Rival 4071-WN 32-Ounce Hot Pot Express Review

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(More customer reviews)I bought one of these close to ten years ago and it's still going strong, though I've taken it on three cross-country trips, countless weekend getaways and even to Guatemala.
Why? First, I don't like using hotel/motel coffee units -- who knows how clean their innards are? This holds more liquid, is easy to clean, and I know where it's been!
Second, it's useful for more than just heating water. I once took my daughter to a nice Disneyland hotel for four days, and did all our cooking in this little pot because food was so pricey. I heated soup, ramen, veggies, all kinds of things... and we actually ate well (though simply) the whole time.
Other reviewers have noted that it doesn't have auto shut-off. That's a good point, and it's a bit of a pain, particularly when you're as forgetful as I am. But the water always boils loudly enough that I hear it. Could be a problem in everyday use if you are wandering from room to room; fine for a motel.
The flip side is being able to adjust the heat level, which I don't think you could do if the unit shut off automatically. I've found that VERY handy for things that need a gentle heat, and use that feature a lot.
Power cord is frustratingly short, but necessarily so for safety reasons.
Naturally, anything that holds 32 oz. of water is a little bulky, but when I put it in my suitcase I just jam socks and breakables into it, so it ends up taking less room than you'd think. You can snap the top off, which is also a help when packing it. It's fairly lightweight.
The reason I'm back at this page is that my daughter just went to college and took the pot with her. I need a replacement for my travels without her! I was amazed to find the same pot is still being sold after all these years. That's probably a good sign about its quality in an era when things get redesigned every year.
At this price, if it lasted a year or two of steady use, I think I'd still be happy.

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Great for cooking soups, noodles, vegetables, and much more.The Hot Pot boils water up to 60% faster than a microwave and it's easy to clean non-stick cooking surface.

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Mypressi Twist Portable Espresso Maker Review

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(More customer reviews)I originally got the Mypressi Twist in March. I was blown away by the great shots it was able to produce after only a few tries of getting used to it. Who would have thought such great espresso could have come from this little thing? I really loved the thing, and used it each morning for one double shot. However, as time went on the cartridge life continually declined. At first, I could get the 4 double shots from one cartridge, then 3, then just one. I could hear the gas leaking out slowly. Thought it might be bad cartridges, but it was not. I contacted MyPressi and they said there were problems with some of the early units having a 'slow leak.' On their website, they say they'll send you a "slow-leak patch kit," but in reality there is no kit, they just replace the unit. So I'm thinking, "Wow, what great customer service!" As they said they would, the replacement unit was sent. It was not a new unit, and it was obviously used. The end cap had extra metal soldered into the end, and I could instantly see some gas leaking out from around the bowl (cold on metal). And it made sounds not like my other. I knew it would not last. Again, the Mypressi worked for about a month of daily 1 double shot use. Then, just like the last unit, it is down to 1 double (or single, ONE TIME use only) per cartridge. I again contacted mypressi and they will not respond. I tried posting this info on the help and message board on their site, but all posts relating to the Mypressi not working well are IMMEDIATELY erased (vs 'how do I do this' posts). The Mypressi has a year warranty, but the thing only lasts two months. I am very disappointed as I did love it at first. I tend to think this company may go under...

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Enjoy delicious coffee and espresso-based beverages with a portable espresso maker that requires no external power, no lever, no dials, no power cords, and no complex set up. Voted best new consumer product of 2009/2010 by the Specialty Coffee Association of America (SCAA), the world's largest association of coffee professionals, the Twist is truly portable and incredibly easy to use. And it makes delicious, smooth espresso time after time. Producing single or double shots from either fresh-ground coffee or ESE pods, the Twist requires no external power. Just put in the pod or ground coffee, pour in some hot water, and pull the trigger. Espresso requires high pressure to make a perfect shot, and the Twist\'s extraordinary espresso engine uses the same 100-percent recyclable and affordable 8g pressure cartridges that have been safely used in whipped cream dispensers and soda makers around the world for over 80 years. Each cartridge has sufficient pressure to make up to four double shots and eight single shots of espresso. The Twist\'s patent-pending technology regulates the cartridge to provide the perfect amount of pressure required to make delicious shots of espresso time after time. The Twist also easily creates the espresso base for a delicious range of drinks and desserts like cappuccinos, mochas, lattes, affogatos, frozen coffee drinks, espresso martinis, and more. The Twist is also easy to clean without requiring special tablets or complex cleaning procedures. Just give it a quick rinse when you\'re done.* Delicious espresso delivered effortlessly in single or double shots from this stylish award-winning portable espresso maker * Perfect for the home or office, the great outdoors, or anytime you are among family and friends * High temperature stability ensures the espresso is extracted at the perfect temperature, while the dynamic pressure engine ensures a soft pre-infusion and build up, ensuring the ultimate in smooth-tasting coffee * Converts from ESE Pods to fresh ground coffee in just seconds; Easy for beginners while allowing espresso enthusiasts to get the most from their beans * This item is not for sale in Catalina Island

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Gulpy Pet Water Dispenser Review

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(More customer reviews)I got this product at a petco/petsmart and it worked for several months, but then another family member of mine dropped it and it broke.
But while we were using it, it worked great!
The only thing I wished it had was a stand so it could stand up on its own, without needing someone to hold up. That is why I subtracted a star.

