Product Description
Fast, flavorful and fluffy—every Belgian waffle baked in Cuisinart’s Flip Belgian Waffle Maker is cooked to perfection in minutes. Designed with a rotary feature that flips 180° to evenly cook waffles inside and out, this kitchen essential bakes according to preference with a turn of the dial, from light to dark. Nonstick plates easily release a flawlessly formed Belgian waffle with deep pockets perfect for filling with fruit, meat, jams, whipped cream, and other toppings. A ready indicator light advises when the waffle is ready and prevents over- and under-cooking. Durable, brushed stainless steel housing complements any kitchen and wipes clean in seconds.
- Browning control knob adjusts to 5-settings for custom cooking from light to dark
- Bakes a restaurant quality, 1-inch thick Belgian waffle
- Green indicator light illuminates when unit is Ready-to-Cook and when cook time is done
- Easy-to-Handle rotary feature for even baking on top and bottom
- 1000 watts of power
the box look like it had been dropped, there were tears in it and someone had opened the box and resealed it with clear tape that tore through the label...
I was very unhappy about this...
The temperature control has a large amount of play in the switch so it's hard to tell exactly what temperature it's on..
And when you feel the plates with mixtures it has a tendency not to stay closed...
Other than that it works good and makes good waffles...
Overall easy to use and cooks waffles well, consistently and symmetrically. however wish that it came with some sort of clean attachment or recommendations for cleaning. Don't like the thought of old oil sitting in the waffle maker and getting on my new fresh waffles (although I haven't noticed any issues with taste as I continue to make waffles).
The only downside is that the plates are not removable, so you're forced to try to clean them with a sponge or cloth - something that is difficult especially if, like us, you like to make waffles with chocolate chips or other additions inside. I feel like we can never get this thing really clean.
Besides that, highly recommended.
@Cuisinart - make removable plates!!!
We found the Cuisinart WAF-F20 while searching and it seemed reasonably close in concept to the hotel models, so we ordered one.
We made our batter using yeast as the leavening and recommend for you do too.
Our waffles take a bit longer to bake than the hotel models, but the Cuisinart WAF-20 makes two at a time.
Setting the dial at "4" and lightly spritzing the grid with olive oil, we get get delicious, deep Belgian waffles every time.
While not quite as evenly cooked as the commercial models, it is close. Certainly good enough for us. Just open, pour, flip, and wait for the beep.
The plates are non-removable but cleanup it easy and the stainless steel outer surface just wipes clean. Take care to lift by the base and not by the turning handle. Other reviewers have noted the fragile nature of the plastic supports so we are careful not to stress our baker.
We believe a better deep waffle maker can be found at much greater cost, but the Cuisinart WAF-F20 offers good value for the money and we recommend it.
We we often make cornbread waffles to go with pinto beans, chopped sweet onion & coleslaw. After a delicious meal this waffle maker it is easy to clean.
Next I think I will try making Chocolate cake batter waffles to serve hot w/ice cream an numerous other toppings.
I do not want to spend a lot of money on a waffle maker that does have removable plates (will have to research that) OR just never make these waffles again on this maker. It is a shame – this is a real nice maker and would recommend it to anyone that does not have the desire to expand their waffle repertoire.
So, Cusinart? How about it? Make one that does have removable grates – your other cooking stuff does!
Advantages:
1. It is comparatively inexpensive.
2. It heats up very quickly.
3. It cooks very quickly and evenly.
4. it makes delicious waffles.
5. It outperforms much more expensive waffle irons.
Disadvantages:
1. It has no audible signal to let the user know that it is warmed up or that the waffle is done.
2. The blue lights are virtually useless. In a well-lit kitchen, it is almost impossible to tell whether they are lit or not. The user should turn off the kitchen lights and make waffles in the dark.
3. Users wanting more than one modestly sized waffle at a time should probably opt for the more expensive double sided model.
The above drawbacks notwithstanding, I would highly recommend this very cost-effective waffle iron as a viable choice.
On the other hand, this is the second unit we've bought. The thermostat of the first one died exactly ten months after we purchased it. We'll see how long this second one lasts.
