Wabash Valley Farms Stovetop Popper - Whirley Pop with Metal Gears and Popping Kit - Perfect Popcorn in 3 Minutes

Fab popcorn marker, pleased with purchase. So quick with little waste.

Received the Whirley Pop aluminum model with metal gears today. I immediately registered it with Whirley Pop to activate the 25 year warranty. I washed it, seasoned it and poured in the Wabash Valley Farms popping kit that comes with the Whirley Pop. Used it on a gas stove set on medium heat. My first impression was that the unit seemed too thin and lightweight. However, I now believe that it may be constructed this way in order to more quickly transfer heat into the popcorn kernels. I was amazed at how fast it is to pop a batch of popcorn. The popping kit made it very easy, with the kernels, coconut oil, and popcorn salt all in one pouch. Just cut it open, pour it in and you're ready to go. I won't be purchasing any additional 'popping kits' however, after I see how much they cost. Definitely worth it to purchase kernels, oil and some Flavacol salt, and measure them out yourself. Much cheaper. The metal gears on the Whirley Pop operate smoothly, with no binding. The lid is easy to remove for cleaning, and while it does seem like some thin gauge aluminum, it does feel like it should last for years. Time will tell. The popcorn itself is much better looking and tasting than microwave popcorn, which is mostly all I've eaten for many years. I'm happy with this purchase, and would recommend this product if you're a popcorn enthusiast like myself. I will update if I have any issues with this product.

I am so pleased with this purchase! I’ve never had more delicious popcorn, and the popper is way to use. It’s fun to crank the handle, too. Weird? Haha! I was surprised at how light weight the pot is, so I am careful not to drip it in fear of denting it. I also wish it were dishwasher safe. Cleaning it can be a bit of a pain, because I don’t like washing dishes by hand. However, that doesn’t stop me from using the heck out of this things I do prefer using my own pipcorn, oil, and seasoning, as I find the pre made packets expensive and too salty. I use coconut oil which gives the popcorn a nice flavor.

Best popcorn maker i have ever owned

I had been shopping for popcorn machine before I considered one of these whirley pop style makers. Now that I have this one, i'm glad I didn't go with a machine. With the right ingredients, the popcorn is at a level with 'movie-theatre' quality. It's delicious! Add your kernels, oil, and flavacol, turn the heat on (i use med heat), and stir the handle. Popcorn is ready in a few minutes. I do a half cup of kernels, which will fill the pot when popped. I believe a full pot would be equivalent to 2-3 bags of microwave popcorn. While cleaning the lid well can be a little cumbersome, it is much easier than cleaning out a machine! Overall, this has completely scratched the itch I have for quality popcorn.

This was a gift. My daughter is very happy with it. Makes the Best tasting popcorn!