Real Flame Modesto 15-Inch Personal Fireplace Reviews

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This product looks great in pictures but leaves much to be desired in person. The metal fire bowl is so small that unless it's pitch black outside there is no visible flame. This item also begins falling apart after a couple months outdoors so you can't just leave it sitting on a patio table. Overall, the concept of this item is far superior to its actual existence.

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made this purchase for my back yard. Shipment was quick and i love the item. I can even use it indoors!

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I put this fireplace on our coffee table in the living room.

Its easy to use, clean, and very dramatic. It even throughs off heat.

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I loved the idea of this, especially a portable heat source that adds ambiance. The reality doesn't quite live up to what it is, though. I would recommend it for outdoors only. The glass and fire effect is pretty. The detraction why I give it 3 stars:

1) The main departure is that it is not really a clean burn in that if used indoors, one does smell fumes. The odor is not overly strong but it is noticeable and present. Where there are fumes, there is something a person is breathing besides clean air.

2) It's a sterno can basically. When indoors it looks like one because the rim is higher by about 1/2" over the stones (which is not seen in the ad photo). so when looking at it, unless you pile a lot more rocks up, you see the can. If you're using it on a patio, that would be less noticeable.

3) It's a little overpriced for what it actually is, and the fuel is hugely expensive for about 2 hours or less per can.

If you're having an outdoor party and want some nice jumping flames for a couple of hours, then this is good to consider as decor, maybe lining up three or more of them.

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I'm using this indoors on a coffee table. It brings a stunning presence to the room and evokes the feel of a fire pit at the beach.

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You get more than you pay for! I have the last years model, but its the greatest. With two dogs and a toddler I was worried at first, but when it gets knocked over it turns off. It's rugged as the general was, any though not pretty defiantly reliable. If anyone asks me about heaters, I say "Get a Patton."

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Good quality and competitive price. We have used it for some of our properties, and the users have been very satisfied with the comfortable conditions it delivers.

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If you look carefully at the pictures, there are actually two or three different items depicted. One is a 2.5 ft brush made of white plastic, the other two show a metal one that is perhaps longer and skinnier. I received the 2.5 ft white plastic one.

I have old metal radiators in our brownstone apartment. This works better than anything else I have tried to get the dust out. It condenses down enough to slide in (at least from the top, it isn't skinny enough to get in from the sides), but it is 'bushy' enough to expand into the open slots as it goes down and knock the dust out.

I'm a little worried about the durability (the wire near the handle is already getting a bit too flexible after one round of cleaning 5 radiators), but honestly, I was desperate enough that I would have paid this price even if I had known the brush wouldn't last forever.

The dust comes off the brush easily enough when you wash it.

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Works great for cleaning radiators. Bend it in any shape. Very sturdy. Be sure to have a vacuum running while using it so the dust coming out isn't going back in.

Works even better as toilet-paper substitute!

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Too thick to side into my cast iron radiators and too flimsy to try to force. The "OXO Good Grips Microfiber Slim Duster" is a million times better.

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Good brush, squeezes into radiator, it does spread a lot of dust so be ready with a vacuum to clean up.

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This is a great brush. I wasn't able to find anything similar at Lowe's/HD and this got in between the radiator slats great. The only thing is that it could stand to be a bit more sturdy and less flexible. Some flexibility is good but it does kink if it goes in really tight places. But you can hold it down further and it will still work. I was just so happy to find it that I dealt with it. I do think they should combine shipping though and not charge a completely additional fee when they could both fit in the same box and theyt are quite light. I would buy more if it weren't for that.

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I purchased a square heater from kero-world and the wick that was installed worked fine, but this replacement was hard to install and smoked very bad. I tried several wicks and had the same results. I was told to purchase a larger round heater that takes wicks with pins and had no problems. I dont know why these wicks would not work???

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It was great to be able to find this wick when we needed it. Things like this you can't find in a store any more. It works like it should. I thought it was a little high priced but lots of things are now. I'm very satisfied.

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I just got the box from Amazon, pulled out my new Aerolatte, removed the protective cover from the battery compartment (yeah, it even comes pre-loaded with a pair of "aerolatte" double A's!), and put about 2 oz of NON-FAT (skim) milk in a glass.

