I was given one of these for Christmas in 2006, Although we only used it rarely it broke after 6 months. The toaster part just quit working which makes the whole thing broken. Then I was given a brand new one for Christmas 2008, and here we are July 2009 and the toaster part is broke on this one as well. Overall is if It lasts it's great. If it breaks they are $50.00 to replace. My opinion is to get a toaster and poach the egg yourself!