But here's the true reason for the mixed feelings. It's the customer service. The now-dead-and-useless waffle iron was still under warranty, so I called and talked to a very nice woman who told me it would be replaced free of charge. She took all of my information, twice, in fact, because their system had been glitchy all day and the first entry of my info disappeared when she tried to submit it all. When I asked her what I should do with the defunct unit, she said, "Oh, just throw it away." I confirmed with her, "Really, you don't need it back or anything?" But she assured me, "No, unfortunately, there's nothing that can be done with it. Just throw it away."
We wrapped up all of the information exchange, and she put me on hold while she completed the final touches on my claim, telling me she'd come back to let me know when to expect the new waffle iron to arrive. Ten seconds into the hold, the line disconnected. I asked myself if I should call back, then thought about the interminable wait I'd have to go through to get connected to a new customer service rep and reassured myself that if she needed something else from me, she had my number and would call me back. First mistake. The second was my next move: I threw the waffle iron away.
A month later, when no new unit had arrived, I decided to suffer through the customer service hold music just to see what was going on. After a half hour wait, I was connected only to learn that there was no record of my first call at all. Not through my phone number, my name, or my address. Did I have a reference number from the first representative? No, she never mentioned one. Had I cut the cord of the old unit and taken a picture? No, I was told just to throw it away. Well, the best they could do for me was to offer a 20% discount on a new unit which, once shipping, handling, and taxes were added, came to fifty cents less than Florenmolamarts was charging. I opted to go with Florenmolamarts.
If the thermostat on this new one dies sometime in October, I'll update this review.
(1) There is No on/off button. Plugged in it’s on, unplugged it’s off. I miss the button!
(2) It doesn’t beep when it’s ready or when the waffle is done. If you aren’t standing over it, you might miss it!
My batter was on the thinner side, so a little got on the outside “metal” of this waffle maker, leaving a faint stain on its finish. It was so HOT on Level 4 that I decided to wait to wipe it off when I was done making one pair of waffles. That took only a few minutes, but it was another 30 minutes before I could wipe off that baked-on batter. It wasn’t too noticeable, but I could tell that I’d really mess up its nice silver finish in a matter of months bc I intend to use it more than once a week.
I’d be less likely to drip batter onto a hot waffle maker from a batter cup held by my right hand if I didn’t need to close it up and then turn the darn thing upside down quickly with my left hand, so a stationary model would be a better choice for me.
I also wasn’t happy about having to wipe clean all those nooks and crannies on its waffle irons! They are very deep and make a fantastic waffle, but I spent way too much time wiping off every bit of sprayed on avocado oil from in between them.
I hated to box it back up after my husband and I finished enjoying those first two Belgium waffles. (See close-up photo of a leftover piece of mine, measuring a full 7/8” thick.) They were SO good! But the finish at the latch looked like it may begin peeling off at some point, and I really need an entirely different type to also enjoy making them.
So, I’ve sent it back and am now looking forward to making many different kinds of waffles, very soon, with a Cuisinart model that is both stationary and has removable iron plates that I can easily hand-wash in my sink.
Thank you, Florenmolamarts, for making this exchange process so easy — and so fast! And thank you, Cuisinart for offering such a model that also includes an extra set of iron plates so I can use it to make four 4” pancakes instead of four (although somewhat smaller) waffles if I want!
If I had to buy a waffle maker again…
1. Get one with a large overflow moat on the perimeter. It is rather small on this one.
2. Evaluate the crevices to determine ease of cleaning after an overflow. This one has fine junctions between the outside materials athat are very hard to clean after an ovreflow.
Making the waffle batter takes 45 mins, and in that time you can prep all the sweet (fruits, nuts, whipped cream, syrups, etc...) and savory (brie, basil, tomato, bacon, etc...) sides.
By the time you start cranking them out you can have an easy, delicious, and fun feast for big groups!
Cleanup of the machine is a little tedious, but it cleans well enough quickly enough that it's not a huge hindrance or concern.
I bought this for $70 in Dec. 2019. It served us well for 2.5 years. Now it is gone.
