Oster Belgian Waffle Maker, Non-Stick Waffle Iron for Thick, Fluffy Waffles, Easy to Clean

I’m the type of person who always reads reviews before buying something. I saw a mix of negative and positive reviews for this waffle maker, so I was a bit hesitant. The waffle maker I had before this was the Bella — the one where you pour the waffle mix in and then rotate it to distribute the batter. I ended up returning that one because it never sat evenly while cooking; it always tilted, and I didn’t like that. I decided to try the Oster waffle maker and write my own review. I received it today and tried it out, and I’m very impressed. It cooks extremely evenly and quickly. Some reviews mentioned the cord being too short, but in my opinion, the cord length is just fine. The machine is very easy to use, and the waffles come out tasting great. The overall durability of the product also feels solid, so I definitely give this waffle maker a 10 out of 10. If you want perfectly cooked waffles, I’ve found that setting the dial slightly past the middle between “minimum” and “max” gives the best results (at least for my preference). Overall, this is a great waffle maker for anyone looking for something affordable and reliable. It’s well worth the price and pays for itself. I made chicken and waffles the first time I used it, and they turned out fantastic. Highly recommend!

As I write this review, I just received my third Oster waffle maker. #2 is still working but it's well used and they were on Lightning sales today for $14. This is a very basic unit with a bit of a learning curve. There is no ON/OFF button, no timer, it's somewhat shallow and doesn't flip. The lightweight material used for the plates (guessing aluminum and Teflon) doesn't make the greatest waffles as compared to cast iron plates. The thermostat is cheap with proximal sensors only. However, it is cheap, can be stored vertically and does a decent job (if you learn how to work it). --------- There are a few tricks that will lead to better waffles: 1. Ignore the READY light. Preheat this Oster so that the plates get fully hot before using it. I usually turn mine on HIGH, wait a while, test the distal edge with a small drop of water and watch for a sizzle. No sizzle, wait some more. When those plates are fully hot, pour the batter (edges first, middle last) then reduce the temp to your desired setting. I can't stress -GET IT HOT- enough. 2. I oil the plates just once before pouring the first batter (not before preheat or oil may burn). Just before I pour the batter, I give both plates a good quick spray of non-stick. The waffles will be less likely to stick and it helps gives the outsides a much better crisp. I treat my Oster like it has cast iron plates -- but that's just my preference because I like very crispy outsides and soft insides. 3. Use a real waffle mix or make your own. Waffle mixes have a higher fat and sugar content which makes better waffle texture. Combo pancake/waffle mixes or just plain pancake mixes are going to be more like waffle shaped pancakes. 4. Cold batter cooks differently than room temp batter. Cold takes longer for the fats to break down and for the sugars to caramelize. So, you will need to adjust your times and heat. 5. Don't put the top plate down immediately. I let a little steam escape then lower the top. If your oiled plates trap steam, your middles will be a different texture than the edges. Because the batter lowers the temp of the bottom plate and not the top plate, the top plate will be hotter and hit hotter batter. So, the waffles will still cook evenly. I never time how long I wait but it's maybe 10 or so seconds. 6. If your first couple of batches aren't great, be patient. You will need to experiment and practice. It took me a while before my waffle and cornbread results were perfected for my preference. For example, when my waffles weren't fully cooked in the middle and the outsides weren't crisping, I changed from 2% cold milk to 4% room temp milk, decreased milk content and replaced with room temp sour cream, added more sugar, changed to salted, room temp butter and replaced one whole egg with powdered whole egg. I kept notes using exact measurements and weights with changes (I worked in a bakery for 5 years). Upgraded from 4 stars to 5. Anything device that gives me years of good service and only costs $15 deserves 5 stars. -------------- Update 2/23/19 Units 2 and 3 still work fine, both are well seasoned and the non-stick is fully intact on both.

I love waffles. Growing up, waffles used to be my go-to breakfast order whenever my family and I would treat ourselves to after church diner food! With this in mind, I have always wanted a waffle maker but always shied away from ever getting one due to high costs and an overarching thought of, "Will I ever even use it and will it start to gather dust?!" To start, while marketed and branded as a "Belgian Waffle Maker" I do not believe the end product to be so. It's not as fluffy as the Belgian Waffles you can make from a more expensive waffle maker, but it's also oh higher quality and waffle fluffiness than your go-to frozen waffle brand. For the price (I got this for deal-of-the-day, so around $15), I honestly can't complain! I used it for the first time today and it took some getting used to, but the waffles cooked thoroughly but seepage still occurred. The instructions say that 3/4 a cup should do the trick, but to err on the side of caution I feel you should add a bit less and don't get impatient and just throw it all in there! You'll just end up wasting good batter. Once you read the instructions and if you have experience with a waffle maker, this Oster Waffle Maker gets easier to use with each waffle you make! Just be patient with yourself and the product. It did take get some getting used to seeing the indicator light switch from red to green because my initial reaction was "Oh! My waffle is done!" When in reality this means your waffle maker has heated up to the desired temperature and you're ready to get cooking! Overall, this isn't those giant fancy wafflers you see around buffets or in college dining halls! This is more for at-home use, not mass production. So if you're looking to feed the masses you're likely better off getting a bigger and badder model, but if this is your first waffle maker and you're on a budget - you can't go wrong starting off with this waffle iron!

This waffle maker has completely changed my breakfast game! It heats evenly and cooks waffles perfectly, thick, golden, and fluffy every time. The non-stick plates make it super easy to remove waffles without any sticking, and cleanup is a breeze, which I really appreciate on busy mornings. I also love that it heats up quickly and the size is just right for family breakfasts. It’s sturdy, well-built, and gives consistent results every time I use it. Overall, it’s an excellent waffle maker that makes homemade waffles simple, delicious, and fuss-free.

Great buy. Have been using one for years and gave family some for their homes.

Les meilleures gaufres. Indispensable d'avoir un controle de chaleur pour avoir des gaufres comme on les aime. Je suis très très très satisfaite.

Muy facil de usar practico, bueno y barato

very much satisfied with the product.

Mi última adquisición, la waflera que compré, ha demostrado ser una verdadera ganadora en mi cocina. Lo que más me ha impresionado es lo fácil que es de limpiar. Después de preparar deliciosos wafles dorados y crujientes, simplemente un paño húmedo es suficiente para dejarla impecable. Esta característica hace que la experiencia de cocinar sea aún más agradable. Además, la rapidez con la que esta waflera hace los wafles es impresionante. En aproximadamente 5 minutos, puedo disfrutar de wafles perfectamente cocidos, lo que es ideal para las mañanas ocupadas o los antojos repentinos. No tengo que esperar mucho tiempo para satisfacer mi deseo de wafles frescos y deliciosos. El teflón que recubre las placas de cocción ha demostrado ser duradero y eficiente. Mis wafles no se pegan en absoluto, lo que hace que la extracción sea sencilla y que los wafles se mantengan intactos y bien formados. En definitiva, estoy encantado con mi waflera. Hace que cocinar wafles sea rápido y sin complicaciones, y su facilidad de limpieza es un verdadero punto a favor. Si eres un amante de los wafles como yo, esta waflera es una excelente elección para tu cocina.

I wasted my money on this product,stopped working after a month,threw it in the garbage as no refund or replacement by the company