Waffle Makers

Nonstick grid

Whether or not the cooking grid is nonstick, according to the manufacturer.

Waffle cooked indicator

If the model has an indicator for when the waffle is finished cooking. For models without indicators, doneness is indicated when the steaming from the unit diminishes.

Countdown timer

If the model has a countdown timer that displays remaining cooking time.

Sound alert

If the model signals that cooking is complete with an audible signal (some also have a light or additional indicators.)

Removable plates

Whether the grid plates can be removed for cleaning.

Dishwasher-safe

Whether the grid plates are dishwasher safe, according to the manufacturer (for removable plates.)

Vertical storage

Whether or not the model is designed to be turned on its side for more compact storage.

Waffle style (claimed)

How the manufacturer classifies the maker, either Belgian or Classic.

Weight

Weight of the waffle maker when empty, rounded to the nearest pound.

Grid

The shape of the waffle grid. The round grids are similar in size (about 7-inch diameter.) If the grid is square or rectangular, we list the number of waffle sections in the grid.

Dimensions

Measured height, width, and depth of the closed unit, in inches.