Which Electric Griddle is the Best?

Equipment expert Adam Ried shows Julia his top pick of electric griddles.
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[@Okoleiman]

American Test Kitchen is single-handedly guiding my kitchen equipment refresh with these videos

[@mywaterfountain]

Same!!!!!!

[@goldensheikh6432]

i am both happy and sad for you.

[@Phlegethon]

Why don’t you just buy stuff that last

[@apart-timeastronaut6530]

There's something about the way these two interact that just puts a smile on my face

[@tkdhanani]

I have the winner and use it frequently over the last 6 years. It’s a champ! And would highly recommend!

[@gm7304]

America's Test Kitchen... I LOVE YOU .....You are the Best..... All of You at the studio ROCK. Thank You....

[@semco72057]

I use to have one of the West Bend griddles since I worked for that company and it worked fine. That was many years ago and it had the power plug which was easily removable.

[@susanst.82]

Got one when I married over thirty years ago. Lasted a long time.

[@Kejame]

"Size is important" and Julia laughs lol!

[@guitarvocs]

My bargain level Oster griddle is coming up on its last days, and I'm shopping. One thing I learned today is that the BroilKing Professional model is no longer $92.00. It's $179.00, quite a price jump in just two years.

[@carboholickim]

once ATK gives a recommendation for their "best" those product prices sky rocket... sadly it happens for all the things ATK reviews.

[@guitarvocs]

@@carboholickim I hadn't thought of that, but it makes sense.

[@MikehMike01]

thanks to Biden

[@usernameisusername]

Biden did that

[@hectorreyesLIVE]

It’s over 250 now.

[@sunset6010]

LOVE Adam ! Such an EXCELLENT job, as always !

[@davidjd123]

been using the broil king for over a year and love it.

[@saltygrasshopper]

I have a 15 year old presto that's still going strong. It does have the same central cool spot but I rarely do more than 4 pancakes or French toast at the same time so it is no biggie

[@2Hearts3]

Seems like you could find something in your house to place under the legs to tilt as needed. Thanks for the rundown on this helpful appliance.

[@thaotruong8580]

Thank you for making this video!

[@umtozzi]

"size is important". Julia supresses a giggle. These guys are so real. They're the best!

[@DioneN]

Michael DellaMonaca I had to go back and watch...haha cute😂

[@berighteous]

I bought the Broil King after it was the winner last time in April 2018 for $92.99. It is very good, but the backspash does not want to stay put and tends to pop off if you accidentally touch it.

[@TheBrokenLife]

FYI, it appears the ATK effect has taken place and Amazon themselves have sold out of this (and appears to do so from time to time) so the Amazon prices you're seeing are from 3rd parties who are price gouging. The Amazon price, the last it was in stock, was $99. Be patient and keep an eye out and it will eventually come back for that price.

[@nancy3848]

I just checked Amazon-$170.00. That’s a little too much.

[@TheBrokenLife]

@@nancy3848 That's still a 3rd party seller. Amazon doesn't appear to have had this in stock for months. There are some available on our favorite auction site for about $115.

[@trubrit5036]

March 2022 and Amazon price is $150 - still too high for me.

[@msr1116]

I cook only for myself and the Presto Liddle Griddle has served me well. It heats a bit unevenly.... I have to reposition four toast slices for more even browning, but it heats to 400F and is compact for small spaces.

[@bland9876]

I'm literally 10 seconds into this video and they've already said what I was thinking which means I'm right. "Cooking for a crowd" I noticed that anything I cook on a griddle I can cook in a frying pan but you just can't cook as much of it in a frying pan. Because I live alone I hardly use my griddle. (I got it as a Hand me down idk why my parents wanted a new one)

[@randomizerca]

What is the brand and model of the surface probe thermometer you use?

[@monas.6839]

I have had a great experience with every single product they have picked as winners, my most favorite so far being the Victorinox Chef Knife! Thanks ATK!

[@ballisonfargo]

I wish they had tested the Zojirushi. I have heard excellent things about it.

[@1992pv]

Can you do one for cast iron/stainless steel electric griddles?

[@briangow6282]

I bought this as my first propane grill. It's been a fun, learning experience kzbin.infoUgkxCx5fHawkK9OoV-ojFrY8JLnZrFwAmvUt . I think it's a bit too pricey after looking at other grills, but it wasn't hard to put together and it works really well. I love the side burner option for heating food during a power outage. I have an electric stove and live in the South (Hurricane season), so this was a bonus. I also bought a cover for it and it has protected it nicely (the Char Broil All-Season Grill Cover 3-4 Burner: Large). Every few grill sessions, I take the rack (or grate) and burner covers off and clean them with a non-abrasive scrubby and mild soap. I wipe the excess off of the bottom as well, taking care to avoid the gas and pilot lines.

