Nesco ES-12 12-inch Black
Score: 78/100
Elite Gourmet Ceralast
Score: 83/100Rankings
Elite Gourmet's EG2212 combines 1200 W rapid heat-up with a PFAS-free Ceralast ceramic coating and a dishwasher-safe design. Its variable power rating and Prop 65 lead warning raise some safety concerns. Great for busy home cooks preparing six-serving meals.
The Nesco ES-12 is a 12-inch electric skillet delivering 1500 W of power with a premium non-stick interior and a deep 4-inch capacity. Its main trade-off is inconsistent power and weight specifications, which can cause uncertainty for buyers. Ideal for small families or campers needing portable countertop cooking.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
1,500 Wbest | 1,200 W | |
192 °C | 218 °Cbest | |
— | 5.68 Lbest | |
120 Vbest | — | |
| ↓ lower better | 3.18 kg | 2.84 kgbest |
1 yearsbest | 1 yearsbest | |
30.48 cm | 30.63 cmbest | |
40.64 cm | 45.98 cmbest |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Capacity & Size(3) | ||
Overall Width (cm) | 30.48 cm | 30.63 cm |
Overall Depth (cm) | 40.64 cm | 45.98 cm |
Overall Height (cm) | 24.13 cm | 17.98 cm |
Build & Design(1) | ||
Product Weight (kg) | 3.18 kg | 2.84 kg |
Accessories(1) | ||
Number of Included Accessories | 4 | 3 |
Power & Performance(2) | ||
Wattage (W) | 1500 W | 1200 W |
Maximum Temperature (°C) | 192 °C | 218 °C |
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Professional and retailer descriptions emphasize the ES-12's even heating, versatile temperature range and dishwasher-safe non-stick surface, positioning it as a convenient plug-in solution for a variety of cooking tasks, though independent editorial testing is lacking.
Everyday users provide minimal feedback, with the sole available review awarding a perfect score and praising functionality, while the overall scarcity of comments leaves durability and long-term performance largely unverified.
“5/5 rating praising its functionality”
“completely satisfied, highly recommend for garlic shrimp stir-fry”
Professional reviewers praise the Elite Gourmet EG2212 for its rapid heat-up, even temperature distribution, and PFAS-free ceramic coating that delivers healthy nonstick performance. They also commend the dishwasher-safe construction and moisture-locking tempered glass lid, noting it makes family-size meals quick and easy, though some question the long-term durability of the aluminum body and the variable power rating.
Everyday users echo the pros highlighted by experts, frequently mentioning the quick heating, effortless cleanup, and large cooking surface that handles meals for six people. Praise centers on the nonstick ceramic's reliability and the convenience of dishwasher safety, while concerns focus on the Prop 65 lead warning, the tall walls limiting shallow frying, and confusion over the exact wattage.
