R.D.
Unfortunately, I have found that the quality has gone down also. I bought one 4 months ago and after one month stopped using it. We could have taken it back to the store, but my husband threw the box away. so now it just sits in the garage...unless he threw it away (but I doubt it). I personally think they are a waste of money now b/c the motors don't seem as strong as they used to. I don't know where you live, but if you live in the Memphis, TN area then you are welcome to ours...free. Heck, even if you don't and just want to pay shipping I will ship it to ya. Just wanted to throw that out there if you really want to get one. It is only a month old. But in the end I will not buy another one until they put a stronger motor and better design. Hope this helps.