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Avanti White Tabletop Thermoelectric Water Cooler/Heater - WD31EC

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Avanti White Tabletop Thermoelectric Water Cooler/Heater - WD31EC/ Normal Or Energy Saver Modes/ Push Button Faucets/ Built-In Cup Storage Compartment/ Silent Thermoelectric Technology/ Full LED Display For All Functions/ Child Safety Guard On Hot Faucet/ Uses 2, 3, 5 Gallon Bottles (Not Included)/ White Finish

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Avanti White Tabletop Thermoelectric Water Cooler/Heater - WD31EC

There's no better break during a long work day than a nice stroll to the watercooler, and even the smallest workspace or home office can fit this mighty mouse! The Avanti Tabletop Thermoelectric Water Cooler/Heater WD31EC offers separate push button faucets for refreshing cold drinking water or piping hot water for coffee, cocoa, and instant soup. Constructed of lightweight and durable ABS thermoplastic, the WD31EC uses compressor-free thermoelectric technology for quiet and cost-efficient cooling. Plus, it's designed to save extra energy, offering separate on/off power switches for hot and cold water operations and a choice of normal and energy saver modes. Key features include: full LED display for all functions; built-in cup storage compartment; convenient drain plugs for both hot and cold reservoirs; child safety guard on hot faucet; and uses standard 2, 3, or 5 gallon bottles (not included). The Avanti Tabletop Thermoelectric Water Cooler/Heater WD31EC allows cold or hot water to be dispensed wherever refreshment is needed, whether in the home or office or on the go in RV's or boats!

Features:

Normal or Energy Saver modes
Lightweight and durable ABS construction
For use at home or offices, RV´s or boats
Push button faucets for hot or cold water
Built-in cup storage compartment
Convenient drain plugs for hot and cold reservoirs
Avanti Tabletop Thermoelectric Water Cooler/Heater
Silent thermoelectric technology
Full LED display for all functions
Child safety guard on hot faucet
Uses standard 2, 3, 5 gal. bottles
Separate on/off switches for hot and cold
Energy requirements: 120 volts / 60 hertz

Approximate Dimensions:

Height: 16"
Width: 12"
Depth: 13"

Approximate Weight:

Shipping: 18 lbs

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Manufacturer Warranty(authorized online retailer): 1 Year parts and labor

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Product Review Summary

4.0 (based on 76 reviews)

92% of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Pros

Good construction (37)
Easy to clean (36)
High quality (27)
Intuitive controls (26)
Great Tasting (13)
No/Little Mess (12)

Cons

Tastes Bad (3)

Best Uses

Small Kitchens (34)
Dorm Rooms (19)
Simple Meals (13)
Large Kitchens (9)
Break Room (7)
Snack (5)

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5.0

I would buy this product again

Reviewed by BBaker (Quality Oriented) from Carlsbad, NM on Jul 14, 2010

BOTTOM LINE Yes, I would recommend this to a friend.

Great water cooler keeps water temp just right for drinking. Water gets plenty hot for making hot drinks

Best Uses:	Anyplace water is needed
Cons:	Very small water stream
Pros:	Works great

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4.0

Just as Described

Reviewed by SharpRock (Quality Oriented) from Roberta, GA on Jun 03, 2010

BOTTOM LINE Yes, I would recommend this to a friend.

Small, Compact, nice and cold and very hot. Runs a little slow when you are dispensing but over all it is fine.

Best Uses:	Break Room, Snack
Pros:	Easy To Prepare, Healthy, Great Tasting, Quick preparation, No/Little Mess

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1.0

Just don't mention taste and color.

Reviewed by pip2200 (Quality Oriented) from Northfield, MA on Jan 10, 2010

BOTTOM LINE No, I would not recommend this to a friend.

The unit has a heavy plastic taste with the cold water and has developed rust with the hot water system. There is a gradual build up of rust and after a month, there is significant rust that I have drained out of the bottom of the hot water discharge tube. Simply undrinkable at this stage....a very disappointed customer.

Pros:	Easy To Prepare, Quick preparation
Cons:	Tastes Bad, Unhealthy

1 of 1 customers found this review helpful.

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4.0

Great for single users

Reviewed by Padre (Value Oriented) from Hartford, MI on Jan 01, 2010

BOTTOM LINE Yes, I would recommend this to a friend.

It works well except that you can only get a couple of drinks whether hot or cold before you have to wait a long time for it to recover. Good for personal use but not for a group.

Pros:	Great Tasting, Easy To Prepare
Cons:	Limited capacity
Best Uses:	Personal use

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3.0

It doesn't work as good as it looks

Reviewed by Marc the Pharmacist (Value Oriented) from Hackensack, NJ on Sep 12, 2009

BOTTOM LINE No, I would not recommend this to a friend.

The unit is simple to get started and to use. It is very compact and allows the use of just about any size water bottle. What I don't like is the fact that when you dispense the water into a cup, it takes forever. Sometimes you want a glass of water right away. However, you could fill a glass with tap water, drink it, and repeat the process before you would fill the same glass with water from the cooler.

