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Hamilton Beach Panini Press Sandwich Maker & Electric Indoor Grill with Locking Lid, Opens 180 Degrees for any Thickness for Quesadillas, Burgers & More, Nonstick 8" x 10" Grids, Red (25462Z)
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Special Feature | Non Stick Coating |
Color | Red |
Material | Plastic |
Brand | Hamilton Beach |
Product Dimensions | 4.5"D x 12.3"W x 12.6"H |
Wattage | 1400 watts |
Item Weight | 2.59 Kilograms |
Included Components | Panini Press |
Style | Locking Lid |
Voltage | 120 |
About this item
- GREAT FOR PANINIS AND MORE: Use this Panini press to try savory sandwiches, quesadillas, and sweet fruit turnovers Use the lock top lid to warm personal pizzas or open-face sandwiches
- FLOATING LID: This hot sandwich maker features a cafe-style floating lid that evenly presses any size sandwich
- NO NEED TO FLIP: Nonstick top and bottom Panini press grids heat and brown the sandwich, giving you warm, crisp results
- GREEN MEANS GO: For best results, preheat sandwich maker 6 minutes before use Built-in ready light will turn green when the press is ready to cook your sandwich
- TOP LID LOCK: Lock Panini press lid to create an easy bruschetta or open-face sandwiches
- UPRIGHT STORAGE: Easily fits in your kitchen cabinet or discreetly on your countertop
- STYLISH RED FINISH: Panini press looks great on any counter
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From the manufacturer
Enjoy restaurant-style sandwiches at home for a fraction of the cost.
Use your own fresh ingredients to make a variety of hot savory sandwiches, paninis, quesadillas, personal pizzas, open-face sandwiches and appetizers right on your countertop.
Hamilton Beach products are thoughtfully designed to make your life easier. We use consumer insights and in-depth research to deliver the best solution to your everyday needs.
Whether it's preparing delicious meals and beverages effortlessly, or making your clothes look their best, you can count on the brand that has spent over 100 years creating products with you in mind.
Hamilton Beach Panini Press & Gourmet Sandwich Maker with 10" x 8" Nonstick Grill Plates
The 10" x 8" nonstick top and bottom grill plates are large enough to fit one large sandwich, two regular-sized sandwiches or two quesadillas.
Since both plates are heated, there's no need to flip sandwiches to cook on both sides. The plates are ribbed to leave grill marks on your sandwiches and other foods just like in restaurants. The floating top plate makes it easy to evenly grill thicker sandwiches like Reubens. Lock the cover in place above food to melt cheese on open-face sandwiches or lock completely open to reheat pizza or make bruschetta.
- Sasy to use with a built-in, green ready light that illuminates when it's hot enough to grill
- Storage latch locks the sandwich maker closed to compactly store in a kitchen cabinet, drawer or discreetly on your countertop
- Just wipe the top and bottom nonstick plates when cool for easy cleanup
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Versatility on Your CountertopGreat for making a variety of hot savory sandwiches, paninis, quesadillas, personal pizzas, open-face sandwiches and appetizers. |
Fits Larger Sandwiches & QuesadillasThe 10" x 8" nonstick top and bottom grill plates fit two quesadillas, one large sandwich or two regular-sized sandwiches. The plates are ribbed to leave grill marks on your sandwiches and other foods. |
Evenly Press Thick or Thin SandwichesThe floating top plate accommodates and evenly presses sandwiches whether they're thin or piled high. Great for making thick sandwiches like Reubens and subs. |
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Easily Melts CheeseLock the cover in place at different heights above food to melt cheese on open-face sandwiches, or lock completely open when reheating pizza or making bruschetta. |
Compact Upright StorageThe storage latch locks the sandwich maker closed to compactly store in a kitchen cabinet, drawer or discreetly on your countertop. |
Green Means GoThe built-in, green ready light will illuminate when the press is ready to cook your sandwich. For best results, preheat 6 minutes before use. |
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Product information
Special Feature | Non Stick Coating |
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Color | Red |
Material | Plastic |
Brand | Hamilton Beach |
Product Dimensions | 4.5"D x 12.3"W x 12.6"H |
Wattage | 1400 watts |
Item Weight | 2.59 Kilograms |
Included Components | Panini Press |
Style | Locking Lid |
Voltage | 120 |
Number of settings | 1 |
Warranty Type | Limited |
Item Weight | 5.7 pounds |
Manufacturer | Hamilton Beach |
ASIN | B00E134JJ0 |
Country of Origin | China |
Item model number | 25462Z |
Customer Reviews |
4.5 out of 5 stars |
Best Sellers Rank | #3,145 in Kitchen & Dining (See Top 100 in Kitchen & Dining) #6 in Sandwich Makers & Panini Presses |
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
Date First Available | July 19, 2013 |
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Make hot, delicious panini-style sandwiches, grilled cheese and more in minutes with the convenience of the Hamilton Beach® Panini Press & Gourmet Sandwich Maker. It has 10" x 8" nonstick grill plates that fit quesadillas and larger sandwiches.
