
Top rated Contact grills
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1. Tefal OptiGrill+ XL contact grill (GC7278), black
Tefal Optigrill+ XL GC7278. With our innovation, the Tefal OptiGrill+ XL contact grill, intelligent technology ensures delicious cooking results. With a 33% larger grilling surface compared to the standard OptiGrill size, this contact grill is ideal for grilling with family and friends. The OptiGrill+ XL is equipped with "Automatic Sensor Cooking" technology, which automatically adjusts cooking time and temperature based on nine cooking programs (steak, burger, sausage, bacon, poultry, fish, sandwich/panini, peppers, and eggplant) according to the thickness and quantity of the food being grilled. Additionally, there is a manual mode and a defrost mode for frozen food. Direct monitoring of the cooking process is possible via the light indicator: purple during preheating, blue, then green to indicate the start of cooking, yellow when the food is rare, orange for medium, and red for well-done. This way, all your preparations turn out perfectly and to everyone's taste! Simply lift the lid and remove the food when it's ready. The rest can continue cooking! With the additional manual mode featuring four adjustable temperature levels, you can prepare a variety of foods, including fruits and vegetables, exactly how you like them. This grill produces up to twice less smoke than a standard grill, making it perfect for indoor use!.

2. Tefal Inicio multifunctional grill (GC241D)
Healthy grilling enjoyment without much effort: practical and delicious. With this powerful electric contact grill for meat, paninis, and much more, such as vegetables and fish, as well as fruit, you can create perfectly grilled or deliciously toasted dishes. Enjoy healthy grilled meals, as no additional oil is needed for grilling thanks to the non-stick coating, and excess fat drains directly into the convenient drip tray. With a powerful 2000 W and non-stick grill plates, grilling and cleaning become a breeze. Plus, thanks to the option for vertical storage, stowing it away is also easy, and the grill can quickly disappear into your kitchen cabinet when needed. Look forward to quick heating, minimal sticking, and clean grilling with plenty of flavor and without much hassle during setup and takedown, as well as no annoying scrubbing during cleaning.
Pro
- Easy to clean
- Big, hot fast!!!
Contra
- Temperature cannot be set, but I already knew that before I bought it
- Requires a lot of space
- Grill plate cannot be removed for cleaning

3. Tefal Optigrill+
With OptiGrill+, our ultimate innovation, smart technology makes for delicious cooking. Featuring "Automatic Sensor Cooking" technology, time and temperature are automatically adjusted to the thickness and number of items placed on the grill, based on 6 cooking programs (Burger, Poultry, Sandwich, Sausage, Red meat, Fish) and a frozen food mode. At the same time, an indicator light allows direct monitoring: Purple for preheating, blue then green at the start of cooking, yellow when the food is rare, orange for medium and red for well-done. Perfectly adaptable to everyone's tastes, simply lift up the lid to pick up your meat when it's ready and leave the rest to carry on cooking! The additional manual mode with 4 adjustable temperature levels allows you to cook anything and is perfectly adapted to fruits and vegetables, cooking them just the way you want.
Pro
- Quick cleaning
- Easy to clean thanks to removable grill surfaces. Dishwasher-safe
- Simple operation
Contra
- Somewhat large
- Cable too short
- Need lots of space in the cupboard 🤩🤩

4. Tefal Optigrill+ Snacking & Baking
The new OptiGrill+ Snacking & Baking comes with enhanced features compared to traditional grilling functions: cooking, gratin, and baking. Now, you can also prepare pizzas, potato gratin, or cakes in the OptiGrill. Who would have thought? The grill master is transforming into a dough master. In addition to six preset grilling programs, it offers a manual mode with four adjustable temperature levels for grilling fruits and vegetables. With its special grilling and baking tray, a variety of delicacies can be baked, gratinated, and reheated. The removable grilling and baking tray has a capacity of 1.6 liters. The new modes are: warming, baking, cross baking, and gratinating.
Pro
- Quick cleaning
- Easy to clean
- Good, clear, simple operation.
Contra
- Somewhat large
- Short power cable
- Space must be available

5. Tefal OptiGrill Elite contact grill (GC7508), black
With the OptiGrill Elite, Tefal's intelligent contact grill, you guarantee perfect grilling results tailored to your taste. Grilling is always a success, allowing you to treat your loved ones to delicious meat dishes, ranging from rare to well-done. Thanks to its clever design, the electric grill measures the thickness of the food and takes into account the number of portions to automatically adjust the ideal cooking time. Discover a whole new grilling experience with the intuitive grill assistant! Let yourself be guided step by step and receive a precise countdown to the second when the desired cooking level is reached.
Tefal GC7508 OptiGrill Elite Contact Grill in black:
• 600 cm² non-stick grilling surface
• 12 preset grilling programs: Steak, Burger, Chicken, Sandwich, Sausages, Bacon, Fish, Seafood, Potato, Eggplant, Bell Pepper, and Tomatoes
• 2 additional programs: Manual mode with adjustable temperature (120 to 270°) and grilling time, as well as defrost function
• Grill boost function for extra grilling enjoyment (selectable before each program)
• Add-on function to continue grilling directly without restarting
• Acoustic and visual signals during the grilling process
Hamburger press:
• Non-stick coating - ensures nothing sticks while shaping
• Dishwasher safe
• Quick and easy shaping of ground meat for hamburgers.
Pro
- Very easy to clean
- Simple cleaning
- Simple operation
Contra
- Cable slightly too short
- The cable could be a little longer. However, complaining at a high level
- Power cable is really VERY short