Cons:	1st one was damaged, Water only drips out
Pros:	Easy to get started, Fits anywhere, Looks great
Best Uses:	Snack, Every day drinking supply

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4.0

Awsome Water cooler/ Heater Great Buy!!

Reviewed by Cherie (Value Oriented) from MPLS, MN on Aug 29, 2009

BOTTOM LINE Yes, I would recommend this to a friend.

[...]Very compact (love that in the camper)Only thing that I didn't take into account is putting the H2O bottel and not having any water leakage. We manage not too big of a deal.Would advise that this is a GOOD product and a GOOD company to do business with.

Best Uses:	Camping
Cons:	Messy
Pros:	Quick preparation, Great Tasting

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4.0

Great for Personal Use

Reviewed by Tennessee (Value Oriented) from Knoxville, TN on Aug 03, 2009

BOTTOM LINE Yes, I would recommend this to a friend.

Cold water is perfect temp (~40F). Hot water is hot enough for coffee/tea (~190F). Easy to replace 3 gallon water jug, but could be more difficult for a 5 gallon. Product itself feels unstable, but nothing has happened yet. Only real bad part is that the pour (more like a drip) is very slow. Very slow.

Pros:	Cold Water is Cold, Hot Water is Coffee Hot
Best Uses:	One person no hurry
Cons:	REALLY SLOW POUR

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4.0

Good value and price

Reviewed by Sasha (Value Oriented) from Arizona on Jun 07, 2009

BOTTOM LINE Yes, I would recommend this to a friend.

This is a great water cooler for the price and it is very quiet when it is on. Make sure to rinse it really really good before you put water in it. My first bottle of water tasted a little funny but now it is great.

Best Uses:	At home
Pros:	Great Tasting, Very quiet

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5.0

Avanti White Tabletop Thermoelectric

Reviewed by Schist (Quality Oriented) from Western Michigan on Jun 01, 2009

BOTTOM LINE Yes, I would recommend this to a friend.

We use this in the kitchen as our well water has iron and sulphur. It works great for both hot and cold. We're all drinking a lot more water and a lot less soda.[...]

Pros:

Healthy

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4.0

I Love this product

Reviewed by nica (Value Oriented) from Albuquerque, NM on May 29, 2009

BOTTOM LINE Yes, I would recommend this to a friend.

Great product except the water comes out a little slow....

Pros:

Healthy, No/Little Mess, Quick preparation, Easy To Prepare, Great Tasting

1 of 1 customers found this review helpful.

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5.0

Benefits outweigh the cost!!!

Reviewed by Mamajojo (Value Oriented) from Puyallup, WA on May 12, 2009

BOTTOM LINE Yes, I would recommend this to a friend.

My family uses the water cooler for every day use. I especiallly like that my teenager drinks a lot more water than before making this purchuse. A huge plus!!! Also, I use the microwave less for reheating my coffee and our making hot tea or instant coffee. Yeah!!! My teenager seems to think it takes too long to fill up his water bottle but, he's a teenager who is always on the go...me, I say slow down. I get about 22 ounces out of it(cold water) before the light comes on to let me know it's cooling again. Personally, I think that's pretty good considering that before I drink the full 22 ounces the cooler has the water chilled for my next 22 ounces! I also enjoy the storage compartment. Our drinking cups fit nicely in it. All in all, I feel that the cost I invested in your product has overwhelmingly been worth the money spent. I plan to purchase one for my parents as well. Thank you.

Best Uses:	Every day use
Pros:	Quick preparation, Great Tasting, Healthy, No/Little Mess, Easy To Prepare, Great Kitchen Addition

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5.0

Love it! Better than expected.

Reviewed by Everet (Quality Oriented) from Oak Harbor, WA on May 04, 2009

BOTTOM LINE Yes, I would recommend this to a friend.

This water cooler/heater is used in our home. It fits beautifully on our counter top, looks great and works exceptionally well. Would defenitely recommend this product to others.

Pros:

Great Tasting, No/Little Mess

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4.0

Great value for small office or home

Reviewed by Suremon (Quality Oriented) from Denver, CO on Apr 03, 2009

BOTTOM LINE Yes, I would recommend this to a friend.

Other than the slow flow rate and potentially limiting hot water capacity, this is a very good value. Groups of more than a dozen may want to opt for a full-size model.

Best Uses:	Break Room
Pros:	Great Tasting, No/Little Mess
Cons:	Slow flow rate

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5.0

I would buy this product again

Reviewed by dustbuny2 (Value Oriented) from Kempner,TX on Mar 25, 2009

BOTTOM LINE Yes, I would recommend this to a friend.

We use in the kitchen.

Pros:	Good tasting water, Quickly heats water
Best Uses:	Home use
Cons:	None as of yet

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4.0

Good value

Reviewed by Tea Time'ur (Value Oriented) from Very Rural, KY on Mar 04, 2009

BOTTOM LINE Yes, I would recommend this to a friend.