I nuked the milk for about 20 seconds, pulled it from the microwave, stuck the aerolatte in the glass and pushed the switch.

DANG!!

Nearly INSTANT foam. GOBS of it. It formed PEAKS!! You could make small milk-animals out of it.

I really can't believe how well this thing works. The only thing that would ruin it for me is if it simply fell apart after a few uses, but frankly, with a little bit of care, it looks like it'll hold up. We'll see.

But in the meantime, call me Doctor Foam.

-Jonathan Sabin

UPDATE ***9 MONTHS LATER***

Notwithstanding the complaints of people who claim that their aerolatte lasted about 5 minutes, I just replaced the batteries for the first time since buying it back in January. (Yes, it still works, but I was disappointed that I was no longer able to make foam-animals!)

Well a couple of fresh Duracells later, and I sound like a deranged dentist with this thing in my hand. The "buzz" I had become accustomed to, is now a high-pitched whizzing sound, that actually made my molars uncomfortable.

But I'm back to making some seriously decent foam again!

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I have owned this for about 5 years. I use a stover top espresso maker which works about as well as electric steam type. I have found that the electric pump type that are less than $250.00 don't work that well, and take up too much counter space in a small kitchen. This does work, but I found something that froths milk much better than this and much faster.

Use a small Bodum 4 cup French Press. Put your milk in the French Press (not the same one you are making your coffee in. Get a second smaller one) and rapidly work the plunger up and down for about 10 to 20 seconds. You have frothier milk in less than half the time and you won't need to change batteries every two weeks.

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This works amazingly well. We've used it for a poor-man's latte by microwaving milk, then frothing it to simulate steamed milk, then mixing it with various coffees. We've also used it to froth hot chocolate. Doesn't work that well for making whipped cream.

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I'm pleasantly surprised at the thick, firm, yet light, foam this product produces from homemade soy milk ... all that with my very first attempt! Now, I can experiment with some light flavors. Trust me ... this is a no brainer! My only regret is that I waited so long to give this little gadget a try. I'm at the bottom of my first large cup of coffee using this little frother, and the froth/foam had such staying power that I'm having to use a spoon to get the last it from the cup. Thank you Areolatte!!

UPDATE 12/22/06: Boy oh boy, how I love Aerolatte frothers!! I now own three of these little gadgets! I recently bought 2 more from the online Aerolatte distributor. The very newest top-of-the-line model is all stainless (even the handle), has a thicker stainless stem, and comes with a large stainless stand. Then, they have the black molded plastic one that comes with it's own sturdy grey, protective, plastic container with a cap on one end (not the one with the tin case) for on the road. I just can't seem to contain myself with how happy I am with this product! I hope this review is useful to some who might have doubt.

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Performs as described, makes loads of creamy frothy milk for your coffee. (I found that frothed half-and-half gets thicker and is foamier for longer than soy milk. The joys of extra fat.) We can make tons of cappuccinos and lattes at home with our own coffee. Starbucks who?

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This heater operates as advertised if the thermocouple-secured shutoff valve allows the flame to turn on. It takes a lot of fiddling with the shutoff valve to turn to the two 'on' positions even after the pilot has been lit for 15 min. The pilot alignment appears to be as shown on the instruction manual. I find this difficult lighting to be a nuisance.

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I have used the heater once and it works great so far. I had no problem with fumes as I used it in a well ventilated trailer.

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works pretty good,the control knob is a pain to operate,and sometimes heater is hard to ignite.but once you get it going it works pretty well

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Very safe and easy to use heats the bedroom very well. Would recommend heater to friends, thank you very much

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Mr. Heater was a great purchase!! We had a specific use in mind when purchased and it has not proven our decision wrong. Great product and great seller.

