We have a huge cooking apple tree in our garden and every year struggle to cope with the sheer quantity of apples , so any product that helps with the mammoth task is greatly appreciated, that said we got off to a very shaky start until we discovered the peeling blade had been put in upside down by the manufacturer , 2 minutes later we were in full production and peeled, cored and sliced a bag full of apples in no time. I would normally take a star off for the manufacturing error but the problem was so easily sorted out myself it seems unfair especially considering the great price, prompt delivery,and usefulness of the product. In short, if you have lots to peel, I would highly recommend one of these and if you don't love it straight away, turn the blade around, it is probably on backwards!