Let me start by saying, I'm obsessed with touchless gadgets, and the Umbra Otto dispenser looked sleek enough to match my modern kitchen. The matte black finish? Chef's kiss. But here's the real tea—it's not all rainbows.

The GOOD: That 0.2-second dispensing speed is no joke. I wave my hand like a magician, and bam! Perfect soap puddle every time. The non-drip spout actually works (unlike my last dispenser that left soap trails like a snail). Pro tip: Thin out thick soaps with water—it’s like giving the motor a yoga session.

The BAD: Battery drama alert! After 8 months, mine started ghosting me—blue light on, but no soap. Turns out it’s picky about batteries (Energizer > Duracell here). Also, creamy soaps? They clog faster than my shower drain. Stick to clear liquids unless you enjoy disassembly projects.

Unexpected win: My cat thinks it’s her personal DJ (that motor whirr = feline crack). Had to rearrange my entire counter to stop her from turning my kitchen into a soap opera.

Final verdict: When it works, it’s *chef’s kiss*. But keep spare batteries and avoid creamy soaps unless you enjoy troubleshooting. Would I buy again? Yes—but only after side-eyeing the battery compartment first.