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DASH DMW001AQ Mini vs Nostalgia MWF5AQ Side-by-Side Comparison
Can’t decide on what to buy between the DASH DMW001AQ Mini and Nostalgia MWF5AQ waffle maker? Here’s our short comparison.
DASH Mini
Tested Using Methodology v1.1Nostalgia Mini
Tested Using Methodology v1.1Overall Verdict
Both the DASH DMW001AQ Mini and the Nostalgia MWF5AQ are mini waffle makers. Due to their compact sizes, they are hugely popular among travelers. Being no larger than a softball, they can fit inside a backpack or suitcase with ease and provide freshly-baked waffles on the go.
Performance-wise, both waffle makers performed passably, with the Nostalgia MWF5AQ being the better one of the two. The waffles they made weren’t restaurant-grade, but for morning breakfasts, camping, and snacking, both models’ waffles are more than sufficient.
We have good things to say about the build quality of both models. In this respect, they are more or less equal.
Pricing is about the same, with the Dash Mini being cheaper (but not by much).
Based on cooking performance, we’ll give it to the Nostalgia MWF5AQ as a slightly better buy for this pairing!
Pros & Cons
- Does a decent job at making pre-mixed waffles
- The waffle plates’ non-stick layer works well
- Easy to use ‘plug-and-play’ design
- Great cleanability
- Affordable
- Surprisingly decent cooking performance for the price
- High build quality; solid lid hinges
- Waffle plates’ non-stick coating performs excellently
- Unremarkable performance in the self-mixed recipe test
- Relatively slow cooking speed
- Thin layer of paint that can be easily scratched
- Many safety issues
- No control feature
- Oven mitts are required for handling
Key Specs
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Analysis and Test Results
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Birch Benders Mix
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Behind the Comparison
Matthew Lee is a writer and editor for HealthyKitchen101. With over 8 years working for various outlets and agencies, specializing in tech review and other subjects of note, such as current affairs.
Lap is Head of the Research, Testing, and Review Team (RTR Team) at HealthyKitchen101.com, where he directs and supervises the testing of kitchen gadgets and appliances.
Tuyet Pham is an award-winning Saigonese chef passionate about delicious and healthful foods. At HealthyKitchen101, she develops recipes and collaborates with our Research, Testing, and Review lab to evaluate the performance of cooking appliances. Her assessments add a strong authoritative voice to our product scoring process.
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