

Looked at a lot of wall-mount pot racks, found several that I liked. My husband wanted one with some wood, so settled on this one. It was <hl> very easy <hl> to install as the placement of the wall brackets along the length of the track are adjustable, so you can make sure you're getting the brackets into wall studs. The slatted rack/shelf on top is nice, wish it were a little bit wider - the larger lids have to stand upright/lean against the wall and can't be laid on the shelf. Also, the shelf is not attached to the rest of the rack. I don't think it's going to go anywhere. May put some cookbooks up there as well. Overall very pleased with this pot rack, fills the space that I was having trouble finding artwork for, plus gives us more storage for our nicer pans.


Question: What items take up space on the shelves?

I ordered two of thee and so glad that I did. These are basically the plastic storage with zipper that blankets normally come in at the store. However, these are quite large and just perfect for what I wanted. I have a bedding set which includes a ton of decorative pillows along with two king sized decorative pillows. Since this is the bed we sleep in nightly, taking the pillows off and on has been a real hassle. There's no where to put all these pillows. Plus we have dogs and I have to put them where the dogs can't get to them. Finally, I said screw it and no longer put all the pillows on the bed every morning. This solved my problem. I was able to get all the smaller pillows (a ton of them) into one box, and the two king sized sham pillows in another box. These were large enough that I could have almost put all the pillows in one box/bag. Now I can store my pillows without worrying about them ever spilling out all over the place or worrying about keeping them clean in these two boxes, which fit perfectly one on top of the other in my walk-in closet on the floor underneath the shelving and rods. Perfectly out of the way, yet easy to grab if someone is coming that I want to impress.I'm going to order some more. There are lot of blankets and pillows hanging around in closets that could all be put in one of these and either shelved or stacked along the floor of your closet. I have a lot of purses that take up shelf room. I'm going to put them all in one of these bags. I have a lot of winter gear... hats, scarves, gloves and jackets that I'm going to gather together, take off of hangers and store in here. I usually stick with the same ones and I will leave them out. And, just store those things rarely used and put the bag at the bottom of the coat closet for more room. Since they're clear, it's easy to see what you want right away. I would not recommend these for very heavy items, or items with sharp corners. I'm also going to use one in the car for the items I put in the back end of my suv... like an extra set of clothes, a couple of pillows, a couple of blankets and emergency supplies. I have a ton of shoes too and I'm going to put about 20 pairs of athletic type shoes in one side, boots, and thongs and sandals and put those on the floor too. Will look nicely arranged along the floor/wall. So, these are great for a lot of things tumbling around in your car or closet. I love these for lite storage.

Answer: purses

I ordered two of thee and so glad that I did. These are basically the plastic storage with zipper that blankets normally come in at the store. However, these are quite large and just perfect for what I wanted. I have a bedding set which includes a ton of decorative pillows along with two king sized decorative pillows. Since this is the bed we sleep in nightly, taking the pillows off and on has been a real hassle. There's no where to put all these pillows. Plus we have dogs and I have to put them where the dogs can't get to them. Finally, I said screw it and no longer put all the pillows on the bed every morning. This solved my problem. I was able to get all the smaller pillows (a ton of them) into one box, and the two king sized sham pillows in another box. These were large enough that I could have almost put all the pillows in one box/bag. Now I can store my pillows without worrying about them ever spilling out all over the place or worrying about keeping them clean in these two boxes, which fit perfectly one on top of the other in my walk-in closet on the floor underneath the shelving and rods. Perfectly out of the way, yet easy to grab if someone is coming that I want to impress. I'm going to order some more. There are lot of blankets and pillows hanging around in closets that could all be put in one of these and either shelved or stacked along the floor of your closet. <hl> I have a lot of purses that take up shelf room. <hl> I'm going to put them all in one of these bags. I have a lot of winter gear... hats, scarves, gloves and jackets that I'm going to gather together, take off of hangers and store in here. I usually stick with the same ones and I will leave them out. And, just store those things rarely used and put the bag at the bottom of the coat closet for more room. Since they're clear, it's easy to see what you want right away. I would not recommend these for very heavy items, or items with sharp corners. I'm also going to use one in the car for the items I put in the back end of my suv... like an extra set of clothes, a couple of pillows, a couple of blankets and emergency supplies. I have a ton of shoes too and I'm going to put about 20 pairs of athletic type shoes in one side, boots, and thongs and sandals and put those on the floor too. Will look nicely arranged along the floor/wall. So, these are great for a lot of things tumbling around in your car or closet. I love these for lite storage.

I ordered two of thee and so glad that I did. These are basically the plastic storage with zipper that blankets normally come in at the store. However, these are quite large and just perfect for what I wanted. I have a bedding set which includes a ton of decorative pillows along with two king sized decorative pillows. Since this is the bed we sleep in nightly, taking the pillows off and on has been a real hassle. There's no where to put all these pillows. Plus we have dogs and I have to put them where the dogs can't get to them. Finally, I said screw it and no longer put all the pillows on the bed every morning. This solved my problem. I was able to get all the smaller pillows (a ton of them) into one box, and the two king sized sham pillows in another box. These were large enough that I could have almost put all the pillows in one box/bag. Now I can store my pillows without worrying about them ever spilling out all over the place or worrying about keeping them clean in these two boxes, which fit perfectly one on top of the other in my walk-in closet on the floor underneath the shelving and rods. Perfectly out of the way, yet easy to grab if someone is coming that I want to impress.I'm going to order some more. There are lot of blankets and pillows hanging around in closets that could all be put in one of these and either shelved or stacked along the floor of your closet. I have a lot of <hl> purses <hl> that take up shelf room. I'm going to put them all in one of these bags. I have a lot of winter gear... hats, scarves, gloves and jackets that I'm going to gather together, take off of hangers and store in here. I usually stick with the same ones and I will leave them out. And, just store those things rarely used and put the bag at the bottom of the coat closet for more room. Since they're clear, it's easy to see what you want right away. I would not recommend these for very heavy items, or items with sharp corners. I'm also going to use one in the car for the items I put in the back end of my suv... like an extra set of clothes, a couple of pillows, a couple of blankets and emergency supplies. I have a ton of shoes too and I'm going to put about 20 pairs of athletic type shoes in one side, boots, and thongs and sandals and put those on the floor too. Will look nicely arranged along the floor/wall. So, these are great for a lot of things tumbling around in your car or closet. I love these for lite storage.


Question: What does the writer like to make with the product?

These are a great way to be creative with summer snacking. I like to puree up whatever sweet fruits are in season and make pops out of them. Watermelon pops are amazingly refreshing on a hot humid day.I also lile to use fresh fruit juice of any flavor, raspberry lime is a favorite. Clean up is a breeze which is awesome. And the nicest part is that I control what goes in. As a matter of fact...I can go all out, which I believe I will, and make some Margarita and Daquiri Pops, ice pops aren't just for kids you know :-)I am editing this on 06/24/13 to add:One of the nicer things about this freezer pop making set is, the lids. I know that doesn't sound like such a big deal, but I have the old fashioned Icepop kit, and while it is okay(when the pop comes out on the stick) you have to keep the whole thing in the freezer til they are all consumed or transfer everything to a freezer bag. Again, not really a big deal, but I am not a fan of there being extra steps and more work for me. These molds, once frozen, are self contained and can just be put in any space in your freezer. I love that convenience...plus no stick to worry about.

Answer: puree up whatever sweet fruits are in season and make pops out of them

These are a great way to be creative with summer snacking. <hl> I like to puree up whatever sweet fruits are in season and make pops out of them . <hl> Watermelon pops are amazingly refreshing on a hot humid day. I also lile to use fresh fruit juice of any flavor, raspberry lime is a favorite. Clean up is a breeze which is awesome. And the nicest part is that I control what goes in. As a matter of fact...I can go all out, which I believe I will, and make some Margarita and Daquiri Pops, ice pops aren't just for kids you know :-)I am editing this on 06/24/13 to add:One of the nicer things about this freezer pop making set is, the lids. I know that doesn't sound like such a big deal, but I have the old fashioned Icepop kit, and while it is okay(when the pop comes out on the stick) you have to keep the whole thing in the freezer til they are all consumed or transfer everything to a freezer bag. Again, not really a big deal, but I am not a fan of there being extra steps and more work for me. These molds, once frozen, are self contained and can just be put in any space in your freezer. I love that convenience...plus no stick to worry about.

