BLACK+DECKER Electric Skillet
Score: 84/100
Nesco ES-08 8-inch
Score: 75/100Rankings
The BLACK+DECKER SK1215BC is a family-size electric skillet featuring a spacious nonstick surface and variable temperature control up to 400°F. Its weight and bulkiness can make it harder to move and store. Ideal for families of four to five who need a versatile, large-capacity cooking appliance.
The Nesco ES-08 is an 8-inch electric skillet with a 1.7-L capacity, 800 W heating element and adjustable thermostat, perfect for compact, single-serve cooking. Its limited capacity, non-dishwasher-safe pan and short leg height are trade-offs for its portability. Best suited for travelers, dorm residents or anyone needing a lightweight skillet for quick meals.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
1,440 Wbest | 800 W | |
204 °Cbest | — | |
— | 1.7 Lbest | |
— | 120 Vbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 3.54 kg | 1.59 kgbest |
2 yearsbest | — | |
44.2 cmbest | 20.32 cm | |
30.5 cmbest | 27.69 cm |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Controls(1) | ||
Temperature Control Type | Variable dial | Adjustable |
Capacity & Size(3) | ||
Overall Width (cm) | 44.2 cm | 20.32 cm |
Overall Depth (cm) | 30.5 cm | 27.69 cm |
Overall Height (cm) | 11.2 cm | 13.97 cm |
Build & Design(2) | ||
Product Weight (kg) | 3.54 kg | 1.59 kg |
Lid Material | Tempered glass | Tempered Glass |
Features(1) | ||
Dishwasher Safe | true | false |
Power & Performance(1) | ||
Wattage (W) | 1440 W | 800 W |
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Professional reviewers from Target, Walmart, Wayfair and Newegg consistently emphasize the SK1215BC's generous cooking surface, precise temperature control, and user-friendly features such as the tilt-leg and dishwasher-safe base, positioning it as a top-selling family electric skillet.
Everyday buyers praise the skillet's reliable heat, ample size for family meals, and low-maintenance cleaning, while occasional comments focus on its weight and a slightly stiff temperature dial, indicating overall high satisfaction with minor ergonomic concerns.
“great for preparing meals at home or in RVs”
“one user removes it for flatness”
Professional reviewers commend the ES-08 for its perfect single-serve capacity, sturdy die-cast aluminum build, and reliable temperature control, while noting the limited cooking surface, basic thermostat and the inconvenience of a non-detachable, hand-wash-only pan.
Everyday users appreciate the skillet's compact footprint, easy-clean non-stick surface, and heat-resistant handles, but repeatedly mention the lid knob taking up space, the need to hand-wash the pan, and occasional overheating concerns due to short leg height.