Tiger PVW-B30U Stainless Steel Vacuum Electric Water Dispenser Reviews

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This is a nice water heater. At first I bought the similar Z-brand VE energy saving unit. Its problems were a AC cord that would constantly fall off and the built-in computer would error-fail every time the unit reached programmed temp; this would require a "reboot" to get it to respond again! The TIGER costs more by a few bucks and holds slightly less water. But it is NICE: The steam rarely flies out of the vents, there is so very little of it to waste heat. The computer is responsive and trouble-free. There is no need to "reboot" the bottle because it reheats only as needed and can discontinue heating to drop a few degrees, to save power. The power savings will add up greatly. I had several "Secura" heaters that were cheap in both price and quality. My Secura units, using distilled water, failed in 1-month, 14 months, and 15 months. The Tiger should outlast those units because the bottom is better insulated. That saves energy and prevents the heat from constantly abusing the electronic control module that sits beneath the water bottle in these water heater/dispensers. One note: the water can be pushed out in two ways: there are a pair of buttons on top, one to enable dispensing, and one to actually dispense; this is fairly standard. Then there is a lockable air-pump control so you can push out water manually if you are disconnected from AC power. Some high priced Z-brand water bottles lack the air pump button, so if you lose power, or take your bottle someplace, you cannot dispense!

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There's not much to say if you own an espresso machine, you need this. Every time the machine boils water, any minerals fall out of solution the harder your water the more minerals resulting in sluggish performance as the heating element now has to heat through "stone". Used regularly, your machine will run as good as new, without the horrible smell and aftertastes of other decalcifiers, such as vinegar.

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I used this descaler on my Tassimo machine. I worked fine and I am sure did the trick.

I wanted to write this review to warn everyone out there that this product will stain your granite counter tops. I had no idea. I set the bottle on my black granite and later found a stain in the shape of the ring left behind from the solution. Needless to say that I am totally bummed and saddened that my granite is ruined. If anyone knows how to fix this problem, please let me know!

Thanks.

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Decalcifies my DeLonghi Magnifica without much effort from me. A critical part of maintenance for high-end espresso machines.

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This product worked great with my espresso machine a Breville Roma. I followed the decalcifier and the espresso machine manuals and my machine started frothing again!

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This solution saved my espresso machine (the espresso stream had literally slowed to a trickle)! Just one bottle was enough to restore it to like-new condition. Now I'm finally able to make the same frothy espresso I made when I took my machine out of the box.

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Sterno is great ... no fuss, no muss, it works all the time. I thought I was buying the larger size. I recommend the larger size (7oz). You can buy a two pack and carry less and burn more.

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This is a very useful product. It is very light and small so it is easy to pack and carry. I use it to warm my tent, especially on a cold damp night. I use it to heat the canned rations I often carry, and, with a little imagination, I have used it to cook game when it is too wet to make a fire. I recommend carrying some of this just to be prepared.

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I purchased the Sterno to accompany the small collapsible stove I purchased for my Earthquake Preparedness Kit. Perfect ! Clean, small, efficient.

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I bought these for a s'mores set I bought for a friend. They were exactly what I needed and shipped super fast.

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This is very hard to find in stores, so finding this very small can size online was perfect for my new s'mores maker. It fits perfect and worked great to roast my marshmallows!

Cheap Aura DGFP15120B Glass Flat Panel Radiant Convection Heater

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This unit doesn't work for me. But for some it is the right product.

Pros:

Very attractive and seemingly high quality. The glass looks great in any room with other black glass rectangles, a very common thing these days. The LCD display is a nice retro touch.

The power cord is comfortingly heavy duty and not flimsly like most heaters.

The thermostat seems accurate.

Cons:

Not hot enough! It took way too long to warm up the room for my taste. It doesn't heat as well as microthermic heaters.

Not compatible with a device like the Lux programmable thermostat. When the power is shut off, all settings are reset, including the Celsius display. The mode has to be changed after you plug it back in, meaning it won't work merely by turning on the power switch.

The controls are unintuitive, and the remote can't be seen in the dark.

There is no temperature down button, only temperature up, so you have quite a lot of pressing and beeping in order to lower the auto temperature. This was truly annoying.

I'm not convinced it has any special technology beyond a heating element heating the glass. Most of the heat comes out of a vent above the heating element, not the glass.

UPDATE: 1/3/12. We used it over the holidays to give it the old college try, and after a few days of use, the unit became inexplicably noisy, making a surprising number of squeaks and rattles for something that doesn't seem to have moving parts. I cannot really recommend this heater to anyone, and had to downgrade to two starts. It does appear to be safely constructed or else I'd lower it even more.

