Presto 16-inch Foldaway Skillet
Score: 83/100
Elite Gourmet EG-6203
Score: 76/100Rankings
The Presto 06857 is a 16-inch electric foldaway skillet featuring a powerful 1500 W heating element and a durable 3 mm cast-aluminum base for even cooking. Its loosely fitting lid and recessed indicator light can be inconvenient, but it excels for versatile, space-saving cooking.
The Elite Gourmet EG-6203# offers a massive 10.5-qt deep pan with a durable marble-coated nonstick surface and rapid heating. Its weight, two-prong plug, and occasional uneven heat are notable drawbacks. Best suited for large families or entertainers needing high-capacity cooking.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
1,500 Wbest | 1,500 Wbest | |
204 °Cbest | 204 °Cbest | |
8.42 L | 9.9 Lbest | |
120 Vbest | 120 Vbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 3.88 kgbest | 4.8 kg |
1 yearsbest | — | |
31.75 cm | 40.6 cmbest | |
50.8 cmbest | 50.8 cmbest |
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| Attribute | | |
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Capacity & Size(3) | ||
Capacity (L) | 8.42 L | 9.9 L |
Overall Width (cm) | 31.75 cm | 40.6 cm |
Overall Height (cm) | 20.32 cm | 21.1 cm |
Build & Design(2) | ||
Product Weight (kg) | 3.88 kg | 4.8 kg |
Lid Material | Tempered Glass | glass |
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Professional reviewers praise the Presto 06857 for its strong overall performance, especially on steaks and pizza crust, and highlight the thick cast-aluminum base for even heating.
Generally positive reception, with users likely appreciating its versatility, space-saving design, and easy cleanup.
“Largest and deepest pan... capable of frying chicken for 6-8 people... marble-coated raised honeycomb pan [is] aesthetic, functional, and easy to clean... fastest preheating times”
Professional reviewers commend the Elite Gourmet for being the largest and deepest skillet in its segment, offering rapid pre-heat, a premium marble-coated honeycomb non-stick surface, and a practical glass lid and spout. However, they caution that heat distribution can be uneven at higher settings and note the less-safe two-prong plug.
Everyday users praise the skillet's massive capacity, easy food release, dishwasher-safe pan, splatter-proof walls, and quick pre-heat, while recurring complaints focus on bottom discoloration, heat variability, heavy weight, and the two-prong plug.
