In today’s guide, were going to look at the five best Panini hand presses money can buy today. The market is currently flooded with these accessories – and while one might think that this would make the selection process easier, it’s actually done the opposite.
Most of these products are subpar but still advertise themselves as the best of the best in the marketplace – which adds to the confusion even more. So, to help streamline your selection process, I went out, reviewed hundreds of Panini hand presses, and tested more than 30 so I could deliver this guide on the ‘5 best.’
With that in mind, all you ought to do no is go through the guide and pick the one you think will best meet your needs and requirements. Without further ado, let’s get into this.
The Top 5 Best Panini Hand Presses in 2021
| Panini Maker Name | Weight | Dimensions | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Victoria Cast Iron Panini Press | 1.32 lbs | 8.5 x 4.25 x 2.75 in | Check Price |
| Hot Sandwich Maker | 0.83 lbs | 15.16 x 6.18 x 1.38 in | Check Price |
| Norpro Mini Cast Iron Panini Pan | 3.1 lbs | 6 x 6 x 1 in | Check Price |
| Grilled Sandwich Panini Maker | 1.14 lbs | 13.75 x 5.9 x 1.2 in | Check Price |
| HIC Bacon Press and Steak Weight | 2.57 lbs | 7.75 x 7.75 x 2.75 in | Check Price |
Panini Hand Press #1:
- The first thing that attracted me to this masterpiece is the fact that it retails in four different choices, including, but not limited to a two-pack, a three-pack, a single pack, and even a four-pack. If you tend to lose your hand press or have neighbors who occasionally come to borrow yours, then the packs with multiple Victoria Cast Iron Panini Presses have been designed with your specific needs in mind.
- What’s more? This masterpiece is also ready to use and has been seasoned using 100 percent non-GMO flaxseed oil that doesn’t contain PFOAs and PTFE that can end up being harmful to your health. So, if one of your goals this year was to eat healthily, then this Victoria Cast Iron Panini Press is for you.
- The other thing I loved about this masterpiece is the wooden handle. Not only does it improve your grip while using the tool, but it will also protect you and anyone else who uses it from any serious burn injuries. After a long cooking period, the iron below will get extremely hot, so the handle will help ensure you do not come into contact with it (the iron.)
- It is perfect for bacon beef burgers, poultry flatbreads, grilled sandwiches, Panini quesadillas, and any more heavy-duty meat presses.
Notable features:
- Seasoned to be ready to use
- Perfect for multiple meals
- Retails in different modes
- Heavyweight
- Durable and sturdy
- Safe to use
Panini Hand Press #2:
- Are you all about designs and you’re looking for the best Panini hand press that also doubles up as an aesthetic kitchen appliance? If yes, then let me introduce you to the Yakime ga Saku Sandwich Maker.
- When hanged on top of your kitchen counter, you can rest assured that everyone who walks in there will have something to say about the unit’s cool and sleek design. I even have two different friends who decided to invest in the exact same hand press after seeing mine on my kitchen counter.
- As you can see from the product’s image above, it retails as a full package and it is the only thing you’ll need to prepare your delicacies. This makes it perfect for home use as well as outdoor scenarios such as while hiking, camping, or fishing.
Notable features:
- Has a non-stick design
- The plastic handle is cool to the touch
- It is portable
- Easy to use and clean
- Lightweight
- Durable and sturdy
Panini Hand Press #3:
- One of my neighbors uses this exact model – so, naturally, while creating this guide, I reached out to him to ask how he would rate his Panini hand press out of 10. Not only did he rate it a 9 out of 10, but he also pointed out that his unit has never run into any issues since he acquired it.
- As you can tell from the product’s image above, Norpro Mini Cast Iron Panini Pan also retails with raised ridges that will leave perfect grill marks and allow fats and oils to drain into the tool’s grooves. Find user instructions and recipes included in the package you will receive from Amazon.
Notable features:
- Very reliable
- Consistent with its results
- Easy to clean and use
- Durable and sturdy
- The handle remains cool to the touch
- Boasts a nice basic design
Panini Hand Press #4:
- To ensure everyone’s needs were covered, I also decided to include one Panini hand press that has been solely dedicated to gas stovetops. The pan measures 1.2 x 5.9 x 13.75 inches (including the handle), and I do not know about you, but this was more than sufficient to handle the needs of my huge family.
- Happy Sales HSGS-HPNI Panini Maker also boasts a high-quality die-cast aluminum pan with a non-stick coating that will prevent food from sticking to your pan. This, in turn, makes it easy for everyone in your household to cook. This also eliminated the need of using a lot of oil.
Notable features:
- Dishwasher safe
- Durable ad study
- Has a non-stick surface
- Designed with a die-cast aluminum pan
- Used for gas stovetops
- Has a large cooking surface
Panini Hand Press #5:
- The last, but by no means the least Panini hand press in our detailed guide is the HIC Bacon Press. Just like most of the products we’ve looked at, this one retails in two different designs, namely round and rectangle.
- When these shapes are coupled with the unit’s heavyweight nature, you can rest assured that it will flatten all your kinds of bacon and prevent them from shrinking and curling. This, in turn, ensures that your bacon cooks more evenly and crispier (without the messy spatter.)
- Other meals you can press using this HIC Bacon Press include burgers, steaks, and pork chops, and the unit will help you press out all the excess fat from these meals as well. Another point worth noting is that you’re recommended to carefully use this unit in non-stick pans.
- During cleaning sessions, simply handwash the tool in warm, soapy water, and then rinse and dry thoroughly.
Notable features
- It Retails in two different designs
- Has an aesthetic design at the surface
- Made of a cast iron with a stay-cool wooden handle
- It will help press out excess fat from all your meals
- Easy to use and clean
- Very durable and sturdy
Conclusion
After spending more than five days reviewing and testing hundreds of Panini hand presses, I pick the Victoria Cast Iron Panini Press as my favorite Panini hand press at the moment. This unit is healthy to use, has a wide surface area, and has been reported to last decades.
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