Timer Reviews

This is an extremely easy to use timer. I only wish more of the things I use in life had as elegent an interface!

These timers are fast to set and easy to use. They keep beeping until you stop them. The also remember the last time you used so you don't need to keep resetting it. I lost the one I had and I've been looking for a replacement. I plan on having more than one of these timers because they are so good.

There are too many great things to say about this little device: It's affordable to anybody, even if you are a student stuck living at school. It's compact, you can store it anywhere--a closet, your car, your office, the kitchen cabinet. It's powerful--I have plugged it in and in just minutes began working on an entire three course meal for six people with only this unit to work with. It's easy to clean--this is one of the few products out there that is every bit as easy to clean as the commercials show it to be on TV. It's is economical, using very little electricity to do a just that would waste electricity in a conventional oven or even an older model microwave oven. It's versatile--I have cooked everything from thin pieces of tempeh strips to thick steaks and it cooks both to perfection. You never would have been able to convince me to buy anything on TV before (and most certainly not from a former boxing champion...) but since a friend both this grill for me I have thanked them time and again (and in turn bought the same gift for many a friend of my own).

I like the double duty grill. This is the 4th George Foreman grill I have owned. The 1st was too small, the 2nd wore out and the 3rd was accidentally knocked off the counter because it was too big. This one is just the right size. The best thing is that from reading reviews, I learned how to clean the grill. I used to dread cleaning it! But after reading a review, I learned to wet paper towels, put them on the grill and close the lid. After about 15 minutes the grill was cool enough to clean and the paper towels wiped everything off the grill!!!!!!!!!!
I took it to work & we cooked hot dogs for a crowd. Do you know what kind of build-up that caused? It came right off with the wet paper towel method. George should recommend this method of cleaning in his instruction manual.

This is a GREAT product. I love that I can have a timer go off at precisely the time that my food reaches a certain temperature. What an amazing convenience.

I had a probe issue, like almost everyone else. I contacted Polder and recieved BOTH an email AND a phone call response within 30 minutes. I have never ever had such incredible response from any company. And it is less than 48 hours until Thanksgiving holiday.

They took care of my problem immediately, and gave me really good tips on caring for the probe. ALL probes have similar limitations regardless of the brand you purchase.

...Polder is heads and shoulders above,... any company that I have dealt with. They have such a rare (unfortunately, these days) concern for the hapiness of thier customers.

I can't recommend this product enough, and the company that most definitly stands behind it.

Okay so I wish that I could take back my other review. I was not happy with my probe going out. I recieved BOTH an email and a PHONE CALL within 30 minutes of my complaint. The representatives were not only VERY nice, but gave me some tips as to how to work with the probe properly to get the best use.

ALL of these timer brands have the same occasional problems, and any brand's probe has limitations. I have seen some people post here that they did not get a response from Pyrex when they had a problem. Well, Polder blows them out of the water in that regard.

It is great product. I do love that I can have a timer go off when my food gets to a specific temperature. It really frees me up to watch ALL my food, not just babysit my turkey while the other dishes over or under cook.

I really am happy, thank you to Polder customer service.

I have had a Presto timer for over 6 years, and I truly would be lost without it. It not only functions as a kitchen timer, but it serves as an alarm clock. Living in Indiana where we get weather that often knock's out our power... we have set it 8 hours ahead to wake us for work. It beeps for a full minute which I love. And you can set it up to 24 hours.
I am getting a new one (mine is still fine, but I don't want to take a chance that they will quit making them...ha ha) and I am getting one for my daughter in law. AND it runs on 1AA battery!
P. David

An excellent timer. So handy that we have purchased 3 more for gifts for our children.

I've gone through quite a few (consumer) blenders before I finally found this one.

This blender is a sure winner! It's very powerful, very well built and super easy to clean. Yes, it's [a little] than your typical consumer model, but it'll last a lot longer and it's so much more fun to use.

What to buy? How do you narrow the choices, there are so many Waring Blenders? I will tell you this, this Waring 7010WHW Blender is one industrial quality piece of equipment. (This model is marked Commercial on the motor cover on bottom.) I just made up a smoothie with a lot of frozen fruit. When it go so thick most blenders would be showing smoke, this thing kept right on grinding, without losing speed. Under all that pressure the whole thing started to slowly walk across the counter. I shut it off and said, "Wow, this is one cool piece of equipment" I have had other blenders that smoked, and the Oster lost a gasket seal on the bottom and leaks. This thing is industrial grade. Now on to the decision about which one to buy.
The experience I had with a cheaper blender going up in smoke, and the reviews on the Kitchen Aid having the same problems, I decided, as many noted, that the Waring Blenders are what the pros use, and it would be a good idea to buy one also. I was looking at the Pro Bar Blender with the stainless cup. I like the idea that you don't have to worry about breakage. If you have a lot of kids, or a clumsy spouse :-) that might be the way to go. I like this model because it has the glass, and I want to see to make sure it is clean when I am done using it.
The wattage is a question. All I can say is that this one is 360 watts, whereas the Bar Pro is 390. It is kind of funny but the Kitchen Aid mixer is 500 watts, and if you read the reviews, the motors are going up in smoke. So I wouldn't take a few extra watts too seriously.
One of the reasons why I bought this model, is because it has the word "Health" on the front. The one I received, which is the same unit, and model number, says Pro instead. I understand pictures can't always be up to date.
Another factor to consider is the weight. This model is 12 pounds shipping weight, and the other Waring Blenders are 8 or 9. Since these are made from Cast Metal Bases, as well as a cast metal cup holder base, the substantial weight is a sign of strength, and durabiity. This is the heaviest unit, and has the highest list price. (Maybe that is because of the added timer, and larger base)
The important thing is this model comes with the 5 year motor guarantee. That is not stated on many of the models. At the Waring site, they have a different designation-area for their "commercial grade" equipment. Their consumer line is lower in cost, and not guaranteed as long.
I bought this blender, and a smoothie book. What a great way to create a healthy family. Kids don't want to eat fruit? When you make a pure frozen fruit shake, out of just fruit, and a little cinnamon, they gobble them up, and you don't have to worry about fruit spoilage. When the whole family falls in love with them, a commercial grade unit like this Waring 7010WHW will give you the performance you need.