These are a great way to be creative with summer snacking. I like to <hl> puree up whatever sweet fruits are in season and make pops out of them <hl>. Watermelon pops are amazingly refreshing on a hot humid day.I also lile to use fresh fruit juice of any flavor, raspberry lime is a favorite. Clean up is a breeze which is awesome. And the nicest part is that I control what goes in. As a matter of fact...I can go all out, which I believe I will, and make some Margarita and Daquiri Pops, ice pops aren't just for kids you know :-)I am editing this on 06/24/13 to add:One of the nicer things about this freezer pop making set is, the lids. I know that doesn't sound like such a big deal, but I have the old fashioned Icepop kit, and while it is okay(when the pop comes out on the stick) you have to keep the whole thing in the freezer til they are all consumed or transfer everything to a freezer bag. Again, not really a big deal, but I am not a fan of there being extra steps and more work for me. These molds, once frozen, are self contained and can just be put in any space in your freezer. I love that convenience...plus no stick to worry about.

I like to <hl> puree up whatever sweet fruits are in season and make pops out of them <hl> .


Question: What was wrong with the grind size?

I used this product for a few months, then experienced the same problem many other reviewers faced with the grinding bowl getting stuck in the unit. I gave up on it and put it in the cupboard, intending to contact Cuisinart about it and get it replaced under warranty. I went back to grinding my coffee at the supermarket (sacrilege, I know).About a week ago, I picked up a bag of whole bean coffee and decided to give this thing another go. Miraculously, the grinding bowl came free with ease. I used it for about a week and then, sure enough, the grinding bowl is stuck again.I've had enough - I'm totally done with this grinder. And now that I think about it, it never did a great job with the beans. The grind size was always inconsistent, no matter how many beans I put in the grinding bowl. Also, getting the cord back into the unit is a pain.The only positive thing I can say about this is that it LOOKS great. If all you're looking for is a conversation piece, by all means buy this... but if you want to grind coffee beans, buy something else.

Answer: inconsistent

I used this product for a few months, then experienced the same problem many other reviewers faced with the grinding bowl getting stuck in the unit. I gave up on it and put it in the cupboard, intending to contact Cuisinart about it and get it replaced under warranty. I went back to grinding my coffee at the supermarket (sacrilege, I know).About a week ago, I picked up a bag of whole bean coffee and decided to give this thing another go. Miraculously, the grinding bowl came free with ease. I used it for about a week and then, sure enough, the grinding bowl is stuck again. I've had enough - I'm totally done with this grinder. And now that I think about it, it never did a great job with the beans. <hl> The grind size was always inconsistent , no matter how many beans I put in the grinding bowl. <hl> Also, getting the cord back into the unit is a pain. The only positive thing I can say about this is that it LOOKS great. If all you're looking for is a conversation piece, by all means buy this... but if you want to grind coffee beans, buy something else.

I used this product for a few months, then experienced the same problem many other reviewers faced with the grinding bowl getting stuck in the unit. I gave up on it and put it in the cupboard, intending to contact Cuisinart about it and get it replaced under warranty. I went back to grinding my coffee at the supermarket (sacrilege, I know).About a week ago, I picked up a bag of whole bean coffee and decided to give this thing another go. Miraculously, the grinding bowl came free with ease. I used it for about a week and then, sure enough, the grinding bowl is stuck again.I've had enough - I'm totally done with this grinder. And now that I think about it, it never did a great job with the beans. The grind size was always <hl> inconsistent <hl>, no matter how many beans I put in the grinding bowl. Also, getting the cord back into the unit is a pain.The only positive thing I can say about this is that it LOOKS great. If all you're looking for is a conversation piece, by all means buy this... but if you want to grind coffee beans, buy something else.

The grind size was always <hl> inconsistent <hl> , no matter how many beans I put in the grinding bowl.


Question: In what city does this reviewer live?

My wife and I had been using the ZeroWater pitcher for about a year until we recently purchased this dispenser. We've always been happy with the quality of the water from the ZeroWater filter, but this dispenser is a great improvement over the pitcher, even though it takes up more counter space. It holds more water in the reservoir, and we can get water from the dispenser even when the water in the reservoir has not finished filtering into the dispenser.ZeroWater produces water that tastes good, much better than bottled water, which has a plastic taste. I can't recommend it highly enough. In fact, I bought one for each of our children, so that they and our grandchildren would be drinking clean water.For those who complain that the filters don't last long enough, the quality of the water you put into the reservoir will affect how long the filter lasts. Here in Houston, with water that reads about 215-230, a filter lasts a little longer than one month. Even though the filters cost more than other brands, the quality of water justifies the price. Here's a product for which I can honestly say, you get what you pay for.Added 8.26.11: We have now used this dispenser for several months. I've bought a second one-- to use in my office. I've replaced several filters on the original without any problems (still on the original filter in the new unit), and neither shows problems some other users have complained of. Lately water in our part of Houston seems to have gotten dirtier, but the filtered water always tastes great.

Answer: Houston

My wife and I had been using the ZeroWater pitcher for about a year until we recently purchased this dispenser. We've always been happy with the quality of the water from the ZeroWater filter, but this dispenser is a great improvement over the pitcher, even though it takes up more counter space. It holds more water in the reservoir, and we can get water from the dispenser even when the water in the reservoir has not finished filtering into the dispenser. ZeroWater produces water that tastes good, much better than bottled water, which has a plastic taste. I can't recommend it highly enough. In fact, I bought one for each of our children, so that they and our grandchildren would be drinking clean water. For those who complain that the filters don't last long enough, the quality of the water you put into the reservoir will affect how long the filter lasts. <hl> Here in Houston , with water that reads about 215-230, a filter lasts a little longer than one month. <hl> Even though the filters cost more than other brands, the quality of water justifies the price. Here's a product for which I can honestly say, you get what you pay for. Added 8.26.11: We have now used this dispenser for several months. I've bought a second one-- to use in my office. I've replaced several filters on the original without any problems (still on the original filter in the new unit), and neither shows problems some other users have complained of. Lately water in our part of Houston seems to have gotten dirtier, but the filtered water always tastes great.

My wife and I had been using the ZeroWater pitcher for about a year until we recently purchased this dispenser. We've always been happy with the quality of the water from the ZeroWater filter, but this dispenser is a great improvement over the pitcher, even though it takes up more counter space. It holds more water in the reservoir, and we can get water from the dispenser even when the water in the reservoir has not finished filtering into the dispenser.ZeroWater produces water that tastes good, much better than bottled water, which has a plastic taste. I can't recommend it highly enough. In fact, I bought one for each of our children, so that they and our grandchildren would be drinking clean water.For those who complain that the filters don't last long enough, the quality of the water you put into the reservoir will affect how long the filter lasts. Here in <hl> Houston <hl>, with water that reads about 215-230, a filter lasts a little longer than one month. Even though the filters cost more than other brands, the quality of water justifies the price. Here's a product for which I can honestly say, you get what you pay for.Added 8.26.11: We have now used this dispenser for several months. I've bought a second one-- to use in my office. I've replaced several filters on the original without any problems (still on the original filter in the new unit), and neither shows problems some other users have complained of. Lately water in our part of Houston seems to have gotten dirtier, but the filtered water always tastes great.

Here in <hl> Houston <hl> , with water that reads about 215-230, a filter lasts a little longer than one month.


Question: On what surface have they found the Roomba ineffective?

This Roomba was a dream when we first got it, and for about the first year. 3 years in, it still works, but it is louder and requires more thorough cleaning. My husband has taken it apart and cleaned the inside out more deeply than is possible by simply opening the clean-out trap and brushes. I should also mention that we have only used our Roomba on the first floor where we have only laminate wood and tile. We tried on the carpet on our second floor but found that it did not clean well at all. With 2 cats and a labrador retrieves who sheds like crazy, the Roomba keeps dust bunnies and pet fur at bay between weekly vacuuming.

Answer: carpet

This Roomba was a dream when we first got it, and for about the first year. 3 years in, it still works, but it is louder and requires more thorough cleaning. My husband has taken it apart and cleaned the inside out more deeply than is possible by simply opening the clean-out trap and brushes. I should also mention that we have only used our Roomba on the first floor where we have only laminate wood and tile. <hl> We tried on the carpet on our second floor but found that it did not clean well at all. <hl> With 2 cats and a labrador retrieves who sheds like crazy, the Roomba keeps dust bunnies and pet fur at bay between weekly vacuuming.

This Roomba was a dream when we first got it, and for about the first year. 3 years in, it still works, but it is louder and requires more thorough cleaning. My husband has taken it apart and cleaned the inside out more deeply than is possible by simply opening the clean-out trap and brushes. I should also mention that we have only used our Roomba on the first floor where we have only laminate wood and tile. We tried on the <hl> carpet <hl> on our second floor but found that it did not clean well at all. With 2 cats and a labrador retrieves who sheds like crazy, the Roomba keeps dust bunnies and pet fur at bay between weekly vacuuming.


Question: Does it make cleaning easy?

