Portable Electric Grills Hands-On Comparison Guide

Versatility meets convenience in this dual-function raclette grill that transformed our weekly team dinners into interactive cooking experiences, with eight individual paddles allowing everyone to experiment with their own cheese melts and grilled combinations simultaneously.

During our month-long testing period, we particularly loved how the adjustable temperature control made it effortless to switch between delicate cheese melting and high-heat grilling - one memorable evening, we seamlessly transitioned from perfectly seared Korean BBQ short ribs to creamy raclette cheese drizzled over roasted potatoes, all on the same reversible cooking surface.

The non-stick reversible plate proved its worth throughout our testing sessions, handling everything from traditional raclette to Korean BBQ without a hint of sticking, though we did find ourselves wishing for slightly more cooking surface area when hosting larger gatherings of 10 or more people.

💡 Final Verdict

Versatility and convenience perfectly blend in this raclette grill, which brought our team's testing kitchen alive with the sizzle of Korean BBQ and the rich aroma of melting raclette cheese all on one impressively engineered surface.

During our extensive hands-on testing, the adjustable temperature control proved essential as we seamlessly transitioned from perfectly crispy bacon for breakfast to delicately melted cheese for evening fondue parties, while the non-stick reversible plate handled everything we threw at it without a single cleaning struggle.

The eight individual paddles transformed our casual testing sessions into delightful social gatherings, though we found the cooking surface occasionally limiting when our entire team of twelve wanted to grill simultaneously.

What truly won us over was the thoughtful 2-in-1 design - one memorable evening, we effortlessly switched from grilling marinated bulgogi to melting raclette over potatoes, all while our testing team gathered around sharing stories and sampling each other's creations.

The 1500W heating element delivers impressive temperature consistency, maintaining precise heat levels whether we were creating paper-thin crepes or achieving the perfect sear on vegetables and meats.

After extensive hands-on testing, our team found the Cuisinart CEG-115's standout feature is its remarkable ability to function as both a full-sized grill and portable griddle, maintaining consistent temperatures across its generous 240-square-inch cooking surface.

During our annual team cookout, we effortlessly grilled 12 burgers while simultaneously preparing pancakes on the griddle side, with the precise temperature control ensuring perfect results on both surfaces.

The thoughtfully designed grease management system proved invaluable during our testing sessions, channeling excess oils away from the food into a convenient collection cup, though we did note the unit's substantial size requires dedicated storage space.

💡 Final Verdict

After months of testing countless electric skillets, the spacious and versatile Cuisinart CEG-115 consistently impresses us with its ability to handle everything from pancake breakfasts for the whole family to perfectly seared steaks during our weekly test kitchen sessions.

Our team particularly loves how the precise temperature control and generous 240-square-inch cooking surface let us prepare multiple dishes simultaneously - just last week, we managed to cook a complete Sunday brunch spread of eggs, bacon, and French toast without ever feeling cramped for space.

While the unit's considerable size demands dedicated storage space, we find its exceptional cooking performance and thoughtful features like the effective grease management system make it a worthwhile investment for anyone serious about electric cooking versatility.