I am a huge cphp fan. I think it is easier and alot more fool proof. I use a slow cooker, almost like a crock, but it has a timer and low med and high. It is also quite big too. I melt my oils in the micro, that way they kinda get a head start! (solids only of course) I have had nothing but success with cphp and colors and fo's or eo's. It is worth trying at least once or twice. Have fun with it.