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I purchased this product for my sister because she has my 8 month old niece sleeping in a room with insufficient heating. She had been using a different portable heater in the room but found if she left it on all night the room would get too hot. With this heater, she can set the temperature display to a comfortable level and then the heater will maintain that temperature she doesn't have to worry about the room getting too hot or too cold. She has also been able to mount it on the wall so she doesn't have to worry about the baby touching it now that's she's crawling around. This heater has provided the perfect solution for her!

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I bought this unit because it looked cool and was wall mountable.

Pros:

Nice design

Heats well*

Does not dry the air which is awesome! We use this in a cold drafty room and it ends up nice and toasty after a bit.

Comes with remote

Cons:

It always starts at Celsius rather than Fahrenheit which is annoying unless you are used to it.

Thermostat is inaccurate for us so we figured to bump it up 2 degrees to get the right amount of heat in Auto mode most of the time.*

Beep is very loud when setting temp or mode so we do it as quickly as we can so as to not disturb the kids when they are sleeping.

Note: As with most heaters of this type there will be noises as metal expands and contracts but it doesn't bother the kids.

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I bought this for my office above my garage. It looked good. Seemed to do a pretty good job heating about 300 sq ft for about two months. Then, it quit working. The display works, the heat doesn't. Looking into returning it. Not sure if it's past the expiration time to return. Disappointed to say the least.

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We have been using this now for several months through a very cold Los Angeles winter, in my drafty 100 year old house and it's worked great. It heats up quicker than I expected and while it doesn't make our bedroom 'surface of the sun' hot, that is fine as it's not what I was looking for. The heater has worked flawlessly and is absolutely quiet while operating. To address a couple issues tht have been brought up, yes it has no button to lower the temp which yes is a very odd oversight indeed, and yes it's odd that the unit defaults to centigrade. However both these are true non issues, it takes two seconds to recitfy the need to lower the temp and another two seconds to rectify the centegrade issue, in other words this is truly a case of making a mountain out of a mole hill.

I'd happily buy several of these for every part of my house.

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The heater works beyond my expectations. Would recommend it to anyone. This is my first experience with a shop heater and I am well pleased.

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Very Good Product happy with the purchse the quality was just what i wanted would buy again in the future burns a lot of fuel

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I love this kettle. I just got it and have only used it a few times. I'll try to post an update on durability after further use, but it feels sturdy and I expect I will only be happier 6 months from now. I made the best cup of pour over coffee I've had. With the accuracy of temperature and the quality of the goose neck spout, the coffee grinds rose as they are supposed to on the initial pour and the follow on pour was consistent, which is just what pour over needs.

I've been waiting for an electric kettle where I could select any temperature desired (as different coffee beans require different brewing temperatures as do teas), hold that temperature for a reasonable length of time, and have a goose neck spout. The Bonavita is the first solution I've found and it is perfect. The controls are simple, the digital readout is large and clear, and the functionality is better than I expected.

I previously had a Hario goose neck stove top kettle and I am way happier with the Bonavita. Here's why.

1. Holds a Temperature: With the stove top Hario, after boiling, I would have to remove the lid to put a thermometer in as I let it cool to my desired temparature. Often, I'd get distracted and have to reboil and cool the water. What a waste of time and energy. The Bonavita lets me select a temperature and let's me choose to hold that temperature for up to an hour once it is reached. I can set it and when I return, it is at the right temperature no matter how long I'm gone. Also, my probe thermometer fits in the vent holes in the top because they are larger than the ones on the Hario. If I want to verify temperature accuracy of the unit, I can do so easily. Since the BonaVita maintains the temperature, if I need 10 seconds or a couple minutes to get my coffee ready, the temperature is still exactly what it should be when I start my pour, instead of a few degrees too cool with a stove top kettle.

2. Won't boil over at max fill: With the Hario, if I filled to the max level and didn't remove it soon after boiling started, it would boil over. The BonaVita can be filled to the full 1 liter mark and will not boil over.

