Presto 16-inch Skillet
Score: 80/100
Elite Gourmet EG808
Score: 70/100Rankings
The Presto 06852 is a 16-inch electric skillet delivering 1500 W power and a spacious 8.9 qt capacity with even heat distribution. Its heavy weight and fixed handles make it less portable and harder to store. Ideal for families and buffet-style cooking.
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 | | |
|---|---|---|
1,500 Wbest | 600 W | |
204 °Cbest | 204 °Cbest | |
8.4 Lbest | 2.4 L | |
120 Vbest | 120 Vbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 4.08 kg | 1.5 kgbest |
— | 1 yearsbest | |
33.02 cmbest | 20.3 cm | |
58.42 cmbest | 20.3 cm |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Controls(1) | ||
Temperature Control Type | Thermostat | dial |
Capacity & Size(4) | ||
Capacity (L) | 8.4 L | 2.4 L |
Overall Width (cm) | 33.02 cm | 20.3 cm |
Overall Depth (cm) | 58.42 cm | 20.3 cm |
Overall Height (cm) | 22.86 cm | 10.2 cm |
Build & Design(2) | ||
Product Weight (kg) | 4.08 kg | 1.5 kg |
Lid Material | Tempered glass | glass |
Power & Performance(1) | ||
Wattage (W) | 1500 W | 600 W |
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Professional reviewers commend the Presto 06852 for its exceptional heat uniformity, noting a mere 5.8% temperature variance thanks to its thick cast-aluminum pan and large heating element. They also praise its PFAS-free ceramic nonstick surface, energy-efficient 1500 W power draw, and stylish design that earns a 7.1/10 rating for even cooking and low warping risk.
Everyday users appreciate the skillet's versatility for big meals, the ease of cleaning the ceramic nonstick surface, and the reliable temperature control for routine frying. Recurring complaints focus on the unit's bulk, fixed handles, and heavy weight, which make storage and portability challenging in smaller kitchens.
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.
