Broil King PCG-10
Score: 81/100
King Kooker 1618
Score: 76/100Rankings
The Broil King PCG-10 is a professional-grade portable electric griddle with a large non-stick surface and strong, even heating. Its main trade-offs are a higher price point and a tendency to overheat when run empty. Ideal for families or small groups that value cooking consistency and easy cleanup.
The King Kooker 1618 is a heavy-duty portable propane fryer delivering 54,000 BTU through a single cast burner and includes a pan and dual baskets. Its drawbacks are the uneven heating of the aluminum pan and lack of a windscreen, plus a relatively heavy footprint. Best for tailgating or campsite cooking where high heat and bundled accessories are valued.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
— | 1best | |
| ↓ lower better | 3.697 kgbest | 7.26 kg |
1,625.65 sq_cmbest | — | |
— | 15.8 kWbest | |
15.2 cm | 41.91 cmbest | |
33 cm | 36.83 cmbest | |
73.7 cmbest | 45.09 cm | |
204.4 °Cbest | — |
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| Attribute | | |
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Dimensions(3) | ||
Overall Height (cm) | 15.2 cm | 41.91 cm |
Overall Width (cm) | 33.0 cm | 36.83 cm |
Overall Length (cm) | 73.7 cm | 45.09 cm |
Build & Design(2) | ||
Weight (kg) | 3.697 kg | 7.26 kg |
Construction Material | cast aluminum (non‑stick) | aluminum (pan) / steel (frame) |
Power & Fuel(2) | ||
Fuel Type | electric | propane |
Power Type | electric | gas |
Products in the top-left offer the best value (high score, low price).
Professional reviewers highlight the PCG-10's ability to hold a steady temperature-around 350°F when empty and 300-320°F when loaded-across the entire cooking surface, noting its superior build quality, effective splatter protection, and even heat distribution that outperforms cheap department-store models, while cautioning about the risk of overheating when operated empty.
Everyday users appreciate the large cooking area, easy cleanup with the removable tray and immersible base, and reliable heat for staples like bacon and omelets, but they frequently mention occasional uneven spots, overheating when left on without food, and a perception that the price is high relative to basic alternatives.
“Large cooking area for family meals”
“Even heat distribution maintains ~300-350°F consistently across surface”
