George Foreman Indoor Outdoor Grill
Score: 82/100
Hamilton Beach Electric Indoor Grill Black
Score: 82/100Rankings
The George Foreman Indoor/Outdoor Electric Grill offers a spacious 200 sq in (≈1290 cm²) cooking surface with adjustable temperature control and a durable non-stick coating, making it ideal for large gatherings. Its heavy weight and bulky dimensions, along with occasional uneven heating, limit portability. Best suited for families or parties needing high capacity indoor/outdoor grilling.
The Hamilton Beach Indoor Grill with Hot and Cold Smoke Infuser offers a spacious 116 sq in PFAS-free ceramic cooking surface and dual smoke capabilities for indoor grilling and smoking. It lacks a built-in timer and requires unplugging to power off, which can be inconvenient. Best suited for small families or apartment dwellers who want versatile indoor smoking.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
1,600 Wbest | 1,200 W | |
1,290.32 cm²best | 748 cm² | |
— | 232 °Cbest | |
120 Vbest | — | |
— | 138 °Cbest | |
15best | 6 | |
| ↓ lower better | 6.5 kg | 4.51 kgbest |
3 yearsbest | 1 years |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Warranty(1) | ||
Warranty (years) | 3 years | 1 years |
Features(1) | ||
Servings | 15 | 6 |
Accessories(1) | ||
Included Accessories | Removable stand, domed lid, drip tray, grease tray | Nonstick grill plate, Wire smoking rack, Slide‑out drip tray, Vented hood, Power cord |
Design & Build(4) | ||
Cooking Surface Area (cm²) | 1290.32 cm² | 748 cm² |
Product Weight (kg) | 6.5 kg | 4.51 kg |
Dimensions (HxWxD) | 12.0 x 22.25 x 10.43 in | 19.6 x 44.5 x 31.2 cm |
Cooking Surface Material | Aluminum | ceramic |
Controls(1) | ||
Temperature Control Type | adjustable | knob |
Power & Performance(1) | ||
Wattage (W) | 1600 W | 1200 W |
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Professional reviewers and editors commend the grill for its large 240 sq in cooking area, effective fat-draining sloped surface, and versatile removable stand, positioning it as a top choice for group cooking and indoor/outdoor flexibility. They also note its bulk and dependence on an electrical outlet as drawbacks.
Everyday users consistently praise the grill's capacity, quick heating, and health-focused fat reduction, while common complaints focus on the heavy weight, stand stability, and occasional uneven heating on larger loads.
Professional reviewers and editors commend the grill's dual hot/cold smoke capability, generous 116 sq in PFAS-free cooking surface, and precise 450 °F temperature range, calling it an innovative indoor solution for smoked flavor. However, they criticize the lack of an integrated timer and a dedicated power-off switch, noting that users must unplug the appliance to stop it.
Everyday users generally praise the ability to add smoke flavor indoors, the spacious cooking area for family meals, and the dishwasher-safe parts that make cleanup easy. The most common complaints revolve around the missing timer, the need to purchase wood chips separately, and the inconvenience of having to unplug the unit to turn it off.
