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Broil King PCG-10 Professional Portable Nonstick Griddle
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Material | Ceramic |
Brand | Broil King |
Color | Gray |
Item Weight | 8.2 Pounds |
Product Dimensions | 29"L x 12.5"W x 5.5"Th |
About this item
- NEW environmentally friendly non-stick with non-stick coating
- Removable stainless-steel backsplash; rear legs help facilitate grease run-off.
- Adjustable heat up to 400 degrees F; cool-touch stainless-steel handles.
- Removable grease tray; immersible base with temperature probe removed.
- Unit Dimensions: W:29”x D:12.5”x H:5.5". Cooking surface dimensions: 21"x12"
- NEW environmentally friendly non-stick with non-stick coating.
- Removable stainless-steel backsplash; rear legs help facilitate grease run-off.
- Adjustable heat up to 425 degrees F; cool-touch stainless-steel handles.
- Removable grease tray; immersible base with temperature probe removed.
- Measures 12-1/2 by 29 by 5-1/2 inches; 2-year warranty.
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Material | Ceramic |
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Brand | Broil King |
Color | Gray |
Item Weight | 8.2 Pounds |
Product Dimensions | 29"L x 12.5"W x 5.5"Th |
Shape | Rectangular |
Has Nonstick Coating | Yes |
Max Temperature Setting | 400 Degrees Fahrenheit |
Is Dishwasher Safe | No |
Item Weight | 8.15 pounds |
Manufacturer | Broil King Corp. |
ASIN | B000BKXE02 |
Item model number | PCG-10 |
Customer Reviews |
3.8 out of 5 stars |
Best Sellers Rank | #59,613 in Kitchen & Dining (See Top 100 in Kitchen & Dining) #43 in Electric Griddles |
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
Date First Available | July 24, 2006 |
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Product Description
PCG-10 Professional Griddle now w/ a NEW non-stick ceramic coating - PTOA & PTFE Free
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Do not operate unattended
Plug into outlet and turn on unit
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Customers like the ease of cleaning and fit of the kitchen product. They mention that the non-stick surface is easy to clean and the product is built to last for years. They are also satisfied with value, and ease of use. However, some customers disagree on quality, temperature control, performance, and the nonstick surface.
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Customers find the cleaning process of the kitchen product to be easy. They mention that the non-stick surface is easy to clean, and the product is built to last for years. Some appreciate the removable back splash shield and the fact that it's fully detachable.
"...and consistent with temperature control as well as non-stick and easy to clean...." Read more
"...matches my good All Clad cookware for pure non-stick goodness and simple cleanup...." Read more
"...not really mean "non stick." It means that it is easy to remove that which is stuck, LOL. Pancakes easily dislodge and move around...." Read more
"...a good, solid, durable construction as well as a surface that was easy to clean and that heated as evenly as possible...." Read more
Customers like the fit of the product. They say the surface looks clean and the area is large. They also say it cooks evenly, holds a whole pound of bacon easily, and has plenty of heating power. The surface is also nice and large, and holds heat well. Clean up is a breeze with the large capacity draining tray and the splash guard. Customers also appreciate the raised edges that take up practically no cooking space.
"...The surface is also nice and large which was also something that mattered to me...." Read more
"...The grease cup and the tilt feature on the legs are nice. The cup stays in well and the leg tilt feature allowing the unit to lay flat or tilt..." Read more
"...The size of this thing is incredible. I gave it only 4 stars for the following two reasons: 1) No rubber feet. This seems like a no-brainer to me...." Read more
"...The surface looks greas and area is large, I feel like a chef working on it ;-p Its a difficult trigger to pull when you can find many griddle..." Read more
Customers like the value of the griddle. They say it's the best on the market and well worth the price.
"...This is probably the cheapest, most effective way to drastically improve the performance of a griddle (or any cooking surface for that matter)...." Read more
"This is the best griddle on the market, well worth the price, and backed by an outstanding two-year warranty...." Read more
"...This unit is the best "bang for the buck."" Read more
"...I still feel this is overpriced an am still pretty unhappy with Amazon's customer service, but will up it to two stars." Read more
Customers find the griddle easy to use and convenient. They say it's not complicated, the heating is uniform, and relatively quick. Customers also say it saves them a lot of time and is user friendly. They mention that the backsplash and cord are easy to put together.
