Benchmark 60048 Party Occasion The Dogpound Hotdog Steamer

We ordered this for Memorial Day Weekend and it was a HUGE hit with the family. I didn’t notice that the buns got too soft from the steam because the hot dogs were eaten so fast. However, I think if they weren’t eaten so fast the buns might have been a little soggy after a couple of hours. I think that problem would be solved by using those individual foil hot dog bags, once the buns reach the desired temperature and softness. I also purchased those on Amazon but didn’t use them because as stated, the hot dogs were eaten so quickly. The machine holds a TON of water so you don’t have to worry about re-filling it for all day use. I hauled out my seldom used crockpot and filled it with chili and set it next to the hot dog machine along with a big bowl of grated cheese and everyone was in Self Serve Hot Dog Heaven. Worth every penny and easy to clean up afterwards. 5 Star Purchase.

This is a terrible product that broke 3 months after purchase. It leaks, did not get hot enough at first, then it got too hot and burned the dogs. The handles fell off the glass windows. It shouldn't be meant for food consumption, it's along the same line as the "Easy Bake Oven."

Unit broke after one day of use.Replaced with another one and it also stopped heating after one use!It appeared to be used also.

This came in bent and had screws missing. Won’t send back because I really needed it for my event. My husband fixed it so I could use it. Just a heads up.

Works well as intended

The staff that used this loved it and it was easy for people to see what they were getting to eat.

I took the machine out of the box and first thing I see is the HotDog sticker is upside down!!! If that isnt annoying enough the rails for the doors to slide are both bent. The doors on both sides it side and is already causing scratching and I am sure ultimately breaking the glass door. The doors do not close all the way because of this and it will effect the cooking time and warmth with steam escaping. I had to walk away because it was so disappointing. I dont even know if it works or not! I would LOVE a new sticker to cover the upside down one ... my guests are going to think I am a moron! Please and thank you!I will update rating if this is taken care of in a timely manner!