One problem with the spigot that you young folks won't have a problem with is the "auto memory function". You open the spigot and it's not hot enough to flow freely and you turn around a forget to close the spigot. The auto memory function on the valve malfunctions and all of a sudden you have hot wax running out in the floor. Got to be a valve malfunction as I am confident my memory is not that bad - yet. I have spigots on all of mine, but I like the ladle idea for a more exact measurement. Also, just saw a Wal-Mart on line add for a new Turkey Fryer, stainless steel pot that holds 20 lbs (I think, I'm working from memory - surely it wasn't 20 gals.), a spigot for cleaning, super fast heat-up, thermostat dial on the front, looks real nice. Believe it was $164.00.