TOP 10 best electric crepe makers according to customer reviews

This device is the dream of housewives of a large family and schoolchildren! For the first, the plus is that in one step you can fry 6 pancakes at once, and for others, it is that they can cope on their own. In this article, you will learn how to choose an electric creamer and what to look for first. And also we have compiled a rating of the best models of 2019, according to the owners.

Electric crepe maker or frying pan: pros and cons

Let's start with the pros

The proverb “the first pancake is lumpy”, familiar to everyone, loses its relevance with the electric pancake maker. It comes out well right away, from the first hit. And this is undoubtedly a plus. In addition, there is no risk of overcooking the pancakes, since the device is equipped with a timer. And this is also a plus.

Another advantage is the ability to bake several products at once. But, this advantage is relevant only for those who have a sufficiently large number of eaters in the house. For two or three people, baking pancakes in a frying pan is not difficult, but for six or seven ... You need to stomp at the stove for at least two hours, and pancakes are swept away in no time! That is why such simple and cheap food is a rarity in large families.

Also, in some models of electric pancakes (which we will discuss below), it is very convenient to make pancakes with baking. If you don't know what it is, then in the last block there is a recipe, but for now, in a nutshell: these are pancakes, in the dough of which, when baking, some filling is placed on top, and then poured with a second layer of dough.

So: in a frying pan, this dish comes out well, but you need skill to prepare it. And the size of the pancakes will be uneven, which does not look very good. In electric, there is no such problem, since the dough there is poured into recesses of limited size.

Well, the very last plus: the ability to use by children from eight years old. It is very simple to use this technique, there is practically no risk of spoilage of the product, therefore, schoolchildren simply love to manage and treat their family with their culinary masterpieces. With a cast-iron frying pan, you can't accelerate! Children can't even lift it, let alone turn it over, to evenly distribute the dough. And it is very easy to get burned by touching the hot cast iron.

Now let's talk about the cons, without which no device can do

Minus number one - high power consumption. Moreover, the more massive the device and the more cells it has, the more it consumes. So, the crepe maker is ideal only for those who already have an electric stove. For the rest, it is worth thinking three times before deciding on such an acquisition.

The second minus is technology, and, as everyone understands, it tends to fail. If the cast-iron frying pan will serve you and your grandchildren, then the electrical appliance is broken - fix it, and it's not cheap.

Another disadvantage is that it is not so convenient to wash it. And also electric pancakes take up quite a lot of space if they are stationary (those on which you can bake several pancakes at once).

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What types of crepes are there and how to use them

They are of three types:

• Submersible
• Stationary
• Stationary with lid

Pancake maker electric submersible

Made in the form of a frying pan, but its surface is curved in the opposite direction. It is simple to use it: the dough is poured into a special container that comes with the kit, the heated device is dipped into it, then turned over and placed on the table. The pancake is baked for about 1 minute on one side and the same amount on the other.

Such devices do not imply any time savings, but any schoolchild can use them. And the pancakes on them are always thin and evenly fried. But, of course, it will not work. Only a classic, thin pancake.

Stationary pancakes

They look like a portable electric oven. Frying surfaces have a different number of indentations: from one to six. Moreover, the more pieces, the smaller the size of the pancakes. If you take a device with six cells, then know that you can not dream of pancakes with wrapped filling, since they are too small.

True, some models offer removable frying panels that can be changed. Today you fry them like that, tomorrow they are like that ... In addition, there are nozzles with which you can bake pancakes not of a simple, round shape, but in the form of various shapes: emoticons, hearts, animals.

It is simple to use such pancake makers: he warmed up and poured the dough into the recess, then turned it over as soon as the timer sounded.

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Stationary pancake makers with lid

These models work like a waffle iron, that is, you do not need to turn the pancake. This is the best model for recipes with baking and, most importantly, in such models, electricity is significantly saved, due to the fact that the cooking time is halved.

But, on the other hand, you will not be able to bake thin, translucent pancakes in it, they are the most expensive and it is completely impossible to see in them how the pancake begins to turn red. And, in fact, this spectacle is fascinating and cozy!

Fry top - which material is better?

They come in cast iron or Teflon. The pros and cons of these materials are obvious: Teflon is lightweight, does not require oil, but it must be used very carefully and it is not at all durable.