I store the appliance on a shelf in a closet in our mud room. It's too big to leave on our counter. We are very careful with moving it because, you know, it flips and is a bit cumbersome. I got it out last weekend for some awesome waffles because my daughter had company. I set it gently on the counter and ball bearings, screws, and shattered plastic went everywhere. What the heck. I can only assume that the plastic housing (which reportedly melts in superheated situations) shatters in variable temps of Springtime after a couple years, OR something fell on only the back or it was dropped?? No one knows anything about it and they're pretty honest, so...
I was loathe to skip the waffles, which could still Sort Of flip, and did still heat for the most part, so I made waffles with extreme care expecting an electrical fire any second. I do not recommend this behavior, but I hate wasting food. The housing had exposed, but coated, wires and the plastic and springs and things continued to break away during this final waffle session. It was harrowing. By the end, the heating was spotty, the whole appliance was falling apart, and I knew that there was no salvaging it. We threw out the whole appliance.
I jumped on Florenmolamarts to order a replacement (perhaps they've improved the quality since then??) and imagine my surprise to see the price has jumped to $120. Considering this appliance reportedly lasts anywhere from 6 months to 2.5 years, this is an unsustainable price. It should last 10 years for that price.
I cannot see purchasing another when it can become such an electrical danger in the blink of an eye.
Accepting all recommendations for quality, large, double, Belgian waffle irons.
As I mentioned in the tag line. With the beeping, the lights blinking, the flipping, it can get confusing which waffle is done or where you're going. Especially if you realize a waffle isn't quite finished after the light turns on and it beeps. Then you close the lid and flip the thing around while you see if the waffle on the other end is done. You quickly forget, which waffle was not quite done, or which one is.
Recommended purchase, have some fun.
But it doesn’t have an audible timer.
You need to keep an eye on the timer.
Solid
Cooks waffles evenly
Waffles come right out
Can double your standard waffle output!
Slick design and great stainless look
Negatives:
While things don't really stick, the plates aren't removeable which makes it a hassle to clean
I've wanted a double waffle iron for a long time, and when this one went on sale I jumped on it. It's everything I was hoping for when it comes to making 2 great waffles at the same time! There is one minor drawback with it being a hassle to clean, though. Having said that, I do not regret my purchase because it's a quality product!
It heats evenly and produces nice thick waffles the whole family loves.
Rating is four stars because I haven't had it long enough to tell if the rotation mechanism is robust enough to handle long term use. But this far we have been quite satisfied with this iron!
It arrived promptly and we used it the following day. It is easy to use and made great waffles. Like most of the reviews, it can be a challenged to clean because of all the divots. That is a small price to pay for having homemade waffles so easily. Definitely recommend this device.
Regardless, it’s great!!
sticky waffle batter on plastic bits are a bit hard to clean, wish it was all stainless
the drip tray is not secured by anything, would be nice if it was, & it could be a bit larger
I guess if you are making Liege Waffle this doesn't matter
I am one guy, so this is good for me & a friend, but if I were serving 3 or more people I'd get the double sided one.
This one is okay, but the temperature slider is a bit clunky and the LED lights don't really add any value. The WAF-F20 has a temperature dial which gives you more control with less fuss.
Also (personal preference) I thought the black plastic on this model didn't look as nice as the more silver-colored F20.
Still, this is a very functional double-barreled waffle iron that works well and produces consistent waffles! My family loved the output.
It does have it's short coming when it comes to cleaning, especially when I made Liege waffles and you have so much caramelized sugar running down the top plate and the sides. The other problem was how much sugar was running down the hinge spring. I've learned from this and I'll cover that part with a piece of aluminum foil to prevent from having to clean that tough spot.
But it is also nice if you indicate in the product description that it is 120 volts!
Now i cant use it here in south korea.
Its a luck that i read the manual before using it.
I have used this waffle make several times now and am very pleased. There is a little trick on the level of brown that you want your waffles to be. I set on 5 because I like mine darker. After the 2nd use I set on 4 and they are perfect. I have added pictures so that you could see.
Negatives: Temp control settings above 4 yield very dark waffles (I see no reason for settings above 5). Also cord , although nicely recessed in bottom of appliance, is difficult to access, esp. difficult to rewind the cord to store waffle iron.
However...upon using it real time, I am quite pleased with the "restaurant style" and better waffles it produces. Great job, Cuisinart. The plastic base will show signs of abuse because it is very soft.
