Rankings
The George Foreman Smokeless Digital Smart Select is a family-size indoor grill featuring a 90 sq in non-stick surface, digital touch controls, and patented smoke-reduction technology. Its larger footprint and lack of independent testing mean it may be less portable and its performance claims are unverified. Best suited for families seeking quick, low-smoke cooking.
The George Foreman 4-Serving Removable Plate Electric Grill offers a compact footprint, durable nonstick coating, and fast 10-minute preheat. Its lack of temperature controls and relatively heavy assembled weight are notable trade-offs. Ideal for small families seeking quick, low-fat indoor grilling.
The George Foreman GIO2000BK offers 1600 W power and a huge 240 sq in non-stick surface, perfect for cooking meals for up to 15 people with precise temperature control. Its substantial size and reliance on a power cord limit portability and storage convenience. Best for large families or parties needing high-capacity indoor/outdoor grilling.
The George Foreman Contact Submersible™ 5-Serving Grill provides a large cooking area, adjustable temperature, and a fully submersible, dishwasher-safe design. Its plastic housing and chemical-exposure warnings are notable drawbacks. Best for families needing quick, easy-clean indoor grilling.
The George Foreman Contact Smokeless Select Temp. Grill provides rapid heating, digital temperature control, and strong smoke-reduction for family-size meals. It lacks extra accessories and uses flat plates, which may lead to some grease splatter. Ideal for families seeking quick, low-smoke indoor grilling.
The T-FAL OptiGrill XL offers a spacious cooking area, powerful 2000 W heating and intelligent automatic programs for family meals. Its need for a 220-240 V outlet and PTFE coating may limit adoption in some households. Best for families seeking hands-off grilling with precise cooking control.
The Hamilton Beach 3-in-1 Electric Indoor Grill offers a 1400-W heating element, 180-sq-in reversible ceramic cooking surface, and dual temperature zones for versatile indoor cooking. Its limited cord length and short warranty may be drawbacks for some users. Ideal for small families seeking a versatile, easy-clean countertop grill.
The George Foreman Family-Size Grill & Panini Press offers a PFAS-free ceramic coating, adjustable angle, and a fat-draining slope for healthy family meals. Its heavier build and occasional temperature shortfall are notable compromises. Ideal for small families seeking a versatile, space-saving indoor grill.
The Hamilton Beach Electric Indoor Grill offers a 90 sq in non-stick cooking area with a floating hinge and 1200 W heating for fast meals. Fixed plates and occasional smoke can be drawbacks, and the short one-year warranty limits long-term confidence. Ideal for small families needing quick, low-fat grilling.
The Cuisinart CEG-980 is a portable outdoor electric grill offering a 1500-W heating element and a 145-sq-in porcelain-enameled cooking surface, making it suitable for small gatherings. Its outdoor-only design and 16-lb weight limit portability for longer trips. Ideal for homeowners seeking a compact plug-in grill for occasional backyard use.
The Food Party Hot Pot with Grill combines a smokeless grill perimeter with a removable 2 L hot-pot, serving 6-8 people with independent temperature dials. Its high 1700 W power can overload circuits and the central grill lacks full non-stick coating, which are key drawbacks. Best suited for group meals and indoor Korean BBQ experiences.
