Cuisinart GR-11
Score: 72/100
Chefman Electric Panini Press Grill
Score: 73/100Rankings
The Chefman 2-slice compact panini press offers a 180° rotating hinge, dishwasher-safe non-stick plates and a removable drip tray in a lightweight design. Its main limitation is a small cooking surface that restricts batch size, and the plates are not removable for deep cleaning. Best suited for dorm-living, travelers or small households needing a portable, easy-to-use grill.
The Cuisinart GR-11 Griddler is a compact 3-in-1 grill, panini press and full grill with stainless-steel construction and dishwasher-safe ceramic plates. Its modest 300-650 W power and limited preset temperatures keep it from matching higher-end models. Ideal for one- or two-person households needing a space-saving, easy-clean indoor grill.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
— | 310.5 cm²best | |
— | 310.5 cm²best | |
| ↓ lower better | 2.5 kg | 1.81 kgbest |
650 W | 1,400 Wbest | |
— | 4 servingsbest | |
— | 1 yearsbest | |
— | 120 Vbest |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Build & Design(2) | ||
Weight (kg) | 2.50 kg | 1.81 kg |
Dimensions (HxWxD) | 6.0 x 12.8 x 10.9 in | 5.0 x 12.0 x 10.0 inches |
Power & Temperature(2) | ||
Power Type | Electric | 1400 |
Wattage (W) | 650 W | 1400 W |
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Professional reviewers and editors are scarce for the GR-11; retailer descriptions emphasize its versatility and easy-clean design, while a Cuisinart product expert highlighted the higher 650 W power figure. Compared to higher-end Griddler models, the GR-11 is positioned as a basic, space-saving option with fewer cooking modes and lower wattage.
Everyday users consistently praise the GR-11 for its compact size, ease of cleaning with dishwasher-safe plates, and versatility for small meals. The most common feedback mentions its suitability for two-person households, while occasional complaints focus on unclear wattage specifications and the limited cooking surface.
“Perfect size for 2 people and so easy to clean with the removable plates”
Professional reviewers highlight the Chefman 3‑in‑1’s space‑saving design, rapid heating and the innovative floating hinge that adapts to sandwich thickness. They commend its versatility for both panini pressing and flat grilling while noting the lack of removable plates and advanced temperature controls as drawbacks for more demanding users.
Everyday users consistently praise the unit's compact footprint, ease of use and the convenience of the 180-degree hinge, especially for small households and on-the-go cooking. The most common complaint centers on the small cooking surface, which limits the amount of food that can be prepared in a single session.
