Works well overall but does take work.Originally bought the 9.6g that didn't come with the thumper or pump for $120+. Bought this one as it was only $100 and came with extra important parts to make the job easier.Down side was the main pot was SMALLER than the first pot I got even though both listed as 9.6g. I gave the smaller pot away.OTHER DOWN SIDE: The few parts that attach to the lid for the spout and thermometer are not stainless steel. So they rust which to me is a huge problem as some of this rust is under your lid inside your pot. Still trying to find stainless steel parts so I don't have to clean the shit out of it every time.But still all in all not a bad set up and works great. Ya just have to do a little tweaking here and there find out what works best for ya.