We have the Hot Dog Maker now a couple of months and quite often USER because it's fun;) I agree that the bread on one side dark (not black) and on the other not fully hot, just warm. But I will - with conventional production - a part of the oven, they are dry or I nehem all out and they are totally cold until you need them. Shortcoming: It is difficult to clean the unit. He is not perfect and you have only once have the right bread found (we have become good & find at Edeka) that really fit well in and not get stuck half-blackened ^^ If you get past these first steps and still expect no absolute perfectionist you are hereby very well off! Serves 2 2 hot dogs at the same time always have at hand - not necessarily in between races into the kitchen to get supplies - have available a saucepan with hot water and sausages on the table and let the Brötchem slowly but surely in the oven are always dry ... the deleted! For a nice to sighted "Toaster" middle of the table and everyone can fully forward to the preparation of their own hot dogs and you will also be willing to experiment ... Tip: ever tried with sauerkraut instead of Danish cucumbers?!? ;) Pros and cons weighed and considered the fun we'll definitely 4 star!