No complaints about the Cuisinart product, at this time. The lack of a five star rating is purely reflecting Florenmolamarts's issue. Get on their case, Cuisinart. Florenmolamarts can do better with shipping.
-Waffle size, depth, and shape is perfect for exactly one-half cup of batter mix, which makes it very easy to pour just the right amount every time. This is a very underrated feature!
-The teflon coating on the waffle plates is really slippery and waffles come out easily every time.
-The waffles heat very evenly.
- The cooking control is super easy, just set it to the desired level, and when the light comes on, it's done!
Cleaning is not easy, because you need to wipe between the grooves with something that won't scratch the teflon. This is true of EVERY waffle maker, however. It doesn't come apart, so it's a little more of a pain to manipulate in the sink while washing, but I suspect that this ensures that the heating elements always work perfectly, so I won't complain.
Bottom line is that it makes perfect waffles with minimal effort, and isn't significantly more difficult to clean than any other waffle maker.
2. it cooks evenly and didn't take but two times of use to dial in the temperature for the doneness that I wanted it. So to me that working as advertised. The Cons. 1. Not the easiest thing to clean but I wipe it down with paper towels after each use as the cooking irons are not removable. That said using cooking spray lightly doesn't really leave that much residue to wipe off. 2. This thing is heavy and getting it in and out of a cabinet is kind of awkward if you don't plan on leaving it out. Additional information, I've seen complaints about it failing where it rotates on a plastic bushing, but I've not had any issues with that. The rotation has been smooth whether the iron is hot or cold. I just pay attention to the rotating direction arrows so I don't try to force it in the wrong direction.
Only complaints are that the unit hits my cabinets when I open it. I can easily work around it though so not a big negative. Also, the outside of the unit gets really hot as another reviewer stated so need to be careful. I've nearly accidentally burnt myself a few times. on the plus side, the unit gets so hot, that when I spilled a little bit of batter on the side, it was cooked in a minute or 2. That and the plates don't come off for easy cleaning, which is okay except it's a little harder wiping down the top part.
Pros:
Good waffles for how I use it so far
Shorter handle part than the old one
Beeps when it's ready to cook waffles or if the waffle is done.
Waffles releases easily.
Deep Belgian waffles style pockets.
Nice crispy waffles on #4 setting. #3 setting is softer.
Cons:
height/depth, it hits my cabinets when it's open. Need to set it at the edge of the counter.
Outside gets really hot so need to be careful (Could be a pro if you accidentally spill some batter on the outside. Extra cooking space!)
Can't remove the plates for washing.
Pros: Cheap and well made.
The stainless steel is easy to clean and inside is nonstick.
Handle rotates smoothly although it ticks a little when turned.
The waffles come out perfect each time, not falling apart and evenly cooked.
Temperature control and timer is accurate.
Quiet except for the sound of steam hissing
Cons: I didn't really think of this beforehand, but you can't actually take this apart to clean. You just have to wipe it down constantly, which isn't bad since it doesn't leave residue and I just make basic waffles in it, but I would like to have had an option to do more thorough cleaning.
The handle works well and has no problems, but feels like really cheap plastic, making me worry about how long I can actually use this.
I deducted 1 star because they changed the measuring cup but not the instructions. The instructions show a fill line on the included plastic cup for measuring the correct amount of batter to get a complete waffle without over filling the waffle iron. The cup that came with mine does not have a fill line. Yet the instructions say to fill cup to the fill line. A full cup does the trick but it took some trial and error to figure it out.
That said, (and as other reviewers can attest) this waffle maker seems to have issues with the hinge design failing. I have only owned mine for a little over a month, but the pictures others have posted convince me that I may run into issues in the future. I will update this review as more time passes.
If you want amazing waffles, this waffle iron will make them. But YMMV on long-term reliability.
We have used it once. So far, so good. The pros are that the Bisquick doesn't stick to the waffle plates, the controls give you a range of heat (and, therefore, "done-ness"), and the machine works quickly and is easy to use. The cons are that the stupid cup that came with the machine is not marked (which doesn't match the information in the owner's manual, but not a big deal), and that the build quality of the appliance could be better--I am a little concerned about the durability of the finish of the unit, the hinges for the lids seem a bit flimsy, and the iron seems to cant at an angle while cooking as there is no real positive locking position to keep the unit perfectly horizontal. This last point is the only reason I hacked off a star on the rating.
