Got this next-day - nothing like instant gratification. It arrived double-boxed, plus Amazon's shipping box, though Amazon's tape just barely held. Due to its size and weight, Amazon should triple-tape it. I just used it this morning, so I will update my rating over time if necessary. First, why I bought this. I have a very nice Omega Juicer that I've been pleased with for over a decade, but it's overkill and time-consuming for quick lemon or orange juicing and cleanup. It's excellent for a lot of juicing, but not for quick one-offs like this citrus press. Recently, I decided to dump sodas in favor of iced lemon-water and drink a mixture of lemon/olive oil/honey in hot water in the morning. As I get older, I want something quicker and easier to use. After checking reviews on competing products, I found Zulay had more high ratings, so I bought it. I liked the build quality and considered the pros and cons in reviews. I was afraid of buyer's remorse, but I became convinced it was exactly what I needed and I'd actually use it. Pros: 1. It's easy to clean the removable stainless steel parts. Just turn to unlock them and they come right out. If you have a sprayer, that might be all you need. 2. They don't intend for you to remove the upper aluminum cone: just spritz it with water and wipe it off. Easy. 3. It does take a little more effort than I expected to finish squeezing the press, but it's not bad. I'm pushing 70 and I can do it. 4. It appears to be built to last a lifetime. It's solidly made. I love things that look over-built. 5. I bought the "gray" cast iron look instead of the painted ones. I'm not confident of any paint on surfaces where food comes in contact, and my taste or kitchen colors might change. I like the industrial/commercial look. I'd avoid chrome as underlying steel or cast iron can rust in a wet kitchen environment with citrus acid. 6. I didn't realize it had a lifetime warranty. I like that, even though "lifetime" usually means the company's lifetime. It gives me confidence that the company stands behind their product. Just register it. 7. Pomegranates! I'm looking forward to trying this. Some reviews suggest it's good for this fruit. Cons: 1. Zulay should include a cheap Allen wrench to adjust the screws. Mine arrived a little loose, and it may take time to adjust the screws for ease of travel without flopping down. Ease of travel vs. press difficulty requires the Allen wrench. 2. It will tip unless you use your other hand to steady the rear of the base. I don't find this a big deal, and it's not much effort to steady it. Suction cups might help, but they can be inconvenient if the press doesn't have a permanent counter spot. Mine will stay out at home, but it needs to move when not in use for camping. 3. Zulay should make the upper press cone stainless steel and removable. This could be a notch-and-turn like the bottom pieces. I'm not comfortable with aluminum and food, plus aluminum warps easily if stressed. However, the cone is designed for fruit tops and not likely to warp, and it's only in contact with the fruit top, which you'll likely discard. 4. Another reviewer mentioned misalignment. It is misaligned at the top of the travel until pressing on the fruit, then it's almost perfectly aligned. So, yes it is, but no, it isn't. None of these cons are worth taking a star off for. Taken altogether, I might take a half-star off for them. But none of them are deal-killers or make me wish I'd bought something else. If you're in the market for a citrus or pomegranate press and think you'll use it a lot, it's worth the investment. I intend to use mine twice daily, and now that I've bought it, I need to justify the expense.

I bought this product because I had an abundance of freshly picked pomegranates that I didn���t want to waste. Here are my thoughts: 1. It's very easy to use, requiring less force once you get used to the lever. 2. It produces a LOT of juice, especially useful for pomegranates and fresh Valencia oranges. Two oranges can yield 5-8 oz. of juice. 3. It's VERY easy to clean. I wash the parts with soap and water, but you can rinse the removable parts. Always wash the upper dome with a sponge, soap, and water. You may want a measuring cup to capture drops while juicing. What I dislike: 1. It's "tippy." The press can tip forward if too much force is applied. You need to hold the bottom-rear steel rod to keep it steady. 2. The dome design directs pressure to the middle, which can make pomegranate juice bitter and leave some seeds intact. You need to be creative with fruit positioning to get the most juice. Overall, I would recommend saving for a better-designed, more efficient model. However, if you don't mind the minimal waste, this product still yields a lot of juice.

We bought this a few months ago and waited until we juiced a few hundred fruits to write a review. Here are our thoughts and insights on other reviews: It works exactly as advertised���we've juiced limes, lemons, oranges, and even tried non-citrus fruits. You get a high yield, and if you strain it after juicing to remove pulp and slight pith, it's perfect. We're big fans, but here are some things to consider: 1) It's heavy���about 15lb/0.45kg, so consider storage and access. We store ours on top of the fridge, so only one of us can handle it. 2) It's very sturdy, but you need to place a free hand firmly on the juicer to prevent it from tilting forward when pulling the lever in a forward arc. Shorter users may struggle with this. Zulay, please consider adding more weight/stability to the rear in future models. 3) The lever is heavy and sturdy. While some worry about safety if left upright, it's slightly balanced more than 90 degrees in the other direction, so falling forward likely results from bumps, not gravity. Be careful, but we're not overly concerned. 4) You don't need to be very strong to use it. It's heavy to move, and you need to hold it steady, but even non-athletic people can press through the fruit. 5) Cleanliness and Cleaning���Small amounts of juice may spray out, so either slow down to contain it or be prepared to wipe up. The press has three main pieces to clean: the steel press and the two base pieces (cone-like piece and funnel). The base pieces are easy to clean, but the press attached to the unit is harder. 6) We've heard about paint chipping on some units, but we haven't seen it. It might be defective units or citrus acid causing chipping over time. Our hands are less cramped, we're juicing more limes faster, and we freeze lime juice in ice cube trays for future use. Thanks, Zulay! Great job on this one!