
GreenLife 12" 5QT Square Electric Skillet
Score: 75/100
Elite Gourmet EG808
Score: 70/100Rankings

GreenLife's 12-inch square skillet provides a PFAS-free ceramic nonstick coating and ultra-fast heating up to 400°F in a compact design. The non-detachable pan and lightweight build may affect durability and dishwasher use. Great for health-conscious cooks and small households.

The Elite Gourmet EG808 is a compact 8" × 8" electric skillet delivering rapid heat-up and easy cleanup for single-serve meals. Its low power and small capacity restrict it from handling larger or high-heat tasks. Best for individuals or couples needing a space-saving, low-to-medium heat cooking solution.
| Attribute | ![]() | ![]() |
|---|---|---|
1,200 Wbest | 600 W | |
204 °Cbest | 204 °Cbest | |
4.73 Lbest | 2.4 L | |
— | 120 Vbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 2.5 kg | 1.5 kgbest |
— | 1 yearsbest | |
31.1 cmbest | 20.3 cm | |
39.9 cmbest | 20.3 cm |
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Controls(1) | ||
Temperature Control Type | One-knob | dial |
Capacity & Size(4) | ||
Capacity (L) | 4.73 L | 2.4 L |
Overall Width (cm) | 31.1 cm | 20.3 cm |
Overall Depth (cm) | 39.9 cm | 20.3 cm |
Overall Height (cm) | 18.1 cm | 10.2 cm |
Build & Design(2) | ||
Product Weight (kg) | 2.5 kg | 1.5 kg |
Lid Material | Glass vented | glass |
Power & Performance(1) | ||
Wattage (W) | 1200 W | 600 W |

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Professional reviewers consider the GreenLife skillet the top choice for medium-sized electric skillets, citing its rapid preheat, even heat distribution, durable cast-aluminum construction, and health-focused PFAS-free coating. They commend its stability and versatility while noting the non-detachable pan and questionable weight as minor drawbacks.
Consumers generally praise the skillet for its generous cooking area, easy temperature control, and effortless nonstick cleanup. Common themes include quick heating, suitability for family meals, and appreciation of the healthy ceramic coating, with occasional concerns about the unit's light weight and pan design.

“exceptional nonstick ceramic coating requires no greasing (extends longevity with light oil)”

“One user misjudged size (got 12" expecting 10")”


Professional reviewers commend the EG808 for its compact footprint, non-stick surface, and rapid heat-up, noting it works well for quick, single-serve meals. However, they caution that the modest 600 W output and small cooking area make it less suitable for high-heat searing, deep frying, or feeding larger households.
There is limited direct consumer feedback in the data, but the professional review reflects typical user concerns: appreciation for convenience and ease of cleanup, tempered by disappointment over size and power limitations for bigger cooking tasks.