A Review Of The New Ridgemonkey Connect Compact XL

We review the New Ridgemonkey Connect Compact XL sandwich toaster. Ideal for Motorhomes, Campervans, Caravans, Trailer Tents, Tents, Boats, Trucks, Off-Roaders and anything with a cooker because of its compact size.
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[@BobEarnshawMoHo]

We have the compact XL version. The pans are 18.5cm by 21cm and 5cm deep. Ridgemonkey Connect Compact XL amzn.to/2Giumve

[@alliaj1]

Currently unavailable

[@pjb1986]

Great bit of kit. I don't camp, go in a motorhome nor fish, but I have a Ridgemonkey XL at home. It makes the best toasted cheese sandwiches. The Secret is to get it hot before adding the sandwich and cook it over the lowest heat, turning a few times during cooking. Absolute perfection. Good video.

[@BobEarnshawMoHo]

Thank you, yes it makes great toasties.

[@chorkiesinavan2738]

Bought one of these a few weeks ago, also bought the bigger one with 3 sections on one side, only taking those and a steamer with us when we pick up our new van in just over 2 weeks, excited does not cover it at all !! Seen you do your omelette before that's why we bought it, so thank you muchly.

[@nigelturner3251]

The Ridgemonkey pans are a great addition to any Motorhome. I love their flexibility, I’ve cooked so many different things in them. They work really well outside under the awning with the duel portable gas stove, especially when I’m on fried Breakfast duty.

[@muzikwally]

thank you bob for your informative 9 minute video of a double sided frying pan i own one of these and have done for a while but i shall now cook with a lot more confidence thank you.

[@BobEarnshawMoHo]

Glad to be of service. 😁

[@stewchesman5259]

Great bit of kit. Looked like you were cracking a coconut when you hit those eggs lol ;))

[@anitawalter5139]

I live in western Canada and I ordered the Ridge Monkey after seeing it on Andrew Ditton and A Bus and Beyond videos. I received this, the new version. My husband and I love it. It doesn't take up a lot of room with the removeable handles and I'm impressed with the cover. I did ditch the utensils though. I enjoy watching your videos. I was born in Doncaster and I love seeing the places you travel to in Great Britain and Europe. One day we are hoping to travel through Britain in a camper van, meanwhile we travel around Canada and the US in our 23 foot Pleasure Way Plateau TS motorhome.

[@libellula3313]

Brilliant, a RidgeMoney, a Wok and a saucepan would be all we need. Great review thanks.

[@gary1164]

Thanks very much for the great demo Bob. So informative I just got one using your link in the description. Please continue with all the great videos as they are very interesting and I’m using them as a learning tool before my wife and I buy our camper van next year. All the best to you both.

[@BobEarnshawMoHo]

Thanks for the feedback, enjoy your campervan!

[@jonnytentpeg]

Nice one bob just bought one now off amazon saw them but didn't know how they worked thanks to your vid I do now cheers pal and say alright to the missus from me seems like a cracking lass 👍

[@jaynehook2520]

Thank you for the review we’ve just ordered one, can’t wait to try it x

[@BobEarnshawMoHo]

Hope you enjoy it!

[@jaynehook2520]

@@BobEarnshawMoHo thank you x

[@holidaysinthehumma5108]

Hi Guys. We're looking at different ways for cooking. Will definitely have a look at this. Thanks for sharing..Cheers Rob 👍

[@grahamtyrer1026]

This review is really good timing for us as we want to buy one at the NEC show next week. Thank you for the video can't wait to make an omelette , made our mouths water.

[@BobEarnshawMoHo]

I've never seen it at the NEC, we just ordered ours from Amazon, here's the link. We get a small amount of commision if you use the link here. Ridgemonkey Connect Compact XL amzn.to/2Giumve

[@robnicholson4942]

You did a great video on this product Bob and Jenny. I think I'm going to be the only one commenting who doesn't really take to it. Quite honestly I think I prefer a conventional frying pan. Still, watching your cooking in action Bob was something to behold ! Keep it up you two !

