how does the stainless compare to the plastic, can someone recommend one over the other?
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My plastic spinner was made of hard plastic which, in my experience with other items made of that material, tends to crack over time. This spinner has a raised area on the bottom that the spinner basket sits on . The spinner part works like a children's top which is much nicer. I like the stainless because it is durable, keeps things cold and fresh and is easier to clean. I think the cost was maybe $20 more than good quality plastic spinners but in my mind, is well worth it.
2094094
It's stainless steel in and out. No plastic. I've had a great experience so far. I recommend it!
157309
Having both, I prefer the stainless long term. It resists staining, and it seemed like by the end of life for my nonstick version there was always a bit of coffee smell to it no matter how good it was cleaned.
1912698
the tips of the plus are stainless steel whereas the regular one are made of plastic. Also the plus seams to have a different head with a rubberized contour. but the functionality are the same.
1865878
I personally prefer the stainless blade. It doesn't take much to mess up the black covering and the knife looks ratty. But with the stainless it always looks good!
950610
Mine is well made with stainless. I would assume the brass one would be brass, not plastic.
1836390
In my opinion, but this is a strictly personal idea, brass is better (is the same metal, the same material of the inside part). Steel probably is more durable, but, for the brass model, a daily use gives wonderful "signs of time" ...
577183
The carbon blade is a bit thicker but will tend to rust if not cared for properly. Stainless steel has a bit thinner blade. Stainless steel will take much more abuse without rusting, but... it is not impervious to rust if terribly mishandled. Carbon steel has been known to take a keener edge than stainless also. Hope this helps.
381455
I love this can. I had original for 6 years and just got the 2nd for recycling. I would say that maybe the staninless would be better than the plastic. My dog tried to chew open the plastic lid and it has left not-so-nice marks... would maybe be less apparent on the stainless.
807952
All the parts are pretty simple, so there are not many difficult crevices to get into and try to clean. That was one reason I chose this model and the stainless is way easier than the plastic.
1638760
Much sturdier and has a plastic like coating. Love mine and wold recommend it.
559467
That's not a very accurate or correct product description. For food safety consideration, stainless steel is more important for the inner than the outer container. It doesn't really matter much if the outer made of plastic if the inner made of stainless steel. Or at least, the description should tell of both stainless steel AND plastic.
2169332
I got the Stainless Works Stainless Steel Beverage Dispenser Replacement Spigot(Polished Finish) and it fits great. It's more durable and pulp, etc doesn't clog it like the plastic ones. It costs more, but worth it.
1651275
304 stainless will not rust. i believe the difference basically is that one is alloyed with nickel the other with chromium.chromium alloys are much whiter.
892243
I suspect the case material, plastic vs. stainless steel, is the only difference. They are still playing with their pricing scheme.
2136608
This is far, far better than any plastic one I have ever bought. I bought one 4 years ago for my last house. It has withstood hard use with children and a husband who just carelessly yank paper towels off this. I moved, started with a new plastic one because I didn't have stainless appliances to match anymore. Gave up on plastic again and counter ones just tip over all the time. I got this Prodyne. I've had it for a month and it works as good as the one I bought 4 years ago and seems just as well made as the old one. Occasionally the paper won't tear (perforations on the paper are the problem) but when you pull, the roll will stay on. Without hesitation I recommend this. It also fits the oversize rolls This is far, far better than any plastic one I have ever bought. I bought one 4 years ago for my last house. It has withstood hard use with children and a husband who just carelessly yank paper towels off this. I moved, started with a new plastic one because I didn't have stainless appliances to match anymore. Gave up on plastic again and counter ones just tip over all the time. I got this Prodyne. I've had it for a month and it works as good as the one I bought 4 years ago and seems just as well made as the old one. Occasionally the paper won't tear (perforations on the paper are the... » Read More This is far, far better than any plastic one I have ever bought. I bought one 4 years ago for my last house. It has withstood hard use with children and a husband who just carelessly yank paper towels off this. I moved, started with a new plastic one because I didn't have stainless appliances to match anymore. Gave up on plastic again and counter ones just tip over all the time. I got this Prodyne. I've had it for a month and it works as good as the one I bought 4 years ago and seems just as well made as the old one. Occasionally the paper won't tear (perforations on the paper are the problem) but when you pull, the roll will stay on. Without hesitation I recommend this. It also fits the oversize rolls « Show Less
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I believe the 31511 is the same operationally as the 31510, with a slightly higher price for the stainless steel finish. The 31512 seems to have the convection feature, so it is not identical to either of the above.