"...It required no experimenting and fussing--just worked. For the price that's what I expected, and happily, that's what I got." Read more
"...It makes cooking breakfast much faster. I do not use sprays on the griddle, but I use a bit of cooking oil...." Read more
"...Finally, some good news. The heating is uniform, relatively quick, and the temperature will go higher than many non-commercial department-store..." Read more
"...The the grease collection is a small drawer that's easy to use, empty, and clean...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the quality of the griddle. Some mention it's extremely well made and works better than any other griddling they have ever owned, with a very sturdy grease and oil trap to catch liquids. The handles are substantial, but could give a little more space from the grill. However, others say that it'd be better off buying a different product. They also mention that the teflon finish is poor and the heating element is highly resistive to heat propagation.
"...easy to store up on end in the pantry and most of all, of course, be reliable and consistent with temperature control as well as non-stick and easy..." Read more
"...pretty easy life - mostly, we used if for pancakes - but the surface held up for years as you can see from the review I update annually...." Read more
"...There is a very sturdy grease and oil trap to catch liquids. After nearly 8 months of consistent use, I am very happy we chose this griddle...." Read more
"...high temperatures around the heating element--as thin metal is highly resistive to heat propagation just like tiny wires are resistive to current..." Read more
Customers are mixed about the temperature control of the griddle. Some mention that the heat is fairly even, while others say that it doesn't get hot enough. Some say that the surface heat quite unevenly, and there is a slight difference in temperature around the coil.
"...4. Thick, even, high-quality casts. Thicker, well-cast metal will spread the heat more evenly and more quickly--though it may take longer to pre-heat..." Read more
"...There are simply no hot spots on this thing, and if I really, really want to be picky, the temperature might fall off a bit at the very edge, but..." Read more
"...I have a folding Griddler and have never liked it. It doesn't get hot enough regardless of setting, takes forever to heat, isn't big enough and is..." Read more
"...Now, the heat distribution is a lot more even than I've seen in other griddles, thanks to the heavy aluminum, but don't kid yourself ... the area..." Read more
Customers are mixed about the performance of the griddle. Some mention that it works well, while others say that it failed altogether.
"...The clearest place is my smooth range top and it works perfectly. I lay down my silicone baking mat and put the griddle on top of it...." Read more
"...I don't like the round shape--has a cast-in heating element and it works great. It also has a thick casting...." Read more
"...a lot longer than the original one... but has slowly developed several troubling issues over the last 3-4 months...." Read more
"...It works marvelously well for that. If I had it to do over again, I probably would buy this griddle, but I might check out other options...." Read more
Customers have mixed opinions about the non-stick surface of the product. Some mention that it has a better coating, while others say that it's too nonstick and not nearly as nonstick as it was 2 years ago.
"...be reliable and consistent with temperature control as well as non-stick and easy to clean...." Read more
"...I'd still recommend this griddle strongly, and the non-stick surface is holding up wonderfully even after many uses, but it's something to be aware..." Read more
"...3. Poor surface non-stick application...." Read more
"...The non-stick surface looks great, but foods such as pancakes and meat stick to it and no, we don't use any spray on non-stick products...." Read more
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I had a list of requirements for a griddle. I have a ceramic top range so can't use a double burner iron griddle. I wanted a griddle that would accommodate a decent amount, be lightweight enough for me to manage easily, easy to store up on end in the pantry and most of all, of course, be reliable and consistent with temperature control as well as non-stick and easy to clean. I also had to have one that would work with the cord coming from the left hand side because that's where my plug is.
This unit meets all those requirements. The back leg adjustment for tilt is not so high that I can't still use it turned around backwards (w/o the backsplash), the grease just drains toward the back rather than the front. You don't clean the little grease tray till the unit is cool anyway, so I can turn it around and remove the receptacle then. Mostly I want the griddle for pancakes, eggs, omelets, French toast and grill cheeses. Summer is coming and `Grandma Camp' will be in session with the little ones requesting those sorts of things.
Where in my small kitchen with little counter space was I going to put the thing? It's generously sized. The clearest place is my smooth range top and it works perfectly. I lay down my silicone baking mat and put the griddle on top of it. No slipping at all. The griddle has a very good non-stick finish that has released everything I've tried so far with no problem. I wiped it with a paper towel with a bit of olive oil before heating, and wiped it off with a damp cloth after it had cooled. What few things remained on the surface after cooking came away easily, including the blueberry goo from the pancakes.
