Russell Hobbs 2100W Sandwich Press RHSP801BLK vs Cuisinart 5-in-1 Griddler & Deep Pan Grill GR-5000XA

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Russell Hobbs

Russell Hobbs 2100W Sandwich Press RHSP801BLK

2100WFlat PlatesFloating Hinge

#1 Russell Hobbs 2100W Sandwich Press RHSP801BLK

Cuisinart

Cuisinart 5-in-1 Griddler & Deep Pan Grill GR-5000XA

5-in-1Stainless SteelRemovable Plates

#2 Cuisinart 5-in-1 Griddler & Deep Pan Grill GR-5000XA

Price & Rating

Russell Hobbs 2100W Sandwich Press RHSP801BLK

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★ 4.6 / 5 · 1,139 reviews

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Cuisinart 5-in-1 Griddler & Deep Pan Grill GR-5000XA

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★ 4 / 5 · 40 reviews

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Russell Hobbs 2100W Sandwich Press RHSP801BLK is A$89 cheaper.

Scores

Performance

Russell Hobbs

8.7

Cuisinart

8.9

Ease of Use

Russell Hobbs

9

Cuisinart

8.5

Build Quality

Russell Hobbs

8.4

Cuisinart

9.1

Versatility

Russell Hobbs

8.2

Cuisinart

9.6

Value

Russell Hobbs

9.4

Cuisinart

7.7

Pros & Cons

Russell Hobbs 2100W Sandwich Press RHSP801BLK

Pros

+ Most-reviewed sandwich press on Amazon AU at 4.6 stars from 1,133 buyers
+ Fast 2100W heat-up gets you toasting quickly
+ Flat plates handle panini, wraps and grilling, not just toasties
+ Floating hinge fits thick, overstuffed sandwiches

Cons

− Fixed plates can't be removed for dishwasher cleaning
− Flat plates don't seal fillings the way a jaffle maker does

Cuisinart 5-in-1 Griddler & Deep Pan Grill GR-5000XA

Pros

+ Five functions: contact grill, panini press, full griddle and open BBQ
+ Unique deep pan handles one-pot meals, stir-fries and baked dishes
+ Removable, dishwasher-safe plates make cleanup easy
+ Premium stainless-steel build with LCD temperature and timer control

Cons

− Easily the most expensive option here
− Bulkier and heavier than a simple toastie maker

Russell Hobbs 2100W Sandwich Press RHSP801BLK

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Cuisinart 5-in-1 Griddler & Deep Pan Grill GR-5000XA

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Our Verdict

Choose Russell Hobbs 2100W Sandwich Press RHSP801BLK if …

✓You value ease of use (scores 9/10)
✓You value value (scores 9.4/10)
✓You want a lower price (Check price)

Choose Cuisinart 5-in-1 Griddler & Deep Pan Grill GR-5000XA if …

✓You value performance (scores 8.9/10)
✓You value build quality (scores 9.1/10)
✓You value versatility (scores 9.6/10)

Overall average score: Russell Hobbs 8.7/10 vs Cuisinart 8.8/10. Cuisinart 5-in-1 Griddler & Deep Pan Grill GR-5000XA edges ahead overall.

Russell Hobbs 2100W Sandwich Press RHSP801BLK

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Cuisinart 5-in-1 Griddler & Deep Pan Grill GR-5000XA

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