Ron: Most disposals are very close in performance and can safely be judged by cost, as price goes up HP increases and noise decreases. I have always bought In-Sink-Erator brand disposals for ease of installation. An In-Sink-Erator Badger V disposal costs approx. $50 at Home Depot, has 1/2 HP and installs very easily & should last 10+ years. Lane.: Wifes remodeling the kitchen, says we need to replace ol stinky with a new disposal. What kind of specs should I be looking for? Any brand recommendations? : Much Thanks! : Ronald