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Easy to use | 4.5 | 4.4 | 4.3 | 4.5 | 4.1 | 4.5 |
Easy to clean | 4.2 | 4.3 | 4.2 | 5.0 | 4.0 | 4.2 |
Temperature Control | 3.8 | 4.0 | 3.8 | — | 2.6 | 3.8 |
Sold By | Amazon.com | Tiastar Direct | OSTBA APPLIANCE | Pukomc-US | RS Home | Amazon.com |
style | Locking Lid | 1000w 2-slice | Panini Press | Modern | Fine | E-commerce Ready Packaging |
material | Plastic | Aluminum, Stainless Steel, Plastic | Stainless Steel | Aluminum | Aluminum | Nonstick |
number of settings | 1 | 0 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 1 |
voltage | — | 120 volts | 120 volts | 120 volts | — | — |
wattage | 1400 watts | 1000 watts | 1200 watts | 1000 watt hours | 1200 watts | 1400 watts |
weight | 2.59 kilograms | 2.76 pounds | 2.3 kilograms | — | — | 2608 grams |
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Customers like the quality, ease of use, value, and size of the countertop griddle. They mention that it makes great sandwiches, paninis, and quesadillas, and that it's a very easy kitchen appliance to use. Some appreciate the size and how compact it is. That said, opinions are mixed on the heat.
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Customers like the quality of the countertop griddle. They say it makes great sandwiches, paninis, and grilled cheese. They mention that it's easy to use, clean, and produces great results. Some say that it makes delicious sandwiches in minutes.
"...It feels very well made, especially for the price and we are both happy with it...." Read more
"...They are a way to make a meal out of simple fillings and good bread --with some soup and salad you even have dinner...." Read more
"...Easy clean up with a damp towel, easy storage and good quality! I would have bought a different one had I known that it is not a 180 degrees open...." Read more
"...an oven mitt - or two when this happens while using this low-end/poorly designed HAMILTON BEACH PRODUCT! Or you’ll burn yourself!..." Read more
Customers are satisfied with the performance of the countertop griddle. They mention that it works well, is easy to use, and gets the job done well. Some say that the product is durable and useful. However, some customers feel the design missed the mark.
"...such a good model at such a good price and he is happy that it works so well and is easy to use...." Read more
"...that have more bells and whistles, but this one does the job and does it very well!..." Read more
"...It's nothing fancy, but it does it's job simply and well. It is VERY hot...." Read more
"...In the first 2 days I used it for 4 different meals. And it works flawlessly! Here's some ways I've used it and ideas for you:..." Read more
Customers like the ease of cleaning the countertop griddle. They say the non stick coating is easy to clean, durable, and wipes down easily. Some mention that the device works great and is simple to clean and store.
"...The non stick grill surfaces are nice and easy to clean. Even if a little cheese oozes out, it wipes right off with a paper towel...." Read more
"...Clean up was a breeze!" Read more
"...Easy clean up with a damp towel, easy storage and good quality! I would have bought a different one had I known that it is not a 180 degrees open...." Read more
"...Also cleaning it is a chore, but I just take a damp paper towel to wipe it down after it has cooled off...." Read more
Customers like the ease of use of the countertop griddle. For example, they say it's easy to use, convenient, and requires little to no prep time. Customers also mention that it heats very quickly and evenly. That said, they appreciate that it can be put in a cabinet for storage.
"...at such a good price and he is happy that it works so well and is easy to use. It is the perfect combination of price, performance and value...." Read more
"...you can store it closed and standing upright which makes it easy to put in a cabinet for storage or, like I do, to push back against the counter..." Read more
"...are aired, I have to say, it made a well baked sandwich quickly and easily...." Read more
"...My family LOVES this sandwich grill! It’s so easy to use that even my husband- who until now firmly believed that only I could make sandwiches— is..." Read more
Customers like the value of the countertop griddle. They mention that it is great for the price, and worth buying. Some say that it saves a bit on the electric bill compared to using the oven or range.
"...It is the perfect combination of price, performance and value. It is not lacking any necessary features and the build quality is perfect." Read more
"...I purchased this panini maker because it got good reviews and was inexpensive. I was so glad I made this choice!..." Read more
"...So this press is simple and not terribly expensive...." Read more
"...I got this one with a Black Friday deal at a great price and realized I don't need all the fancy features of the others *BUT* I do wish it had..." Read more
Customers like the size of the countertop griddle. They say it's the ideal size, does not take up a lot of space, and can fit a couple of large sandwiches on it. The press is compact but does the job quite quickly, and is easy to store. It easily accepts 3 inch high buns and all types of bread.