[@marlanscott2508]

Would like to see a test done on the best electric skillets.

[@mleirracpatterson1637]

Can we get a link to the Best Buy model? The presto one?

[@katherinesmith9985]

I have a smallish Presto that i love and have had for 20ish years now. It is too the point where I need to replace it. I was going to a few years ago with a larger one but family circumstances have changed and it's just my hubby and I now so I'm going with the same size Presto I've had for years! If it it works why change it!

[@tthomas501]

I like to watch and get ideas on what the best features are, that way I know what to look for. I purchased my griddle from Walmart (Mainstay), I was less than 40.00, and does everything they mentioned, it's a great griddle.

[@effiebug4278]

I have that one also. I paid just under $20 for it.

[@hollym5873]

Love these equipment reviews. Thanks

[@knifesharpeningnorway]

Hello can you please test the fiskars norden stainless steel frying pan i love it and the thermium mineral coating is very very good

[@skawn]

Maybe it's just me but I prefer Lisa's version of the gear testing. I think it's the format in which she presented everything versus the conversation style of the newer videos that's helping me understand the tests themselves.

[@MikehMike01]

Lisa is annoying

[@anantu36]

Perfect timing. Was just thinking of buying one.

[@tanyawins]

I like that you added a Best Buy one, great idea! ❤️

[@BROUBoomer]

Hi, Thank you for the video, great one as usual. I would like a bit more information on each one though, especially the Presto for $40. Watch you actually cook on the winner, runner up, and best buy, would be nice.

[@jasonyoung6420]

I wonder when this was actually filmed vs. when it was posted - prices are off, some very much so.

[@fluxalpha]

In July it was $108, now way too high. I'll just wait for the price to drop again.

[@berighteous]

@@fluxalpha yeah, $184! I bought it a couple years ago for $92.99

[@lovgoddess]

Amazon is slick at changing prices. Specially when being redirect towards a promoting link.

[@TheBrokenLife]

The current Amazon prices are from 3rd party sellers who are price gouging since Amazon themselves are out of stock. The Amazon price, when they have it in stock, is $99. Just be patient and it will return to that price.

[@Michael-zn2jc]

The broil kind was $160ish when I looked into it. I waited a few months because they had recommended it in a video from many years ago but as I kept looking I was discouraged by the reviews. I ended up with a much cheaper Presto Tilt n’ Drain after researching that presto was one of the better electric griddle brands. My model is similar to the one they showed. The one I chose just doesn’t stand up to store and drains differently. The only is issue I notice is the side by the drain container does not get as hot. It’s not a big issue as they described but it’s worth mentioning.

[@annak1371]

I have a toastmaster brand griddle that has lost it's nonstick. It was great in the beginning, but, it's been a year, and although pancakes, french toast, and grilled cheese are not sticking, the fried eggs are. And, the coating is bubbling up.

[@roderickfemm8799]

What about storage? Do any of them break down for easier storage, or are the legs and handles fixed? Size counts in more than one way.

[@DanteYewToob]

Is it possible to use a small pan on top of one of these? Could it act like a hot plate for a small pot or pan to make soup or something "non flat"? I'm currently looking for an efficient way to do some basic cooking in a camper with very limited space and plugs. Has anyone tried this?

[@randomizerca]

I wish ATC would reconsider this recommendation. I ordered one directly from the link in the description, and the surface was so rough it would snag the spatula. When I asked the customer service person for a replacement instead of refund, he wrote back, "All griddles will have a raised surface. It is the way they are being sprayed. This is a manufacturing defect." This does not inspire confidence.

[@dannymcneal]

The Broil King will be my next purchase. I have an Oster with ceramic-coated surface and drip tray. The temperature variance across the surface is horrendous, as well as the accuracy of the temperature indicator dial. For example, when the dial shows 350º, the true temperature is in the upper 400ºs. Tired of the frustration of trying to dial it in-it will soon be a donation. Thanks for another great review!

[@Kingfisher1215]

I bought one of the Black Friday specials one for 14.99 or 19.99, I don't recall exactly. And it works well the two times a year I use it.