3. Pours well: I found the Hario challenging to pour slowly when full and challenging to maintain a consistent stream when trying to pour slowly. The BonaVita seems to pour better throughout the range of volumes of liquid inside.

4. Lid secures well: With the Hario, the lid just slips in. This means that you need to use a hand to hold the lid on as you tip the kettle to pour. The BonaVita secures the lid with adjustable tabs so that you can set the tension as you desire it. This is safer and keeps my second hand free.

5. Count up timer: I didn't even know the BonaVita had this feature when I purchased it. After you pick it up, a simple touch of the "+" button starts a timer (mintues & seconds) which will count up to 7 minutes. For the best pour over coffee, you are supposed to time your pours and pauses. Now I don't need a separate kitchen timer out on my counter. The Kettle doubles as my timer. AWESOME!

6. Handle comfort & Safety: The Hario wasn't uncomfortable. There are a number of exposed metal components near the handle which could lead to burns. The BonaVita has one of the most comfortable handles I have ever used. I has a good thickness and curve and is designed so that you can primarily use your thumb and pointer finger which are your strongest fingers. It also has plastic between the grip of the handle and the side of the kettle which should prevent accidental burns.

Overall Features:

+ Boils Quickly

+ Set temperature to any degree is simple: The last setting is retained when turned off (but not unplugged) and displayed when briefly when turned on. Pressing +/will modify that temperature. Pressing the Set Temperature button will cycle through the 6 factory presets. I do not believe you can customize these presets, though even if they are not the exact temperature needed, they can get you close so that you only need to hit + or a few times.

+ Recall stored temperature settings for various beverages is simple, though you might want to keep a notepad around with what beverage is brewed at what temperature as it just displays the temperatures

+ Switching between Fahrenheit and Celsius is simple. Press one button.

+ Holding temperature for an hour is simple (push one button) and can be re-selected after a pour for the remaining water in the kettle.

+ Temperature Display: Clear and continues to display even after the unit stops heating water (while cooling down or holding temp).

+ Lights: One light lets you know whether the unit is on (heating) since the temperature display remains on for a time (don't know how long yet. Instructions claim 1 hour if not removed from base after temperature is reached, and 7 minutes if unit is picked up and returned to base). One Light lets you know that the "hold" setting is on or off

+ Count up timer is simple press one button when the kettle is off the base and the timer starts. It stops when you replace the kettle and resets to zero to be started again when picked up again.

+ Looks Great

+ Pours well

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I have had the kettle for four days now, and here is my impression.

What I like:

It appears to do a pretty decent job holding temperature, seemingly staying within +2 degrees of target.

It only requires a handful of button presses to input the target temperature.

The cord keeper in the base is handy, and built so you can adjust how much cord extends out of the base.

The digital readout is bright, very legible, and nicely angled.

The buttons are tactile, and click slightly when you press them.

The handle is reasonably comfortable, and the lid attaches securely, yet it is not difficult to remove.

The pour is very controllable.

The one liter capacity is more than enough to do a pourover for two 8oz cups.

What I don't like:

The build quality is questionable.

While the goose neck spout appears to be braised or welded to the body of the kettle (it seems pretty sturdy), it was attached crooked (c'mon, seriously?).

The curved bend of the spout is showing a kink in one spot.

The ends of the spout both where it meets the body and the end where the water exits are poorly finished. The inside where it attaches to the body has hanging "chads" or filings that are obstructing the flow of water, and the end where the water exists has burrs. I suspect that these obstructions are what keep this from flowing as fast as and smoothly as my Hario. I may clean these up myself at some point.

The outside surface finish of the metal is kind of rough. They could, and should, have taken it to another step of smoothness. The surface is rough enough where I could file my nails on it.

The black heating element cover that is attached at the base of the kettle is not seated evenly.

The logo is printed as opposed to being stamped into the metal, and I fully expect it to wear off (this could be a good thing).

The steps to follow (button presses) to set the temperature are easy enough, but I have to press the power button each time I return the kettle to its base.

It comes with a thin, translucent, PE cover for the base to protect it during "frequent use". Seriously? You mean that this kettle base wasn't made to handle the inevitable splash of water, and so I have to keep it covered with this ugly plastic cover that looks like I left the packing material on?