The manual says one side of the unit may be a tad hotter than the other, but I didn't find that to be the case. I used my laser gun to check temperature in various places and found them surprisingly even. When originally set to 375, the cooktop measured a bit over 400 when the heating light went off indicating readiness. I put the cold batter on which caused the surface to cool to 365 and then it climbed back to the 375 and maintained that. Seemed good to me. The pancakes were evenly cooked with nice color and texture. I put the veggies for the omelet on with a dot of butter, then when they looked soft I added the omelet mixture. I was able to flip and fold the thing nicely when done. Because of the size of this unit, it's much easier to flip and move things as they don't have to be cheek-to-jowl squashed on there.
The back (for me, front) feet can be shifted to add about ¼" of height by swiveling the little extra piece up or down so the griddle sits flat or slightly tilted. While the unit doesn't look all that well crafted, it apparently is and does what it's supposed to.
I have a folding Griddler and have never liked it. It doesn't get hot enough regardless of setting, takes forever to heat, isn't big enough and is a pain to store. I'm so happy to be donating it in favor of this unit. Although I've only used this griddle so far a few times, I'm extremely satisfied. It required no experimenting and fussing--just worked. For the price that's what I expected, and happily, that's what I got.
I had purchased this under the assumption that the America's Test Kitchen review was reliable--I was wrong. Better quality products are available for less than half the price. The Presto brand in a similar size is one that comes to mind (I have taken a close look at it in a brick-and-mortar store). Clearly this item never went through quality control of any legitimate sort. After receiving it, I went so far as to call Broil King to ask if this was typical. Their customer support person answered the phone with "hello, what do you want," a response in-line with the quality of the product I received. When asked if the issues were typical with the griddle, the person said "yes" and " just keep sending it back for a replacement until you get a good one." No thanks. Here are the specific issues:
1. Incredibly terrible cast quality: The cast aluminum was wavy, had a deep dip around the heating element in the middle and on the sides. It showed indications of improper cooling and early removal from the casting mold, leaving clear stress lines in the cast. This is an obvious indicator of poor quality and workmanship, and an attempt to build it as cheaply as possible.
2. Excessively thin metal. I measured the thickness of the aluminum cast. It was as thin as a couple of millimeters in some places and wildly varied across the base. This is shocking, as a heated surface of any quality should have more metal--not less--to allow for even heat spreading and prevent damage during heating and cooling. This will adversely affect your ability to cook evenly. It will also allow for incredibly high temperatures around the heating element--as thin metal is highly resistive to heat propagation just like tiny wires are resistive to current flow, likely damaging the non-stick in those areas, deforming or cracking the metal, and scorching any oils left on the griddle. This is typical of a manufacturer attempting to cut costs and results in throw-away and arguably dangerous products.
3. Poor surface non-stick application. The non-stick application was uneven, incredibly rough in some places, and had sharp high spots that would catch on a spatula or tear food.
4. Uneven stands. The handles and stands are a single piece. The stands were uneven resulting in a wobbling griddle, mainly due to the twisted cast of the griddle. They were thin and cheaply manufactured.
5. Sub-par heating element attachment. Our current griddle is a thick, well-casted piece of aluminum and the heating element is cast-in to the griddle--completely surrounded by the casting. It heats quickly and evenly and it seems like it will never fail. The Broil King on the other hand barely has the heating element encased in the casting and is exposed under the base. It seems dangerous and is likely a fire hazard as the heating element on the bottom is half exposed--meaning that the heat will not be fully absorbed and spread by the cast base, but instead radiated intensely to whatever is below the griddle.
6. Splash guard. The splash guard is clearly an after-thought. It is not attached to the base in any way and it's sharp edges rest directly on the non-stick. It is held on by a couple of tabs that slide under the handles. It arrived warped and out-of shape. As it sits in contact with the griddle when installed, it will likely get very hot.
I did not test the heating controller, nor did I open it to look inside. I saw enough problems with the casting that I didn't need to be convinced of the quality of the electronics one way or another. I cannot attest to the quality of the electronics.
Needless to say, the Broil King is going back today. I've purchased the Zojirushi instead--it's a brand that has never failed me and has always been engineered to a higher standard: https://www.amazon.com/Zojirushi-EA-DCC10-Gourmet-Sizzler-Electric/dp/B00G2TVNCC I expect that I won't be needing to send the Zojirushi back, but if you are interested in a good griddle design that will last, I would compel you to read the reviews for the Zojirushi product, as a few engineers have posted thermal images and described why that product is well-built. Clearly it is much more expensive, but it seems the old adage about getting what you pay for is true. I can't attest for it myself, yet, as I don't have it in hand, but I have come to expect great quality from the brand. I don't work for Zojirushi, but I discovered them while living in Japan. As the Japanese often cook right in the middle of the dining table, they have been making products purpose-built for this kind of thing for a very long time.
