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Oster Belgian vs Euro Cuisine WM520 Side-by-Side Comparison
Read our side-by-side comparison of the Oster Belgian waffle maker and the Euro Cuisine WM520 Norwegian-style waffle maker here!
Oster Belgian
Tested Using Methodology v1.1Euro Cuisine
Tested Using Methodology v1.1Overall Verdict
With this pair, we can make a quick recommendation: pick the Euro Cuisine WM520!.
The Oster Belgian delivered some of the worst cooking performances in our database. Its design is also cheaply made and has many structural and manufacturing flaws. Even after considering the fact that it’s an ultra-affordable waffle maker designed to be as cheap as possible, we still couldn’t find any good reason to recommend it.
On the other hand, the Euro Cuisine WM520 has a beautiful design and a mediocre—but still respectable—cooking performance. The waffle plates have a heart-shaped pattern, which will lend your waffles a more special look.
Pros & Cons
- Affordable
- Performs decently in our test with Birch Benders mix
- Fairly compact design makes for easier storage
- Responsive temperature control dial
- Did a passable job in our self-mixed recipe test
- Luxurious design with chrome lid
- Easy to use control panel with clicky, responsive browning level dial
- Eco-friendly PTFE and PFOA-free ceramic coating on the plates
- Excellent cleanability
- Unremarkable performance in our test with our self-mixed waffle batter
- Bad build quality
- Exposed electronics could be safety hazards
- Very dim indicator lights
- Loose lid hinges
- The rubber screw protectors can be easily lost
- Many surfaces of the waffle maker became scorching hot after two-three cooking sessions
Key Specs
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Analysis and Test Results
Performance
Self-Mixed Recipe
Birch Benders Mix
Design
In the Box
Dimensions
Build Quality
Waffle Plates
Control Panel
Power Cord
Accessories
Usability
Handling
Safety
Cleanability
Indicator Light Visibility
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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