A good waffle maker can help you recreate restaurant-quality waffles at home. Easy to clean, heat quickly and have settings to customize darkness of waffles are all hallmarks of quality in any waffle maker.
The Breville Smart Waffle Pro features all of the bells and whistles to meet all of your waffle-making needs, such as five cooking presets (Belgian, classic, chocolate or custom), a control dial with 12 browning settings and indicator lights – even standing upright to save counter space!
It’s easy to clean
The best waffle makers are designed for easy cleanup, featuring nonstick cooking surfaces that allow for effortless removal. Some models feature a moat that keeps batter from seeping over the edges while others feature indicator lights and audible beeps to remind you when it is time to check on your waffles. Some even come equipped with preset temperature settings while others allow more customization of exact temperature to achieve your preferred results.
Though more costly than many alternatives, our reviewer feels the All-Clad waffle maker is well worth its cost, because of its sturdy construction. “It looks and feels industrial grade,” she notes, standing out as something likely to last over time amidst cute but useless wafflemakers on store shelves.
This budget-friendly model may be smaller than our other selections, but it still fits comfortably on a small countertop or drawer. Plus, it produces four full-sized waffles at once so you can feed everyone without waiting around. Using it is a breeze with its power button and indicator light showing when preheating is complete; there are three recommended heat levels and even an option to control browning for customized waffle shades!
It’s easy to use
Although this waffle maker lacks some of the features found on more expensive models, it still performs a superb job of heating and cooking. It features indicator lights to let you know it is preheating, ready for batter, or completed. Unfortunately it does not beep; which might be disappointing for some users. Furthermore, please keep in mind that its nonstick plates must be seasoned prior to use.
This model offers six settings of browning knob, providing for greater individual customization. Additionally, its large handle makes for easy gripping, while nonstick plates are smooth and simple to clean. Furthermore, it comes equipped with a measuring cup for accurate portioning as well as a locking and latch system to maintain uprightness when not in use.
This budget-friendly waffle maker can create four full-sized, hotel-quality waffles at once. Heating quickly and evenly, with a clear display showing progress; while there’s no beeper alerting you of completion, there is a countdown timer to alert you; plus red/green lights to show when batter needs adding and when your waffle is finished and ready to enjoy!
It’s easy to store
Cuisinart’s single waffle maker does its job well. Perfect for dorm rooms, first apartments and anyone seeking to reduce countertop clutter. Our tests revealed it performed just as effectively as larger, more expensive models. Roxana Jullapat from Friends & Family bakery in Los Angeles owns this model and says it is her favorite yet!
This compact model from Mickey Mouse will charm kids while providing premium nonstick coating that cleans easily and looks great on any countertop. Easy to use, indicator lights and beeping sounds walk you through each step, while its browning dial lets you choose your level of crispiness.
One downside of our recommendations is that it takes up more counter space than our other picks, although its footprint remains smaller than full-size models and fits in cabinets. Still, this machine offers excellent value for busy families or people with limited storage space, while testers appreciated how intuitively this model operates and appreciated its digital display that features red and green indicator lights along with beeping sound signals for waffle preparation readiness.
