Of all topics I’ve covered on this site, this is arguably the one I had the most fun touching on. I spent hundreds of hours researching the appliances online, analyzing their features, and even testing them in person to ensure I only presented the best options for you.
Some of the features I ensured that each appliance could meet without a hassle include:
- Aesthetics
- Safety features
- A huge capacity
- Durability
- Reliability
- Consistency
- Futuristic features
- Speed
As you can see, all products in this list have been designed to handle anything your hotel or restaurant throws in them. That means all you ought to do now is go through this list and pick the one you think will best meet your needs and requirements. Better yet, if you’re having a hard time making a final educated decision by the end of the guide, I’ve also named my favorite unit from the list in the conclusion section.
Without spending any more of your precious time, let’s jump into it and look at the first commercial masterpiece.
The Top 5 Best Commercial Panini Makers in 2022
| Panini Maker Name | Weight | Dimensions | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Compact Italian-Style Panini Grill | 42.8 lbs | 15.5 x 11.5 x 9.25 in | Check Price |
| COMMERCIAL GRILL TOASTER | 77 lbs | 15 x 15 x 11 in | Check Price |
| Sandwich Panini Press Grill | 30 lbs | 20.47 x 16.54 x 12.99 in | Check Price |
| Restaurant Cafe Panini Press Grill | 26.4 lbs | 14.57 x 10.63 x 8.66 in | Check Price |
| Panini Sandwich Grill | N/A | N/A | Check Price |
Commercial Panini Maker #1:
- If you’ve checked out my guides on the best commercial toasters, the best commercial toaster ovens, and more, then you know that they all had one thing in common – they all had at least one product from Waring.
- Waring is a manufacturer universally best known for its large volume and high-performance kitchen appliances such as deep fryers, toasters, grills, toaster ovens, and, you guessed it, Panini makers.
- That said, are you wondering what sets this Waring Commercial WPG150 Panini Maker apart from all other units that didn’t make it into this enumeration? Well, for starters, this masterpiece retails in two different power level units, the 120 volts one and the 208 volts one.
- Depending on the traffic at your restaurant and the number of hours your Panini Maker will be in operation, you can pick that power leveled you think will best suit you. These units have also been backed up by the 15-ampere power and NEMA 5-15P plug rating.
- Ul, NSF certification has also been approved by Waring.
Notable features:
- Retails from a reputable brand
- Easy to use and clean
- Can handle high traffic periods without a hassle
- The feet are anti-skid even on wet surfaces
- Retails in two different power levels
- Its compact nature allows it to save space
Commercial Panini Maker #2:
- Are you looking for a commercial Panini maker that also qualifies as one of the best unique Panini makers? If yes, this COMAYSTRA GAS COMMERCIAL GRILL is just the product for you.
- After all, the unit you acquire will spend a considerable portion of its life doing nothing on your restaurant’s kitchen counter. The least it can do in those periods is leave anyone who walks in there in awe. As you can see from the product’s image above, it has also been fitted with a single adjustment knob, making it extremely easy to use. Its user-friendliness implies that if you, for some reason, have to change staff and the person responsible for preparing Paninis has never used one of these units before, then there won’t be a steep learning curve.
Notable features:
- Very easy to use even for total beginners
- It has a floating hinge system
- Durable and sturdy
- It has a cord storage underneath
- Lightweight and portable
Commercial Panini Maker #3:
- If you were impressed because the first product retails in two different power level units (120 volts and 208 volts), then the power levels that this masterpiece retails with will blow your mind too. It boasts an 1800-watt model and a 3600-watt model.
- Given I’m confident that the 1800-watt model is more than sufficient to handle the needs of most (if not all) commercial settings, you can imagine what the 3600-watt model is capable of. During my test sessions, the 1800-watt model remained in operation for hours on end, and at no point did it start delivering Panini sandwiches that were undercooked or ‘not delicious.’
- The unit has also been fitted with high-quality heating elements perfect for cooking everything, including but not limited to vegetables, chicken, hamburgers, Panini sandwiches, scrambled eggs, or grilled cheese.
Notable features:
- No assembly required after acquiring the appliance
- Durable and sturdy
- Even and fast heating
- Easy to use and clean
- The exterior remains cool to the touch during operations
- Fitted with high-quality heating elements
Commercial Panini Maker #4:
- Remta Makina (the company behind this stroke of genius) is on the lesser-known end of the spectrum, but after hearing what everyone had to say about this specific unit, I had no choice but to give it a test run. It also did help that they ship their products worldwide.
- Anyway, the first thing that attracted me to the unit was its high-grade cast iron grooved plates and a grill thermostat that ensured the unit delivers delicious results at all times.
- During the testing session that spanned approximately two hours, the unit’s exterior remained cool to the touch – which means that it did not get hot even in the slightest. This feature will protect the children and clumsy people in your household from any Panini maker-related burn injuries.
Notable features:
- The product can be shipped worldwide
- Very powerful
- Delivered some of the most delicious Panini sandwiches
- It will look aesthetic on the kitchen counter
- Easy to use and clean
- Consistent with its results
Commercial Panini Maker #5:
- The last but by no means the least commercial Panini maker in our detailed guide also easily qualifies as one of the best powerful Panini makers out there today. This Avantco P85S Double Commercial Panini Sandwich Grill has been fitted with 3500 watts of power.
- During the test sessions, I used this masterpiece to prepare everything from Paninis and burgers to quesadillas – and it delivered some of the most delicious results while preparing all these meals. Even more impressive, the unit’s temperature range runs from 120 to 570 degrees. If this wide range doesn’t allow your restaurant or hotel to keep up with the high demand of rush hour times, I don’t know what will.
Notable features:
- A removable grease tray has been included in the package
- Retails from a reputable kitchen appliances brand
- The exterior surfaces remained cool to the touch during operation
- It has a floating hinge system
- Extremely versatile
- Boasts a wide temperature range
Conclusion
As I promised at the beginning of the post, this is where I mention my favorite pick from the list. If I were to pick a unit from the list above, I’d choose the Waring Commercial WPG150 as my favorite commercial Panini maker.
Not only does the unit retail from a company dedicated to heavy-duty appliances, but it also performed exceptionally in the kitchen.
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