Presto 16-inch Skillet
Score: 80/100
Elite Gourmet Electric Skillet Black
Score: 82/100Rankings
Elite Gourmet's 15"×12" electric skillet delivers rapid 1500 W heating and a generous 10.5-quart capacity with a tempered glass lid and cool-touch folding handles. Its substantial weight and non-detachable base can make handling and deep cleaning cumbersome. Ideal for large families or gatherings needing quick, high-capacity cooking.
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.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
1,500 Wbest | 1,500 Wbest | |
204 °C | 232 °Cbest | |
8.4 L | 9.94 Lbest | |
120 Vbest | — | |
| ↓ lower better | 4.08 kg | 3.67 kgbest |
— | 1 yearsbest | |
33.02 cmbest | 30.64 cm | |
58.42 cmbest | 10.16 cm |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Controls(1) | ||
Temperature Control Type | Thermostat | Dial |
Capacity & Size(4) | ||
Capacity (L) | 8.4 L | 9.94 L |
Overall Width (cm) | 33.02 cm | 30.64 cm |
Overall Depth (cm) | 58.42 cm | 10.16 cm |
Overall Height (cm) | 22.86 cm | 18.06 cm |
Build & Design(1) | ||
Product Weight (kg) | 4.08 kg | 3.67 kg |
Power & Performance(1) | ||
Maximum Temperature (°C) | 204 °C | 232 °C |
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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.
“efficient & cost-effective for breakfast/dinner without oven.”
Professional reviewers praise the Elite Gourmet EGL2510 for its large cooking surface, deep capacity, rapid 1500W heating, and safe ceramic coating, noting minor heat unevenness and a non-detachable base as drawbacks.
Everyday users commend the skillet's generous size, quick heating, and easy cleanup, while noting its weight and occasional edge temperature variation.