The 1 liter max fill level line is stamped on the inside, and while not a big deal, is not easy to see.

Sometimes when heating up, it seems to slow down to a crawl as it approaches the target temperature.

The base feels like a thin piece of plastic.

In conclusion: It operates well, but a bit more attention to fit and finish is needed.

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Wow, what a detailed instruction manual this comes with!

There are 6 buttons on the base, along with an LED display. I was expecting something more basic, but it's certainly not a bad thing that the kettle has so many features. It's not as easy as "plug in and turn ON."

Once you've reviewed the instructions and set up the kettle with your personal preferences (using the afore mentioned buttons), it's simple enough to use. The exterior does become hot to the touch, and it is recommended that you place it on an uncluttered surface where it won't come into contact with anything else. If you have hard water, it is recommended that you use a brand-name product to remove the inevitable scale build-up. You cannot put the kettle into the dishwasher to clean it. The manual explains what temperature setting to use for coffee and tea (even specifying temperatures for black, green and oolong teas.) Allowing for differences in elevation is also recommended when selecting the temperature. (As I implied above, it does get a little technical.) The "boil" temperature is said to be 205 degrees F (at a relatively low altitude.) You have the option of using the Celsius temperature measure. The goose neck DOES allow for a very controlled pour. The kettle does not whistle, nor will you see steam escaping from the spout at the specified temperatures. I am happy with the coffee and tea I have made using it. The one-liter kettle heats your water very quickly--16 ounces only takes 1--1 1/2 minutes. You must wait 1 minute before refilling it to use it again. Just make sure that you have the necessary space for this on your counter and be prepared to spend some time familiarizing yourself with its operation.

Also--and this may be an issue for many people--it is recommended that you NOT plug it into an outlet connected to a circuit with any other appliance requiring a heavy load. (I may not have worded that correctly but hopefully you'll get the idea.) Apparently it uses a lot of "juice."

I'd say that it is a premium product. This is probably one of the best choices if you want something that will go the distance and that will last. It's solid and does not slide around on your counter. It works efficiently and quietly, does more than you think you'd need, & is attractive. I would say that it's worth the price, especially given the problems/complaints people have about other electric kettles (even those with very recognizable import brand names, most of which are made in China anyway.) I was very surprised to find out that those French and Italian brand names did not indicate the country of origin. So don't be lured into thinking you're buying something made in a European country synonymous with style or craftsmanship. Pretty is as pretty does. Almost forgot to mention: you can even adjust the fit of the lid (to make it as snug/secure [or loose] as you'd like.) It's very thoughtfully designed!

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This is my first electric kettle and I would have gotten one years ago but I was waiting to find one that had a goose neck to take advantage of improved control for pour over coffee. I LOVE the settings of the Bonavita, the ability to hold the temperature for an hour, and the fine pour control. It is simple, easy to use, and has great features.

Unfortunately in under a month the lid and very top of the kettle (where the lid snaps into the kettle top) already has rust :-( . After each brew I pour the remaining water out of the kettle and hand shake it dry and do the same with the lid, and then set the lid on top of the kettle perpendicular to its natural resting state when it is on the kettle for brewing.

If you are ok with the rust, or know how to prevent it, I would go with this kettle. Otherwise I would look for something made with higher quality metals.

Pros:

Excellent options for settings.

Hold temperature for one hour.

Easy to adjust in 1 degree increments.

Presets.

Fine pour control with goose neck.

Con:

RUST in under one month of using it.

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I have been looking for this product for years. Set the exact temperature and that's what you get. Increments of 1 degree plus a few preset options. All stainless. There is plastic inside at the top where the handle is attached, but it is not submerged in water. It is above the max fill line. They put a strip of plastic against the outside of the kettle in line with the handle so your fingers won't accidentally touch the hot surface. Good thinking on Bonavita. The hold feature is priceless. It holds the temp for an hour and then shuts off. They even include a waterproof protection cover for the base. I have emailed Bonavita and they responded immediately. Great company. I believe they worked with a standards committee in order to get this thing to market. Excellent for coffee, tea, hot cocoa, ramen noodles, or whatever. Not to mention much less expensive than the competition. Highly recommended.