We use bottled water for drinking and cooking in our home. We also have a small guest cabin and use the table top model recently purchased there. It is great for quick hot tea, hot chocolate and chilled drinking water. Very handy. Water does come out a bit slow but hey...it is a guest/vacation cabin. You are supposed to slow down relax and enjoy... Works for us.

Pros:	Custom temp settings, Easy to clean, Small size, Does hold a 5 gal bottle, Tiny cupboard, Handy time saver
Best Uses:	Guest cabin
Cons:	Limited hotcold storage, Safety switch combersome

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1.0

very unsatisfactry item

Reviewed by makelson (Quality Oriented) from New Jersey on Feb 24, 2009

BOTTOM LINE No, I would not recommend this to a friend.

I am totally dissatisfied with this product. It produces small amoutns of useable hot/cold water - and takes an inordinate amount of time to reccop same. I don't like the 'child' safety factor on the hot water it makes it more difficult for these old, crippled hands to use it - it should have been an option. My old, full sized unit that I had was wonderful - I could take out a quart or more at a time of either hot or cold water, easily dispensed and I wasn't even aware of the recoop time as it was so quick. The dispenser knob on the hot unit broke on me for a second time and I decided to replace it - big mistake - I am now stuck with this unit and am not at all happy with it. I would not recommend it to anyone.

Best Uses:	For only one person
Cons:	Too small a quamity
Pros:	Water temps are good

1 of 1 customers found this review helpful.

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5.0

Excellant product

Reviewed by Paula (Value Oriented) from WI on Feb 17, 2009

BOTTOM LINE Yes, I would recommend this to a friend.

Best purchase I ever made.Easy to setup and use and carefully packed for shipping.I highly reccomend this item.

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5.0

Excellent

Reviewed by Dot (Quality Oriented) from Fl on Feb 09, 2009

BOTTOM LINE Yes, I would recommend this to a friend.

This unit makes you want to drink water. Keeps it really cold or hot with no wait. Older model you had to press button and wait for hot. This one its there waiting for you. Very nice feature. Also just one center spigot is nicer than two and the water pressure is great. Our last unit was avanti and we wore it out.

Cons:	Hard to get water bottle
Best Uses:	Used at home
Pros:	Water drinking is easier, Really good improvements, Like all the new features, Keeps water really hot

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3.0

was on backorder, works, good price

Reviewed by Joe (Value Oriented) from Pleasant Valley, NY on Feb 05, 2009

BOTTOM LINE Yes, I would recommend this to a friend.

Product is good for the price. I would prefer cold water to be colder and you do not have a dial like other units to adjust the cold temperature. The unit is also very light which is good for moving around and lifting, but you must be careful when loading 5 gallon bottle as they can literally knock the thing over.

Pros:	Good price, Lightweight, Energy save choice
Cons:	No temp control dial, Cold should be colder

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4.0

water dispenser usefulness

Reviewed by nahid (Value Oriented) from virginia on Dec 20, 2008

BOTTOM LINE Yes, I would recommend this to a friend.

It was very reasonably pried. The top dispenser is hard to use with 5 gallon bottles.

Best Uses:	Break Room
Pros:	Easy To Prepare

1 of 1 customers found this review helpful.

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4.0

The taste

Reviewed by mike the mechanic (Value Oriented) from tucson, az. on Dec 17, 2008

BOTTOM LINE Yes, I would recommend this to a friend.

This cooler is great and works very well. The taste of the water was not good at first. After cleaning it out with baking soda and vinegar, it began to taste better slowly but surely. It shouldn't be such a chore to remove bad taste. Otherwise I give this cooler 4 stars. Quality product.

Pros:	Healthy, No/Little Mess
Best Uses:	Snack, Special Occasions, Break Room
Cons:	Tastes Bad, Difficult to prepare

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5.0

Perfect Water Dispenser

Reviewed by Amit (Quality Oriented) from NJ on Dec 15, 2008

BOTTOM LINE Yes, I would recommend this to a friend.

[...]The Water Dispenser met my expectation, was easy to assemble.I have a staff of 4-5members and it suffices the need very well. It has both Hot and Cold water options.Would highly recomment this product!!!!!!!!

Pros:	No/Little Mess, Quick preparation, Easy To Prepare, Healthy
Best Uses:	Snack, Break Room

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3.0

It's O.K. for the money.

Reviewed by Nobody (Quality Oriented) from Central Florida on Dec 05, 2008

BOTTOM LINE Yes, I would recommend this to a friend.

We bought this cooler for home use. It works well for us because it is relatively compact compared to other coolers. The only drawback is that it dispenses water a little slowly (compared to the rental unit that we had).

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4.0

GOOD COOLER/HEATER

Reviewed by Ed the Expert (Quality Oriented) from Momence, Illinois on Oct 15, 2008

BOTTOM LINE Yes, I would recommend this to a friend.

The product is good; water tastes great; cools excellent and heats excellent. My only complaint is the speed that the water comes out -- very slow.