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1,800 W | 1,600 W | 1,400 W | 2,000 Wbest | 1,500 W | 1,700 W | 1,500 W | 1,200 W | 1,300 W | 1,265 W | 1,500 W | |
387.1 cm² | 1,548.38 cm²best | 1,161.3 cm² | 800 cm² | 361.3 cm² | — | 580.64 cm² | 580.64 cm² | 483.9 cm² | 624.5 cm² | 935.5 cm² | |
232 °C | — | 218 °C | — | 232 °C | — | 204.4 °C | 232.22 °C | 260 °Cbest | 232 °C | — | |
110 V | 120 V | 120 V | 220 Vbest | 120 V | 110 V | — | — | — | — | 120 V | |
4 | 15best | 8 | 7 | 5 | — | 5 | 6 | 5 | 5 | 8 | |
| ↓ lower better | 10 min | 10 min | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 4 minbest | — |
| ↓ lower better | 0.28 kgbest | 3.935 kg | 4.08 kg | 5.26 kg | 2.5 kg | 3.856 kg | 1.9 kg | 2.27 kg | 1.34 kg | 6.15 kg | 7.26 kg |
3 yearsbest | 3 yearsbest | 1 years | — | 3 yearsbest | — | 3 yearsbest | 1 years | — | 2 years | 3 yearsbest |
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Warranty(1) | |||||||||||
Warranty (years) | 3 years | 3 years | 1 years | — | 3 years | — | 3 years | 1 years | — | 2 years | 3 years |
Features(4) | |||||||||||
Non‑stick Coating | true | true | true | true | true | — | true | true | true | true | false |
Dishwasher‑Safe | true | — | true | true | true | false | true | false | true | true | — |
Removable Drip Tray | false | — | true | true | true | true | true | true | true | true | true |
Servings | 4 | 15 | 8 | 7 | 5 | — | 5 | 6 | 5 | 5 | 8 |
Accessories(1) | |||||||||||
Included Accessories | Removable top plate, Removable bottom plate, Drip tray, Power cord, User manual | Removable stand, lid, lid knob, temperature control probe, grill base, locking latch | Reversible nonstick grill plate; Reversible nonstick griddle plate; Removable dishwasher‑safe drip tray; 36‑inch power cord; User manual | Two removable PTFE nonstick plates, Juice tray, 0.8 m power cord, User manual | — | Removable 2 L center pot with two soup sections, Lid with steam vent hole and protective scratch‑resistant cover, Grill perimeter surface, Oil‑drip collection tray beneath grill, Dual side handles for portability, Two temperature control dials, Tongs, Oil brush, Parchment paper pack, Recipe book (deluxe combo), Electric cord with plugs | — | Removable dishwasher‑safe drip tray; User manual; Power cord | Instruction manual, recipe booklet, drip tray | User manual | Briefcase-style carrying handle; 3‑position telescoping stand; Drip pan; Drip tray assembly; Power cord |
Design & Build(4) | |||||||||||
Cooking Surface Area (cm²) | 387.1 cm² | 1548.38 cm² | 1161.3 cm² | 800 cm² | 361.3 cm² | — | 580.64 cm² | 580.64 cm² | 483.9 cm² | 624.5 cm² | 935.5 cm² |
Product Weight (kg) | 0.28 kg | 3.935 kg | 4.08 kg | 5.26 kg | 2.5 kg | 3.856 kg | 1.90 kg | 2.27 kg | 1.34 kg | 6.15 kg | 7.26 kg |
Dimensions (HxWxD) | 33.71x16.51x31.20 cm | 20.47 x 11.02 x 19.69 inches | 17.1 x 58.4 x 31.8 cm | 15.2 x 33.0 x 35.6 cm | 31.30x10.39x36.38 cm | 10.0x42.0x10.0 cm | 14.6x19.0x21.6 cm | 35.0x32.2x16.2 cm | 31.5x13.21x34.54 cm | 24.6 x 31.5 x 31.5 cm | 55.9 x 30.0 x 44.7 cm |
Cooking Surface Material | Ceramic, aluminum | Aluminum | PFAS-free ceramic nonstick | Stainless Steel | Ceramic, plastic | — | — | Nonstick (raised grids) | Aluminum with Advanced George Tough nonstick coating | Ceramic | Porcelain-enameled coated |
Controls(2) | |||||||||||
Temperature Control Type | On/off | 5 settings (probe) | dual_dials | — | On/off | Mechanical Dials | Digital touch-sensitive panel | — | Adjustable | Touch-sensitive digital | plug |
Indicator Lights | true | — | true | true | false | — | true | true | false | — | — |
Power & Performance(5) | |||||||||||
Wattage (W) | 1800 W | 1600 W | 1400 W | 2000 W | 1500 W | 1700 W | 1500 W | 1200 W | 1300 W | 1265 W | 1500 W |
Voltage (V) | 110 V | 120 V | 120 V | 220 V | 120 V | 110 V | — | — | — | — | 120 V |
Maximum Temperature (°C) | 232 °C | — | 218 °C | — | 232 °C | — | 204.4 °C | 232.22 °C | 260 °C | 232 °C | — |
Preheat Time (min) | 10 min | 10 min | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 4 min | — |
Cord Length (cm) | 60.96 cm | — | 91.44 cm | 80 cm | — | — | — | — | 228.6 cm | — | — |
Products in the top-left offer the best value (high score, low price).
