Presto 16-inch Skillet
Score: 80/100
Nesco ES-12 12-inch Black
Score: 78/100Rankings
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 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 | 1,500 Wbest | |
204 °Cbest | 192 °C | |
8.4 Lbest | — | |
120 Vbest | 120 Vbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 4.08 kg | 3.18 kgbest |
— | 1 yearsbest | |
33.02 cmbest | 30.48 cm | |
58.42 cmbest | 40.64 cm |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Controls(1) | ||
Temperature Control Type | Thermostat | adjustable |
Capacity & Size(3) | ||
Overall Width (cm) | 33.02 cm | 30.48 cm |
Overall Depth (cm) | 58.42 cm | 40.64 cm |
Overall Height (cm) | 22.86 cm | 24.13 cm |
Build & Design(1) | ||
Product Weight (kg) | 4.08 kg | 3.18 kg |
Power & Performance(1) | ||
Maximum Temperature (°C) | 204 °C | 192 °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.
“5/5 rating praising its functionality”
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.
