Life is too short to settle for something that will make you regret buying it over the years. That's why I re evaluated what I really wanted in a sandwich press. I found the Cuisinart Griddler to have everything I looked for in a sandwich press. When I received it, I was so excited to cook my first sandwich on it. Came out perfect the first time!! So I got a little daring and tried a steak in it. Came out perfect!! I could not ask for any product better than this one. I looked around my kitchen and realized I have a lot of Cuisinart products. What a coincidence, I don't think so. Great products are always great products!

I've owned other panini presses but this one out performs others. The ease of cleaning is a plus!

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Received the Cuisinart Griddler for my birthday. Totally enjoying the Panini - Griddler functionality. Very easy to clean and built quite well.

We had an older model for years, this new design helps a lot.

Perfect size for 2 people and so easy to clean with the removal plates.

So easy to use and I love how convenient it is to have. Easy to take the trays off to wash. Heats up quick and perfect to have. Definitely recommend.

I have the larger Griddler Grill & Panini Press and love it. I saw the smaller one and bought it thinking it would be great for the two of us since we are now empty nesters. The small one is perfect but wish the grilling plates were reversible like my large one. One side flat for cooking eggs or pancakes etc. the other for grilling. Absolutely love that the small one has special legs in the front that open so that the grease slides out the back into the grease pan easier. Love this new one!!

Nice size, worked wonderfully, like that the pieces come off for cleaning.

Enjoying the new grill, which replaced an older Foreman. The only reason I didn't give 5 stars is the grill surface is on the small side -- it's tight when you have 2 large burgers. Also, the drip tray fills quickly and it can be a bit messy removing it while actively grilling. But, aside from those things, it's a nice piece, clean-up is generally easy, and the food comes out great.

I bought this a month ago and I’m not very happy with it. I really dislike the fact that you need to plug it to turn it on and unplug it to turn it off. It does not have any on and off dials or temperature controllers so when it gets really hot it starts to burn the food.