DASH No-Drip Belgian vs Holstein Housewares HH-09125016B: Which Is Better?

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The DASH No-Drip Belgian waffle maker is built for bulk cooking. Its large waffle plates can cook four square waffles, each measuring about 4 inches.

On the other hand, the Holstein Housewares HH-09125016B is a mini waffle maker. It has a compact form factor of about the same size as a softball. And, like the DASH No-Drip Belgian, the Holstein also makes 4-inch waffles. However, it can only make one at a time.

So, the deciding factor here is whether you think the DASH No-Drip Belgian’s bulk-cooking ability is worth it. It would be extremely useful for those with large families. On the other hand, the Holstein will suffice for bachelors, snackers, or those who don’t cook waffles very often.

Pros & Cons

Affordable
Capable of bulk cooking (can make four waffles at once)
Did an acceptable job in our test with the self-mixed recipe
Solid build quality
High safety rating
Easy to clean

Highly affordable
Compact size and lightweight
Handling is simple and smooth
Acceptable build quality
Excellent cleanability rating

The unit’s appearance looks quite cheap
Lacks a control panel

Mediocre cooking performance with our self-mixed recipe
Cheap-looking design
Lacks a control panel
Safety rating is very low

Key Specs

Features

Indicator lights

Compact size, patterned top lid, indicator lights

Adjustable Settings

None

N/A

Dimensions

L6.3 x W5 x H2.5 inches

L5.1 x W6.5 x H3.5 inches

Material

Plastic housing, aluminum nonstick baking plates

Plastic housing; aluminum nonstick baking plates

Weight

8 pounds

1.1 pound

Waffle diameter

4.0" (10.2 cm)

Where to Buy

Price at publication

$49.99

$16.70

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Analysis and Test Results

Performance

Overall Performance Scoring

6.7

6.3

Self-Mixed Recipe

6.5

6.3

The golden - very dark brown top crust of a waffle baked for 3 minutes using our self-mixed recipe.

The golden - very dark brown bottom crust of a waffle baked for 3 minutes using our self-mixed recipe.

A cross-section of a waffle baked for 3 minutes using our self-mixed recipe, revealing the air bubble-filled inner core.

A waffle being torn by hand to test its consistency and texture. The interior of the waffle is revealed.

Holstein Housewares HH-09125016B Self-Mixed RecipeA waffle baked for 5 minutes using our self-mixed recipe. Presented here is its top crust with a very dark brown color. — Top

A waffle baked for 5 minutes using our self-mixed recipe. Presented here is its bottom crust with a very dark brown color.

A cross-section of a waffle baked for 5 minutes using our self-mixed recipe. Prominent air bubbles can be seen within.

A waffle being torn down the middle by hand to test it for its consistency. The air bubble-filled core is revealed.

Holstein Housewares HH-09125016B Self-Mixed Recipe Video

Heat Level

N/A

Cooking Time

3 minutes

5 minutes

Birch Benders Mix

6.9

6.3

The top crust of a waffle baked for 4 minutes using a batter made from Birch Benders mix. It has a very light gold color.

The bottom crust of a waffle baked for 4 minutes using a batter made from Birch Benders mix. It has a very light gold color

A cross-section of a waffle, revealing its core with prominent air cavities and multiple air bubbles.

A waffle, baked for 4 minutes, torn down the middle by hand to test it for consistency and texture.

The very light gold top crust of a waffle baked for 5 minutes using a batter made from the Birch Benders mix. — Top

The very light gold bottom crust of a waffle baked for 5 minutes using a batter made from the Birch Benders mix.

A cross-section of a waffle baked for 5 minutes using the Birch Benders batter mix. Air bubbles can be seen within.

A waffle is torn down the middle by hands to test its consistency. The air bubble-filled interior of the waffle is revealed.

Holstein Housewares HH-09125016B Birch Benders Mix Video

Heat Level

N/A

Cooking Time

5 minutes

Design

Overall Design Scoring

8.7

7.0

In the Box

The blue Dash No-Drip waffle maker next to its shipping box and instruction manuals.

The glossy black Holstein 4 inch waffle maker next to its instruction manual and the shipping box.

Dimensions

Length

6.3" (16.0 cm)

5.1" (13.0 cm)

Width

5.0" (12.7 cm)

6.5" (16.5 cm)

Height

2.5" (6.4 cm)

3.5" (9.0 cm)

Weight

8.0 lbs (3.6 kg)

1.1 lbs (0.5 kg)

Build Quality

9.5

7.0

Side view of the DASH No Drip waffle maker. The blue top lid and the black bottom of the waffle maker can be seen here.

Holstein Housewares HH-09125016B Build Quality

The back side of the Holstein waffle cooker. Components of its lid hinges and the root of its power cord can be seen.

The black plastic hinges of the Holstein waffle maker’s lid. It is currently in its open position.

Waffle Plates

9.5

A zoomed-in view of the anti-drip moat on either side of the DASH Deluxe No-Drip Belgian waffle maker.

Waffle batter overflowing from the waffle plates and into the anti-drip moat during a cooking test.

Holstein Housewares HH-09125016B Waffle PlatesAn overview of the Holstein waffle maker’s cooking plates. They’re black and printed with the classic waffle patterning.

Number of Plates

Grid Pattern

Belgian-style

Classic-style

Plate Area

69.6 inch

17.72 inches

Plate Length

8.7" (22.1 cm)

4.8" (12.1 cm)

Plate Width

8.0" (20.3 cm)

4.8" (12.1 cm)

Material

Aluminum

Cast aluminum

Non Stick Coating

Yes

Removable

Dishwasher Safe

Control Panel

0.0

Indicator Lights

Yes

Audible Alarm

Timer

Browning Control

Power Cord

The power plug of the Dash No Drip waffle maker, focusing on its Type-A prongs.

Plug Style

Type A (Flat Blade Attachment Plug)

Length

2.3 ft (0.7 m)

2.1 ft (0.6 m)

Cable Management

Yes

Accessories

Material

N/A

Removable

N/A

Dishwasher Safe

N/A

Usability

Overall Usability Scoring

9.6

6.5

Handling

9.5

9.0

Safety

9.2

1.8

The temperature of the DASH No Drip waffle maker’s top lid is being measured using a thermometer. The screen reads 202.3°F.

The temperature of the underside of the DASH No Drip’s handle is being measured with a thermometer. The screen reads 151.5°F.

The temperature of the top side of the DASH No-Drip’s handle is being measured with a thermometer. The screen reads 120.0°F.

Holstein Housewares HH-09125016B SafetyThe temperature of the top lid of the Holstein waffle maker is being measured with a thermometer. The screen reads 219.0°F.

The temperature of the base of the Holstein waffle maker is being measured with a thermometer. The screen reads 113.7°F.

The temperature of the front handle of the Holstein waffle maker is being measured with a thermometer. The screen reads 160.7°F.

Top Side Temperature

202.3°F

234°F

Bottom Side Temperature

151.5°F

85°F

Handle Temperature

120°F

105°F

Cleanability

Excess batter overflowing from one of the waffle plates and into the anti-spill moat during a cooking test.

Excess batter pouring from out of the Holstein waffle maker and into small pools at the base of the unit.

Indicator Light Visibility

Indicator lights at the top of the DASH No-Drip waffle maker. Left is the red POWER light and right is the green READY light.

The red ring-shaped indicator light at the top of the Holstein’s lid. It is shining dimly in the studio lighting.

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