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Is the Zojirushi Gourmet Sizzler Worth It?

Based on tests by America's Test Kitchen (Feb 2026). How we score

Zojirushi Gourmet Sizzler Electric Griddle (EA-DCC10)
Zojirushi
$184.95
Our pickPresto Cool-Touch Electric Griddle and Warmer Plus (07023)Save $126
Presto
$58.99

Depends. Presto for most people.

Get the Presto if you want easier cleanup for far less
Presto Cool-Touch Electric Griddle and Warmer Plus
$58.99
Buy the Zojirushi if you want the biggest cooking surface and a removable plate
Zojirushi Gourmet Sizzler Electric Griddle
$184.95

Amazon prices as of Sep 29, 9:38 PM EDT (details)

Why

America's Test Kitchen loved "the size of this model’s cooking surface, which was the largest in our lineup," and its pancakes "emerged fluffy and golden brown from edge to edge." But it has no grease tray, so "we had difficulty removing any collected grease or fat," and its coating contains PFAS. ATK's Best Buy, the Presto, earned the same performance rating and gives you easier cleanup for far less. Buy the Zojirushi if you want the biggest cooking surface and a removable plate.

Cheaper alternatives, scored against the Zojirushi

Our pick
Presto Cool-Touch Electric Griddle and Warmer Plus (07023)
Presto

Cool-Touch Electric Griddle and Warmer Plus

$58.99
Performance vs the Zojirushi9/10 Close

From 1 tester: America's Test Kitchen

Durability vs the Zojirushi7/10 Behind

From 1 tester: America's Test Kitchen

America's Test Kitchen's Best Buy matched the Zojirushi's performance rating: "We detected some hot spots, particularly near the power connection, but that didn’t affect our cooking results." Its plate isn't removable, but "the griddle is dishwasher-safe and can be fully submerged once the heat control unit is removed," and unlike the Zojirushi it has a grease tray. Its surface is smaller (210 vs 237.5 sq in) and tops out at 400°F. Neither listing states a warranty.

Tester's ratings, out of 3 stars (higher rating in green)
CriterionZojirushiPresto
Performance2/32/3
Ease of use3/32/3
Cleanup2/33/3

From America's Test Kitchen: The Best Electric Griddles (updated Feb. 25, 2026)

Sources: America's Test Kitchen: The Best Electric Griddles (updated Feb. 25, 2026), Manufacturer specs via Amazon listing

Common questions

Does the Zojirushi Gourmet Sizzler have a grease tray?

No. America's Test Kitchen found it was the only griddle it tested without one. Walls slightly over an inch tall keep food on the plate; to empty grease, you lift the plate out and pour it off.

Sources: America's Test Kitchen: The Best Electric Griddles (updated Feb. 25, 2026), Manufacturer specs via Amazon listing

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