I guess I'm just not as crazy about this muffin baker as these other folks. I got it at a great price, so figured, what the heck? But I don't find that it cooks the muffins as nicely as in the oven, the bottoms tend to be rather hard and I find the muffin comes out "denser" if you will than normally. But mostly, I think it's just a waste of another kitchen appliance that doesn't serve a heck of a lot of purpose. It's just not versatile enough for me and it's bigger than it looks in the picture! Quite large when you compare to the size of say, a 6-muffin tin. I suppose it will save on having to start your oven, and the muffins do cook faster and cleanup is quicker. I guess I just don't find the regular method all that much a hassle!

Answer: cleanup is quicker

I guess I'm just not as crazy about this muffin baker as these other folks. I got it at a great price, so figured, what the heck? But I don't find that it cooks the muffins as nicely as in the oven, the bottoms tend to be rather hard and I find the muffin comes out "denser" if you will than normally. But mostly, I think it's just a waste of another kitchen appliance that doesn't serve a heck of a lot of purpose. It's just not versatile enough for me and it's bigger than it looks in the picture! Quite large when you compare to the size of say, a 6-muffin tin. <hl> I suppose it will save on having to start your oven, and the muffins do cook faster and cleanup is quicker . <hl> I guess I just don't find the regular method all that much a hassle!

I guess I'm just not as crazy about this muffin baker as these other folks. I got it at a great price, so figured, what the heck? But I don't find that it cooks the muffins as nicely as in the oven, the bottoms tend to be rather hard and I find the muffin comes out "denser" if you will than normally. But mostly, I think it's just a waste of another kitchen appliance that doesn't serve a heck of a lot of purpose. It's just not versatile enough for me and it's bigger than it looks in the picture! Quite large when you compare to the size of say, a 6-muffin tin. I suppose it will save on having to start your oven, and the muffins do cook faster and <hl> cleanup is quicker <hl>. I guess I just don't find the regular method all that much a hassle!

I suppose it will save on having to start your oven, and the muffins do cook faster and <hl> cleanup is quicker <hl> .


Question: What does the reviewer love?

I love mason jars. I don't can any homemade jams or jellies or pickles, but I juice and then separate it into single servings in mason jars. When I'm ready to drink my juice lunch, I switch the flat disk part of the lid with Ecojarz Stainless Steel Drink Top for Small Mouth Canning Jars, put the band back on and voila, my mason jar is now a convenient to-go sippy cup (or I use the metal straw that comes with the Ecojarz) with my homemade juice or drink of choice. I recommend getting the Ball Color 6-Pack Lids and Bands, Blue to go with these. The aluminum lids are ok, but the blue version of them is gorgeous with these jars!

Answer: mason jars.

<hl> I love mason jars. I don't can any homemade jams or jellies or pickles, but I juice and then separate it into single servings in mason jars. <hl> When I'm ready to drink my juice lunch, I switch the flat disk part of the lid with Ecojarz Stainless Steel Drink Top for Small Mouth Canning Jars, put the band back on and voila, my mason jar is now a convenient to-go sippy cup (or I use the metal straw that comes with the Ecojarz) with my homemade juice or drink of choice. I recommend getting the Ball Color 6-Pack Lids and Bands, Blue to go with these. The aluminum lids are ok, but the blue version of them is gorgeous with these jars!

I love <hl> mason jars. <hl> I don't can any homemade jams or jellies or pickles, but I juice and then separate it into single servings in mason jars. When I'm ready to drink my juice lunch, I switch the flat disk part of the lid with Ecojarz Stainless Steel Drink Top for Small Mouth Canning Jars, put the band back on and voila, my mason jar is now a convenient to-go sippy cup (or I use the metal straw that comes with the Ecojarz) with my homemade juice or drink of choice. I recommend getting the Ball Color 6-Pack Lids and Bands, Blue to go with these. The aluminum lids are ok, but the blue version of them is gorgeous with these jars!


Question: What emotion does the author convey about owning these pans?

These are really nice non-stick pans. They are very attractive as well. I got the blue speckle and I think that is probably the most attractive color choice.Construction is really sturdy and they are suitable for whatever stove top surface you have according to the packaging. I don't think they are dishwasher safe though, as I saw nothing about that in the literature that came with the pans or online. If they were dishwasher safe I am almost certain they'd tout that.There isn't much more to say other than they work just like a frying pan should.The smaller pan is perfect for when I'm just cooking something small for me, the larger pan is great for the family. I am really thrilled to own these. They seem like they will last quite awhile with proper care, of course if my opinion changes I will update this review to match.

Answer: thrilled

I am really thrilled to own these.

These are really nice non-stick pans. They are very attractive as well. I got the blue speckle and I think that is probably the most attractive color choice. Construction is really sturdy and they are suitable for whatever stove top surface you have according to the packaging. I don't think they are dishwasher safe though, as I saw nothing about that in the literature that came with the pans or online. If they were dishwasher safe I am almost certain they'd tout that. There isn't much more to say other than they work just like a frying pan should. The smaller pan is perfect for when I'm just cooking something small for me, the larger pan is great for the family. <hl> I am really thrilled to own these. <hl> They seem like they will last quite awhile with proper care, of course if my opinion changes I will update this review to match.

These are really nice non-stick pans. They are very attractive as well. I got the blue speckle and I think that is probably the most attractive color choice.Construction is really sturdy and they are suitable for whatever stove top surface you have according to the packaging. I don't think they are dishwasher safe though, as I saw nothing about that in the literature that came with the pans or online. If they were dishwasher safe I am almost certain they'd tout that.There isn't much more to say other than they work just like a frying pan should.The smaller pan is perfect for when I'm just cooking something small for me, the larger pan is great for the family. I am really <hl> thrilled <hl> to own these. They seem like they will last quite awhile with proper care, of course if my opinion changes I will update this review to match.


Question: What should you include?

We are in love with our Roomba. The Roomba does as is promised. Much like all of the reviews we read before purchasing, we experience that the robot takes its own path appearing erratic; however, it cleans the entire floor. For large rooms (like our open floor plan living / dining kitchen) you should definitely use the included virtual wall. It works well. The first 3-4 times we used it, we just watched in awe as the Roomba cleaned our floor. You should definitely clean the brushes once a week or so, but that's an easy task compared to sweeping entire rooms. Roomba will also easily encourage you to keep your rooms tidy. it's much easier to concentrate on keeping big items off the floor than sweeping the entire floor daily. Roomba has taught us tidier habits and has keep our hardwoods grime free. We have several friends who have their Roombas on order!

Answer: virtual wall

We are in love with our Roomba. The Roomba does as is promised. Much like all of the reviews we read before purchasing, we experience that the robot takes its own path appearing erratic; however, it cleans the entire floor. <hl> For large rooms (like our open floor plan living / dining kitchen) you should definitely use the included virtual wall . <hl> It works well. The first 3-4 times we used it, we just watched in awe as the Roomba cleaned our floor. You should definitely clean the brushes once a week or so, but that's an easy task compared to sweeping entire rooms. Roomba will also easily encourage you to keep your rooms tidy. it's much easier to concentrate on keeping big items off the floor than sweeping the entire floor daily. Roomba has taught us tidier habits and has keep our hardwoods grime free. We have several friends who have their Roombas on order!

We are in love with our Roomba. The Roomba does as is promised. Much like all of the reviews we read before purchasing, we experience that the robot takes its own path appearing erratic; however, it cleans the entire floor. For large rooms (like our open floor plan living / dining kitchen) you should definitely use the included <hl> virtual wall <hl>. It works well. The first 3-4 times we used it, we just watched in awe as the Roomba cleaned our floor. You should definitely clean the brushes once a week or so, but that's an easy task compared to sweeping entire rooms. Roomba will also easily encourage you to keep your rooms tidy. it's much easier to concentrate on keeping big items off the floor than sweeping the entire floor daily. Roomba has taught us tidier habits and has keep our hardwoods grime free. We have several friends who have their Roombas on order!

For large rooms (like our open floor plan living / dining kitchen) you should definitely use the included <hl> virtual wall <hl> .


Question: What does the author wish for?

I bought two different sets of these containers and am posting the same review to each.I had a set of these that I received years and years ago for signing up for a free checking account at my local bank. That set was great-- held up to dishwasher/microwave/college student use and nested well (all containers were different sizes.)Over the years and several moves, I lost almost all of these containers (or their lids), so I recently decided to replace them.They're still the same great containers (now BPA free!), but I noticed that the containers that are the same size (share the same sized lid) don't nest. They just... stack. Not a HORRIBLE big deal, as you can create a sort of nesting system with the various sizes, but it would be more convenient to be able to nest same sized containers together.Regardless, I'm still glad I pitched the large majority of the patchwork collection of food storage containers I had amassed over the years and replaced them with these. I no longer need to worry about surprise wet papers/purses/lunchboxes or melting containers in the microwave. I just wish that these were more nest-friendly, to save on storage space and save the hassle of sorting through a stack of 3/4 containers to get the right sized one out or put it away.