Pros:	Great Tasting, Healthy, No/Little Mess, Easy To Prepare
Cons:	Rate of water dispenser

1 of 1 customers found this review helpful.

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5.0

Great product fast cooling of water

Reviewed by jay (Quality Oriented) from essex maryland on Oct 14, 2008

BOTTOM LINE Yes, I would recommend this to a friend.

used in kichen counter take up little space and it need the tanks to be soaked in soap to get rid of plastic taste in the tanks that can tranfer to your bottled water

Best Uses:	In kitchen
Pros:	Quick preparation

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5.0

i would buy this product again

Reviewed by magnolia (Quality Oriented) from passaic nj on Oct 13, 2008

BOTTOM LINE Yes, I would recommend this to a friend.

[...] avanti it a great product

Pros:

No/Little Mess, Healthy, Great Tasting, Good product no complain

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1.0

The water heater didn't work

Reviewed by Mark (Quality Oriented) from NY, NY on Sep 30, 2008

BOTTOM LINE No, I would not recommend this to a friend.

The product came semi-functional. The water heater worked but the cooling didn't work. had to send it back.

Best Uses:	Break Room
Cons:	Tastes Bad

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5.0

Great product

Reviewed by Michelle (Value Oriented) from PA on Sep 25, 2008

BOTTOM LINE Yes, I would recommend this to a friend.

Very compact and easy to use. I really like the hot water safety lock feature and the energy saving feature.

Pros:	Easy To Prepare, Quick preparation, Great Tasting, No/Little Mess
Best Uses:	Home

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5.0

Excellent services, very good product.

Reviewed by Peter (Quality Oriented) from Huntsville, Texas, USA on Sep 08, 2008

BOTTOM LINE Yes, I would recommend this to a friend.

ABT is excellent in its services. I am very satisfy with ABT and this small and afordable dispenser. This machine is better than others - "more expensive and stupid machines!". I will continue to buy products from ABT.

Pros:	Great Tasting, Easy To Prepare, Healthy, No/Little Mess, Quick preparation
Best Uses:	Special Occasions, Break Room, Meetings, Snack

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4.0

Good Product

Reviewed by Beni (Quality Oriented) from Worcester, MA on Sep 06, 2008

BOTTOM LINE Yes, I would recommend this to a friend.

I use it for my house it has cool or hot water anytime i need and its quiet. Although it takes a while to fill a glass up!

Pros:

Easy To Prepare, Healthy, No/Little Mess, Great Tasting

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5.0

Better than delivery

Reviewed by Luckystar1 (Avid Cook) from Pleasant Prairie, Wisconsin on Aug 11, 2008

BOTTOM LINE Yes, I would recommend this to a friend.

This is one great machine! We have horrible well water and this machine is so awesome. The cold water is really cold and the energy saving feature for hot makes the luke warm (yeah right, its tea drinking warm) down right scalding. We had water delivery but never again. This is THE tank to have.

Pros:	Doesnt take up much space, Easy to clean, High quality, Extremely quite, Very nice looking, Good construction, Hot water is REALLY hot, Cold water is REALLY cold, Intuitive controls
Best Uses:	Simple Meals, Elaborate Meals, Dorm Rooms, Large Kitchens, Small Kitchens

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5.0

Excellent

Reviewed by Esha (Professional Chef) from NY,NY on Jul 28, 2008

BOTTOM LINE Yes, I would recommend this to a friend.

Excellent product

Pros:	Intuitive controls, High quality, Good construction, Easy to clean
Best Uses:	Simple Meals, Elaborate Meals, Large Kitchens, Dorm Rooms, Small Kitchens

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5.0

Great Product!!!

Reviewed by Cheeki (Avid Cook) from Barrington, NJ on Jul 24, 2008

BOTTOM LINE Yes, I would recommend this to a friend.

I bought this product because I was just sick and tired of my kids going in and out of the fridge and drinking up all the water and not replacing it!!! So I decided to be proactive and get this cooler. Because I wanted lots of water available I purchased the PUR Water Bottle for 3-5 Gallon coolers and it works wonderfully. At first I thought someting was wrong with the cooler because it would not dispense. But my 10 year old told me I did not put enough water in the cooler when I was first setting it up. All and all this is a great product. I love that it does hot water but we don't use it that much so I keep it shut off for the most part.

Pros:	Easy to clean, Intuitive controls, Good construction, High quality
Best Uses:	Elaborate Meals, Simple Meals, Large Kitchens, Dorm Rooms, Small Kitchens

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4.0

Nice personal size water cooler

Reviewed by Dave (Casual Cook) from Houston, CA on Jul 15, 2008

BOTTOM LINE Yes, I would recommend this to a friend.

Highly recommend!! This is a perfect size to use with 3-gallon jugs and keep water in my office. Very quiet and keeps water at a good temperature. The height of the dispenser is too low to fit larger glasses, so you have to fill a small one more frequent. But I guess you get colder water then anyway. Bought this to replace a Haier cooler with identical features ... that one died and they did not have a service center to fix it.

