Ovente 12-inch Skillet with Nonstick Coating
Score: 69/100
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 Ovente 12-inch electric skillet delivers rapid 1400 W heating and a lightweight, portable design with a nonstick surface. Its thin pan and shallow capacity can limit durability and liquid-based recipes. Ideal for small families or dorm-room cooks needing quick dry-heat cooking.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
1,400 Wbest | 1,200 W | |
240 °Cbest | 218 °C | |
2.37 L | 5.68 Lbest | |
120 Vbest | — | |
| ↓ lower better | 1.5 kgbest | 2.84 kg |
1 yearsbest | 1 yearsbest | |
34.29 cmbest | 30.63 cm | |
29.21 cm | 45.98 cmbest |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Controls(1) | ||
Temperature Control Type | dial | adjustable |
Capacity & Size(4) | ||
Capacity (L) | 2.37 L | 5.68 L |
Overall Width (cm) | 34.29 cm | 30.63 cm |
Overall Depth (cm) | 29.21 cm | 45.98 cm |
Overall Height (cm) | 10.16 cm | 17.98 cm |
Build & Design(2) | ||
Product Weight (kg) | 1.5 kg | 2.84 kg |
Lid Material | glass | Tempered glass |
Power & Performance(2) | ||
Wattage (W) | 1400 W | 1200 W |
Maximum Temperature (°C) | 240 °C | 218 °C |
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Professional reviewers praise the Ovente skillet for its lightweight build, stable anti-slip feet, cool-touch double-walled exterior, and clear heating indicator, but criticize the thin pan that can warp and the inaccurate temperature sensor.
Users love the fast heating and easy cleanup but frequently mention pan warping, imprecise temperature control, and concerns about the two-prong plug.
“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.
