George Foreman 2-Serving Classic Plate
Score: 66/100
Lodge LPP3
Score: 80/100Rankings
The Lodge LPP3 is a pre-seasoned cast-iron square ribbed panini press that offers superior heat retention and versatile stovetop, grill, and oven use. Its heavy weight and need for hand-washing limit convenience. Ideal for home cooks seeking durable, multi-purpose cookware.
George Foreman's 2-Serving Classic Plate Grill is an ultra-compact, quick-preheat panini press with an adjustable angle and non-stick coating. Its small cooking surface and fixed plates restrict larger meals. Perfect for singles or couples with limited counter space.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
258 cm² | 439.5 cm²best | |
258 cm² | 439.5 cm²best | |
| ↓ lower better | 1.27 kgbest | 1.79 kg |
| ↓ lower better | 180 secondsbest | — |
760 Wbest | — | |
2 servingsbest | — | |
1 yearsbest | 0 years |
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| Attribute | | |
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Cooking Surface(2) | ||
Plate Size (cm²) | 258 cm² | 439.5 cm² |
Cooking Surface Area (cm²) | 258 cm² | 439.5 cm² |
Build & Design(2) | ||
Weight (kg) | 1.27 kg | 1.79 kg |
Dimensions (HxWxD) | 10.25 x 5.12 x 9.38 in | HxWxD: 1.5 x 8.31 x 8.31 inches |
Features(1) | ||
Dishwasher‑Safe | true | false |
General(1) | ||
Warranty (years) | 1 years | 0 years |
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Professional reviewers highlight the grill's ultra-compact design, quick preheat, and effective fat-draining sloped surface, noting its durability thanks to the Advanced George Tough coating. They appreciate the safety features like the cool-touch handle but point out the fixed plates and modest power as drawbacks.
Everyday users consistently praise the grill's small footprint, fast heating, and easy cleanup, especially valuing the healthier, lean results from the fat-draining design.
“"excellent" overall despite size”
“"smaller than expected, only cooks one burger at a time"”
“not even tempted to buy an electric Panini press anymore!”
Professional reviewers consider the Lodge LPP3 a practical kitchen investment that bridges home cooking and professional results. They commend its heat retention, versatile functionality, and the durable American-made construction, positioning it as a superior, long-lasting alternative to electric panini presses.
Everyday users overwhelmingly praise the press for its crisp paninis, rapid cooking of bacon and steaks, and the professional grill marks it creates.
