Simple, efficient, good buy
591745
We have been using this humidifier for about 3 weeks now, almost daily, and it has held up well.  My wife was worried about having a warm mist machine because of the risk of steam burns, but this unit mixes the steam with cool air from the room to effectively release a mildly warm mist into the room.  We never even use the 2nd setting, we just stick with the low setting, and a tank of water will last at least 2 full nights.

We were given a cool mist humidifier for a baby shower and used it about a week before we realized that filter costs and cleaning would end up really wearing us out.  Plus the cool mist machines breed bacteria and blow it into the air for your newborn to breathe.  This was just the smarter choice, and no filters to replace weekly.

If your looking for a simple efficient machine, this is it.  It's easy to use, easy to clean, and reliable every time.  It also works with Vicks Vapo Steam, which is great if your infant suffers at night from congestion and breathing problems like ours.
3023188
Easy to use, easy to clean, looks good, works like a charm. Would buy (and have bought) again.
3331593
simple to use, good quality vs lesser priced units, and/or higher priced units
4518972
We use our electric kettle 1-2 times a day to heat water to warm up the kids' lunch thermoses and to make tea. I've had this kettle for a couple of weeks. It's replacing a cheap plastic model from West Bend that died on us after 15 years of use.

This is a very good buy for the cost. I gave it four stars because there are a couple of things that aren't perfect, but could have been better.

Pros:
The removable cord is great. My old kettle lacked this, which meant the plug sometime got wet when filling it.

Small size. I only need 4 cups of hot water at a time (that's the size of my tea pot). This has slightly more capacity than that, but by being smaller than most other electric kettles it isn't overkill, and doesn't take up a lot counter space.

Light weight. Those metal ones are pretty, but really heavy! This one is so light I don't worry about accidentally losing my grip and spilling hot water.

Speed. This kettle does heat water quickly.

Top opens fully. This makes it easy to fill and dump after use (I never leave water standing in the kettle.)

Water level is easy to see. This is a nice feature when filling, since you can better judge how much you need. My old kettle didn't do this, and I often ended up with less water than I wanted.

Handle stays cool, and no steam hits my hand when I pour. This is a definite improvement over my old kettle.

Cons:
Noisy. It does make quite a bit of noise when it's on, right from the first moment. It's not really a problem for me, since it's usually in another room when it's on, but I wouldn't want it really close by when it's heating water.

Quiet when it finishes. Once it is boiling, it's noticeably quieter, until it actually finishes. I can usually hear the noise of the switch moving when it automatically shuts off, but not always. You do have to stay no more than a room away if you want to catch your water just as it hits boiling.

It doesn't cycle on and off. My old kettle did this, which meant that I still had hot water if my tea-making got interrupted by kids or something else. With this one you'll have to actually turn it on again if you get distracted for a few minutes.

Slight smell of warm plastic from the machine. I haven't noticed any change in smell or taste to the water, though.

The cord is fairly short. If you have a hard time getting to an outlet, you may want something with a longer cord.

The top was a bit stiff at first. The first time my husband used it, he didn't even realize you could pull the top all the way to verticle. Yes, you can, but it does stiffen a bit when you get the top to 45 degrees. I now have the hang of using the right amount of force to open it easily, but I could imagine someone either pulling so hard they break it, or being afraid to put enough pressure on the lid to open it all the way.

Overall, I'm very pleased with this purchase. We'll see if it lasts 15 years, but in the meantime I'd recommend it to anyone who wants a small, simple kettle that doesn't cost too much.
1479474
Simple design, decent quality, works as expected, no complaints
4426711
Works like expected,  price is right and convenient.
470990
I can't think of many faults of this fine unit.
It seems to heat up any amount of water in about 3 minutes.
It turns itself off when it's done and it actually retains the
water's temperature for quite a while. It's base is decently
small and not protruding into all your counter space. It fits
on easily to the base and just takes a simple flip of the switch
to get it going. Yes, the outside gets hot, just use the handle,
that's what it's for.
The only things I could see doing differently would be:
moving the volume window from directly behind the handle. Can be
a bit hard to see sometimes.
Maybe a sound of some sort to let you know it's done(though you'll likely
know by the sound of roiling water).
Very good buy overall!
353002
This electric knife is simple to use, cuts very well, and is easy to assemble/disassemble for cleaning.  The case is convenient for storage, as I only use this knife once or twice a month for gatherings.  So far there aren't any issues with quality or durability and I would recommend this to anyone looking for a good priced, reliable electric knife.
2554369
It's a big improvement over my old Fellowes cross-cut shredder. This Amazon Basics shredder is quiet and very efficient. The shred size is approximately 3/16" X 3/8", (4.75mm X 9.5mm). (*See photo.) The basket is a sturdy-enough shiny plastic and has a good capacity. Since the shreds are so small and easily spread out in the container, you don't have to empty it very often. The only minor strike against it: The shredding process produces a noticeable amount of paper dust. It clings to the basket and the shredder window and, I imagine, might look like a mess after a while if you don't periodically wipe it off. (*See photo.) Also, (and, again, minor), feeding the paper in the slot can be a little finicky. You have to insert it at the correct angle. You quickly get the hang of it.
Overall, this is a fantastic shredder at a reasonable cost. Check it out!
1313825
Easy to assemble and operate. Really produces heat and is readily transported. Using it to heat a bathroom and home gym. Has worked flawlessly, is efficient, and not terribly expensive.
1235662
Good purchase, simple design and easy to install.
2911283
Simple, functional, great.  The extra batteries are a nice touch.  Nice.
92628
We bought this for our home office and it is quick, efficient and easy to use without all the bells and whistles.  Love it!
1778003
Nice, clean design, does its job. Nothing fancy, not for the granite and stainless crowd, maybe, but blends with simple, functional kitchens where form and sensible price matter. Would certainly recommend.
3569485
Have this for my home office, small but efficient!
1481911
A true great buy, works flawlessly. it is what it is... what else can you say?
2780529
Good, Cheap, Effective. Great buy for the price