As a pastry chef, I have always had to scale out recipes to use in the kitchen. Customers who wanted a recipe from me would always get one that may or may not work. With this tool I can make sure that the recipe can be scaled down to a single measurement and will be right every time. This tool is easy to use and easier as you use it. I love mine and use it regularly. Ever have a recipe that is in ounces and grams and don't have a scale? No problem with this calculator.

There are too many great things to say about this little device: It's affordable to anybody, even if you are a student stuck living at school. It's compact, you can store it anywhere--a closet, your car, your office, the kitchen cabinet. It's powerful--I have plugged it in and in just minutes began working on an entire three course meal for six people with only this unit to work with. It's easy to clean--this is one of the few products out there that is every bit as easy to clean as the commercials show it to be on TV. It's is economical, using very little electricity to do a just that would waste electricity in a conventional oven or even an older model microwave oven. It's versatile--I have cooked everything from thin pieces of tempeh strips to thick steaks and it cooks both to perfection. You never would have been able to convince me to buy anything on TV before (and most certainly not from a former boxing champion...) but since a friend both this grill for me I have thanked them time and again (and in turn bought the same gift for many a friend of my own).

If you read the other posts I have left for the Kitchen Aid Red series, you know I am a fan!! But this timer is really special- VERY unexpectedly (pleasantly so) heavy (1 D battery included), and the directions are fairly easy to follow. The only detractor is if you set it on top of your stove shelf, it is hard to see (the angle being a little off)!! If you leave it on your counter, it is a beautiful addition to your kitchen!!

I bought the George Foreman for its lean cooking quality. It is the best thing! Not only can I grill chicken, but I found myself grilling veggies I would not eat before such as asparagus and eggplant. It's also great for all sorts of seafood; I now have catfish at least once a week without frying it. The extra large description of it is not very accurate. If I am cooking for two people, I usually do the veggies first and then grill the fish or meat since it does not all fit at once. Next time I will probably get a bigger one.

I am a thirtysomething woman with the cooking skills of a teenage boy, and the GF Grill was "prescribed" to me by some friends and family who sympathized with my ongoing struggles...and I must say that it has proved to be excellent "treatment plan!" I LOVE IT! I have grilled chicken breasts to mind-blowing juicy perfection, portabella mushrooms, turkey, tofu dogs, and many assorted vegetables -- even such tricky ones as okra -- on this grill. I've found no need to thaw anything or use cooking spray. I admit that I haven't even read the directions that came with it. And it really did clean up beautifully with nothing but wet paper towels. I recommend the "family" size even if you live alone, so that you can grill your entree and side items all at once. This delightful thing now has a permanent home on the counter, and my take-out bills and waistline are sure to improve dramatically. Warmly recommended to all...and remember, friends don't let friends eat fast food!

I am seriously cooking challenged, perhaps the biggest moron from any kitchen in North America. In my early 40's, I can barely boil water and have never made a hot meal for myself. I rely on fast food and my dinner generally consisted of Cheerios (literally). Everyone at work have urged me for over a year to get the George Foreman grill. I warily watched George's infomercials and grudgingly resisted taking the plunge to buy this grill. I thought there was no way it could possibly be as easy as Foreman made it seem. Boy, was I wrong.

I have had this grill for over a year and can honestly attest this is the best fifty bucks I have ever plucked down. Already I have made hamburgers in a jiffy, grilled salmon, shrimp and boneless chicken breasts. This may seem like nothing to you, but for someone who regarded Shredded Wheat as a gourmet meal, this grill has put a huge smile on my face, not to mention my husband, who is dancing a jig whenever the cooking aroma wafts his way.

Using the grill really is as easy as the infomercials claim. Grab your hamburger patties, sprinkle on some seasoning, pluck them down on the grill, close the lid and six minutes later you have a perfectly cooked burger. I was in ecstasy the first time I tasted one of my creations. No longer am I the most cooking challenged human being on the planet, I am giving Julia Childs a run for her money. God bless George Foreman, this product is fantastic. If you're a novice cook or a pro, you can't go wrong with this product.