Can you help me decide?

[Decadent Dot]

I hate to be negative about a new product.  I always think it is not quite fair but I would be glad of your imput.

After my initial excitement at news of the TM5, I am wondering more and more whether to stay with my TM31. I don't like the references I have read on the lock down lid (locking during use) , the fixed seal, or the many error codes I am reading about and the having to return the machine to have it looked at. (at 77, I don't like lugging heavy parcels around either.) It sounds like we are doing the beta tests ourselves! I love to keep up with technology but do you think I should delay and wait till problems are resolved?

I am supposing that new chips will be brought in for sale.For example, vegitarian, Asian.etc.  I would be interested in a healthy recipe chip but most of all I would need a blank one for my own recipes. I know that one can note "favourites" on the current chip but these recipes have to be listed on the chip already. I wonder how much the chips are going to cost? I also mostly scale my recipes into "cooking for one" which maybe the chip procedures don't take into account. I currently have my own recipes on a tablet for quick referral in the kitchen. What I need are no problems with my gadgets.

[Cornish Cream]

I'm loving my TM5 DD.If my machine has any problems I will deal with it under the warranty.I quite understand your reluctance to get a new machine if you are worried about it going wrong.
Maybe attend a demo and judge for yourself if an upgrade is warranted.

[Cuilidh]

So happy to see your post DD, haven't seen you around for quite a while so hope is going well for you.

To be honest, I can't help you with your query.  I am more than happy with my TM31 and, unless something went badly awry with it I am not interested in a TM5.  If your '31 is working well, my inclination would be to stay with it unless you really wanted a change, and I know many people do.

Tha's probably not a lot of help to you, but I really just want to post on the thread to say "hi"!

[Bootobethin]

I agree with Cuilidh.
If you are happy with TM31 stay with it.
I am sticking with my TM31 it is almost 4 years old and no problems.
I have bought a new set of blades and have two seals so it works like new!
I am waiting to see how the TM5 goes and enjoying my perfectly good TM31.
I invested in a great machine and I am happy to stay with it even after a demo of the new one.

[Wonder]

Lovely to see you again DD.

I also agree with Marina, if you are happy with your TM31 stick with it. I have bought the T5 but haven't yet received it and while I think it looks great and I really like some of the new features I don't think it is a big step up, and I bought it more as a gift to myself and because I'm a sucker for new gadgets.

[Bedlam]

Lovely to see you  on again DD.
I agree with CC, I am loving the TM 5 and although nothing has changed significantly  the improvements  all combined give a fantastic new machine.  I love the chip also and look forward to more books being released on a chip. Saying all this TM31 is still a wonderful machine.
Go to a demo and judge for yourself either way you are one of the lucky ones as you have a  TM31

[judydawn]

Lovely to see you DD.  Like you, it's just me and I see no need to upgrade when we have a perfectly good machine.  I will only buy a new one when and if my TM31 can no longer be fixed and I don't expect that to be for many years.

[cookie1]

Welcome back DD. It is truly lovely to have you back with us.

I have T5 and have had a couple of the error messages.  So far I haven't had any real problems and wonder if I the error messages are more heat protection for users. However it really won't do anything the 31 won't do.

[SoBlessed]

I didn't want one either, until I saw it in action! Now I want one, but I need to make up my mind for sure so I can save $100. Even though I have a perfectly good 31, I still feel that I really do want the 5. Decisions, decisions.....

[Jamberie]

I've been to a tm5 demo and tm5 cooking class. At this point in time I'm happy with my tm31 (I heard an analogy somewhere that the difference is a bit like driving an automatic v. manual car,  they both have the same result but the tm5 is a little more relaxing..) and I seem to agree. BUT as soon as I can tweak a chip to add my own/online/forum recipes it will be a different story!
In saying that,  I am recommending a tm5 for my mum as I think the lid lock is better for her arthritis and she has a very open plan home and the tm5 is quieter.
I think it is a case of each to their own,  and do what suits you best,  they are both excellent machines.

[Decadent Dot]

Thank you all for your opinions. My TM31 is in such good order and has a second bowl but mostly I know that I will still end up looking at my tablet for my familiar and personal recipes.  I have decided to have a demo of the TM5 and make my decision when I have seen the newcomer for myself.
Thank you girls for asking after me. I know that I have been off forum for ages. Just to catch up, I beat the cancer (well as much as one does) and I moved house. I have helped my daughter through a heart operation and currently I am up against a heart condition myself so none of it has been good. I am hoping for a little respite from the health thing but meanwhile I am trying to eat more healthily  from the Thermie of course.

[Bonsai]

Oh Dot you have had a hard time. Hope DD is well now and that you are on the road to recovery. We have missed you on the forum

[Cornish Cream]

You certainly have had a tough time Dot.Great to see you back posting again.

[CreamPuff63]

Love the analogy between driving a manual and an automatic car because thats exactly what it is. I'm loving mine. Having a demo is a good idea. It would take a strong person to not cave in when they can have a touch and a close look.

[judydawn]

Thanks for the update on your health Dot, wishing you well with the current problem and hoping DD is doing well after her op.