This is a great grill in this price range, and overall we're super happy with it:
Pros: * Super easy to clean! Removable and dishwasher-safe plates are awesome! * Non-stick coating is excellent - I don't even bother buttering/oiling the bread anymore, and we still get paninis with nice crispy outsides. * Grills in this price range tend to be on the lighter (weight) side, but I've had no issues making excellent paninis with sourdough, ciabata and focaccia bread. * Size is perfect for two sandwiches - I make the kids' first so they can cool a bit while I make ours. * Difficult to burn the food - it doesn't get hot enough (even at max heat) to burn the bread, unlike making a grilled sandwich on a stove top.
Cons: * Temperature control isn't really needed - off and max are the only settings we use. * The floating hinge isn't perfect, so I find I need to rotate (from front of grill toward the back) the sandwiches part-way through cooking to ensure even grilling.