It is one of the best purchases I have ever made. I wish I would have bought one years ago.All of these outraged, one star reviews with pics and complaints of electrical issues and corroded outlets aren't adjusting the distiller lid properly. This causes steam to condense around the top of the cord and flow down to the outlet, shorting it out, and corrosion occurs.It isn't a hassle or anything, there is no extra effort. We just have to be careful and monitor for leaks until you get the hang of it, then you don't have to. We just need to be more aware, that's all. :)They're frying their systems and blaming the unit.