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Is this the 5 QT version?

Verified reply from Alice

This is the 1.5 quart version.

Can you use any kernels bought from the store or does it have to be specifically Uncommon Goods kernels?

Verified reply from SiRandal

Great question! Yes, you can buy popcorn kernels from the store to use with this item. We sell the Popcorn Kernel and Seasoning Sets(24888) that you can buy to add a distinct flavor to your popcorn. I hope this info helps Thanks for shopping with us, and Happy Holidays!

Do you have the same style large enough to yield about 3 cups of popped corn

Verified reply from Valerie

You're in luck, because this product has the capacity to make 3.5 cups of popcorn.

I cannot get this thing to work. Followed the directions exactly. Kernels finally popped after 4 mins cooking time but were burnt. Tried eliminating the butter in 2nd batch. Cooked for 4 minutes only 10 kernels popped. Then tried again with cold butter for 3rd batch, no kernels popped after 4 minutes. I went back to my old method of cooking kernels in my Pyrex bowl for 4 minutes -perfection. So I know it's not the kernels. So then I tried melting a little bit of butter in the bottom of the container before popping the kernels. The 1/4tsp of butter took more than a minute to melt in this container because it doesn't get hot which I think is why things aren't popping? Really frustrated with this product and annoyed since I bought 2 of them as Christmas gifts.

Verified reply from Nichole

We're sorry the popper has been so frustrating. We reached out to the maker of this product and she had a couple suggestions: the butter should be placed in the silicone cap, not in the bottom of the bowl for best results. Also, the power and design of various microwave ovens varies a great deal, so you may have to adjust the cooking time and/or power level. If youy'd like to return or exchange it, we'd be happy to help with a free replacement, refund, or exchange. We hope you call us at 888-365-0056 or e-mail us at help@uncommongoods.com.

Reply from amy

I agree with Lolo. I can't get the thing to work consistently either. I now set it for 6 minutes to get most to pop. I also found that you can't re-pop the kernals that didn't pop the first time. And I think you can't use the popper again until it cools down again. No idea how everyone else is raving about this. The only good news is that I don't eat as much as I would if this thing worked how I want it to work.

Reply from anonymous

Cannot get this thing to work. I finally took the popcorn out and popped the corn in the stove pot. I'm wondering if it is my microwave. It is kinda old but still works wonderfully. Will get one of my kids to try it in a newer microwave.

HI. My husband has a hearty appetite, is there a large size available?

Verified reply from Sue

Sorry, the 3.5 cup capacity is the only size we offer. We do have a stove top popper that makes 24 cups: http://www.uncommongoods.com/product/stovetop-popcorn-popper

I lost the lid to my popper. Is it possible to purchase a replacement?

Verified reply from Nichole

Not to worry. We e-mailed you privately regarding a possible replacement.

Valerie, I saw your responses to people asking about using oil. Can you explain why you don't recommend it? Couldn't a small amount be drizzled where the butter goes & drips down? I was going to order this to use with varied oils for flavoring, but I'll wait for your answer. Thanks!

Verified reply from Martin

It's not necessary to use oil during the cooking process, but you can drizzle oil or butter during or after the corn popping.

What is the height with the lid on? I would like to know whether it will fit in my under-counter microwave drawer. Thanks

Verified reply from Martin

The popper is 5.25" tall.

Where is this product manufactured and with materials from what country ( ies )?

Verified reply from Nichole

The Popper is made of silicone, borsosocilicate, and glass, and is made entirely in China.

What's the measure of kernels that get popped? What is the yield of popped corn?

Verified reply from Jen

That's sort of tricky to answer as it depends on your microwave and the kernels you're using. For reference, I used fairly old kernels (about a year old) in my 1,000 watt microwave and about 7/8 of the kernels popped, which is more than I get out of a bag of microwaved popcorn, so I was really pleased.