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Presto Flipside Belgian vs BELLA 13991 Rotating Side-by-Side Comparison
Can’t decide between the Presto Flipside Belgian and the Bella 13991 Rotating waffle maker? Our side-by-side comparison can help you pick!
Presto Flipside
Tested Using Methodology v1.1BELLA Rotating
Tested Using Methodology v1.1Overall Verdict
Although both the Presto Flipside and the Bella 13991 are flippable waffle makers, the way the Presto Flipside does it is pretty unique. Instead of rotating the baking chamber on a lifted frame, the baking chamber of the Presto is hinged, so you can physically flip it 180° from one side to the other on the table.
With this design, the Presto Flipside can be a lot more compact when it comes time to put it into storage. You can raise it vertically upward and fit it into a small cupboard.
The Bella 13991 has a more traditional design in comparison, with a lifted frame on which the baking chamber can rotate.
Performance-wise, both waffle makers did acceptably well in our cooking tests. However, the test score of the Presto was much lower since it didn’t do as well as the Bella in the test with our self-mixed waffle recipe.
Pros & Cons
- Unique ‘flip-side’ design
- Far more compact than other flip waffle makers
- Includes a timer with an audible alarm
- The safety rating is high
- Affordable
- Did a good job in both of our performance tests
- Overall design looks very premium
- The non-stick coating functions well
- Mediocre cooking performance with a tendency to char the waffle
- Poor build quality
- Certain spots on the waffle maker are difficult to clean
- Poor build quality
- The lid is dangerously loose
Key Specs
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Analysis and Test Results
Performance
Self-Mixed Recipe
Birch Benders Mix
Design
In The Box
Dimensions & Weight
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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