Pros:	High quality, Quiet, Easy to clean, Good construction
Best Uses:	Small Office

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4.0

Perfect gift

Reviewed by Jiggle (Casual Cook) from Sacramento, Ca on Jun 27, 2008

BOTTOM LINE Yes, I would recommend this to a friend.

This product was a great gift . my brother moved into a samll apartment and needed one. They hardly cook, just eat noodles, easy stuff. He enjoys it, but he says that the filter isn't good and you'll have to buy your own filter and put it in because the water doesn't taste all that great, but it's perfect for his little kitchen and it blends in with the rest of his furniture, really modern

Best Uses:

Small Kitchens, Dorm Rooms, Simple Meals

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4.0

Nice Little Cooler

Reviewed by Thirsty (Casual Cook) from New York, NY on Jun 11, 2008

We use this cooler in a small office and the size and looks fit in perfectly. We have received complements from visitors about its attractiveness. However, the water is not as cold as other more traditional coolers. We have tried to adjust it but after several weeks, we are resigned to not having the coldest water.

Best Uses:	Dorm Rooms, Small Kitchens, Office, Large Kitchens
Pros:	Easy to clean, Looks great
Cons:	Not Cold enough

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4.0

good product

Reviewed by Jackie (Casual Cook) from Manvel, TX on Jun 09, 2008

BOTTOM LINE Yes, I would recommend this to a friend.

great for single cups of instant hot coffee!

Pros:

Good construction, High quality, Intuitive controls, Easy to clean

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5.0

Great product

Reviewed by Kasey (Avid Cook) from Modesto, CA on Jun 05, 2008

BOTTOM LINE Yes, I would recommend this to a friend.

Perfect size

Cons:	a little noisy
Best Uses:	Break Rooms, Dorm Rooms, Small Kitchens
Pros:	Intuitive controls, Easy to clean, Good construction, High quality

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3.0

good buy

Reviewed by sthtex (Casual Cook) from texas on May 28, 2008

BOTTOM LINE Yes, I would recommend this to a friend.

drinking supply

Cons:	Dispenses slow
Pros:	Good construction, Easy to clean
Best Uses:	Small Kitchens

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4.0

Great Product

Reviewed by hkrgrl (Casual Cook) from Bay Area, California on May 28, 2008

BOTTOM LINE Yes, I would recommend this to a friend.

Great for the small kitchen we have. Quiet, cute, and very functional. Levers are easier to operate. Easier to clean. Doesn't pour as quick as larger water coolers, but still love it!

Pros:	Good construction, Easy to clean, Intuitive controls
Cons:	Poors somewhat slowly
Best Uses:	Small Kitchens

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5.0

I love it

Reviewed by Rebel Dawg (Avid Cook) from Las Vegas on May 27, 2008

BOTTOM LINE Yes, I would recommend this to a friend.

I love it

Pros:	High quality, Good construction, Easy to clean, Intuitive controls
Best Uses:	Large Kitchens, Simple Meals, Dorm Rooms

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4.0

Low flow filling carafe

Reviewed by Big Rog (Avid Cook) from Addison, IL on May 19, 2008

BOTTOM LINE Yes, I would recommend this to a friend.

Hot water is hot. Cold water is cold. Flow rate is a bit slow if you're filling a carafe.

Pros:	High quality, Easy to clean, Good construction, Intuitive controls
Best Uses:	Small Kitchens

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5.0

Cool size and cool water!

Reviewed by Joyfuljoyce (Casual Cook) from Las Vegas, NV on May 09, 2008

BOTTOM LINE Yes, I would recommend this to a friend.

Right size for my counter top that saves from taking up needed space on kitchen floor. I bought this unit to avoid buying bottled water and unnecessary adding to landfill, i.e., fill up reusable bottle holders. It will conveniently hold 3-5 gallon bottles. One of my best purchases at a good price comparable to buying a water crock that only keeps water at room temperature.

Best Uses:	Elaborate Meals, Small Kitchens, Large Kitchens, Simple Meals, Dorm Rooms
Pros:	Good construction

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3.0

Depends on your needs

Reviewed by Kristine (Casual Cook) from San Diego, CA on May 06, 2008

BOTTOM LINE Yes, I would recommend this to a friend.

I noticed that I drink more water now that I have fresh, cold water available all the time. My big problem is how long it takes to fill a glass of water. The water pours very slowly. Another issue is I can't fit tall glasses under the dispenser.

Pros:	Easy to clean, Good construction
Cons:	Pours water very slowly, Occasionally leaks, Only short glasses
Best Uses:	Small Kitchens

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4.0

Nice product

Reviewed by E. (Avid Cook) from Marina del Rey, CA on Apr 17, 2008

BOTTOM LINE Yes, I would recommend this to a friend.

The Avanti is a really nice product, very nice lines and easy to clean. This water dispenser is very quiet and I only had to flush it once to get the "new" taste out. I purchased 2 Hamilton Beach dispensers last year and the Avanti is by far a superior product. My only complain is that the cold water does not flow as freely as the hot.