Answer: nest-friendly

I bought two different sets of these containers and am posting the same review to each. I had a set of these that I received years and years ago for signing up for a free checking account at my local bank. That set was great-- held up to dishwasher/microwave/college student use and nested well (all containers were different sizes.)Over the years and several moves, I lost almost all of these containers (or their lids), so I recently decided to replace them. They're still the same great containers (now BPA free!), but I noticed that the containers that are the same size (share the same sized lid) don't nest. They just... stack. Not a HORRIBLE big deal, as you can create a sort of nesting system with the various sizes, but it would be more convenient to be able to nest same sized containers together. Regardless, I'm still glad I pitched the large majority of the patchwork collection of food storage containers I had amassed over the years and replaced them with these. I no longer need to worry about surprise wet papers/purses/lunchboxes or melting containers in the microwave. <hl> I just wish that these were more nest-friendly , to save on storage space and save the hassle of sorting through a stack of 3/4 containers to get the right sized one out or put it away. <hl>

I bought two different sets of these containers and am posting the same review to each.I had a set of these that I received years and years ago for signing up for a free checking account at my local bank. That set was great-- held up to dishwasher/microwave/college student use and nested well (all containers were different sizes.)Over the years and several moves, I lost almost all of these containers (or their lids), so I recently decided to replace them.They're still the same great containers (now BPA free!), but I noticed that the containers that are the same size (share the same sized lid) don't nest. They just... stack. Not a HORRIBLE big deal, as you can create a sort of nesting system with the various sizes, but it would be more convenient to be able to nest same sized containers together.Regardless, I'm still glad I pitched the large majority of the patchwork collection of food storage containers I had amassed over the years and replaced them with these. I no longer need to worry about surprise wet papers/purses/lunchboxes or melting containers in the microwave. I just wish that these were more <hl> nest-friendly <hl>, to save on storage space and save the hassle of sorting through a stack of 3/4 containers to get the right sized one out or put it away.

I just wish that these were more <hl> nest-friendly <hl> , to save on storage space and save the hassle of sorting through a stack of 3/4 containers to get the right sized one out or put it away.


Question: Is this better than regular popcorn?

This is such a fantastic gadget. Honestly, read the packets of your microwave popcorn. Then go a step further and count the calories in that made with oil. Sure you have your fiber, but you just don't need all that to get a favorite snack.Enter this one...It's small but is a workhorse when needed for a party, popping 18 cups of popcorn in under 3 minutes. But here is the kicker: You can eat TWO cups of popcorn for only 30 CALORIES AND NO CALORIES FROM FAT.Win!Nearly 90 percent less fat than regular popped popcorn.So how does it work? With hot air. That also means there is virtually no clean up after use.It is easiest enough to use that even kids can do it and it comes with a butter or margarine melter that is also a measuring cup.Very few kernals were left unpopped. I bought Bob's Red Mill popcorn to use with it because they focus on the natural and I wanted a totally healthy snack. ( I have no affiliation but use lots of their stuff.)It's a clean and beneficial snack in so many regards and it fills you up for hours. And, at this low calorie a snack, why wouldn't you love it?

Answer: 90 percent less fat than regular popped popcorn

This is such a fantastic gadget. Honestly, read the packets of your microwave popcorn. Then go a step further and count the calories in that made with oil. Sure you have your fiber, but you just don't need all that to get a favorite snack. Enter this one... It's small but is a workhorse when needed for a party, popping 18 cups of popcorn in under 3 minutes. <hl> But here is the kicker: You can eat TWO cups of popcorn for only 30 CALORIES AND NO CALORIES FROM FAT.Win!Nearly 90 percent less fat than regular popped popcorn .So <hl> how does it work? With hot air. That also means there is virtually no clean up after use. It is easiest enough to use that even kids can do it and it comes with a butter or margarine melter that is also a measuring cup. Very few kernals were left unpopped. I bought Bob's Red Mill popcorn to use with it because they focus on the natural and I wanted a totally healthy snack. ( I have no affiliation but use lots of their stuff.)It's a clean and beneficial snack in so many regards and it fills you up for hours. And, at this low calorie a snack, why wouldn't you love it?

This is such a fantastic gadget. Honestly, read the packets of your microwave popcorn. Then go a step further and count the calories in that made with oil. Sure you have your fiber, but you just don't need all that to get a favorite snack.Enter this one...It's small but is a workhorse when needed for a party, popping 18 cups of popcorn in under 3 minutes. But here is the kicker: You can eat TWO cups of popcorn for only 30 CALORIES AND NO CALORIES FROM FAT.Win!Nearly <hl> 90 percent less fat than regular popped popcorn <hl>.So how does it work? With hot air. That also means there is virtually no clean up after use.It is easiest enough to use that even kids can do it and it comes with a butter or margarine melter that is also a measuring cup.Very few kernals were left unpopped. I bought Bob's Red Mill popcorn to use with it because they focus on the natural and I wanted a totally healthy snack. ( I have no affiliation but use lots of their stuff.)It's a clean and beneficial snack in so many regards and it fills you up for hours. And, at this low calorie a snack, why wouldn't you love it?

But here is the kicker: You can eat TWO cups of popcorn for only 30 CALORIES AND NO CALORIES FROM FAT.Win!Nearly <hl> 90 percent less fat than regular popped popcorn <hl> .So


Question: What makes grease form on the top of the pot?

I bought this based on an America's Test Kitchen recommendation. I have another big, high-quality spoon bought at a restaurant-supply store many years ago, but this is the one I use most often. That slight angle of the handle really makes basting -- and scooping out grease from the top of a simmering homemade stock or stew, or bottom of the pan while browning something -- faster and easier. Nice to use as a serving spoon, too. It's well-balanced and has a quality feel to it that helps make cooking a pleasure.

Answer: simmering homemade stock or stew

I bought this based on an America's Test Kitchen recommendation. I have another big, high-quality spoon bought at a restaurant-supply store many years ago, but this is the one I use most often. <hl> That slight angle of the handle really makes basting -- and scooping out grease from the top of a simmering homemade stock or stew , or bottom of the pan while browning something -- faster and easier. <hl> Nice to use as a serving spoon, too. It's well-balanced and has a quality feel to it that helps make cooking a pleasure.

I bought this based on an America's Test Kitchen recommendation. I have another big, high-quality spoon bought at a restaurant-supply store many years ago, but this is the one I use most often. That slight angle of the handle really makes basting -- and scooping out grease from the top of a <hl> simmering homemade stock or stew <hl>, or bottom of the pan while browning something -- faster and easier. Nice to use as a serving spoon, too. It's well-balanced and has a quality feel to it that helps make cooking a pleasure.

That slight angle of the handle really makes basting -- and scooping out grease from the top of a <hl> simmering homemade stock or stew <hl> , or bottom of the pan while browning something -- faster and easier.


Question: What did the author receive a month ago?

I have had the Ozeri 8" Green Earth Frying Pan for a couple of months now, and received the matching lid about a month ago. Prior to having the lid, I was using the pan for scrambled eggs, omelets, and other cooking that I didn't need a lid for. When cooking chops, and putting it in the oven, I had to cover it with aluminum foil.Now that I have the lid I can cook ground beef, and onions, for a Shepherd's pie. I also use the pan for making my favorite dish, which is an Indian curry.The lid is tempered glass, and has a really neat vent area, for allowing the steam to come out. It is silver in color, the same as the rim of the lid, and has a hole in the middle, with 4 smaller ones around the outside of it. The lid fits perfecting into the Green Earth Frying Pan.Now when I am cooking my pork chops, I can sear then in the pan, and transfer the pan, and lid, into the oven. As long as I keep the temperature down to 392 F or below, it is ovenproof. I normally cook my chops at 325 F.When using the lid, the black handle/knob, which is on the top, stays cool, making for easy cooking.I can watch my food cooking through the clear glass lid. Before I would have to check my food, by taking off the lid, to ensure it didn't run dry.I always wash my pots and pans by hand. However, this lid is suitable to go into the dishwasher.I was sent the 8" Green Earth Frying Pan Lid, by Ozeri for my personal use. I was under no contract, or obligation to write a review, or to write a favorable one if I chose to write one.

