I waited a few months before reviewing this. I'm a fan. It does perfectly. I just wanted it for veggies, so this is the perfect size for our family of 4. Yes, the lid is hard to close (you have to push down) but from what I've read, that will correct itself the more it gets used. I do have to say, the metal "tray" part that goes inside does not get clean. I assume that is just because it is stainless steel..... I have scrubbed and scrubbed and scrubbed and there is still a residue on it that I can see but not feel. Oh well. I'm still very happy with this cooker.