[@BobEarnshawMoHo]

No you're not the only one. It saves a lot of space over a frying plan, which is it's biggest benefit.

[@johnnyfisher8412]

You convinced me to get one thank you very much John in Cranwell

[@catherinegamble3473]

We got one just before Christmas. Hat a great bit of kit, and so compact. Thanks for the demo and recommendation. That's the reason why we bought it. Makes a mean toasted sandwich. Would highly recommend. 😊

[@BobEarnshawMoHo]

Enjoy!

[@steveoutdoorsuk1788]

That's it, I'm going to order one today! Thanks for the fun review. ATVB. Take care, Steve. 👍👍

[@bridgetsalter265]

So much better to store bob x jenny...I think in our heads we have all invented this upgrade as we used the old model. It's just so versitle, I've lost count what I have cooked over the years on site ,even wrapping food in foil on a very low heat in it . Yes the usual flip issues at times leakage wise but....oh so worth it .mmmh looked delicious 👍👌

[@linz_in_NZ]

I'd heard about the RidgeMonkey from a few other KZbinrs I follow and was going to get one, now I'll be looking for the new compact one like this, as the removable handle and fact that I can split it and use as two pans or just instead of the frypan. Just need to find a seller that will ship to New Zealand now...They'd sell like hotcakes over here, huge backpacker market and lots of motorhomes... Thanks for the great review video - a nice change to have one that shows how it can be used and all the extras in a short sharp video :-)

[@barrygoodwin8471]

I'm the same Linzi they would sell like hotcakes here in NZ. I followed the link that took you to Amazon UK but my Amazon account is US.

[@Clairekelman]

Fab review, I have been thinking about one of these for a while now- its now ordered! Thanks again 😁 really enjoy your videos.

[@BobEarnshawMoHo]

Thank you.

[@ChrisSmith-lf6wg]

Thank you for the demo Bob. Just ordered one.

[@BobEarnshawMoHo]

Thanks

[@gordonbett6203]

James Martin is looking for an assistant on his Saturday morning TV program think you would make a great addition Bob, never seen the Ridgemonkey before great little bit of kit for the kitchen and a great space saver.

[@BobEarnshawMoHo]

James who? :-)

[@markmangan8586]

Nice 1 chef Bob 👍👨‍🍳, joking apart it seems a handy bit of kit.

[@PoshcatsCamping]

Nice demo Bob 🙂👍🏻

[@debsbird8693]

We love our “Liz monkey” but love the fact the handles can come off for better storage with this new one and the fact you can split it into two! Great review guys this is definitely on our shopping list 😊

[@steadycamuk1]

Great Vid and looks a great bit of kit. Omelette looked tasty too👍👍👍

[@MyBigTOW]

That looks like a very versatile pan/utensil. Think I may have to get one of those for the Caravan.

[@HitchUpAndTow]

Love the new channel "Cook with Bob". Joking aside, great vlog and review.

[@paulhows]

Got mine today 👍

[@stuartrich2499]

Keep meaning to get one!!!

[@BobEarnshawMoHo]

The link is in the description below the video.

[@chrisandsamlivingthedream]

Awesome bob .. I’m thinking of ordering one cheers buddy .. Chris & Sam

[@chrispate4512]

Have got to get one of those!!!!

[@BobEarnshawMoHo]

The link is in the description.... 😀

[@johnvickers5750]

Nice timing guys. We have the original pan & the connect combi set with the divisions which we use regularly. However, in hindsight I would like one large pan. Is yours the XL?

[@kjh789az]

Thanks for the demo! Good value item as more versatile than a pan and includes utensils and detatchable handles. Pity it wont work on induction rings, although you can buy a steel disc which sits on the ri ng beneath the pan or Ridge Monkey. Is that snug sleeve washable?