"...perfect size for two nice sandwiches (on large bread), but yet not too big and bulky to have to worry about where to store it and it is not so big..." Read more
"Very happy! It heats quickly, is easy to lose and easily holds two sandwiches at A time. Clean up was a breeze!" Read more
"...Easy clean up with a damp towel, easy storage and good quality! I would have bought a different one had I known that it is not a 180 degrees open...." Read more
"...to eat the sandwich, which is a real plus for me because it fills me up more quickly." Read more
Customers are impressed with the speed of the countertop griddle. They say it cooks bread, French loafs, and other items quickly. Some say it gets hot fast and sandwiches are done in 2 minutes. Overall, customers are happy with the performance and value of the product.
"...It is the perfect combination of price, performance and value. It is not lacking any necessary features and the build quality is perfect." Read more
"...Now that the complaints are aired, I have to say, it made a well baked sandwich quickly and easily...." Read more
"...Hamilton Beach is a great brand! This press is compact but does the job quite quickly...." Read more
"...This panini press offers a sleek design that presses your sandwich in minutes...." Read more
Customers have mixed opinions about the heat of the countertop griddle. Some love how quickly it heats up, and how it heat the sandwich to the correct level, leaving nice brown sear marks top and bottom. They also say it makes toasty warm sandwiches, and clean up is a dream. However, others say that there is no temperature control, and the heat is different every time they turn it on. They say the many surfaces and edges are hot, and that the grill below the lid is not insulated.
"...There is no option to control the heat, but every sandwich I've made has come out great!..." Read more
"Very happy! It heats quickly, is easy to lose and easily holds two sandwiches at A time. Clean up was a breeze!" Read more
"...1. The lid gets HOT HOT HOT. As in burn you bad. The grill below the lid is not insulated so NO CHILDREN operating this--and frankly no one easily..." Read more
"...It's nothing fancy, but it does it's job simply and well. It is VERY hot...." Read more
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This one is nice because there arent a lot of settings to worry about and try to remember what settings to use for what. Just turn it on, watch for the light, and then you're ready to throw your sandwich on there. He always uses thick sourdough bread and is happy with the way his sandwiches turn out. I told him to butter the grill, not the bread, and so now his results are much better.
The non stick grill surfaces are nice and easy to clean. Even if a little cheese oozes out, it wipes right off with a paper towel. Nothing sticks to the surface at all.
It is the perfect size for two nice sandwiches (on large bread), but yet not too big and bulky to have to worry about where to store it and it is not so big that it is cumbersome to move around and clean, etc.
A lot of the other lower priced models that I looked at did not have the floating lid. This one does have the hinged floating lid so you can get thick sandwiches in there and the lid will lay flat and evenly on top.
Aside from sandwiches, it is nice for burgers and steaks too. Nice to have something like this when it is too cold to go outside and run the big propane grill. We eat NY Strip and Porterhouse steaks a lot, so this little grill is really nice to get us through the winter months and not miss out on the beefy goodness. This sears them perfectly and we are able to get them done to our liking of "medium well." Boneless split chicken breasts/tenders work out wonderfully as well.
It feels very well made, especially for the price and we are both happy with it. I am happy to have found such a good model at such a good price and he is happy that it works so well and is easy to use. It is the perfect combination of price, performance and value. It is not lacking any necessary features and the build quality is perfect.
So this press is simple and not terribly expensive. But it has some flaws, but if you can deal with them, it's a good buy as as reliable as a waffle iron.
1. The lid gets HOT HOT HOT. As in burn you bad. The grill below the lid is not insulated so NO CHILDREN operating this--and frankly no one easily forgetful. Use a silicone mitt to lift it when the sandwich is grilled. Oh, and that lid stays HOT after you finish grilling for quite some time. Oh, and no temp control or on-off.
2. Not much in the way of an instruction book; a small, finely printed slim pamphlet.
3. Short cord. It barely went from the counter to the outlet behind.
4. No removable plates, so you will be cleaning it with a soft wet cloth when it cools.
Now that the complaints are aired, I have to say, it made a well baked sandwich quickly and easily. Be sure to use a bread like ciabatta or Italian bread, not fluffy regular sandwich bread. The reason for this --the airy types of bread dry out as they bake in the panini press. Ciabatta rolls are used all over Italy and brushed with olive oil, they are crusty but not dry.
As to Panini alla Norma, make a "Norma" pasta sauce (tomato sauce, eggplant, onion and a little garlic) and add slices of ricotta salata (dry ricotta aged in salt.) You can use feta for the ricotta salata, it's hard to find in the US but you can make it at home. The eggplant cubes are often baked in recipes, don't do that. Fry those cubes well and drain. Seriously, they need to be SOFT and SUCCULENT and not dry from baking. You can try air fry but douse with olive oil. Anyway you cut your eggplant (thin slices, cubes) make sure you cook it to gooey softness.
One more warning; the filling will be boiling hot when you take the panino out to slice it. Again, caution and wait to bite into it if you don't want a burned mouth.
First thing I did was wash the plates, the cooked a tuna melt, yummy! Looking forward to making all my favorites that I have had in years! Happy Cooking!