6. WMF Lono sandwich maker (415150011)
WMF Lono Sandwich Maker, sandwich toaster for 2 standard or XXL slices of bread, sandwich maker with 2-level height adjustment for more filling, matte stainless steel.
Contents: 1x sandwich maker made of Cromargan matte stainless steel (23.6 x 26.3 x 8.8 cm, 800 W, cable length 1 m).
The sandwich toaster has space for two sandwiches of any size from standard to XXL slices of bread (max. 13 x 13 cm), as well as bread types like rye or multigrain.
Easy to use thanks to the on/off switch. The variable handle lock with 2-level height adjustment adapts to the thickness of the sandwich. Toasting time depends on the type of filling used.
Space-saving vertical storage due to integrated cable winding and plug storage. LED control light: the light changes from red to white once the optimal temperature is reached.
Easy to clean thanks to the special design of the toasting plates with non-stick coating (plates are not removable).
A sandwich is not just a sandwich. From classic to vegan, gluten-free to double-decker - there are no limits to creativity. Found your favorite sandwich? Just place it in the WMF Lono sandwich toaster, toast it to a golden brown crisp, and your delicious snack is ready. Whether in XXL format or double-stacked - thanks to the two-level height adjustment and extra-large toasting plates, all types of sandwiches can be prepared effortlessly in minutes.
The WMF Lono sandwich toaster: this is how fast food is done today.
The uniform design language, elegant Cromargan, and distinctly polished lid elements flatter any kitchen and create a harmonious look on the countertop. With its user-friendly operation and powerful features, this designer breakfast set has found its fans. Whether kettle, toaster, coffee machine, (glass) kettle, 2-in-1 tea and water kettle, or Milk & Choc: the Lono series offers the complete program for a perfectly rounded breakfast.
Pro
- Easy to clean, even if you can't remove the parts
- Elegant design
- Lamp indicates when the toast is ready
Contra
- Fan sounds loud... takes some getting used to
- The plug was for any country but not for CH

7. Tefal OptiGrill Elite XL
Perfect grilling results in XL format
The OptiGrill Elite XL contact grill offers you the best and biggest grilling experience of the successful OptiGrill series. In addition to the proven OptiGrill technology, with which the intelligent contact grill measures both the number and thickness of your ingredients and adjusts the pre-set programmes with cooking time and grilling cycle individually based on this, you can now grill even more ingredients at the same time. Enjoy an XL grilling surface of 800 cm², which is suitable for up to eight portions. With a total of 16 automatic programmes, the OptiGrill Elite XL grill offers you unprecedented variety. The digital grill assistant with intuitive menu accompanies you with a countdown to the second until your perfect grill result. The grill boost ensures crispy, delicious grill marks thanks to the 2200 watt power of this electric grill. The grill plates and juice drip tray are non-stick, removable and dishwasher-safe.
Pro
- Very easy to clean
- Good cleaning
- Many programmes
Contra
- Short cable
- Accessories relatively expensive
- Cable too short

8. WMF Lono 2-in-1 contact grill (415110011)
The WMF Lono 2-in-1 Contact Grill is a powerful indoor electric grill that allows you to prepare feasts of all kinds. When opened, it turns shared grilling at the table into a culinary highlight, while in its closed position, it functions as a sandwich maker and panini grill. The Vario-Flex grill plate enables particularly versatile and simultaneous grilling of multiple ingredients of varying sizes. The two extra-large, non-stick aluminum cast plates provide nearly limitless, healthy grilling enjoyment.
Pro
- easy to clean
- Fast, robust, easy to clean
- Cool, space-saving, on/off button, removable plates, quick heating
Contra
- Cable too short
- The cable is definitely a little too short
- A lot of plastic used

9. Braun Multigrill 9 Pro
Built-in heating elements ensure perfect grilling performance, reduce preheating time, and provide a quick response when cold food is placed on the grill plate. The three-in-one grilling positions offer maximum versatility with contact grill, open grill, and oven settings. The temperature sensor allows for achieving the desired level of doneness with utmost precision. Independent electronic thermostats guarantee precise and stable high temperatures for each plate throughout the cooking process. The sear function is ideal for sealing the meat on the outside during the initial cooking phase, keeping it tender and juicy on the inside. The large cooking surface can prepare up to 16 burgers or serve up to 8 people in one go. With 2200 W of power, it ensures even and powerful heat distribution. Three automatic functions: automatic hamburger, panini, and warming functions. The integrated drip tray is easy to clean and handle. A locking system allows for easy storage and cleaning.
Pro
- Easy to clean
- Very easy to clean
- Quick and easy operation
Contra
- Cable too short
- Cable too short, you need an extension
- Weight and stowability

10. Severin KG 2394
With this contact grill, you can prepare foods such as steaks, sandwiches, or paninis. Thanks to a non-stick grill plate, no oil is needed. Additionally, the contact grill includes a drip tray to catch the excess fat. The housing and handle of the grill are made of stainless steel, and it measures 22.5 x 27 x 8.5 cm. Its power is 800 watts, and it weighs 1.3 kg.
Pro
- Small and handy - doesn't take up much space
- Requires little space
- small, for 1-2 persons
Contra
- No on/off switch
- Does not have an on/off button
- No power button