Cast iron, on the contrary, are durable, but heavy. By and large, if we are talking about a stationary pancake maker, then the weight does not matter, it is better to take cast iron. But a submersible with a cast-iron surface will be difficult and children will not be able to use it.

It is also worth mentioning that many users speak badly about Teflon due to the fact that the taste of pancakes on such surfaces is very different from the usual. Why this is so is unclear, but true.

What to look for when choosing

• It is desirable that the electric creamer be equipped with a timer
• Choose a model that can adjust the temperature
• For a stationary crepe maker, it is important to have side handles for comfortable carrying
• Pay attention to the legs. They must be durable and rubberized.
• Better to take a pancake maker with removable panels. Although it is more expensive, there are more cooking options and it is easier to wash. And it is not just simpler, but safer: there is no chance of water getting into the case, which leads to a short circuit and breakdown.
• The presence of measuring spoons for pouring dough is important if you plan to entrust cooking to children or do not have cooking experience yourself.

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In the rating of electric crepe makers, I included the main types of models - submersible and classic. Submersibles may seem more attractive to hostesses, but also more difficult. They have a completely different principle than the classic ones, where the dough is poured with a ladle. Submersibles have a heating element in the form of a smooth convex plate. It is warmed up and immersed in a special container with dough. After seconds, the plate is turned over. The dough stuck to the surface is fried, frying from the second side, as in the classic one, is turned over with a spatula. In the TOP there was also a place for classic household single- and multi-blinded pans of domestic and foreign manufacturers.

TOP 10 electric crepe makers

Great rivers Dobryana-5

The submersible crepe maker has a beautiful white body. Bakes 1 pancake with a diameter of 20 cm at a time. The non-stick coating of the main work surface will allow you to do without oil.

Pros:

• body made of durable plastic;
• convenient on / off switch on the handle of the device;
• the level of surface heating is displayed on the indicator;
• surface heating up to 210⁰;
• the set includes a container for the dough;
• good, complete instruction.

Minuses:

• heating temperature is low. Pancakes are not fried, but dried;
• ill-conceived combination of pancake maker and base (hard to hit).

An easy-to-use submersible model for 1300 rubles. Replaces the routine of standing at the stove for baking pancakes into a light action. No need to monitor the thickness, twist the pan in your hand - everything is thought out. Although there is an opinion of some owners that pancakes are tastier in a regular frying pan. You may not like the soiled white color, then buy a black Maxwell MW-1972 model with almost the same characteristics.

Maxwell MW-1972

The domestic manufacturer of small household appliances, unlike Velikiye Rivers, manufactures products at Chinese production facilities, which is probably why the price is 420 rubles more for a crepe maker of almost the same characteristics and type as Dobryana-5. Body color - black.

Pros:

• submersible type, even a girl will be able to bake thin pancakes;
• saves energy: unlike Dobryana-5, it consumes 200 W less at the same heating temperature of the working surface;
• practical black body color;
• The set comes with a carrying handle;

The disadvantages noted by users are the same as for Dobryana-5.

An interesting submersible model for the hostess, saving time on preparing thin pancakes, omelets, toasts. The indicator light will allow you to set the temperature required for cooking. Very light 0.7 kg, can be cooked in the field. Stable, there are rubberized feet. The price is 1720 rubles, it is fully justified by the functionality. But if you like the "sterile" white color, then buy Dobriana-5.

Lumme LU-3650

Chinese brand model of classic type. The working surface is 10 cm larger than in Dobryana-5 (30/20 cm). Universal, makes pancakes, omelets, scrambled eggs, steaks, toasts. Temperature display indicates readiness for operation.

Pros:

• high power (1000 W) for surface heating up to 200-300 ⁰FROM;
• automatic shutdown of the pan when the set operating temperature is reached;
• unlike Maxwell MW-1972 and Dobryany-5, the usual household pancake maker is not submersible;
• special composition of non-stick water-based coating. Even if the coating is damaged or heated, no harmful substances will enter the food;
• control and selection of temperature conditions for different types of dough or products;
• complete with 2 spatulas - T-shaped and regular.

Minuses:

• consumes a lot of energy;
• does not correspond to the price of 1990 rubles. Should be cheaper for sure;
• heavy for a compact device.