Best Uses:	Dorm Rooms, Large Kitchens, Small Kitchens, Simple Meals
Pros:	Easy to clean, Good construction, High quality

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5.0

Terrific for the home

Reviewed by In the desert (Gourmet Cook) from Sunny Southeast Arizona on Apr 05, 2008

BOTTOM LINE Yes, I would recommend this to a friend.

We love our water cooler/heater. Others think the water flow is slow and that it takes too much time to chill or heat, but what do you expect from such a small unit. For the size this does wonderful. If you get it so you don't have to drink the water from your faucet, then this is great. Now you have to find a company that has water bottles safe to use, ie a 2 or 5 on the labeling for plastic.

Pros:	Good construction, Easy to clean
Best Uses:	Simple Meals, Dorm Rooms, Small Kitchens

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5.0

Best Purchase for the Price

Reviewed by gmunoz (Casual Cook) from Corpus Christi, TX on Apr 04, 2008

BOTTOM LINE Yes, I would recommend this to a friend.

I needed a water cooler at my workplace. I had looked at several different brands with different features and was undecided about which one to buy. I was leaning toward one that was much more expensive. Then I came across this wonderful table top one that had all the features of the expensive model. With some skepticism I ordered it and have been amazed at the quality and realiability of this unit. This is a great product and you cannot beat the price!

Pros:	Intuitive controls, High quality, Good construction
Best Uses:	Small Kitchens, Dorm Rooms

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5.0

Great Product and Great Service!

Reviewed by raider1401 (Avid Cook) from Wichita, KS on Mar 31, 2008

BOTTOM LINE Yes, I would recommend this to a friend.

This is an awesome little water cooler! Very quiet, great controls and an economy option for the hot water make this unit a great choice for anyone who wants hot or cold bottled water at their fingertips. The service was very fast and the unit was shipped with lots of care. Will definitely buy from ABT again, and I highly recommend them!

Pros:	High quality, Easy to clean, Intuitive controls, Good construction
Best Uses:	Small Kitchens

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5.0

Great Machine!

Reviewed by Di (Avid Cook) from Florida on Mar 19, 2008

BOTTOM LINE Yes, I would recommend this to a friend.

So far, it has been a great machine. I have already told family members and friends that they should order one too!

Pros:	Easy to clean, High quality, Intuitive controls, Good construction
Cons:	None so Far
Best Uses:	Small Kitchens

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5.0

i made the right choice

Reviewed by glen (Casual Cook) from Covina, CA on Mar 11, 2008

BOTTOM LINE Yes, I would recommend this to a friend.

sleek in design and environment friendly,,,

Pros:	Easy to clean, Intuitive controls, High quality, Good construction
Best Uses:	Small Kitchens

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4.0

So far -- so good!

Reviewed by Babs (Casual Cook) from Brockton, MA on Mar 07, 2008

BOTTOM LINE Yes, I would recommend this to a friend.

Since my kitchen area is relatively small, the counter model is perfect for our use. Unit does not take up too much space. Keeps the water cold -- just what the doctor ordered.

Pros:	Easy to clean, Good construction, High quality, Intuitive controls
Best Uses:	Small Kitchens

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5.0

very good product

Reviewed by nbn (Casual Cook) from chicago,il on Feb 29, 2008

BOTTOM LINE Yes, I would recommend this to a friend.

i bought this for my wife, she loves it. Shes pregnant, she cant lift much, thats why 3 gallons is just right for her. I am overseas,

Pros:	Easy to clean
Best Uses:	Simple Meals

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4.0

...try, try again.

Reviewed by Bonnie the therapist (Casual Cook) from Philly, pa on Feb 25, 2008

BOTTOM LINE No, I would not recommend this to a friend.

This one works fine so far.

Pros:	Compact
Cons:	First one didn't work
Best Uses:	My office

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5.0

High Tech Product

Reviewed by terri klaus (Casual Cook) from wyoming on Feb 21, 2008

BOTTOM LINE Yes, I would recommend this to a friend.

I like the hot water feature for coffee. It is used in a small office and everyone that sees it says it looks really high tech.

Pros:	Intuitive controls, Good construction, High quality
Best Uses:	Small Kitchens

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4.0

"I would recommend this product"

Reviewed by Pam (Casual Cook) from Cleveland,oh on Feb 11, 2008

BOTTOM LINE Yes, I would recommend this to a friend.

This has been wonderful so far for my sons dorm room. His friends all want one now! They come to his room to get hot water.

Best Uses:	Dorm Rooms
Pros:	Great price, Good construction, Easy to clean, Intuitive controls
Cons:	None At all

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3.0

compact and slow

Reviewed by neiln (Avid Cook) from va beach, va on Jan 30, 2008

BOTTOM LINE Yes, I would recommend this to a friend.

Nice unit, great to be able to switch hot and cold either on or off. Slow pouring of fluids. Great for dorm or garage.

