Dash Mini Maker
Score: 63/100
Gotham Steel Panini Press
Score: 68/100Rankings
Gotham Steel's Nonstick Panini Press provides an ultra-compact form factor with TI-ceramic nonstick plates, indicator lights, and automatic shut-off for rapid two-sandwich cooking. The tiny 12 sq in surface and plasticky construction limit its usefulness for larger meals. Best suited for students or travelers who need quick, small-batch meals.
The Dash Mini Maker Portable Grill offers ultra-low 350 W power and a tiny dual 4-inch nonstick surface, perfect for on-the-go single-serve meals. Its very limited cooking area and low heating power restrict it to niche, supplemental use. Great for dorms, RVs, or travelers needing a lightweight grill.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
83.9 cm²best | — | |
83.9 cm²best | 77.42 cm² | |
| ↓ lower better | 0.454 kgbest | 1 kg |
350 W | 1,400 Wbest | |
— | 2 servingsbest | |
1 yearsbest | 1 yearsbest |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Cooking Surface(1) | ||
Cooking Surface Area (cm²) | 83.9 cm² | 77.42 cm² |
Build & Design(2) | ||
Weight (kg) | 0.454 kg | 1.0 kg |
Dimensions (HxWxD) | 2.8x6.0x5.0 inches | 9.3 x 4.5 x 9.4 in |
Power & Temperature(1) | ||
Wattage (W) | 350 W | 1400 W |
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Professional reviewers consistently commend the Dash Mini Maker for its ultra‑low 350 W power draw and rapid heating, calling it a perfect fit for RVs, solar‑powered setups, and other low‑capacity electrical environments. While its simplicity and quick plug‑in operation are praised, experts caution that the 4‑inch cooking area severely limits its utility, positioning it as a supplemental rather than primary cooking appliance.
Everyday users highlight the grill's compact size, lightweight build, and effortless plug-in use, noting it excels at preparing single-serving meals and snacks in tight spaces like dorms and RVs. Common complaints focus on the limited 4-inch surface, which doesn't accommodate standard sandwich bread and restricts cooking multiple items at once, leading many to view it as a niche, secondary device.
“very convenient”
“I'm a grown ass woman, give me a real sandwich”
Professional testers highlight the panini press's TI-ceramic nonstick coating as a standout feature that prevents sticking and simplifies cleanup, while praising the dual plates for cooking two items at once and the compact, upright storage for portability. However, they note the limited cooking surface restricts it to small-portion meals and criticize the plasticky build quality.
Everyday users consistently praise the ease of use, rapid cooking time, and effortless wipe-clean nonstick surface, especially for quick kids' meals. Common complaints focus on the tiny sandwich size, inability to handle thick or large fillings, and a cheap-looking plastic construction.
