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Waffle Makers

We test dozens of Waffle Makers for performance, usability, and design. Here’s our test procedure and detailed reviews.

How We Test Our Waffle Makers

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At HealthyKitchen101, we’re committed to testing our products methodically and objectively. Here’s how we tested the waffle makers featured in our reviews!

Self-Mixed Recipe

A waffle made from a self-mixed batter will always taste better than one that’s baked from an out-of-the-box batter mix. Since this is the definitive way to make waffles for so many people, this test is one of the more important ones in our review.

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Birch Benders Mix

Though they may look the same, a pre-mixed batter (like the Birch Benders mix) has vastly different characteristics than a self-mixed one. A waffle made from a pre-mixed batter will look and, more importantly, taste different from one made using a full recipe.

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Our Waffle Maker Reviews

The Oster waffle maker on a wooden floor next to a plate of 7-inch and mini waffle makers.
Overall Score: 5.7
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Oster Belgian Waffle Maker In-depth Review
Hamilton Beach 26031 waffle maker with its drip tray filled with freshly-baked waffles against a blurry blue and red background.
Overall Score: 8.3
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Hamilton Beach 26031 Belgian Waffle Maker In-depth Review
The KRUPS Belgian waffle maker with its lid opened and two waffles on the plate next to a plate of cooked waffles on a wooden countertop
Overall Score: 6.3
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KRUPS Belgian Waffle Maker In-depth Review
Cuisinart WAF-F20P1 waffle maker on a white countertop next to a plate with a single waffle and a sealed bag of Birch Benders instant waffle mix.
Overall Score: 8.5
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Cuisinart Double Belgian Waffle Maker In-depth Review
The Dash No-Drip waffle maker with its lid opened, revealing its black waffle plates. To either side are instruction manuals.
Overall Score: 8.0
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DASH No-Drip Waffle Maker In-depth Review
The Nostalgia MWF5AQ mini waffle maker next to its instruction manual and shipping box.
Overall Score: 6.7
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Nostalgia Mini Waffle Maker In-depth Review
Euro Cuisine Heart-Shaped waffle maker with opened lid revealing its unique heart-shaped plates on a white countertop next to a plate of fresh waffles.
Overall Score: 7.0
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Euro Cuisine Heart-Shaped Waffle Maker In-depth Review
BLACK+DECKER WMB500 waffle maker next to a plate of waffles on a gray countertop.
Overall Score: 7.9
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BLACK and DECKER Belgian Waffle Maker In-depth Review
Presto Flipside waffle maker standing upright on a white countertop beside a plate of freshly-baked waffles.
Overall Score: 7.3
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Presto Flipside Belgian Waffle Maker In-depth Review
DASH Mini waffle maker after finishing cooking a mini-style waffle on a white countertop next to a plate of fresh, various-sized waffles.
Overall Score: 6.9
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DASH Mini Waffle Maker In-depth Review
The Black and Decker Double waffle maker with a plate of fresh waffles beside it on a white countertop against a blurry red and blue background.
Overall Score: 7.6
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Black and Decker Double Waffle Maker In-depth Review
Bella 13991 waffle maker rotated slightly on its base next to a plate of fresh golden-brown waffles.
Overall Score: 7.1
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BELLA Rotating Waffle Maker In-depth Review
The Holstein Housewares Mini waffle maker next to a plate of cooked mini and 4-inch waffles on a wooden tabletop.
Overall Score: 6.5
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Holstein Housewares Mini Waffle Maker In-depth Review
Chefman Anti-Overflow waffle maker with empty waffle plates on a white tabletop next to a plate containing stacks of waffles.
Overall Score: 6.7
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Chefman Anti-Overflow Belgian Waffle Maker In-depth Review
Cuisinart waffle maker next to a plate of golden-brown waffles on slate grey surface.
Overall Score: 7.9
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Cuisinart WMR-CA Classic Waffle Maker In-depth Review
Crownful Mini waffle maker with its lid opened and a fresh waffle inside. Next to it is a stack of mini waffles.
Overall Score: 6.9
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CROWNFUL Mini Waffle Maker In-depth Review

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