DASH Turbo POP Popcorn Maker with Measuring Cup to Portion Popping Corn Kernels + Melt Butter, 8 Cup Popcorn Machine - White

TIP: When you put in kernels in, put about 1 tbsp. Not a full measurement of the measuring cup provided. The less you put in to cook at a time, the less that end up unpoped.When I did my first popcorn popping with this, it didn't pop half the corn kernels. Then when I hand picked them all out and ran them through again, they damn near all popped.So I put new kernels in. The first time my mistake was filling the measuring cup all the way. The measuring cup that came with it that is. This time, I filled it about 1/4th.That time I was impressed. There were only 3 kernels that didn't pop.The machine works great. I've used it about 7 times. It heats up quickly, like a plug in space heater, and smells just like one too. While sounding like a hair dryer.And it is really fun to watch the popcorn spining. The kernels do pop violently, but that is their nature.Over all very satisfied. I'm happy I went with this newer version for $10 more, since they claimed the spinning helped pop more kernels. I have no way of knowing unless I buy the other and test them. Even if that isn't the case and out doesn't help, the spinning is fun to look at.I wanted a way to have a healthy snack without oils or butter, and this was it.

Just used my air popper for the first time. I like that it does not require oil to pop the kernels. I use truffle Parmesan seasoning and it is delicious. Some of the kernels got stuck in the main cavity, so they kind of started exploding out the top. The machine also expelled a good number of unpopped kernels pretty early in the popping process. I will use less than one cup of kernels next time. Instructions say to use big kernels, which I did, not specialty small ones. Overall, I am happy with the product as it is pretty cheap and makes good popcorn. Saves my stove top from being wrecked by me shaking a pan for 10 minutes!

So far the quality of the popped corn is great. The machine is easy to use. Very cost-effective too. Except for one feature, I am very pleased.The hood of the popper is not large enough to direct the popped corn into a bowl.My dogs were thrilled when I used it the first time because the popped corn shot all over the kitchen; as far as the opposite side of the kitchen and all over the floor.My dogs thought it was their treat - they ate every piece of popped corn that hit the floor. If I had made a video, it would go viral because it was hilarious. However, I didn't buy the popper to entertain others on YouTube or to feed my dogs unexpected treats. I was somewhat at fault because I didn't stand next to it to see if there might be an issue the first time I used it.BUT, I like how the popcorn turns out well enough to try to figure out how to add to the hood so the popped corn will be directed into a bowl.The packing was good, the time it took to arrive was excellent, and the quality of the popped corn is perfect. I wish the manufacturer had included a bigger hood my review would be 5 stars.Despite the initial chaos, I recommend this popper.

I've had this popcorn maker for several months and really hoped it would get better. Unless you like lots of unpopped kernels and popcorn flying all over the kitchen - do yourself a favor and don't buy this. I tried several different types and sizes of kernels - hoping to find the one that would make this maker usable. It did not help at all - always lots of unpopped kernels. I also tried various sizes and depths of bowls to catch the popcorn because the chute is so short. Nope - popcorn all over the place.We make popcorn often, so I really wanted to give this a shot. But I finally have to admit the truth - this one just sucks. It's truly a shame! I don't like leaving bad reviews or throwing away things that can be useful - but this is headed to the TRASH, unfortunately.

I was really disappointed with the mess that it makes when using the popper. The popcorn and kernels come flying out and bounce out of the bowl, no matter what size bowl I use. Not just a piece here and there- probably about a 1c of popped pieces/kernels each time; About 1/3 of the kernels don’t get popped-

Great product....works perfectly......no oil needed.....very few unpeopled kernels.....size of popped corn is consistent and rounder than most.....very few hulls.....only slight downfall is the small tray on top doesn't melt the better....need to finish the job in the microwave for a bit....very happy with product

I have two issues with this machine. First, the unpopped popcorn kernels fly out of the machine. The chute is simply too short. Second, it left too many unpopped kernels. I switched to the Preso air popper, and it worked much better.

My hubby wanted a popcorn popper. This one doesn't take up a lot of space. It works great and does its job.