Pros:	Easy to clean, Good construction
Cons:	Slow pouring
Best Uses:	Small Kitchens, Dorm Rooms

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5.0

Fabulous Buy

Reviewed by brenda9741 (Gourmet Cook) from Butte, ND on Jan 29, 2008

BOTTOM LINE Yes, I would recommend this to a friend.

It's so easy to use. My husband likes tea and I don't have to take the time to heat it up any more. When I want cold water, which I drink a lot, I don't have to lift heavy bottles from the refrigerator. My husband loves the fact that it is so easy to load the 5 gallon water bottle onto. Neither of us can lift very heavy loads. Thank you so much!!!

Pros:	Good construction, Easy to clean, Intuitive controls, High quality
Best Uses:	Small Kitchens

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3.0

Nice individual cooler/heater

Reviewed by Kopper (Avid Cook) from Columbus, GA on Jan 21, 2008

BOTTOM LINE Yes, I would recommend this to a friend.

Great for cool water and a cup of tea. Wish it had an adjustable thermistat as I use it for instant soup and I need to nuke each cup for 30 seconds in the microwave to obtain boil to cook the noodles properly. Also wish it despensed quicker. Great professional styling and excellent price.

Best Uses:	Individual office, Dorm Rooms
Pros:	Nice Styling, Good construction, High quality

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4.0

Avanti

Reviewed by cc (Avid Cook) from akron, Ohio on Jan 15, 2008

BOTTOM LINE Yes, I would recommend this to a friend.

Its very convienent to use. It takes a little time to fill up larger container, & the cold water doesn't seem that cold.

Pros:	Easy to clean, Good construction, High quality
Best Uses:	Small Kitchens

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5.0

We are very pleased with this product!

Reviewed by Butch (Casual Cook) from Eastanollee, GA on Jan 13, 2008

BOTTOM LINE Yes, I would recommend this to a friend.

We put this in a kitchen corner and use it for coffee,tea, cooking and healthy drinking water. We were quite surprised by the quality. We may take it on vacation with us, because we always buy bottled water on vacation. This would be easy to transport and save money. Would definitely recommend it to anyone.

Pros:	High quality, Easy to clean, Intuitive controls, Good construction
Best Uses:	Simple Meals, Dorm Rooms, Small Kitchens

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5.0

I WOULD BUY THIS PRODUCT AGAIN

Reviewed by REY (Can't Cook) from RANCHO SANTA MARGARITA, CA on Jan 10, 2008

BOTTOM LINE Yes, I would recommend this to a friend.

MY WIFE AND i LOVE IT.

Best Uses:	Dorm Rooms
Pros:	Easy to clean, High quality, Intuitive controls, Good construction

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5.0

Avanti White Tabletop Thermoelectric Wat

Reviewed by mick (Avid Cook) from NH on Jan 08, 2008

BOTTOM LINE Yes, I would recommend this to a friend.

Perfect for countertop, it does not take up a lot of space.

Pros:	Good construction
Best Uses:	Small Kitchens

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5.0

Fully Functional and no complaints

Reviewed by krueskrewer (Avid Cook) from Phoenix, AZ on Jan 04, 2008

BOTTOM LINE Yes, I would recommend this to a friend.

Never saw the need for the built-in cooler on some, just a waste of money. Only thing I need now is a nice stand and its perfect.

Best Uses:	Any home
Pros:	Easy to use, Quiet, Power saving feature
Cons:	None

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5.0

Great Product

Reviewed by Sparky (Avid Cook) from Jacksonville, NC on Dec 07, 2007

BOTTOM LINE Yes, I would recommend this to a friend.

We purchased this product to use in our Motorhome and at our Repair Shop due to the poor water quality where we live. We really enjoy both units and recommend them to anyone!

Pros:	Easy to clean, Good construction, High quality, Intuitive controls
Best Uses:	Small Kitchens, Simple Meals, Large Kitchens

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4.0

Very nice & convenient appliance

Reviewed by tigreyes2u (Casual Cook) from raytown, mo. on Nov 19, 2007

BOTTOM LINE Yes, I would recommend this to a friend.

This unit is very nice looking. It's very quiet. The only problem I've had is it dispenses a bit slow, but it's not that big of a deal.

Cons:	dispenses slowly
Pros:	Good construction, Intuitive controls, Easy to clean
Best Uses:	Small Kitchens

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4.0

We like this product - a lot!

Reviewed by Roxie's Alphas (Casual Cook) from North East, Maryland on Nov 18, 2007

BOTTOM LINE Yes, I would recommend this to a friend.

We've got it on the counter in our condo with a 3 gallon bottle. Just enough for the two of us. No issues with plastic smell as we ran a little baking soda through when we first purchased. It is a neat little unit. Just enough hot for a good cup of tea (and to heat the dog's dinner! Just enough cold for a refreshing drink.

Pros:	High quality, Intuitive controls, Easy to clean, Good construction
Best Uses:	Small Kitchens

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4.0

I love it

Reviewed by April (Casual Cook, Professional Chef) from Los Angeles, CA on Nov 13, 2007

BOTTOM LINE Yes, I would recommend this to a friend.

