This machine has never produced a decent loaf. I think it must have failed heating since new. The dough has never risen, The loaves have been well mixed and baked but they never rise and are very heavy. Such a difference from the quality Swan breadmaker I had before, but this but broke down the day after the warranty ran out. I have now bought a Kenwood BM 450 to try.

I bought this bread maker a few weeks ago off ebay. Since having it I have never bought bread from the shops. The first loaf I made was like a brick. This was because I used the wrong yeast. Every loaf I have made after that has turned out perfect. I am so pleased with my 'new' machine that I have just bought another one off ebay to go in my caravan. I would recommend this machine as it is so easy to use. Now that I have mastered bread making, my next trick is to make a cake in it.

I was given the Schneider breadmaker, so didn't make my own choice. I don't have the experience of another kind to make comparisons, but do find that I have had no failures and the loaves have been just as I would like, crusty, wholesome and tasty!