These machines are average in terms of the build quality and functionality. They juice melon excellently but when it comes to things like cucumbers they around about 50% efficient. The green star is over all a much better juicer and close to the price of the DA1000. The French customer service is quick and friendly but sadly the UK section is not so. Very slow and unresponsive. The parts are replaceable which is great but sadly are not intended for daily use. I've had to replace, two end caps, and the drum body. Totalling 100 pounds including postage. I will continue to use mine, it is great for some fruits like melons, grapes, apple but struggles to keep up with the green star in efficiency and build quality.