Professional sources consistently commend the grill's health-focused design, rapid preheat, durable nonstick coating, and easy-clean removable plates, while noting the lack of temperature controls and additional accessories as minor drawbacks.
Consumers praise the simplicity of cleanup, the hinged top for better contact, and the quick heat-up, with few complaints beyond occasional confusion over wattage and the fixed-height design.
“Liked the removable grills... Top portion is hinged for better contact,”
“perfect for indoor cooking”
“Easy to use/clean, effective for paninis/burgers, durable coating, good for families”
Professional reviewers commend the George Foreman GIO2000BK for its massive cooking area, precise five-setting probe, and flexible indoor/outdoor design, labeling it apartment-approved and ideal for large meals. The main criticisms focus on its reliance on a power cord and its substantial size, which can hinder portability and storage.
Everyday users overwhelmingly praise the grill's large capacity, quick preheat, easy cleanup, and health-focused fat-removing slope, often describing it as perfect for parties and family gatherings. The recurring complaints center on its bulkiness and the limitation of being tied to an electrical outlet.
Professional product pages and retailer descriptions emphasize the grill's versatility, large cooking area, and easy-clean features, positioning it as an award-winning indoor solution that delivers even heat up to 425 °F with dual temperature zones.
Everyday users praise the unit for its convenience, especially the reversible plates and straightforward cleanup, noting it works well for full family breakfasts and quick indoor grilling, with limited negative feedback.
Professional reviewers and editors are not represented in the available sources; the product narrative relies on manufacturer claims that position the OptiGrill XL as the "smartest grill ever" with superior fat‑reduction and smoke‑less technology compared to older T‑FAL models.
Professional reviewers highlight the grill's PFAS-free ceramic coating, compact footprint, and versatile adjustable angle as strong points, while expressing concern over the discrepancy between claimed and observed maximum temperatures and questioning the completeness of the PTFE-free claim.
Consumers generally praise the grill for its ease of use, effective non-oil cooking, and family-size capacity, though a few note minor issues and frustration over inconsistent size information and occasional stock shortages.
Professional reviewers commend the Food Party Hot Pot with Grill for its versatile 2-in-1 design, effective smokeless operation, independent temperature controls, and capacity to serve 6-8 people, noting fast, even heating and efficient oil-drainage. However, they caution that its 1700 W power draw can overload circuits and that the central grill area's limited non-stick coating may cause sticking, while its bulk makes it less suitable for cramped kitchens.
Everyday users celebrate the product for creating a fun, interactive dining experience that works well for families and parties, especially praising the smokeless indoor use and ability to serve large groups. Recurring complaints focus on the high electricity consumption that can trip breakers and the need for extra oil on non-coated grill sections, with some noting the unit's size as a storage challenge.
Professional reviewers and editors are not represented in the available sources; the information consists mainly of manufacturer and retailer descriptions that highlight the smokeless performance, digital controls, and family-size capacity, but no independent testing or editorial ratings are provided.
Professional editors praise the grill for its rapid cooking speed, effective grease-draining design, and ease of maintenance, placing it among the top-rated indoor grills. However, they note the lack of precise temperature control, absence of smart features, and a relatively short warranty as drawbacks.
Everyday users consistently highlight the grill's quick cooking, capacity for six servings, and straightforward cleanup, especially appreciating the low-fat drip tray. Complaints are limited to the need to hand-wipe the fixed plates and occasional smoke if food isn't closely watched.
Professional reviews are not available in the sourced data; retail descriptions and editor notes highlight the grill’s easy‑clean submersible design, durable nonstick coating, adjustable temperature, and family‑size cooking surface as primary strengths.
Professional editors highlight the grill's innovative smokeless design, noting its 85% smoke reduction, rapid preheating, and three-times faster cooking. They commend the digital touch controls, removable PFAS-free ceramic plates, and reliable grease drainage, while pointing out the absence of slanted plates and accessories as minor drawbacks.
Everyday users love the quick, low-smoke indoor grilling experience, especially for burgers and chicken, and appreciate the easy cleanup and compact storage. Common complaints focus on missing accessories, occasional splatter, and inconsistent cooking-area measurements.