Normal household appliances for the kitchen. Functional, with a safe non-stick coating. I would argue about the high price. An ordinary high-quality frying pan costs 3,000 rubles and more, and here - automatic adjustment and saving time standing at the stove. And the opportunity to transport it to the dacha or take it with you on vacation to boarding houses without food is also not worth dumping. It can be stopped by the not yet very popular brand of the brand, then there is an option that is more expensive by 500 rubles, but already the popular brand Scarlett SC-PM229D98.

REDMOND RSM-1409

Like the Maxwell MW-1972, the device is a domestic manufacturer that manufactures products in China. The same submersible model type. Uniform heating of the frying surface will allow the oven, and not to dry, as in Dobryana-5, ruddy and openwork pancakes.

Pros:

• a 0.7 m electric cord is connected to the stand, will not interfere with dipping the work surface into the dough;
• the special thickness and composition of the non-stick coating RSM-1409 eliminates the appearance of smoke during cooking;
• as with other models of this type, frying is possible without adding oil;
• convenient storage, a compartment is provided for the cord;
• like Maxwell, stable on the surface, equipped with anti-slip feet;
• compact, low - 8 cm in height, only 200 g heavier than Maxwell.

Minuses:

• a new surface, when heated, emits a plastic smell;
• low-quality spatula and container for the dough included, for the price of 2050 rubles I would like a better product;
• there are devices with low-quality non-stick coating.

There are more reviews for this model than for Dobryana-5 or Maxwell MW-1972. It is compact, convenient, and will make pancake cooking a pleasure even while watching TV and drinking tea. Easy maintenance. Easy to transport. Attached is a recipe for cooking 20 types of pancakes. Oversized, there is storage space in any kitchen. The model is more expensive than Dobryana-5, Maxwell MW-1972, but more convenient and aesthetically pleasing.

Scarlett SC-PM229D98

Classic pancake maker, remarkable in functionality. I like it already for 2 working surfaces. One can cook 4 small pancakes at once or 9 cm pancakes. Do you need “normal” pancakes? Change to a frying pan with a diameter of 26 cm. As with all models, it comes with a non-stick coating for healthy cooking.

Pros:

• two work surfaces, as in the more expensive UNIT UGP-40 (2500/2700 rubles);
• low - 75 mm;
• light indication of readiness for work.

Minuses:

• no compartment for storing the cord;
• energy-intensive;
• very poor quality, the case may start to melt. No dimmer for thermoregulation;
• the surface heats up disgustingly.

The product is average in quality, judging by user reviews, 50% regret the purchase, recommend models from other brands, especially Tefal PY 3036 Crep'party compact. Everyone agrees that the model does not work out 2500 rubles, it should cost 2 times cheaper.

UNIT UGP-40

The same type of classic pancake maker as Scarlett SC-PM229D98, with two removable work surfaces for 4 small or 1 large pancake, that's only 200 rubles more (2700/2500 rubles). What was included in the amount of the rise in price, we note in the pros.

Pros:

• surface heating up to 250⁰;
• unlike Scarlett SC-PM229D98, there is a compartment for storing the cord;
• work surface made of steel;
• larger pancakes diameter - 12 cm (9 cm), 30 cm (27 cm);
• there is a mode switch;
• high degree of protection: against electric shock, overheating.

Minuses:

• non-removable cord, short only 85 cm, could make up to 2 m;
• flimsy fasteners of replaceable coatings;
• incomplete instruction manual.

From 38 reviews on Yandex. On the market, all users noted the speed and quality of baking, ease of preparation and maintenance of the device, no smoke from cooking, the possibility of baking without oil not only pancakes, but also pancakes, pancakes, scrambled eggs, omelets, toasts. All unanimously agree that the price is adequate, in line with functionality. An excellent model, only Tefal PY 60я44 Crep'Party dual for 6 notches can be better, but it is more expensive by 4300 rubles.

Caso CM 1300

Model of the German manufacturer, which received the Brand of the Year nomination in Germany in 2015. The case is made of stainless steel, not plastic, as in Tefal PY 60я44 Crep'Party dual. There is no removable panel, as in UNIT UGP-40, you can bake only one pancake, but a large one - 33 cm.