Yes, the water did teast funny at first. But it wasn't before long was the water teast normal. It's light weight, nice looking and easy to use. All in all, we really like it.

Pros:	High quality
Best Uses:	Simple Meals, Small Kitchens

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4.0

Slow Fill

Reviewed by Living in God's Country (Avid Cook) from Palacios TEXAS on Nov 12, 2007

BOTTOM LINE Yes, I would recommend this to a friend.

Small footprint, quite, easy to use. However, if you need to fill a coffeepot (10 cups), get a chair, it will take a while! Other than that good price, good product (3 weeks).

Cons:	Extremely slow to fill
Pros:	Performs as listed
Best Uses:	small foot print

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4.0

I would recomment this produce to anyone

Reviewed by newdoggie (Avid Cook) from Dedham, MA on Nov 09, 2007

BOTTOM LINE Yes, I would recommend this to a friend.

With the first bottle there was a strong taste of charcoal. That has disappeared with the second bottle.

Cons:	Cup holder too small
Pros:	Easy to clean, Good construction, Intuitive controls, High quality

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5.0

"Better than anticipated

Reviewed by bwindish (Casual Cook) from San Jose, CA on Nov 09, 2007

BOTTOM LINE Yes, I would recommend this to a friend.

Exactly what we were hoping for. I can make a cup of tea instantly with steaming hot water. Power save modes are nice too.

Pros:	Intuitive controls, Easy to clean, Good construction
Best Uses:	Simple Meals, Small Kitchens, Dorm Rooms

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4.0

GREAT PRODUCT

Reviewed by JOSE (Gourmet Cook) from WOODLAND, CA on Oct 26, 2007

BOTTOM LINE Yes, I would recommend this to a friend.

GREAT PRODUCT AND MOST OF ALL COMPACT

Pros:	Easy to clean
Best Uses:	Small Kitchens

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4.0

Small, great product

Reviewed by MLF (Casual Cook) from Cunningham,TN on Sep 26, 2007

BOTTOM LINE Yes, I would recommend this to a friend.

I would recommend to anyone .Only thing I wish the water was a little colder.

Pros:	High quality, Good construction, Small size small family, Intuitive controls, Easy to clean
Best Uses:	Small Kitchens, Large Kitchens, Dorm Rooms

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5.0

Love this water cooler

Reviewed by Tina (Casual Cook) from Orlando, Florida on Sep 22, 2007

BOTTOM LINE Yes, I would recommend this to a friend.

At first the water seemed to have a plastic taste. The manufacturer gives a way to elliminate this. Now my water is great! The temp for the hot water is perfect too. I highly recommend this water cooler.

Pros:	Intuitive controls, Easy to clean, Good construction, High quality
Best Uses:	Office Cubicles

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4.0

Performs just as advertised

Reviewed by Bob G. (Casual Cook) from Corte Madera, CA on Aug 14, 2007

BOTTOM LINE Yes, I would recommend this to a friend.

It is wonderful having hot water on tap to make tea without taking the time to boil water. Also, it is a good thing to have cold water on tap without always opening the refrigerator. We think it is well worth the space it takes.

Best Uses:	Dorm Rooms, Small Kitchens
Pros:	Easy to clean, Good construction, High quality, Intuitive controls

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4.0

Great water cooler/heater

Reviewed by Karen the homemaker (Casual Cook) from Round Top NY on Aug 14, 2007

BOTTOM LINE Yes, I would recommend this to a friend.

This machine is doesn't take up a lot of space. It is convenient and easy to clean. I like the fact that during the summer I can turn off the hot water and save energy.

Pros:	Quiet, Good construction, Easy to clean, Compact
Best Uses:	Small Kitchens, Countertop

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4.0

Compact, yet falls a little short

Reviewed by Paul with a 1 bedroom apartment (Casual Cook) from Clearwater, FL on Aug 03, 2007

BOTTOM LINE Yes, I would recommend this to a friend.

I bought this to use on my countertop and to replace a tall water cooler (made by Sunbeam) that was taking up too much space. I am very happy with the space savings, but have a few qualms with this unit. Despite following the cleaning directions (Run 4 cups of hot water through it...I used way more than 4 cups) The water it dispenses tastes like plastic still. I am currently on my 2nd 5 gallon bottle so maybe that will clear up soon. I know that this unit is to blame and not the bottles because I used the same bottles with another water cooler and that one tasted great. Another drawback is that it only stores about 2 large glasses of "kind of" cold water (about 55 degrees). My previous unit had temperature control and kept the water much colder (close to 40 degrees), as well as storing MUCH more cold water. I like the option of hot water but do not use it and am glad that it dispenses room temperature water which I use for cooking. All in all I like this product since it saves ALOT of space and I am sure it will grow on me once the water loses that awful plastic taste. 4 stars

Pros:	Compact, Hot and Cold Water, Hot water is optional, Built in cup holder
Cons:	Plasticky taste to water, Small cold H2O reservior
Best Uses:	Small Kitchens, On a countertop