I just got one of these about a month ago! (pawn shop find; paid about the same as CHC)
Despite the price, I think it's well worth it for – among others – the following reasons:
- As opposed to other bits of expensive equipment, this is bound to see much more use (what don't you use a pot or pan for?)
- Seeing the temperatures and heat transference settings makes you think more about how you cook
- Perfect rolling boil for that won't overflow
- Perfect pressure cooker pressure, every time, with no variance
- Deep frying control
- Slow cast iron grilled cheese
- Can take it outside to sear steak, deep fry or do anything else that stinks up the house.
@CanadianHomeChef: Who did you contact to get updated firmware? Mine's older than the hills.
