Is this an ok roaster?

[floydpink]

Good thoughts all around.

I'm positive a popcorn popper would save a lot of money, but fear it would become too much of a pita to keep me interested.

I also looked at the stvetop and metal dog bowl methods, but keep getting drawn to easy settings and neatness.

I've read that the Iroast sounds a lot like a hair dryer when it's running, but will probably do most of the roasting in the garage anyway.

I'm still in the research stages and doubt I'll do anything before the year is up, as my coffee budget is way past the limit.

Thanks for all the input guys.

PS, I just checked out the Freshroast 8 like advised and at half the price, with 4 pounds of green beans, it definitely might make the purchase come sooner.

Is this easy to use?

I have an iroast that I used until I got a hottop, would agree it's an excellent first machine. Still have mine as a backup

[floydpink]

More and more, the Iroast seems to be winning. Maybe I'll ask for one for Christmas or look for a used one....

[Gargoyle]

I have the Iroast and am very happy with it. I'm not a home roast expert, but get good results with it... and that's the point -- getting something that is usable and enjoyable while learning how to make a great pot.

Originally Posted by floydpink

I just checked out the Freshroast 8 like advised and at half the price, with 4 pounds of green beans, it definitely might make the purchase come sooner.

Is this easy to use?

Super easy. No profiles just a timer. Turn timer and the fan and heat start. In this way it is fairly airpopper-like. Also has good chaff collection. Very easy to mod the fan speed to quicken or slow down your roasts.

[novasurf]

Freshroast 8.

[floydpink]

Originally Posted by novasurf

Freshroast 8.

All righty, Norm is endorsing the Freshroast8.
After reading more, it's pulling away as the lead roaster