Answer: the matching lid

<hl> I have had the Ozeri 8" Green Earth Frying Pan for a couple of months now, and received the matching lid about a month ago. <hl> Prior to having the lid, I was using the pan for scrambled eggs, omelets, and other cooking that I didn't need a lid for. When cooking chops, and putting it in the oven, I had to cover it with aluminum foil. Now that I have the lid I can cook ground beef, and onions, for a Shepherd's pie. I also use the pan for making my favorite dish, which is an Indian curry. The lid is tempered glass, and has a really neat vent area, for allowing the steam to come out. It is silver in color, the same as the rim of the lid, and has a hole in the middle, with 4 smaller ones around the outside of it. The lid fits perfecting into the Green Earth Frying Pan. Now when I am cooking my pork chops, I can sear then in the pan, and transfer the pan, and lid, into the oven. As long as I keep the temperature down to 392 F or below, it is ovenproof. I normally cook my chops at 325 F.When using the lid, the black handle/knob, which is on the top, stays cool, making for easy cooking. I can watch my food cooking through the clear glass lid. Before I would have to check my food, by taking off the lid, to ensure it didn't run dry. I always wash my pots and pans by hand. However, this lid is suitable to go into the dishwasher. I was sent the 8" Green Earth Frying Pan Lid, by Ozeri for my personal use. I was under no contract, or obligation to write a review, or to write a favorable one if I chose to write one.

I have had the Ozeri 8" Green Earth Frying Pan for a couple of months now, and received <hl> the matching lid <hl> about a month ago. Prior to having the lid, I was using the pan for scrambled eggs, omelets, and other cooking that I didn't need a lid for. When cooking chops, and putting it in the oven, I had to cover it with aluminum foil.Now that I have the lid I can cook ground beef, and onions, for a Shepherd's pie. I also use the pan for making my favorite dish, which is an Indian curry.The lid is tempered glass, and has a really neat vent area, for allowing the steam to come out. It is silver in color, the same as the rim of the lid, and has a hole in the middle, with 4 smaller ones around the outside of it. The lid fits perfecting into the Green Earth Frying Pan.Now when I am cooking my pork chops, I can sear then in the pan, and transfer the pan, and lid, into the oven. As long as I keep the temperature down to 392 F or below, it is ovenproof. I normally cook my chops at 325 F.When using the lid, the black handle/knob, which is on the top, stays cool, making for easy cooking.I can watch my food cooking through the clear glass lid. Before I would have to check my food, by taking off the lid, to ensure it didn't run dry.I always wash my pots and pans by hand. However, this lid is suitable to go into the dishwasher.I was sent the 8" Green Earth Frying Pan Lid, by Ozeri for my personal use. I was under no contract, or obligation to write a review, or to write a favorable one if I chose to write one.


Question: Who does the writer not want to depend upon?

I bought this precision scale and calibration weight set specifically so that I could tell whether a clear round brilliant cut gemstone that I have was a real diamond or a synthetic diamond. I measured the diameter and depth of the stone with a caliper and then used a mathematical formula to determine what the gem SHOULD weigh if it were a diamond perfectly cut, which was a little over 1.97 carats. Then I used the scale to weigh the stone. It weighed 3.4 carats, meaning that it's cubic zirconia, which has a specific gravity much higher than that of a diamond.Oh well, at least I know for sure, instead of having to trust a jeweler to tell me the truth about it.By the way, this scale is quite small and light, can use several different units of measure, and arrived with batteries installed and ready for the calibration to be tested and the scale to be used.

Answer: a jeweler

I bought this precision scale and calibration weight set specifically so that I could tell whether a clear round brilliant cut gemstone that I have was a real diamond or a synthetic diamond. I measured the diameter and depth of the stone with a caliper and then used a mathematical formula to determine what the gem SHOULD weigh if it were a diamond perfectly cut, which was a little over 1.97 carats. Then I used the scale to weigh the stone. It weighed 3.4 carats, meaning that it's cubic zirconia, which has a specific gravity much higher than that of a diamond. <hl> Oh well, at least I know for sure, instead of having to trust a jeweler to tell me the truth about it. <hl> By the way, this scale is quite small and light, can use several different units of measure, and arrived with batteries installed and ready for the calibration to be tested and the scale to be used.

I bought this precision scale and calibration weight set specifically so that I could tell whether a clear round brilliant cut gemstone that I have was a real diamond or a synthetic diamond. I measured the diameter and depth of the stone with a caliper and then used a mathematical formula to determine what the gem SHOULD weigh if it were a diamond perfectly cut, which was a little over 1.97 carats. Then I used the scale to weigh the stone. It weighed 3.4 carats, meaning that it's cubic zirconia, which has a specific gravity much higher than that of a diamond.Oh well, at least I know for sure, instead of having to trust <hl> a jeweler <hl> to tell me the truth about it.By the way, this scale is quite small and light, can use several different units of measure, and arrived with batteries installed and ready for the calibration to be tested and the scale to be used.


Question: What brand of vacuum solved objections to bagless uprights?

I've been on a vacuum cleaner quest since my very fine Hoover canister vac died about a year ago. With four cats, and no lack of cat hair or cat puke, I do ask a lot of a vacuum cleaner.I had a bagless upright when those were first introduced and hated it because of how difficult it was to empty and clean out the container. I ended up having to interact with the dirt all over again, so had gone back to bagged canister vacs. This Bissell solved by objections to bagless uprights. The container is easy to carry through the house and empty without having to deal with the dirt and dust over again.Set up and assembly was quite fast and easy. On-board tool holders, and cord and hose wraps, are well placed and work well.The power switch being in an odd, inconvenient place is my only design objection.Very good, powerful suction. I'm extremely pleased and impressed with how much it is pulling up and getting. The hand tool for stairs also does a very good job.Didn't seem too heavy to me, had no problem lifting it step-by-step up the stairs.Very pleased and impressed.

Answer: This Bissell

I've been on a vacuum cleaner quest since my very fine Hoover canister vac died about a year ago. With four cats, and no lack of cat hair or cat puke, I do ask a lot of a vacuum cleaner. I had a bagless upright when those were first introduced and hated it because of how difficult it was to empty and clean out the container. I ended up having to interact with the dirt all over again, so had gone back to bagged canister vacs. <hl> This Bissell solved by objections to bagless uprights. <hl> The container is easy to carry through the house and empty without having to deal with the dirt and dust over again. Set up and assembly was quite fast and easy. On-board tool holders, and cord and hose wraps, are well placed and work well. The power switch being in an odd, inconvenient place is my only design objection. Very good, powerful suction. I'm extremely pleased and impressed with how much it is pulling up and getting. The hand tool for stairs also does a very good job. Didn't seem too heavy to me, had no problem lifting it step-by-step up the stairs. Very pleased and impressed.

I've been on a vacuum cleaner quest since my very fine Hoover canister vac died about a year ago. With four cats, and no lack of cat hair or cat puke, I do ask a lot of a vacuum cleaner.I had a bagless upright when those were first introduced and hated it because of how difficult it was to empty and clean out the container. I ended up having to interact with the dirt all over again, so had gone back to bagged canister vacs. <hl> This Bissell <hl> solved by objections to bagless uprights. The container is easy to carry through the house and empty without having to deal with the dirt and dust over again.Set up and assembly was quite fast and easy. On-board tool holders, and cord and hose wraps, are well placed and work well.The power switch being in an odd, inconvenient place is my only design objection.Very good, powerful suction. I'm extremely pleased and impressed with how much it is pulling up and getting. The hand tool for stairs also does a very good job.Didn't seem too heavy to me, had no problem lifting it step-by-step up the stairs.Very pleased and impressed.


Question: What is the brand?

I shopped for quite some time, trying to find the perfect breadmaker. I LOVE this Sunbeam model. It is too easy to use! The recipes that came with it are fantastic. I LOVE the quickbread option. Fresh bread from start to finish in 50 minutes! I made several loaves for family and they could not beleive how good it was and that it was home made! (I didn't mention it was my new breadmaker!) It has lots of different settings. I've used the dough option for making fresh dough for pizzas and rolls and artisan breads. I haven't had a bad loaf yet!I did get another breadmaker cookbook to go with it. It has more options for Italian bread, french bread, etc. This is a great product and I recommend it for easy and delcious home-made bread!

Answer: Sunbeam

I LOVE this Sunbeam model.

I shopped for quite some time, trying to find the perfect breadmaker. <hl> I LOVE this Sunbeam model. <hl> It is too easy to use! The recipes that came with it are fantastic. I LOVE the quickbread option. Fresh bread from start to finish in 50 minutes! I made several loaves for family and they could not beleive how good it was and that it was home made! (I didn't mention it was my new breadmaker!) It has lots of different settings. I've used the dough option for making fresh dough for pizzas and rolls and artisan breads. I haven't had a bad loaf yet!I did get another breadmaker cookbook to go with it. It has more options for Italian bread, french bread, etc. This is a great product and I recommend it for easy and delcious home-made bread!