[@curbsideseat9794]

I love a good griddle for pancakes and bacon. Not cooking for groups right now (thank you covid) but will definitely look into that Broil King for our future pancake breakfast release party. 🙌🏾💃🏾👍🏾

[@MommabearOfThree]

This came just in time. I've been shopping around for one and didn't know which one to choose

[@majoroldladyakamom6948]

Might also want to compare/contrast with Consumer Reports? They are not sponsored by anyone, cannot give a product extra points because they gave all the top Executives a free sample, bought them dinner, etc. Totally independent from outside influences, you know? One of my always "GO TOs". Hope this helps! ⚘🙏⚘

[@joetacchino4470]

Don’t buy this POS. I had two and they were terrible. I bought a Zojuirushi (sp?) and evening though pricey, it works! So much better.

[@lia-liz2012]

Tysm! I'll definitely buy that broil king. My last grill did the extreme uneven cooking number on me but I love electric griddles for pancakes! I've been cooking pancakes for weeks in a pan and even though they taste amazing (only with fresh buttermilk) the pancakes would have needed to be cooked one at a time to prevent misshapen ones. They are so easy to make from scratch. I can't imagine anyone ever using a mix unless they just don't have a refrigerator!! 🤔🙄

[@joetacchino4470]

Lia Rohrbach I had two of these Broil kings and they were awful. SO uneven. Do not buy this thing. I got a Zojurushi and it’s pricier, but way, way better.

[@lia-liz2012]

@@joetacchino4470 omg thanks for the tip!!!

[@charlesdent9935]

Hi: Really enjoyed

[@keithnewton5508]

I would love to see the new Blackstone E-series griddle tested. It has a hinged removable glass lid and is in the hundred dollar range. I'm waiting for more people to test it.

[@jameschandler6449]

Just go mine last week. I love it!

[@fp5495]

Seems like overkill.

[@larryarcher8533]

I know this is a 2 year old comment, but I have the 22" and I've had it just over a year. It started out great except it doesn't heat up to the set temps hardly ever and after a year of cooking on it frequently (always used the e-series spatulas on it) the non stick is not so much non stick anymore. No matter what I put down everything has started sticking to it.

[@bradquinn4161]

For pancakes I have had the best luck using my induction hot plate (not the little baby ones) with my lodge pizza pan(basically a 24 inch cast iron flat with two handles). Takes a bit to heat up (10? minutes) but once you are dial in you can really pump out the pancakes.

[@78625amginE]

80 degrees?! That’s insane!! Omg Lol I literally yelped

[@bujiknits]

I have a Bella brand griddle & there is a light that shows it is on. that light seems to go off for no reason even tho I have it set at the 350F mark when I make pancakes. is that normal or is it defective? if anyone has a clue, I'd love to know. thanks! meg

[@dmiitri77]

It’s normal. Tells you when it’s reached 350F (cycles on - off) to mAintain accurate temp

[@bujiknits]

@@dmiitri77 thank you!

[@lindapugh4778]

Hi!

[@thudor1]

I would use an infrared laser thermometer to check the entire surface of any griddle, for safety as well as practicality.

[@billgross3579]

Wow! Amazon got wind of your recommendation ... Their price using your link from the video card is $183 ... Nearly double the $99 price mentioned.

[@robshell5367]

Which disposable griddle will add teflon to your food, is best.

[@MAGAMAN]

Went from $99 to $149 and has a 22% 1 star rating.

[@onetwocue]

Waiting to hear one on meat grinders!

[@DoubleDogDad]

Honestly I'm a bit impressed drainage with some backsplash well done

[@Bekindtopeople]

Her hair is beautiful!

[@EM-py7km]

Price has almost doubled. Maybe it's s newer model the link goes to?

[@berighteous]

nope, it's the same one I bought for $92.99 in April 2018.

[@roberttudisco4798]

E M it’s not a newer model. This segment was not researched well at all. At best, it’s misleading and shows incompetence. At worst ATK is working with the company, and/or Amazon to bait and switch. They really need to say something here.

[@mgkleym]

​@@roberttudisco4798 Its a clip from the tv show from a year or two ago.

[@roberttudisco4798]

biohazard 918 that is not clear at all. I don’t know what your basing that on. They are offering it as new content. If you are correct, then there should be a broadcast date. The only date is TODAY (7 hours ago) and something in the test kitchen Amazon link that says it is an older clip or that the price has gone up. It is grossly misleading.

