GreenPan Elite 4-Square Belgian & Classic Waffle Maker, Healthy Ceramic Nonstick Aluminum Dishwasher Safe Plates, Adjustable Shade/Crunch Control, Wont Overflow,Easy Cleanup Breakfast,PFAS-Free,Black

I've tried a lot of waffle makers over the last several years, including cheap ones from big-box stores that I actually thought worked quite well. But I wanted something with removable plates to make things easier to clean, and I wanted to avoid Teflon and similar coatings. I tried a cheaper waffle maker (Hamilton Beach ceramic with removable plates) that met these criteria but cooked waffles poorly, perhaps due to being under-powered. I had wanted to try this GreenPan waffle maker for some time, but the high price turned me off for a while -- but after deciding I had enough of the others, I gave it a try, and I'm glad I did! This is the best waffle maker I have used. I'd certainly expect something good at this price, and it didn't disappoint. It met all of my criteria -- removable plates, no Teflon/PTFE/etc., adjustable cook settings -- and makes some of the best-cooked waffles I've made. (Really, some cheap ones did a good job here, too, but some were a bit uneven, perhaps areas where the heating element didn't quite cover as well. Not this one!) The built-in timer is nice and seems to be accurate based on the settings you can adjust (waffle type, texture, and color -- or manual settings), it comes with both classic and Belgian plates that are removable and easy-to-clean, and both sets of plates have a little extra area around the sides to catch overflow, keeping the unit itself easy to clean as well. The biggest disadvantage compared to other units I've used is that this one is a bit small and takes a bit longer to cook than some others (over 5 minutes, depending on settings--I've had some cook in as little as 3 or so in cheap ones I can't adjust anything on), but whatever they've figured out with temperature and time seems to be a winning combination, so I can't complain about the results. Two of these square waffles are about like one of the larger round waffles I've made in some other machines. They make a four-square unit if you wanted to try more at once, but I didn't want to deal with the added expense or space I'd need to store that. The only other odd thing is that while the unit claims to have storage for the extra set of pans, it's not quite what you'd think: it's basically hook/bar on the bottom of the unit you can nestle the plates on while you are storing the unit (they made it sound like it might be something hidden *in* the unit you could keep there while you're using it; you really have to remove them before you set it on the counter to use). This is not practical for me, so I just keep the plates somewhere else. All things considered, I'm glad I finally sprung for this unit and wish I would have done so sooner.

I was searching for a classic waffle maker for years after my mom threw away our old one from the 90s without telling us. Despite the price tag on this and some of the negative reviews I decided to try it out. I was not disappointed at all. I read the booklet (like anyone should do before using a product for the first time) and after cleaning it as instructed, I went to using it. Pictures are me using basic bisquik mix and I sprayed the plates with avocado oil. NOT cooking spray. At mid settings for texture and and a setting of 4 for color those were my results. I have used it 3 times since purchasing it 2 weeks ago and had no issues. My next use will be trying out the belgian plates. I also froze some of what I made and popped them in the toaster a week later and they were great. For those with kids or large families who want to save some time on a weekend morning this is great! In 5 minutes you have 4 squares made. I did not encounter any problems regarding leaking, the moat did great at catching excess batter. The plates are easy to pop off and clean which is a huge plus for me. As makers without removable plates are hard to keep clean forever. I do have one concern regarding longevity and that is in regards to the hinge. I worry that will break from repeated use but I'll do my best to be careful of that. Beyond that I really recommend this for those looking for versatility in their waffles.

First few batches of waffles have been beauties! Although bulky, requiring prime real estate in my small kitchen, this cooker does great standard waffles as well as Belgian. Easy to read settings selector. Love the tray latches to make changing plates easy.

Amazon customer service, that is. Now when I look at the appliance on my counter, it makes me mad… because of the way that this improper double charge/return was handled by Amazon. When you make a mistake, I’m not supposed to pay for it. Need to be swift and accurate. everything that you can to make it right because your mistake. But nope. Told one thing did another. And if I can read my own previous chats, can customer Service not seeing them?? Nope causen every time. I I have to say “please let me Transfer you to my lead” And made me call back cause he couldn’t transfer me cause he was on cue to talk to senior leadership manager. Lololololo … In all. Great freaking waffle maker(when it’s new) great recipes online. Makes perfect and amazing waffles waffles (crispy) and soft luxurious soft Belgian waffles. Follow recipes to test and find your favorite. Highly recommend when it’s on sale. Follows the directions!! Make them from scratch. It’s a different dimension. Of goodness. Treat it well and carefully. Or it will never last. Sorry for the 1 stars green pan. If was just terrible customer service. You really get 5. Just had to put it in a cabinet because it was making mad when I went by it. 🤦🏼‍♂️

I really tried to fight my waffle craving but it turned into me purchasing a waffle iron. I was hesitant about buying it at first, unfortunately by being lied to (only two left in stock) I got it. Literally right after that, it magically changed to 20. Great marketing. It arrived very fast, in a brown box, great for me because I love to hide packages. Upon opening it, I noticed a few hairline scratches, it’s no big deal to me because it’s for cooking not to look pretty. I absolutely love it and how easy it is to use overall. It heats up fairly quickly and cooks my waffles perfectly based on my personal setting. I love how I can switch out the plates to whatever I’m in the mood for. Clean up is easy and it’s easy to shove it out of my way. I like to cook when no one is around to beg, the only complaint is the beeping noise lol. I plan to try every recipe I can think of, but so far I’ve been stuck on blueberry and banana nut.