I shopped for quite some time, trying to find the perfect breadmaker. I LOVE this <hl> Sunbeam <hl> model. It is too easy to use! The recipes that came with it are fantastic. I LOVE the quickbread option. Fresh bread from start to finish in 50 minutes! I made several loaves for family and they could not beleive how good it was and that it was home made! (I didn't mention it was my new breadmaker!) It has lots of different settings. I've used the dough option for making fresh dough for pizzas and rolls and artisan breads. I haven't had a bad loaf yet!I did get another breadmaker cookbook to go with it. It has more options for Italian bread, french bread, etc. This is a great product and I recommend it for easy and delcious home-made bread!


Question: what is a good feature that this mug has that helps when using it at your desk?

Bubba Keg really is the greatest jug you can get for keeping drinks cold. I try to drink lots of water, and the Bubba Keg keeps my ice frozen for hours. I fill it up with ice and water in the morning, and then refill it at lunch. The ice hardly melts and everything stays nice and cold. Another great attribute of this mug is that it does not sweat, so your desk stays dry if you're using it at work. This mug is definitely recommended!

Answer: it does not sweat

Bubba Keg really is the greatest jug you can get for keeping drinks cold. I try to drink lots of water, and the Bubba Keg keeps my ice frozen for hours. I fill it up with ice and water in the morning, and then refill it at lunch. The ice hardly melts and everything stays nice and cold. <hl> Another great attribute of this mug is that it does not sweat , so your desk stays dry if you're using it at work. <hl> This mug is definitely recommended!

Bubba Keg really is the greatest jug you can get for keeping drinks cold. I try to drink lots of water, and the Bubba Keg keeps my ice frozen for hours. I fill it up with ice and water in the morning, and then refill it at lunch. The ice hardly melts and everything stays nice and cold. Another great attribute of this mug is that <hl> it does not sweat <hl>, so your desk stays dry if you're using it at work. This mug is definitely recommended!

Another great attribute of this mug is that <hl> it does not sweat <hl> , so your desk stays dry if you're using it at work.


Question: What happened when used on the tile?

This is a great product! I use a Swiffer on my hard floors (tile and wood) once a week. However, the first time I used this, a day after using the Swiffer, the dirty water in the collection tank was black! The FloorMate made my hardwood floors look nice and shiny - better than I've seen them in a long time. On my tile, it cleaned a lot of dirt out of the grout; it didn't get it all, but it certainly made it easier to clean the little bit that was left. The unit does a nice job of sucking up all of the water/cleaning fluid from the floor; on the wood, it was completely dry after using, and on the more porous tile I have in my kitchen, it got most of it. Using the machine is simple - very similar to vacuuming, but you do have to go kind of slow to get all of the dirt. I've never used the previous generation of this machine, so I have no idea if this is a downgrade or not, but I have been impressed with it so far, and my floors are much cleaner than they have been since I've owned this house!

Answer: cleaned a lot of dirt out of the grout

This is a great product! I use a Swiffer on my hard floors (tile and wood) once a week. However, the first time I used this, a day after using the Swiffer, the dirty water in the collection tank was black! The FloorMate made my hardwood floors look nice and shiny - better than I've seen them in a long time. <hl> On my tile, it cleaned a lot of dirt out of the grout ; it didn't get it all, but it certainly made it easier to clean the little bit that was left. <hl> The unit does a nice job of sucking up all of the water/cleaning fluid from the floor; on the wood, it was completely dry after using, and on the more porous tile I have in my kitchen, it got most of it. Using the machine is simple - very similar to vacuuming, but you do have to go kind of slow to get all of the dirt. I've never used the previous generation of this machine, so I have no idea if this is a downgrade or not, but I have been impressed with it so far, and my floors are much cleaner than they have been since I've owned this house!

This is a great product! I use a Swiffer on my hard floors (tile and wood) once a week. However, the first time I used this, a day after using the Swiffer, the dirty water in the collection tank was black! The FloorMate made my hardwood floors look nice and shiny - better than I've seen them in a long time. On my tile, it <hl> cleaned a lot of dirt out of the grout <hl>; it didn't get it all, but it certainly made it easier to clean the little bit that was left. The unit does a nice job of sucking up all of the water/cleaning fluid from the floor; on the wood, it was completely dry after using, and on the more porous tile I have in my kitchen, it got most of it. Using the machine is simple - very similar to vacuuming, but you do have to go kind of slow to get all of the dirt. I've never used the previous generation of this machine, so I have no idea if this is a downgrade or not, but I have been impressed with it so far, and my floors are much cleaner than they have been since I've owned this house!

On my tile, it <hl> cleaned a lot of dirt out of the grout <hl> ; it didn't get it all, but it certainly made it easier to clean the little bit that was left.


Question: Why are brown spots on the bowl?

I make a LOT of popcorn now! This wastes a lot of kernels, but the kernels are super cheap, and I didn't want an air-popper that plugs in, takes up space, and needs constant monitoring*.The bottom of this bowl has some brown spots where kernels burnt a bit (rare, but it happens. It's my own fault for pushing the "popcorn" button on the microwave when the nordic ware instructions say not to, right?), and the lid has warped upward after repeated steaming. I suspect eventually the lid will fit too poorly for the popper to work, so I may have to lay a ceramic dish over the bendy-bits to keep in down in the near future.This washes up just fine in the dishwasher, and obviously performs well in the microwave as well.*ok, ok, so all popping methods are supposed to require constant monitoring. Follow all instructions for safety, and so on.

Answer: kernels burnt a bit

I make a LOT of popcorn now! <hl> This wastes a lot of kernels, but the kernels are super cheap, and I didn't want an air-popper that plugs in, takes up space, and needs constant monitoring*.The bottom of this bowl has some brown spots where kernels burnt a bit (rare, but it happens. <hl> It's my own fault for pushing the "popcorn" button on the microwave when the nordic ware instructions say not to, right?), and the lid has warped upward after repeated steaming. I suspect eventually the lid will fit too poorly for the popper to work, so I may have to lay a ceramic dish over the bendy-bits to keep in down in the near future. This washes up just fine in the dishwasher, and obviously performs well in the microwave as well.*ok, ok, so all popping methods are supposed to require constant monitoring. Follow all instructions for safety, and so on.

I make a LOT of popcorn now! This wastes a lot of kernels, but the kernels are super cheap, and I didn't want an air-popper that plugs in, takes up space, and needs constant monitoring*.The bottom of this bowl has some brown spots where <hl> kernels burnt a bit <hl> (rare, but it happens. It's my own fault for pushing the "popcorn" button on the microwave when the nordic ware instructions say not to, right?), and the lid has warped upward after repeated steaming. I suspect eventually the lid will fit too poorly for the popper to work, so I may have to lay a ceramic dish over the bendy-bits to keep in down in the near future.This washes up just fine in the dishwasher, and obviously performs well in the microwave as well.*ok, ok, so all popping methods are supposed to require constant monitoring. Follow all instructions for safety, and so on.


Question: What brand is the product?

Leaked after a few weeks... the worst part is, PUR said it's not covered under warranty because it's a "wear and tear" item. It sits on the counter, I have no idea what wear and tear that causes on the internal gasket. They kept me going in circles and after the 30 day satisfaction guarantee expired, they then told me I could have returned it within the first 30 days but now it's too late. For a product based on the razor/razor-blade business model (I'm sure the real money for them is made from the filters, not the pitchers), this is a horrible way for them to deal with the situation. Oh, and I had another one crack by itself due to temperature differences (it was in the fridge). When it works, the water is great, but it needs to stay contained in the container.

Answer: PUR

Leaked after a few weeks... <hl> the worst part is, PUR said it's not covered under warranty because it's a "wear and tear" item. <hl> It sits on the counter, I have no idea what wear and tear that causes on the internal gasket. They kept me going in circles and after the 30 day satisfaction guarantee expired, they then told me I could have returned it within the first 30 days but now it's too late. For a product based on the razor/razor-blade business model (I'm sure the real money for them is made from the filters, not the pitchers), this is a horrible way for them to deal with the situation. Oh, and I had another one crack by itself due to temperature differences (it was in the fridge). When it works, the water is great, but it needs to stay contained in the container.

Leaked after a few weeks... the worst part is, <hl> PUR <hl> said it's not covered under warranty because it's a "wear and tear" item. It sits on the counter, I have no idea what wear and tear that causes on the internal gasket. They kept me going in circles and after the 30 day satisfaction guarantee expired, they then told me I could have returned it within the first 30 days but now it's too late. For a product based on the razor/razor-blade business model (I'm sure the real money for them is made from the filters, not the pitchers), this is a horrible way for them to deal with the situation. Oh, and I had another one crack by itself due to temperature differences (it was in the fridge). When it works, the water is great, but it needs to stay contained in the container.


