05206 Showtime Gourmet Oil Popcorn Popper - 9-Cups, Built-In Serving Bowl, Compact Design, Ceramic Nonstick, PFAS Free, Yellow

This popcorn maker is great! It's super easy to use if following the instructions and the popcorn comes out tasting great. This is the perfect option for you if you're like me and don't like air poppers, microwave bags, burning popcorn on the stove, or buying a huge proper machine that takes up a lot of space. This one is compact, looks fairly nice, and collapses down to store really easily. When in use, I get very few unpopped kernels in the bottom, and I haven't had a single burnt one across about a dozen batches by following the instructions (after a 3 second delay in pops, turn it off and flip it over). The ceramic nonstick coating on the plate works really well too, I haven't noticed any sticking at all. And since you don't really need to use any utensils on it, I imagine the coating will hold up for a long time. I do make sure to use plenty of oil - 2 tbsp per 1/3 cup of kernels - and I typically go for the Orville Redenbacher specific popping oil but plan to test out refined coconut oil next as a more neutral option. Once it's done popping and I add some salt and clarified butter, this turns into movie theater-tier popcorn. A few minor annoyances with this machine: it's messy. The lid/bucket has slots in it to release steam, but at the same time, little drops of hot oil are going to go flying out when it's in use. I can typically fix this by laying a couple napkins or a paper towel on top, but I usually have to hold it sort of above the top so it catches the oil while also releasing the steam to keep the popcorn crunchy. This is probably the biggest issue with the machine. The bucket is also not super fun to clean - it's easy enough to hand wash, but I would have loved something dishwasher-safe to make it just a little less of a thing to use. Last, if you want to collapse it down for storage, there's no way to store it without the heating plate being exposed. In my house, it tends to collect airborne cat hair, so I have to be really careful to wipe it down before use every time. A cover or bag could have fixed this, but with the way it's designed you either have to store it with the very tall top on, or take it off and just be aware that you'll have to wipe it down before you put your oil on. Overall, this is a really nice popper that's surprisingly cheap. I've been using it quite a bit since I got it, and the difference from microwaved or air popped popcorn is honestly huge. If you're picky about your popcorn and don't mind a bit of a mess to clean up, I highly recommend this one!

This machine is great because it’s compact and nobody wants to own a big machine just for popcorn. It pops enough for a few people or one hungry adult. It does not burn the popcorn and it just works like you expect it to. Very durable and quality materials. The lid is not flimsy like others I’ve owned. The only criticism I have is that it doesn’t stir itself so I’ve found it takes more oil than the stirring kind to pop well. I prefer the automatic stirring machines because they make every kernel pop with less oil but this machine will last longer because it has no moving parts to worry about. The yellow looks very nice and appetizing on the shelf while it sits inside of its own lid for compact storage. I got a used model from this seller for $25 and it looks brand new. Also, it’s super easy to clean by hand.

More work then a hot air popper but better quality popcorn. Pops about the same amount of popcorn as a large size bag. It doesn't blow kernels everywhere as there is no fan. After popping is complete, I pour the contents into a separate bowl and add a generous dash of dry butter/salt flavoring.

I like this so much better than our air popper. It is easier to use than cooking on the stove. I cannot seem to be consistent on the toughness of the popcorn. I’ve tried different types and brands of popcorn and they might be great one day and tough the next. Could be oil? I will keep experimenting. Good quality and I like the look of it.

Popped the corn perfectly and left only a few unpopped kernels even though it has no stirrer. About the right size for two people as pops just a little over twice the amount of a standard microwave popcorn bag. Relatively easy cleanup.

OK. I admit I was heavily influenced by all the rave reviews and the design of this popper, but severely disappointed in its performance. Basically, no popped kernels, instead the kernels burned. Because my return date had expired, I contacted Presto customer service and let them know how disappointed I was. After going thru a series of questions of what I did and how I applied the oil, what type of oil I used, what brand of popcorn, the amount of popcorn, etc., they offered to have their "quality" team take a look at it. They sent me the mailing label, I boxed it up and sent it out. Just received word that their testing showed no defects! They are sending it back to me and I have no idea what to do with it. I tried numerous times to get it to work and I simply give up. I am 75 yrs old and a college grad...this is not rocket science, this is popcorn! 1/3 cup of Orville Redenbacher, 2 T of oil (I use olive oil) and the yellow lid is taken off prior to popping. And the kernels sit on the plate and burn. Customer service was very cooperative, but I still have the problem. Into the donation bin it will go, I guess.

Easy to use, easy to clean (even by hand), quickly makes really tasty popcorn. I crafted a toque* for Poppy because things get a little messy while she’s doing her thing. The clever design means she takes up surprisingly little room. Looks cute on the open shelving in my pantry. A++ (I apologize for the camera work; I’m disabled and needed to grab a stool so I could sit.) *Not recommending anyone else do so.

My favorite small appliance! Makes a perfect single serving (for me) of popcorn, and is super easy to clean and store. I am so happy with this purchase! Does not leave a bunch lf unopened kernels, and is relatively quick.

This machine is awesome. It works very well. Hope it lasts.

Works great, all kernels pop

The size of this popcorn machine is best for one popcorn-hungry person or for 2 regular appetites per batch. It pops well with only a few leftover kernels. Uses 2 tbsp. oil and 1/3 of a cup of popcorn. Add 1/4 tsp. Flavacol to the popper base and you will have extra tasty popcorn. It cleans up nicely and is not messy unless you overdo the oil. Easy to operate. I recommend this nice little unit.

Nice little unit. It stores away easily, taking very little space, yet is big enough for a nice batch of popcorn for up to two people. I just wonder if it's a little expensive for what it is, but if it lasts a few years, I'll be able to overlook that.

It failed after two uses. Sent it back. So far, Amazon has promised a refund, so we will see how that works out.