Elysium Panini Press Grill, 4 Slice Sandwich Maker with 180° Open Design

ProsI had been wanting a panini grill like this for a long time, and as soon as I saw this one, I really wanted it and simply ordered it. I am actually enjoying this sandwich maker because it fits perfectly with the way I cook and the way I carry my food items and kitchen cookware while traveling. That is where I feel it fits perfectly into my needs. It is basically a four-slice sandwich maker, and it opens 180°, so I can make four sandwiches together or cook a big meal at one time on both sides of the grill without closing it. If I am making sandwiches, I can definitely close the grill. If I

I’ve been using this countertop grill for almost two weeks and find it useful for a variety of foods. The spacious cooking surface heats evenly and reaches full temperature in just 2–3 minutes, so there isn’t much waiting around.The nonstick plates perform well and release food smoothly with minimal oil. The coating has remained intact after multiple cleanings so far. However, because the plates are not removable, cleanup is more time-consuming and requires careful wiping to avoid scratching them.The biggest limitation is the hinge. While it applies even pressure to thinner items like grilled

This little griddle punches above its weight class. It is an attractive appliance that we don't mind letting sit out on our counter. One of the really nice things about it is that you can use it as a folding griddle, or you can open it up flat and end up with two conventional griddles if you're cooking for a larger group. Each of the griddle surfaces has a fat drainage spout and it comes with two square cups to catch the runoff. It heats up quickly and is ready to use in about two minutes. Heating was uniform throughout the surface. The ready lights tell you when it's ready to use. My only com

This panini press works very well for simple sandwiches and has a smooth, nonstick surface that makes cleanup quick and easy. It heats up on its own once plugged in, and although it only has one temperature setting, that was perfectly fine for my hot ham and cheese sandwich. The main drawback is the hinge design: the top lid only rotates from a single point, so it doesn’t sit perfectly level on thicker sandwiches and tends to close at a slight angle. I’ve only used it for sandwiches, so I’m not sure how well it would handle meats or other foods that need more precise temperature control. It ta

Simple Panini press that just worksGot this to use in my kitchen to make Panini sandwiches and also be able to grill things inside. It is very simple. All it has is two lights no switches no temperature control, but it does work great. My mother-in-law tried it out and she is obsessed with it.Pros: easy to use, and it just worksCons: there is no temperature adjustment, but it is set at a good temperature for just about anythingIt’s constructed solidly, everything comes fully assembled, so that’s super easy. The entirety of your set up is just plugging it into the wall.It functions great, the l

Follow the break-in instructions before the first sandwich. The initial burn-off smell is bad, and skipping that step means tasting it in whatever you cook first. Run it empty the way the manual says, open a window for a few minutes, and it never comes back after that.Once past that it performs. Heats fast, and both plates come up to the same temperature so you get even browning across the whole sandwich instead of one scorched corner and one pale side. Four slices at once means it handles a real meal rather than one sandwich at a time. Bread crisps quickly and the grill marks come out clean a

I love making grilled cheese sandwiches on this panini press. It heats up well and the nonstick plates make cooking and cleanup easy.The 180° open design is also convenient when you want to use it as a small indoor grill. The cooking surface is a good size and can handle multiple sandwiches at once.Pros:Great for grilled cheeseNonstick cooking platesHeats up well180° open designLarge cooking surfaceRemovable drip trayEasy to cleanStainless steel housingCons:Takes up some counter spaceValue for money:Excellent value for making sandwiches and quick meals at home.Final verdict:A great panini pres

I’ve been using this Elysium panini press in my Florida kitchen, and it’s one of those appliances that ends up being way more useful than you expect. The 180° open‑flat design is the star here — you can use it like a regular panini maker, or open it all the way and suddenly you’ve got a full indoor grill. I made sandwiches one day and grilled chicken the next without dragging out a separate appliance.The cooking plates heat evenly and quickly. At 1200W, it gets hot enough to give you those crisp grill lines without burning the bread. I pressed a thick turkey-and-swiss panini and it browned per