We actually bought the Whirly Pop pan and it is a household favorite! It pops nearly every kernel~no old maids!!~ and does so with a minimum of oil so it almost like having air popped. The pan has a "stirring piece" in the center that helps you to pop evenly and quickly. I highly recommend it and have given it as a gift on a number of occasions and they are all now converts to the Whirly Pop!