[@TheBrokenLife]

@@roberttudisco4798 It's irresponsible affiliate linking and Amazon actually forbids affiliates to mention exact prices when linking exactly because prices change all the time. If they simply said "regular price of around $100 is what we paid at the time of filming", in the description I'd let them off the hook on this one, but that's not what happened. So... The TV show did it fine (the full episode is in fact from 2 years ago), it's their social media people that are dropping the ball on KZbin and, in fact, violating the terms of the Amazon associate program. With all of that said, regular viewers here already know how this works. They talk about it and the price goes up. You wait it out and the prices comes back down. The same thing happened when they did their Kidde fire extinguisher video (which I made a companion video to) and all sorts of people were reporting double prices for weeks after.

[@rexpolka]

I've purchased similar griddles over the past 10-15 years. I find that the cycle (off/on) of the element to be quite wide nowadays -- maybe 40 to 50 degrees from too hot to too cold, and back to too hot again, regardless the setting I choose. Does anyone else find this true? It is annoying to me. Models, and price and quality seem not to matter -- made in China is the only common thing. Are there American made ones that cycle on / off in 10 degree or less intervals? Thanks for posting the video clip. R

[@TheBrokenLife]

I've owned them in the past and never noticed a problem, but if you're having that trouble you can always go for an outdoor gas powered version where you make all of the decisions about what the burners do. Stove top versions are another option.

[@SDpapa]

Broil king or Blackstone?

[@charleschapman2428]

WOW, American Test Kitchen makes a video and the favorite griddle Price Jumps to $ 189.00 Dollars.

[@con2719]

The link to buy it, brings you to Amazon with a $183 price tag.

[@jgon12]

Yea it's a little bit expensive.

[@funfam53879]

Yeah a lot more than the $99 they said.

[@siriusalien2977]

I just caught that too

[@francineharris6286]

This is a hard pass.

[@berighteous]

@@francineharris6286 It's really good, though. The first time they posted this video in 2018 I bought it for $92.99. It'll come down again

[@mencken8]

An electric griddle’s weakness is not in the griddle. It is the 120VAC 20 amp circuit that supplies it. That translates to @1500 watts cooking power max, and for cooking some things, that just won’t do it. I got a cast iron insert for my Weber grill that solves that problem outdoors. Indoors, no.

[@MeepMeep88]

2:28 whoaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaa BRILLIANTTTTTTTTT almost as if you can't just put a couple magazines or something under it lol... but I mean... WHOAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAA

[@seepictures7669]

$100 better mix the pancake batter for that much

[@SestoElomenTo11]

seems like everything you guys recommend gos up in price when you try to buy it. $183

[@BretFrohwein]

Sur La Table has it for $110

[@johndough7039]

2:07 the bacon face

[@ramonarodriguez6283]

Did they jack up their price after your review? 😳price is about doubled.

[@johnrampoldi]

$110.00 at Sur La Table

[@siriusalien2977]

Sorry the link is to a $183 griddle not $99

[@majoroldladyakamom6948]

Wonder what ever happened to Truth in Advertising, the illegality of Bait and Switch? Your thoughts?

[@axeavier]

@@majoroldladyakamom6948 you need to take into account when the video was originally posted. Secondly, their job is to test stuff, now you know which is better, just be on the look out for a good deal

[@seikibrian8641]

@@majoroldladyakamom6948 ATK/Cook's Country isn't responsible for price changes between the time they test a product and the time you try to buy it. Since they aren't the seller, there is no "bait and switch."

[@majoroldladyakamom6948]

@@seikibrian8641 Makes sense. Thanks. Took me almost 4 months to get 400 yards of elastic for masks from China (WISH, via Amazon) so I get it.

[@nightstringers]

No Presto for me. I have a frying pan from them and the non stick is flaking and peeling. and heat is uneven . I have NEVER had the heat past 325

[@David-ve8pk]

I love my copper top griddle that I paid $7.00 using my JC Penney rewards. No butter required.

[@Phlegethon]

Why do people buy junk like this vs just a cast iron griddle they can use for the next 10 generations

[@jeremyschmaltz7039]

Because not all of us have gas appliances

[@roberttudisco4798]

Great review. Problem is that your review says the winner costs $99, but the link you give is to amazon which lists it for $183.99. That is almost DOUBLE THE PRICE! Either the review is misleading or Amazon is taking SEVERE advantage of your reviews. Very disappointing.

[@13_13k]

Why are you claiming this video is only two days old? I watched this exact same product testing video about a month ago.

[@TheOtherBill]

They keep re-releasing videos, probably to get more views.

[@13_13k]

@@TheOtherBill --- I'm fully aware what they are doing. But doesn't that go against KZbin's community guidelines? Misleading title. It's clickbait is what it is.

