I have an earlier model in white that I really like, but that model is discontinued. I purchased this 6131 (black) as a gift. When the water is heated, it picks up a very bad plastic taste from the lid. I have tried to heat the water with the lid open, but it still has the plastic taste. The company from whom I purchased it is sending me a new one, but the same model. I don't have it yet, so I don't know if it is fixed.