Customer Reviews

Ronco ST3001SSGEN Showtime Compact Rotisserie and Barbeque Oven, Stainless Steel

5 star:		(29)
4 star:		(6)
3 star:		(1)
2 star:		(2)
1 star:		(3)

 

 

This Rotisserie is actually a decent design, but typical Ronco TV infomercial cheaply made-in-China materials and construction. Very inaccurate timer and I could not read it until I added a dab of heat resistant white porcelin touch-up paint to highlight the pointer. Ronco uses the stickiest non-stick materials I have ever encountered. Rather than use chrome or license more expensive and time proven non-stick technology, Ronco uses a version of black spray paint that does not come clean no matter what you do to it. Tempts you to take a Brillo pad to it, but that would likely expose something even worse. I fear, that the sticky build-up on the spit and basket could eventually become a fire hazard.

Also, it smokes a lot, so put it very near your stove hood and turn the fan on.. or use it on your porch or patio.

If you put the spit on the spit stand right out of the oven, which Ronco does on his infomercial, the stand will melt.

Not worth the aggravation and I expect this review will get deleted PDQ.

I did some research online and figured I'd give this rotisserie a try. I love it. I just tried it today for lunch. I followed the very simple instructions and my chicken came out perfect; juicy, moist, tender with the perfect golden glow. Since this was my first try, I wanted to see what it would taste like if I didn't use any spices or butter. It tasted like chicken you would get at a 5 star dinner. No salt or anything, nothing was added and it was great! The meat pulled right off of the bone. If you have a loved one that's not so great in the kitchen yet you like a great meal, get them this as a gift just because you love them and or your stomach.

I found it easy to clean after it cooled down just a little but I wouldn't wait to clean it after setting around for awhile as I can see how it could harden and be much harder to clean the grease. Because it was still warm, all I had to do was use a warm, wet cloth to wipe away the grease from the clear door and sides. I used foil inside the drip try which got tossed out with gease and all.

First, let me say, this cooker makes the best darned chicken I have ever had. However, the first time I used mine, numerous BBs appeared in the drip tray. Thought it was a fluke but there they were the second time as well. Small metal balls, that could be lead for all I know. I tried calling the 800 number on the back of the oven, only got voicemail, and no return calls. I tried the customer service email and fax that came with the oven - undeliverable. And I have been trying to get response from Ronco ever since. So, great product if you get one that works, but be advised, if you need support, you're pretty much out of luck.

Very happy with the rotisserie! Getting it through Amazon.com. saved me a lot of money. It came in the factory box with all accessories as described. Works beautifully....Does not smoke etc. etc. A great way to prepare foods...!!!

We Love it, it is very compact and easy to clean up I have cooked our Turkey in this and the Juices stay put..no clean up..one problem is that you can't use the juices for the dressing..but I can live with it (just boil your Giblets) use the juice from it save some for the Gravy. I prefer the Juice's being in the Turkey still..You can not go wrong with this simply set it and forget it..I tie the Turkey on and rub on squeezy butter, salt and pepper..and for 14 mins per pound..take's 1 1/2 - 2 hours depending on size..and it's done. Didn't like doing Bratwerst Sausage's on here way too messy..but a pork loin turned out wounderful and still juicy..also I did Salmon hint: be sure to put it in tightly as it will shrink some. Wonderful product..I brought 2 more for gifts this Christmas one for a friend and one for the my Father-in-law..who just Love's it too..I paid $79.99 and free shipping for this product super deal since now it's $116.99..

I love my new Ronco Compact Rotisserie. I'm cooking several times a week now because it's so easy and the food tastes sooooo good. My mother has an older version without the non-stick coating on the round blades and drip pan. Clean-up is much easier than the older model. IT'S SO EASY -- just skewer the meat and turn it on -- that's it! So far, I've cooked 2 whole chickens which were a hit at my recent dinner party, fresh salmon, chicken breasts and beef short ribs. Everything I cook in the rotisserie comes out moist and delicious since it's constantly basting in its own juices as it cooks. My friend has the larger model and we cooked a 15 pound turkey in it for Christmas dinner. Not only did the turkey cook in half the time than in a conventional oven but it was incredibly moist and tender -- the best white meat I've ever had. We're definitely cooking turkey in the rotisserie from now on. The Ronco Showtime Rotisserie is my favorite new gadget. I'm not getting tired of it any time soon.

Ronco ST3001WHGEN Showtime Compact Rotisserie and Barbeque Oven, White It does what they say it will do. Excellent product. I use it 2-4 times a month.

We were used to the original Showtine Ronco Rotisserie. We felt it to be too large for our small winter home so took a chance on the compact model. It works just as well and we are quite pleased with it. We've done chicken, and fish since receiving it two weeks ago. It takes up little storage space, is easy to clean and operates efficiently. we still may order the skewers which are not provided with this model. We have figured how to do ribs using the tray and kabobs are not one of our favorites. this deserves the five stars we give it. J. lockhart Casa Grands, AZ

We previously owned the large version of the Ronco Rotisserie, but there are only three in the family and didn't really need one that size. We passed it on to my sister, who loves it, and we purchased the compact sized rotisserie. It works perfectly and it's the perfect size for a family of three. I highly recommend this product. I will however state that my family does not particularly care for any pork products to be cooked in a rotisserie. We've used it for pork roasts, spare ribs, and pork chops, and every time the meat was unbelievably greasy--tasted okay if you could get passed the grease. Aside from that, we use it 3-4 times per week to make chicken, beef, and especially salmon.

Our old Ronco finally broke down after 7 years of service. When I was shopping around for a new replace I came upon this slightly small rotisserie and more stylish in stainless steel. The picture does not do it justices, it looks much better in person than on the web. I love this thing and use it to cook all of my main courses: chicken, steaks, fish, etc. Plus with it being just a little smaller than the original Ronco, it is much easier to storage and clean. Also, I could past the great deal for only $70 with free shipping, WOW!