Pros:

• reliable stainless steel case, guaranteed to withstand high temperatures;
• large working surface - 33 cm in diameter;
• durable non-stick ILAG coating;
• temperature control with a convenient slider;
• the surface is evenly heated due to the built-in heating element, the product is baked over the entire area until golden brown;
• powerful - 1300 W, instantly brings the pan to the cooking temperature.

Minuses:

• the price is 3300 rubles, it is too high;
• no compartment for storing the cord;
• overall for a small kitchen.

High-quality household appliances from a German manufacturer for baking pancakes, scrambled eggs, omelets. Prepares healthy food without smoke and oil. The steel case will last longer than the plastic one. I don't like that there is no removable panel. The option is the same in quality, but 600 rubles cheaper - UNIT UGP-40.

Tefal PY 3036 Crep 'party compact

With this model you can cook 4 small pancakes (11.5 cm) in one go. It comes without a removable panel, you cannot fry one large pancake, as in UNIT UGP-40 or Scarlett SC-PM229D98.

Pros:

• aluminum work surface with non-stick coating. Due to the high thermal conductivity of the metal, energy consumption is reduced. Power of 720 W is enough to warm up to 210-220⁰;
• the patented Thermo-spot temperature indicator prevents overheating. Complete redness of the indicator means that the ideal operating temperature has been reached;
• extended equipment - 4 spatulas of different widths;
• compartment for storing accessories and detachable cord;
• the only model that can be stored upright.

Minuses:

• you cannot bake a "full" pancake;
• grease from the surface of the body is difficult to clean;
• you need to check the package contents when buying, you may not put the instructions and the recipe book;
• the price is 4500 rubles, too much for such a technique (from reviews).

Excellent model, economical, compact for storage, with compartment for accessories, cord and removable handle. Bakes well-browned and fried pancakes. The only drawback is that there is no second working surface for baking the "usual" pancake size, as in UNIT UGP-40.

Steba CR 35

German brand model. The very first inspection of the device gives satisfaction from the design. And the quality is verified by users and reflected in reviews. They value functionality in a device. Practical stainless steel case, as in the Caso CM 1300, but with one countertop. It turns out a pancake 35 cm normal in size and for stuffing.

Pros:

• crepe maker with adjustable thermostat. Saves energy;
• high power - 1400 W, which is 100 W higher than in Caso CM 1300. Instant heating of the working surface to the cooking temperature;
• removable die-cast aluminum non-stick plate;
• rubberized feet as in REDMOND RSM-1409.

Minuses:

• non-removable cable;
• poor equipment - only 1 scapula.

Excellent quality of workmanship and baking model. Lovers of ordinary classic pancakes will like it. Bakes (according to reviews) one pancake in 5 seconds. Roast and ruddy are rated 5+ by the hostesses. The only small negative is the dough recipe. To make the pancakes lag behind, you need to cook strictly according to the instructions from the recipe book. The price of the device is high - 5900 rubles, but it is worth paying for the quality and pleasure of use. If you want a high-quality model with similar functions, the Caso CM 1300 is suitable, which is 2600 rubles cheaper.

Tefal PY 6044 Crep'Party dual

The TOP is completed by the universal and most "shared" model. Unlike its predecessor Tefal PY 3036, Crep ’party compact fries 6 small pancakes at the same time, and on the second removable panel, 2 pancakes of medium diameter can be prepared simultaneously. Unfortunately, I did not find the exact dimensions, but it can be roughly calculated from the overall dimensions of the device.

Pros:

• two removable cooking plates for 6 and 2 pancakes;
• patented indicator, as in Tefal PY 3036 Crep 'party compact;
• special non-stick coating Prometal, reinforced 3 times compared to conventional non-stick coating;
• more extensive equipment than in Tefal PY 3036 Crep ’party compact, added 2 paddles and a special block for storing accessories;
• beautiful body color with a purple tint.

Minuses:

• users consider the price (8 thousand rubles) too high, even for such advanced functionality;
• no dough dispenser for large pancakes;
• overall, not suitable for a small kitchen.

Model for a large family, lovers of pancakes and fritters. Can be used in small private cafes or canteens. It bakes well and quickly, users have no complaints about the quality. If the price seems high to you, then buy UNIT UGP-40. In terms of staffing, it is "poorer", but it has removable surfaces, the model is 5700 rubles cheaper.