[@CaptainFabulous84]

Oh gee, who'da thunk the most expensive would be the "best"? Or you can get a $10 two-sided cast iron griddle and use your existing stove-top to heat it. Cheap, heats evenly, easy to clean and care for, no worry about scratching or damaging the cooking surface (why wasn't this brought up as a factor?), and grease gets naturally drained away when using the grill side. Voila!

[@TheBrokenLife]

This is just my opinion of course, but I find it easier to clean up the counter top after a big bacon frying session than I do the stove top, especially with gas burners to clean around. I personally don't have a problem with the $100 for their winner expressly because of that backsplash to boot. That said, I used to own the older model of their runner up, which used to have legs just like the winner, and it was just fine for about half the money. That's why it's nice that they give you a runner up. I'm just disappointed they changed the legs.

[@williamjones7163]

My Grandfather always said you will never be sorry if you buy good equipment. Buy the better grill.

[@1MrBigred]

The BroilKing is currently listed at $148 on their site and $183.99 through your Amazon link...

[@chrishevia]

Avantco electric griddle for the win.

[@notryhardjustpro4381]

Okey

[@daveninjaneuro7089]

You had me at pancakes.

[@soniaruiz9037]

Y’all didn’t mention the brand Black & decker that one is affordable and gets the job done. But I never thought of cold spots but it surely does its share.

[@TheIrafeedie]

The winner is $183.99 not $99. What's up with that. Maybe ATK needs to contact them and give them a little talking to. Doubling in price must have been filmed a long time ago. Not buying it.

[@skip081961]

2 weeks after posting this video the Broil King Professional Griddle goes from $99 to $184.

[@dmiitri77]

That copper one looks good! Can you give us a Link to your -

[@zipporahthecushite7729]

Please let Adam do reviews by himself the way Lisa used to do.

[@marcol515]

Adam has been doing this for over 20 years. He’s never done them alone.

[@keating8850]

A big ol girl 😊

[@wsigona]

Broiling is made in the USA!

[@majoroldladyakamom6948]

My take? If you buy cheap for 10 years, you end up w a house full of cheap things, garage tools, kitchen appliances, furniture, mattresses, Home Theater equipment, cars, etc., in 10 years. Like most things, I research the company, reputation, who is on the BOD (Board of Directors), their Mission Statement, reputation, Warranty, ratings... all of it, with notes. Anyone can buy a $20 griddle at WalMart, etc. Especially during the Holiday season and Mother's/Father's Days. My rule of thumb? Do I want something that can do the job? If I'm going to have "said item" for over 10 years, research the top 10 models, Manufacturers, etc., and pick something that is one of the top 10, then my fav 3-5 picks, rated, based upon our research, right? In the end, you have a quality item that will last for years, presuming that said Company is still in business 10 years from now, post C19? 🤪 Stay safe, everyone... 🇺🇸 ⚘ 🙏❤🙏 ⚘ 🇺🇸 Thanks ATK.

[@MAli-xs2pm]

This video is 2 years old & the winning griddle is now double in price from then going for $200

[@Phlegethon]

$99! $43! No thanks, just get yourself a regular griddle.

[@SpiritusBythos]

Thank you but that was the least informative episode i have seen so far. What are they made of? Any other details? Take care

[@1argalite]

Do not like non stick surface. They didn't even mention the cooking surface material. Would love a stainless one

[@denisegaylord382]

Oh my goodness. The winning griddle is no longer 99 dollars. Its now twice that at Amazon... good grief...

[@georgia9886]

One thing they did not discuss is storage! A griddle takes up so much space....

[@debbiebaker2112]

Thanks for the info but my cast iron skillet works just fine (don't need another gadget).

[@dkwolfe1]

When are you all going to review electric skillets?

[@johnwilde164]

I clicked on the link, and the current version of the Broil King is $156.95. :-( The current version apparently has a new ceramic coating.

[@fp5495]

Drew Barrymore's "Beautiful" kitchen line has a griddle with a backsplash. It's reasonably priced too, available exclusively at Walmart. I wish Drew's "B" logo wasn't so childish looking on all her products, because they tend to look a bit corny in a kitchen, imo. Something that looks like it was trying to catch the attention of Gen-Z with limited attention spans, instead.

[@goldenrule4064]

$183 on amazon

[@in2webelieve997]

Mentioning the material would be nice. I'm guessing they're all teflon

[@operatorblack]

Only talked about two of them out of the lineup lol