This is probably the best waffle maker you'll find in its price range. I even looked on eBay and couldn't beat the $75 on Florenmolamarts. FYI, I learned that there was an identical model sold under the Waring name, and I believe this is the parent company's replacement for that appliance.
As for the waffles? We enjoyed them. We made some crispier than the others, experimenting, but nothing came out inedible and the tastes and textures really only varied in preference rather than quality. I don't think this thing can really ruin a waffle. I liked the synchronization of the cooking for one waffle versus the other, since my girlfriend and I were able to eat together.
I will report back on the longevity/durability of the appliance in the future. For now, we're happy with it.
Cuisinart WAF-F20
• Exact same diameter waffles as the Black & Decker
• Slightly deeper “pockets”
• Light and crisp waffles from both waffle irons – tasted great.
• Came with a portion cup to scoop the exact measure of batter for each waffle
• Beeps 6 times when you plug it in, then beeps 3 times when the waffle iron has reached cooking temp, and 3 times when the waffle is done cooking.
• Cooked waffles fairly rapidly
• No problems with waffles sticking to waffle plates.
• Knob adjustment for lighter or darker waffles. #4 setting was perfect.
• Cord wrap built into base is handy.
• Taller, wider and bulkier – not good for my limited kitchen cabinet space
• Stainless steel exterior – ugh! Smudges before we even poured the first waffle
• Neither product was easy to clean – all sorts of crevices and joints. While this Cuisinart did not have a drip plate, the coating on the base was very easy to wipe clean. The waffle iron plates are not removable on either product, though because they were non-stick these were not a nightmare to clean. It was reaching between hinges and around the handles that proved most difficult.
Black & Decker WMD200B
• Exact same diameter waffles as the Cuisinart
• Slightly shallower “pockets”, but definitely still the deep Belgian style
• Light and crisp waffles from both – tasted great.
• No batter portion scoop – not a problem for me since the Cuisinart came with one, but had I bought only the Black & Decker model I would have wanted a portion cup.
• More compact design – definitely easier to store!
• I liked the black plastic exterior – cleaned up easily and did not streak and smudge from the get-go as happened with the stainless steel Cuisinart.
• Removable plastic drip plate beneath waffler iron is nice for easier clean-up
• No beep notifications. A light tells you when the iron is heated, but nothing to tell you when the waffle is done cooking. This was a definite grumble for me – made it hard to babysit the waffle cooking.
• Seemed to be slow cooking. Perhaps the Black & Decker has fewer heating coils? I would compare this with barbecue grilling because my biggest challenge when barbecuing is not being distracted between all those 3 minute wait times. Because I am no good at standing there doing nothing, I often left the waffle in much longer than it needed to be in. The waffles still tasted great, but it meant that the Black & Decker only cooked 1/3 of the waffles, whereas the Cusinart with the beep signal allowed me better productivity.
• Reviews said that this iron needs plenty of oil between each waffle, but I did not have any trouble with sticking at all.
• Like I said, neither the Black & Decker, nor the Cuisinart was quick to clean up. And the waffle plates are not removable on either product. I docked a star off both models since the clean-up was a chore.
• The Black & Decker is less than half the price of the Cuisinart, and since I only make waffles once or twice a year I probably would have been fine with this cheaper model.
• This would be a 3-star rating for this waffle maker, but because the price is so great I bumped my rating up to 4 stars.
Keep in mind I have only used these two waffle irons for one meal (36 waffles!), so I am not as qualified to say which waffle iron is best, but if I had to decide now on only one iron to keep, I think it would be the Cuisinart because I think I could make more waffles in less time.
My one complaint is that they did not include a plate to catch drips. Cuisinart has other flip-style models that come with a matching drip plate, so they cheaped out on this model. There is a narrow trough in the base of this model that catches drips and is next to impossible to clean out. Luckily, I have a black plastic plate (a perfect match!) that measures 9 7/8", the exact size that fits snugly into the base. I will be storing this plate with the waffle maker. We don't make waffles very often, so it may be a long time before I can update this review, but as I said, after one use, it seems fine.