Question: What did the author already own?

I have already owned a couple of similar chopper/dicers. All were essentially plastic and did an adequate job on onions, tomatoes, potatoes, peppers, etc. Equipped with a plastic cleaning tool and three cutting grids, its tray has measure lines of its side and when held vertically will provide an accurate measure.While this cuts fairly well and hand washes easily, my only concern are that all body components are plastic. Given my past experience, the plastic pieces are the first things to fatigue and when using you must not exert a lot of pressure on the handle to force fruits and vegetables through the cutting grids. This may result in breakage or fatigue.While this is a relatively inexpensive kitchen tool, I suggest contacting the manufacturer if problems arise. This item has a one year warranty. This is not a bad item, but it does have construction issues.

Answer: chopper/dicers

<hl> I have already owned a couple of similar chopper/dicers . <hl> All were essentially plastic and did an adequate job on onions, tomatoes, potatoes, peppers, etc. Equipped with a plastic cleaning tool and three cutting grids, its tray has measure lines of its side and when held vertically will provide an accurate measure. While this cuts fairly well and hand washes easily, my only concern are that all body components are plastic. Given my past experience, the plastic pieces are the first things to fatigue and when using you must not exert a lot of pressure on the handle to force fruits and vegetables through the cutting grids. This may result in breakage or fatigue. While this is a relatively inexpensive kitchen tool, I suggest contacting the manufacturer if problems arise. This item has a one year warranty. This is not a bad item, but it does have construction issues.

I have already owned a couple of similar <hl> chopper/dicers <hl>. All were essentially plastic and did an adequate job on onions, tomatoes, potatoes, peppers, etc. Equipped with a plastic cleaning tool and three cutting grids, its tray has measure lines of its side and when held vertically will provide an accurate measure.While this cuts fairly well and hand washes easily, my only concern are that all body components are plastic. Given my past experience, the plastic pieces are the first things to fatigue and when using you must not exert a lot of pressure on the handle to force fruits and vegetables through the cutting grids. This may result in breakage or fatigue.While this is a relatively inexpensive kitchen tool, I suggest contacting the manufacturer if problems arise. This item has a one year warranty. This is not a bad item, but it does have construction issues.

I have already owned a couple of similar <hl> chopper/dicers <hl> .


Question: What aspect of the product is the person not pleased with?

I'm a tea drinker, and I've been using this French press on a near-daily basis since I got it. (I'll save it for coffee for when I have visitors.) The press itself is very nice-looking. The carafe has a Pyrex feel, and it's surrounded in places by plastic to protect your hands from heat. With the exception of the flimsy plastic lid, the plunger is made of stainless parts, and it glides easily down the carafe. My tea tastes fantastic when brewed in this French press.The only thing I don't care for is the awkward feel of the handle. I assume it's curved like that to protect the user's fingers from the glass, but the result is that the carafe becomes top heavy. Maybe if the handle was a bit lower, it would not have that problem. A minor issue, to be sure, because otherwise I love this French press.Note: I received a sample of the product in exchange for an honest review.

Answer: the awkward feel of the handle

I'm a tea drinker, and I've been using this French press on a near-daily basis since I got it. (I'll save it for coffee for when I have visitors.) The press itself is very nice-looking. The carafe has a Pyrex feel, and it's surrounded in places by plastic to protect your hands from heat. With the exception of the flimsy plastic lid, the plunger is made of stainless parts, and it glides easily down the carafe. My tea tastes fantastic when brewed in this French press. <hl> The only thing I don't care for is the awkward feel of the handle . <hl> I assume it's curved like that to protect the user's fingers from the glass, but the result is that the carafe becomes top heavy. Maybe if the handle was a bit lower, it would not have that problem. A minor issue, to be sure, because otherwise I love this French press. Note: I received a sample of the product in exchange for an honest review.

I'm a tea drinker, and I've been using this French press on a near-daily basis since I got it. (I'll save it for coffee for when I have visitors.) The press itself is very nice-looking. The carafe has a Pyrex feel, and it's surrounded in places by plastic to protect your hands from heat. With the exception of the flimsy plastic lid, the plunger is made of stainless parts, and it glides easily down the carafe. My tea tastes fantastic when brewed in this French press.The only thing I don't care for is <hl> the awkward feel of the handle <hl>. I assume it's curved like that to protect the user's fingers from the glass, but the result is that the carafe becomes top heavy. Maybe if the handle was a bit lower, it would not have that problem. A minor issue, to be sure, because otherwise I love this French press.Note: I received a sample of the product in exchange for an honest review.

The only thing I don't care for is <hl> the awkward feel of the handle <hl> .


Question: What did the author say about the size of the mats?

These mats are not fabulous, however they work really well for me. Just the right size, fairly thick plastic, and although there was a rubber smell for 1 or 2 days the odor went away. This is my second pair and the first pair lasted three years - they do lay directly on the sink so mold, betwee the flower petals, started to be a concern after three years, but, for the price, they are a nice quality. I didn't rate a 5, because they are not top of the line, but they are more than adequate. After all - three years!

Answer: Just the right size

These mats are not fabulous, however they work really well for me. <hl> Just the right size , fairly thick plastic, and although there was a rubber smell for 1 or 2 days the odor went away. <hl> This is my second pair and the first pair lasted three years - they do lay directly on the sink so mold, betwee the flower petals, started to be a concern after three years, but, for the price, they are a nice quality. I didn't rate a 5, because they are not top of the line, but they are more than adequate. After all - three years!

These mats are not fabulous, however they work really well for me. <hl> Just the right size <hl>, fairly thick plastic, and although there was a rubber smell for 1 or 2 days the odor went away. This is my second pair and the first pair lasted three years - they do lay directly on the sink so mold, betwee the flower petals, started to be a concern after three years, but, for the price, they are a nice quality. I didn't rate a 5, because they are not top of the line, but they are more than adequate. After all - three years!

<hl> Just the right size <hl> , fairly thick plastic, and although there was a rubber smell for 1 or 2 days the odor went away.


Question: What rating did the author give?

The OXO Good Grips Three Ring Trivet Set is a functional and well thought out update to trivets made of cork or plastics, but is not as much of an improvement to the traditional design as many other OXO products.I do like the nesting capability and the non-stick feet. Also, unlike cork trivets, the OXO trivets can be washed easily and frequently.Bottom line: the ability to clean the OXO trivets properly is very nice. So I'll go four stars, even though I did not think "why hasn't somebody come up with this before" as I often do with OXO Good Grips tools and gadgets.

Answer: four stars

The OXO Good Grips Three Ring Trivet Set is a functional and well thought out update to trivets made of cork or plastics, but is not as much of an improvement to the traditional design as many other OXO products. I do like the nesting capability and the non-stick feet. Also, unlike cork trivets, the OXO trivets can be washed easily and frequently. Bottom line: the ability to clean the OXO trivets properly is very nice. <hl> So I'll go four stars , even though I did not think "why hasn't somebody come up with this before" as I often do with OXO Good Grips tools and gadgets. <hl>

The OXO Good Grips Three Ring Trivet Set is a functional and well thought out update to trivets made of cork or plastics, but is not as much of an improvement to the traditional design as many other OXO products.I do like the nesting capability and the non-stick feet. Also, unlike cork trivets, the OXO trivets can be washed easily and frequently.Bottom line: the ability to clean the OXO trivets properly is very nice. So I'll go <hl> four stars <hl>, even though I did not think "why hasn't somebody come up with this before" as I often do with OXO Good Grips tools and gadgets.

So I'll go <hl> four stars <hl> , even though I did not think "why hasn't somebody come up with this before" as I often do with OXO Good Grips tools and gadgets.


Question: What does the author compare the sandwich maker to?

No more messy frying pans to make my ham and cheese grilled sandwiches. It is first and a excellent sandwich maker, but it can be used for other things, like frying bacon, warming sausage paddies, grilling hot dogs and making toast. Simple to use, plug in, when the second light turns green, put in what your cooking close the lid and in two to three minutes, your finished. Not only is it fast, hot and small, the best thing is clean up. Wipe it down with a paper towel and let it cool and put it away. I have been using it almost daily, fix my English muffin in the morning and make sandwiches for lunch, and sometimes I use it for fixing a evening meal. For the price, it just can't be beat, I compare it to my microwave as the two items all kitchens need. On a scale of one to ten, it is a 20.

