Several years ago we ordered a Masterbuilt Electric Veranda Grill. It looked great and would heat to about 450-500F but then promptly cool down. You could get a semi-decent sear on meat if you opened the lid, quickly threw the meat on and slammed the lid shut. Over time it started to lose heating capacity so we ordered a replacement heating element and plug. This did not help so we ordered a new unit. It arrived today and after I spent 30 minutes assembling it noticed it was more cheaply constructed than the previous grill and will not heat above 325F. I have discovered there is a hidden but major design flaw in these units. When the top is closed there is a gap in the back from which the heat escapes. On the upside, Amazon promptly sent a return authorization for UPS and I have been credited for the unit without any hassle.

Update of May 2011:
A few months ago I purchased the Meco 9300 Electric Tabletop Grill and have found it to be excellent in every respect... Read more

I've had this sitting on my patio for almost 2 years and have only used it a handful of times. It doesn't get hot enough or evenly hot. It doesn't do a good job cooking and takes forever. It also shorts my fuse box if I have it on with any lights on, etc. That are on the same circuit. I need to take it to the dumpster.

Excellent product. Bought it for a friend who lives in a condo that doesn't allow gas grills. They use it constantly, looks and tastes just like it was grilled on a gas grill. Highly recommended!