Breville BWM520XL No-Mess Classic Waffle Maker - Stainless Steel, Easy Clean, Perfect Breakfast & Brunch Waffles for Family & Guests

This is a very nice waffle maker, but this is only based on short term usage (Used it four times so maybe 20 full size waffles)Makes a good evenly browned waffle - crispness on the outside (depending on the setting) and soft on the inside. The moat is a useful feature; however, you should still aim for minimizing overflow. Once you use it, this will be easy to estimate. If it significantly overflows into the moat, it will not make a mess, but you will notice that the top will brown more.The waffles detach easily - there is a lot of surface contact so don't expect to just rip them off, they will likely tear. Just pry gently with a suitable tool, and you will not have any issues.The initial odor from the non-stick surface seems less than with others I have tried, though it is still there.I have found I use the maximum browning setting, but I am also using a gluten free mix. Not sure if the gf makes a difference; may just be that I prefer a crispier waffle.Breville is kind of like the Ferrari of kitchen appliances; they are stylish and perform well.The styling is a bit different. At first it looks a bit unbalanced because of the large moat, but this is such a nice feature and the appearance grows on you after a short while. The stainless steel is noticeably heavier than other brands. The handle is sturdy, the sides are plastic, but the part you touch is stainless steel. It feels heavy which is a good thing. The underside has a cut out for making the cord shorter or for storing the cord when not in use. It is odd to see a kitchen appliance like this with a grounded plug (3 wire) - maybe this is a European requirement? The plug is also very different in appearance as it is shaped with a pull to make removal safer.It's a bit pricey, but I believe you are paying for quality. It has gone up in price from when I bought it. At $149 it is $20 more than I paid