Answer: microwave

No more messy frying pans to make my ham and cheese grilled sandwiches. It is first and a excellent sandwich maker, but it can be used for other things, like frying bacon, warming sausage paddies, grilling hot dogs and making toast. Simple to use, plug in, when the second light turns green, put in what your cooking close the lid and in two to three minutes, your finished. Not only is it fast, hot and small, the best thing is clean up. Wipe it down with a paper towel and let it cool and put it away. I have been using it almost daily, fix my English muffin in the morning and make sandwiches for lunch, and sometimes I use it for fixing a evening meal. <hl> For the price, it just can't be beat, I compare it to my microwave as the two items all kitchens need. <hl> On a scale of one to ten, it is a 20.

No more messy frying pans to make my ham and cheese grilled sandwiches. It is first and a excellent sandwich maker, but it can be used for other things, like frying bacon, warming sausage paddies, grilling hot dogs and making toast. Simple to use, plug in, when the second light turns green, put in what your cooking close the lid and in two to three minutes, your finished. Not only is it fast, hot and small, the best thing is clean up. Wipe it down with a paper towel and let it cool and put it away. I have been using it almost daily, fix my English muffin in the morning and make sandwiches for lunch, and sometimes I use it for fixing a evening meal. For the price, it just can't be beat, I compare it to my <hl> microwave <hl> as the two items all kitchens need. On a scale of one to ten, it is a 20.


Question: What type of phone does the reviewer have?

Unbelievable quality! Extremely well made - padded; great zippers. bottom unsnaps to provide 3" gusset for bigger items... camera, glasses, even in a big case! Side pockets also padded and large! (I have Samsung Galaxy s4 and it fits great, with EASY access. Even my wallet fits in this thing. I know some reviews said there was no padding, which was one reason I order the grey...all those reviews looked good. But, I might take my chance on another color, just because I love this so much and might keep one packed esp. for travel.

Answer: Samsung Galaxy s4

Unbelievable quality! Extremely well made - padded; great zippers. bottom unsnaps to provide 3" gusset for bigger items... camera, glasses, even in a big case! Side pockets also padded and large! <hl> (I have Samsung Galaxy s4 and it fits great, with EASY access. <hl> Even my wallet fits in this thing. I know some reviews said there was no padding, which was one reason I order the grey...all those reviews looked good. But, I might take my chance on another color, just because I love this so much and might keep one packed esp. for travel.

Unbelievable quality! Extremely well made - padded; great zippers. bottom unsnaps to provide 3" gusset for bigger items... camera, glasses, even in a big case! Side pockets also padded and large! (I have <hl> Samsung Galaxy s4 <hl> and it fits great, with EASY access. Even my wallet fits in this thing. I know some reviews said there was no padding, which was one reason I order the grey...all those reviews looked good. But, I might take my chance on another color, just because I love this so much and might keep one packed esp. for travel.


Question: What household tool does it work better at cleaning?

It failed to remove harder stuck-on gunk (fruit residue, for example), but did well with minor spots (where milk spilled, for example). It's certainly more pleasant and less messy to use than a standard mop, though I'm not sure it's any more effective. It hasn't done any damage on wood flooring (yet) while on lowest setting, while still being effective at removing minor spots. It's definitely an upgrade to a standard mop, but you do get a few drawbacks: there'll likely eventually be issue using hard water in such a device, you do need to refill the water compartment a few times per use (though you use dramatically less water), and you're restricted by the electric cord. It's also about 5x the price of a basic mop and bucket. It's not a bad product at all, but I wouldn't recommend spending the money on it or a similar product unless you have significant problems using standard mops.

Answer: a standard mop

It failed to remove harder stuck-on gunk (fruit residue, for example), but did well with minor spots (where milk spilled, for example). <hl> It's certainly more pleasant and less messy to use than a standard mop , though I'm not sure it's any more effective. <hl> It hasn't done any damage on wood flooring (yet) while on lowest setting, while still being effective at removing minor spots. It's definitely an upgrade to a standard mop, but you do get a few drawbacks: there'll likely eventually be issue using hard water in such a device, you do need to refill the water compartment a few times per use (though you use dramatically less water), and you're restricted by the electric cord. It's also about 5x the price of a basic mop and bucket. It's not a bad product at all, but I wouldn't recommend spending the money on it or a similar product unless you have significant problems using standard mops.

It failed to remove harder stuck-on gunk (fruit residue, for example), but did well with minor spots (where milk spilled, for example). It's certainly more pleasant and less messy to use than <hl> a standard mop <hl>, though I'm not sure it's any more effective. It hasn't done any damage on wood flooring (yet) while on lowest setting, while still being effective at removing minor spots. It's definitely an upgrade to a standard mop, but you do get a few drawbacks: there'll likely eventually be issue using hard water in such a device, you do need to refill the water compartment a few times per use (though you use dramatically less water), and you're restricted by the electric cord. It's also about 5x the price of a basic mop and bucket. It's not a bad product at all, but I wouldn't recommend spending the money on it or a similar product unless you have significant problems using standard mops.

It's certainly more pleasant and less messy to use than <hl> a standard mop <hl> , though I'm not sure it's any more effective.


Question: What sounds do the units make?

Bought two of these to use in my home. All of us have allergies to our pets and to pollen. My plan was to put these in the bedrooms so that we would have better quality sleep. Right out of the box we knew this wouldn't work - they are too loud. The first one we opened make a noticeable clicking sound that could be noticeably heard throughout the room. I figured it was a defective unit and opened the other one. It was even louder - the clicks could be heard in the next room over! Since these units were advertised as "whisper quiet" this wasn't acceptable. Both have been sent back. I did go to their site to download their manual and, according to their manual, a faint clicking sound is normal and a sign it is working. However there was no way we could have slept with even the quieter one in the room. They are simply too loud.

Answer: clicks

Bought two of these to use in my home. All of us have allergies to our pets and to pollen. My plan was to put these in the bedrooms so that we would have better quality sleep. Right out of the box we knew this wouldn't work - they are too loud. The first one we opened make a noticeable clicking sound that could be noticeably heard throughout the room. I figured it was a defective unit and opened the other one. <hl> It was even louder - the clicks could be heard in the next room over! <hl> Since these units were advertised as "whisper quiet" this wasn't acceptable. Both have been sent back. I did go to their site to download their manual and, according to their manual, a faint clicking sound is normal and a sign it is working. However there was no way we could have slept with even the quieter one in the room. They are simply too loud.

Bought two of these to use in my home. All of us have allergies to our pets and to pollen. My plan was to put these in the bedrooms so that we would have better quality sleep. Right out of the box we knew this wouldn't work - they are too loud. The first one we opened make a noticeable clicking sound that could be noticeably heard throughout the room. I figured it was a defective unit and opened the other one. It was even louder - the <hl> clicks <hl> could be heard in the next room over! Since these units were advertised as "whisper quiet" this wasn't acceptable. Both have been sent back. I did go to their site to download their manual and, according to their manual, a faint clicking sound is normal and a sign it is working. However there was no way we could have slept with even the quieter one in the room. They are simply too loud.


Question: How many stars did the reviewer give this item?

we bought this on lightning deal for black Friday and got a great deal on it, I did see that it does not come with the screws to mount to the wall, that was no biggie, just make sure to get 3 and a half inch wood screws at the hardware shop and your set to go, we assembled this unit in less then 15 minutes, and got it up on the wall in 20 minutes = 35 minutes, this is a great concept and it does not stick out far from the wall and the openings are the perfect size. I will attach some pictures to the gallery section and show everyone, we usually have the consoles that sit on the floor, but this is the best, you got to make sure you put it in 3 studs in the wall for it to stay up safely. 5 STARS!!!!

Answer: STARS!!!!

5 STARS!!!!

we bought this on lightning deal for black Friday and got a great deal on it, I did see that it does not come with the screws to mount to the wall, that was no biggie, just make sure to get 3 and a half inch wood screws at the hardware shop and your set to go, we assembled this unit in less then 15 minutes, and got it up on the wall in 20 minutes = 35 minutes, this is a great concept and it does not stick out far from the wall and the openings are the perfect size. I will attach some pictures to the gallery section and show everyone, we usually have the consoles that sit on the floor, but this is the best, you got to make sure you put it in 3 studs in the wall for it to stay up safely. <hl> 5 STARS!!!! <hl>

we bought this on lightning deal for black Friday and got a great deal on it, I did see that it does not come with the screws to mount to the wall, that was no biggie, just make sure to get 3 and a half inch wood screws at the hardware shop and your set to go, we assembled this unit in less then 15 minutes, and got it up on the wall in 20 minutes = 35 minutes, this is a great concept and it does not stick out far from the wall and the openings are the perfect size. I will attach some pictures to the gallery section and show everyone, we usually have the consoles that sit on the floor, but this is the best, you got to make sure you put it in 3 studs in the wall for it to stay up safely. 5 <hl> STARS!!!! <hl>