A note on "even heating" if you are interested:
Lastly, a word of warning and an engineering note about the "uneven heating" reviews that you'll see everywhere. All griddles will heat unevenly during pre-heat, unless the manufacturer over-builds the heating element to cover the entire bottom of the cast base (you don't want to have to pay for that feature). So, in order to minimize this problem, one simply has to wait for the griddle to pre-heat before you cook on it or measure its temperature. But you should actually wait a bit more. In order for the griddle to pre-heat quickly, the element has to be much hotter than the desired temperature and the surrounding metal--otherwise it would take a very long time to get the griddle up to the right temperature ("overshoot" in control theory). Newton's law of cooling dictates this, and if you're the curious type, you can look it up. That pointy piece of metal on the plug-in controller is a temperature probe. Notice that it comes in contact with the edge of the griddle--not the middle. That tells the electronics when to stop pre-heating. Usually, a light will go off, telling you that the pan is pre-heated. But this comes with a caveat as well--the controller only knows that the edge is at the temperature you want because that is where the probe is--it doesn't know anything about the middle of the griddle or the other edges. Knowing that the heat came from the element, we can expect the area around the heating elements is still hotter than the temperature you are aiming for when that pre-heating light goes out. So, you should wait a bit longer for that heat to spread out evenly before you begin to cook (or measure temperatures to post in a review). From there, the heating element will either cycle on and off--creating moments of severely increased heat in those locations--or it will attempt to slowly keep a lower heat applied that will continuously diffuse through the metal base. The second method is better for not scorching your food but still creates hot spots--just not as hot. This area of engineeirng is called "control theory" coupled with "thermodynamics" and it can get quite complicated, so I've kept it simple here.
There are a few methods for fixing the uneven-heating problem, and these may help guide your purchasing decisions, but you should be aware that unless you have a thick cast-iron griddle, properly pre-heated, and sitting over a gas stove, no reasonably priced stand-alone method will be perfect:
1. Expensive PID controllers and zone-heating with multiple sensors. Avoid unless you're running a professional kitchen or building something for NASA (in which case you'll know what a PID controller is).
2. Heat spreaders--copper conducts heat much better than aluminum which conducts heat much better than steel. Some griddles, hot plates, and often high-end pots and pans will incorporate a layer of copper to act as what is called a "heat spreader." Adds cost, but a thin layer of cast-in copper can go a long way. This is also why you should insulate any copper pipes in your home on the hot-water side.
3. More complex heating element designs. A better heating element more evenly spaced along the cooking surface also heats more evenly. It's also more expensive and a design problem.
4. Thick, even, high-quality casts. Thicker, well-cast metal will spread the heat more evenly and more quickly--though it may take longer to pre-heat. It will retain more heat, reducing the need for cycling of the element. Also, it will reduce the hot-spots created by the element, as it will move the heat away more quickly. This is probably the cheapest, most effective way to drastically improve the performance of a griddle (or any cooking surface for that matter). This is your go-to for the price-range you're looking for if you've found yourself here at the Broil King page. If you read a review where there are complaints that pre-heating takes a while, you're probably looking at a higher-quality product.
5. Better attachment of the heating element. Notice some products like the Cuisinart griddler have reversible cooking surfaces with cast-in elements. This will ensure better cooking, and is likely one of the reason for it's high reviews. My current griddle--while I don't like the round shape--has a cast-in heating element and it works great. It also has a thick casting. I wish it were rectangular and bigger.
6. Shape. Round griddles will have more even heating gradients than rectangular griddles, but round is less functional.
7. Separate radiative heating. Having the heating elements away from the surface allows the heat from the elements to diffuse before reaching the cooking surface. It also heats the air in a chamber below the cooking surface (if so designed) which allows for convection and gives an additional advantage to even heating. The Zojirushi implements this method. Notice that the the Zojirushi doesn't have a drip tray. This is one potential engineering trade-off for this design. Ovens and especially convection ovens works on a similar principle.
8. Oil. Oil, just like in your car engine, moves heat around (as does the thick cast engine block) while it lubricates. Applying oil to the griddle will help, and the more you use, the more it will help, but the trade-off is obvious, which is why this isn't a great solution for griddles.
I hope this helps in your decision-making.