[@BobEarnshawMoHo]

Thanks for your comments. We have machine washed the sleeve, but it shrunk in the wash! Maybe hand washing?

[@suzycrowe4585]

Just ordered one via your link!

[@BobEarnshawMoHo]

Thank you

[@santamulligan676]

Good review thanks

[@troywales983]

you forgot a little butter in your omelette ,it makes it taste so much better

[@MC50000]

re your comment saying eggs come out soft that is incorrect. I have kept chickens for many years and the eggs mine lay are hard when they come out. I’ve only ever had a few soft ones and they stay soft as they haven’t formed properly. thanks for doing this video, I shall definitely get a ridgemonkey now

[@BobEarnshawMoHo]

Thanks, I will reprimand whoever told me that story! 😀 Hope you enjoy the Ridgemonkey.

[@Jikan04]

Ah, so the magnets on the handles are to kind of clip them shut? I got the combi pan with steamer today. I think there must be a datjtwap the magnets push apart instead of snapping together. Going to have to send it back

[@BobEarnshawMoHo]

Yes the magnets should hold the handles together.

[@OurWedding2012]

Need to put one of these on my Amazon wish list

[@BobEarnshawMoHo]

The link is in the description....

[@jackmoore4609]

I just bought one through the link you gave to Amazon as I was impressed with your omelette. You made it look so simple so I hope it really is? Lol

[@BobEarnshawMoHo]

Yes, even I can make an omelette!

[@Umi-imU-We-Are-One]

Thank you for the demo. Do you know if you can use it on an induction cooktop, or a wood stove top?

[@BobEarnshawMoHo]

You can't use it on an I suction hob, it's alloy so wouldn't work. I'd be careful on a wood fire too, the handles are plastic.

[@tinahart1712]

Please could you tell me if you can just do toast on a ridgemonkey or would I need to buy something else. I have a gas flame portable stove . Thank you in advance- great video 👍🏻❤️

[@BobEarnshawMoHo]

Thanks. You can cook all sorts in the ridgemonkey, omelettes, chips, pizza, sausages, burgers, pancakes, the list is endless, that's why it's so popular.

[@tinahart1712]

Thank you, if you wanted to just make toast would this work please?

[@BobEarnshawMoHo]

@@tinahart1712 Sorry I misread the question. Yes, it does toast.

[@robertcadwallader6835]

Can i suggest one thing ? Wash in hot water no detergent and wipe dry with kitchen roll, Non stick coating will last forever.

[@faithgoodman7957]

Hello Bob, Jenny and Poppy Love your channel, thinking of getting a ridge monkey (maybe at NEC) on another website it shows the ridge monkey having different compartments to separate things while cooking Doesn't the new one come with dividers? Also, I have seen a steamer plate to go in them? Congratulations on 3500 subscribers 🙂🙂🙂🙂

[@BobEarnshawMoHo]

Thank you, Here's the link for the combi if you want to get it delivered on Amazon - Ridgemonkey Connect Aluminium Non-Stick Combi Pan Carp Fishing Camping Black or Silver amzn.to/2GkrtKz

[@ZerHour]

I am now hungry 😀

[@mikeosborne6674]

Great cooking demo lol... what size is your one ? Mike

[@jennyearnshaw7892]

Mike Osborne it is the XL

[@michaeljohnson7009]

Fanny craddock eat your heart out!

[@beabayer2149]

Very tasty mmm handy thing I look of the have in Holland Bea en Uwe

[@williamchanning7677]

great timing, as it's on my list to purchase.. how long did the omelette take? looked tasty 😊 ps.. just noticed you passed the 3500 subscribers - congratulations

[@BobEarnshawMoHo]

Thank you. Took about 6 minutes.

[@retro423]

I've got the previous ridgemonkey but what I don't like about it is when you flip it over all the oil and fat runs out of the sides and ends up underneath and on top

[@BobEarnshawMoHo]

Yes, I think that's the same with this one. Shouldn't need to use too much oil, however.