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Gulpy Pet Water Dispenser - FEATURES: EXCLUSIVE FLIP OPEN/FLIP CLOSE DESIGN, AUTOMATICALLY SEALS WHEN NESTED, CONVENIENT BUILT-IN BELT CLIP, GENEROUS 20oz. CAPACITY, SLIP PROOF BOTTLE GRIP, LIFETIME WARRANTY. FITS BICYCLE WATER BOTTLE HOLDERS. WE HOPE YOU

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Haier HLP23E Electronic 1-1/2-Cubic-Foot Touch Pulsator Top-Loading Portable Washing Machine Review

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(More customer reviews)I live in a one-bedroom unit in a massive apartment building with 6 laundry machines in the basement. I did not buy this unit from Amazon but rather from a Chinese electronics dealer in my area. Haier is very popular in China and the machine came highly recommended by the dealer.
The dealer delivered it to me, set it up and away we went. I have had this unit for about a month and here are my comments:
1) The unit is quieter than a traditional laundry machine.
2) I have had no problems with balancing the machine or with water intake. It fills quickly so long as there is high water pressure. The machine balances itself by stopping and starting until the clothes are balanced.
3) The high water level can accommodate a lot of clothes. I do about 3 loads a week: shirts/undies, pants, and towels.
4)It uses a lot less soap than traditional washers (about half I would say)
5)The regular wash runs for about 45 mins which I found excessive. The quickwash runs for about 22 minutes and I find that my clothes are perfectly clean. I only use the regular wash for very soiled items.
6) My unit came with casters so I had no problem. You may also buy casters at the hardware store... the casters are fairly standard.
7) Hooking it up to the sink did require a trip to the hardware store but it was easy to find the adapter as I brought the intake hose with me.

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Ideal for small apartments or homes with limited space, this portable washing machine connects to a sink in just five easy steps with the included quick-connect sink adapter. The appliance features a 1-1/2-cubic-foot tub that can accommodate loads both large and small, plus an electronic control panel with an LED display for simple operation. Choose from four wash cycles (soak, wash, rinse, or spin); four water-level settings (very low, low, medium, or high), depending on the size of the load; and six cycle programs (standard, heavy, gentle, quick wash, wash, or spin). It also provides a power "on/off" button, a "start/pause" button for starting or pausing the wash cycle, function indicator lights, a beep to signal the end of the cycle, and automatic shut-off after about 10 minutes. Leveling legs make it possible to stabilize the unit even if it sits on uneven ground, and its see-through top lid allows for checking in on the wash cycle at a glance. To ensure safety, the unit will not operate with the lid open. Accessories include a power-cord clip, a water inlet hose, a drain-hose outlet plug, a gooseneck drain hook, a drain hose clamp, a lint filter, and a water filter--both filters can be removed for cleaning as needed. Fully assembled, the CSA-approved washing machine measures 19-11/16 by 21-1/8 by 34-23/32 inches and carries a one-year warranty.

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Portable Countertop Ice Maker - White Review

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(More customer reviews)I've had this product for 7 months. I've used it regularly & had absolutely no problems at all with it. Except for the initial start up (which only lasts a couple of minutes) it runs quietly. It makes ice fast, the first batch is usually ready within 5-10 minutes and each successive batch takes about 4-6 minutes on medium sized cubes.
I use the medium sized cube setting, though there isn't a lot of difference between the 3 sizes. The ice will be wet because this is an ice maker, not a freezer. This isn't a problem if you are going to use the ice right away. It comes with a handy little scoop too. If you want to store the ice for later use, you will need to freeze it before adding it to an ice dispenser. I just pour the ice into gallon sized zipper freezer bags & stash them away. It's simple to separate the cubes after they've hardened up a bit. I usually pour them into the ice dispenser in my refrigerator freezer at that point.
I bought this ice maker because we have a big family & lots of guests and our ice maker in the refrigerator freezer has trouble keeping up with demand. This is the perfect solution. You can make ice quickly as needed or make it & store it ahead of time.
We keep it out on the counter all the time. Most people think it's a bread maker. I have found it to be quick, quiet & dependable. I'm very satisfied with it. For the money spent on it (less than $200 including shipping) I consider it one of the best appliance investments I've ever made.

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Get a great value in this Koldfront portable ice maker. This countertop ice maker pumps out up to 28 pounds of ice per day and stores about two pounds at a time in its insulated storage bin. Plus, the attractive white finish looks great almost anywhere. Just plug this compact ice maker in, fill its internal water reservoir (capacity is about a gallon), and turn it on- you'll have cool, fresh ice in less than 10 minutes! Additionally, that this ice maker is truly portable - anywhere you can plug it in to a standard 110V outlet and fill it with water, you can get ice! No permanent installation is required. Of course, is is perfectly sized for the countertop, wet bar, RV, and many other applications. Note: As mentioned above, this ice maker is not a freezer. The ice stored in the insulated storage bin melts and is steadily recycled into more fresh ice.

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