Presto Grey Ceramic Electric Skillet and Cool Touch Griddle

In this review the Presto Grey Ceramic Electric Skillet and Cool Touch Electric Griddle are assessed for home cooks who want a roomy, easy-to-clean countertop solution. The single biggest reason to consider this combo is versatility: the 16-in ceramic skillet handles roasting, frying, grilling, stewing and baking while the 10-1/2 by 16-in griddle adds a flat surface for pancakes, bacon and sandwiches. For anyone who entertains or prepares large breakfasts, the pair delivers capacity and convenient cleanup with a fully immersible pan and slide-out drip trays.

Key Features

• 16-in ceramic nonstick pan: Provides a large cooking surface with high sidewalls so casseroles and roasts fit without spillage.
• 10-1/2 by 16-in griddle: Offers a wide, flat surface ideal for pancakes, bacon and quick grilling tasks for several people at once.
• Control Master heat control: Automatically maintains the set temperature for steady results while cooking various dishes.
• Fully immersible design: The skillet is safe to immerse once the heat control is detached, simplifying deep cleaning.
• Slide-out drip trays: Both the skillet and griddle include trays that collect grease and make cleanup faster and neater.
• Tempered glass cover: The skillet cover with stay-cool handle doubles as a buffet server lid, keeping food warm while serving.

Who It's For

The Presto skillet and griddle suit households that cook for families or small gatherings and want an alternative to the range for everyday tasks. It is especially useful for cooks who value an easy-to-clean nonstick surface and a generous cooking area for items like a full pound of bacon or a fried chicken batch.

Users who need precise high-temperature searing or heavy-duty commercial use should look elsewhere; some customers note the heat control can feel limited for very high-heat techniques, and those who demand professional-grade griddle power may prefer a dedicated commercial appliance.

Pros & Cons

Pros

• Large 16-in skillet capacity and high sidewalls make it versatile for roasts, stews and casseroles.
• Ceramic nonstick inside and out generally cleans easily and reduces sticking for most foods.
• Control Master maintains temperature automatically, saving energy compared with an oven for many tasks.
• Slide-out drip trays and fully immersible pan (with control removed) simplify cleanup.

Cons

• Some users report the heat control feels capped around 325 degrees, which can limit high-heat searing.
• Nonstick performance opinions vary, so heavy use or metal utensils may reduce longevity.

Specifications

Brand	Presto
Skillet diameter	16 in
Griddle cooking surface	10-1/2 by 16 in
Nonstick surface	Ceramic, inside and out
Heat control	Control Master, detachable
Cleaning	Fully immersible with heat control removed; dishwasher safe parts
Extras	Tempered glass cover; slide-out drip trays

Our Verdict

The Presto Grey Ceramic Electric Skillet and Cool Touch Griddle are a smart value for home kitchens that need a versatile, easy-to-clean countertop duo. They handle a wide range of meals for families or entertaining and save energy compared with an oven. Buyers who require intense high-heat searing or commercial throughput should consider a specialized unit, but for most households this combination offers dependable performance and useful features.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the skillet safe to wash in the sink?
Yes, the skillet is fully immersible once the detachable heat control is removed, which makes it straightforward to wash by hand or clean in the dishwasher if the parts are rated for it.

Can the griddle handle large breakfast batches?
Yes, the 10-1/2 by 16 in griddle provides ample flat surface to cook pancakes, bacon and eggs for several people at the same time.

Does the temperature hold steady?
The Control Master heat control is designed to maintain the set temperature automatically, though some users report it may not reach very high searing temperatures.