[@kevandrews4699]

Ho bob you've made me hungry now I bet your van was smelling like a cafe when u were cooking all that it the wonder people weren't queuing up outside van that it bob u gonna have to invest in a smelly vision camera nice one .guys .kev

[@wevegonetouring]

I don't think Martin Dorey will be too worried after this Bob. Ridgemonkey is on our list at the NEC, do I need a small and large one which does away with a number of pans ?

[@BobEarnshawMoHo]

Well we cooked 6 sausages in one pan and mushrooms in another. We also have a small one which is quiet, er small.

[@BobEarnshawMoHo]

Also, I've never seen it at the NEC, we just ordered ours from Amazon, here's the link. We get a small amount of commision if you use the link here. Ridgemonkey Connect Compact XL amzn.to/2Giumve

[@ZerHour]

Have you tried the barbecue flavour beans Heinz ! Wow there good 👍

[@BobEarnshawMoHo]

Not yet, I might try those, thanks.

[@maureennash6768]

Can u use this on a electric hob cooker

[@BobEarnshawMoHo]

Yes, but not sure about induction hobs though.

[@Chriswoodworker]

These are great but I don't understand the Compact XL? isn't that just a normal size then if its the larger version of a Compact?

[@BobEarnshawMoHo]

No idea, it does seem an odd name.

[@tooyoungtobeold8756]

A thing for flipping your omlettes is a spatula.

[@pauldickson5387]

Is that one just the Ridge Monkey Compact or the XL version? Looking at buying one through your link, but I’d like the size you have.

[@BobEarnshawMoHo]

If you follow the link, we have the compact XL version 22 x 26cm.

[@pauldickson5387]

Bob Earnshaw Thanks Bob, will order one via your link. Cheers 👍🏻

[@frietjesmetbustik]

some users report that the Fluoropolymer non-stick coating is peeling of.

[@BobEarnshawMoHo]

Still OK on ours, 3 years later.

[@maureennash6768]

Where can I buy it from please?i carnt find the discription can I use it on my electric hon at home thanks

[@BobEarnshawMoHo]

Hi Maureen, the description is under the video, where it says "More", here's the link Ridgemonkey Connect Compact XL amzn.to/2Giumve

[@BobEarnshawMoHo]

Yes it should work on an electric hot plate too.

[@chazsach6594]

Wont work on an induction hob.

[@barbroevanderlindquist4128]

Lock very nice, but it looks to me that there are a need for some kind of cover for the handle hold pice that is standing oute and scratch on things. A peice of neoprene that is fixt on the rest of the cover or a lose little poutch to put over ! Looks a bit odd to put in all the things inside the monkey and leave the most fragile point uncoverd. Hope the cocking utenciles is maked of heat sterdy material. The idea itself is grate, thinking of the backpacking situation with a smal portable stove of some kind. BarbroSweden

[@BobEarnshawMoHo]

Good idea.

[@marcandsebe]

Is that the large or small one? I have the large one that does not come apart. It's a pain.

[@BobEarnshawMoHo]

It's the compact XL. The large one.

[@marcandsebe]

@@BobEarnshawMoHo I have ordered the small one as that's all they had in stock. I already have they large one that does not come apart.

[@brianknowles1727]

I think you got more beans .

[@BobEarnshawMoHo]

Always ;-)

[@davidwaterhouse2552]

Looks great , but as with anything; is there any need for so much packaging with 'single use plastic' ? Those handles don't need to be wrapped in anything? Come on guys, reduce packaging of this great product (which is all recyclable) cheers dx

[@candyburton106]

Bobs no cook we see 😂

[@BobEarnshawMoHo]

I can cook you know, curries, chillies, omelettes, anything in a packet or foil. 😁

[@crookedmouth7221]

Overcooked them eggs lad

[@BobEarnshawMoHo]

Just the way I like 'em!