Hamilton Beach Flip Belgian Waffle Maker with Non-Stick Removable Plates, Browning Control, Drip Tray, Stainless Steel (26030)

Waited and waited for the price to go down and when it finally did, I bought it. This is easy to use, makes a good waffle, and most importantly, the removable waffle grill pads are easy to clean.

Just made my first waffles on this unit. They came out delicious! Clean up was super easy because of the removable griddles. I highly recommend this waffle maker!!!

This Hamilton Beach Flip Belgian Waffle Maker is capable of making some excellent waffles--every bit as good as the kind many people enjoy at the continental breakfast line at some hotels, with the only difference being that this waffle maker does not have an automated timer that beeps when the waffle is ready. Instead, you dial in the desired temp setting (I set mine on 1, the second-lowest option), pour on the batter, close the lid and rotate the handle to turn the griddles over, then wait approximately five minutes until the steaming tapers off. Lift the lid and VOILA! You have an exquisite waffle! Obviously, the taste and cook time of the waffles depends on the recipe for the batter you use. I find that mixes which include eggs make the fluffiest most authentic tasting kind, but if you look around you can find a good one that does not require you to whip/beat the egg whites, which is tiring and time-consuming. There are also some good instant mixes out there. I noticed other reviewers commenting that some of these do not heat properly. I did not have that problem. Mine gets piping/steaming hot and has given me no trouble. It takes about 5-7 minutes to initially warm up, at which point a green "Ready" light illuminates. After every 2 waffles you cook, it's good to let it re-heat for a moment because if you keep pouring on the batter in rapid succession, it will overwhelm the heating element, causing it to take noticeably longer to re-heat and cook the third waffle (and will cook that waffle inconsistently as a result). Not a big deal. The only quibble I have here is that this waffle maker doesn't feel particularly durable. It works fine, but only time will tell if it holds up. For $22 on a lightning deal, I think it was an outstanding value regardless. One last point: These waffles are quite large. Many folks will be satisfied to split one in half with a significant other. Otherwise, you had better be hungry if you're going to eat a whole one yourself. [UPDATE 12/18/2017: One year later and this waffle maker is still going strong! I love it! I've used it at least 50 times this year, probably quite a bit more than that, and all the waffles have come out great!]

It cooks a little slow. And unfortunately I didn't notice before I bought it that it only does one waffle at a time. My old waffle maker did two at a time. But the main reason I bought this was because of the removable plates. I was absolutely sick and tired of having to clean my old waffle maker. Cleaning this one was a total breeze. Easiest thing to do. I do not regret buying this because... It did cook my waffles evenly. And it's super simple to clean. I'm going to have to probably put it on the highest setting and ignore the lights and learn the timing of it. That way I'll know exactly how many minutes each waffle takes and I can time the hole meal better. I only gave it a four star instead of a five simply because it felt like it took a lot longer to cook each waffle than my other waffle maker did.

Makes the most perfect delicous waffles! I am buying a 2nd one because I love this one so much! ( to have at my cabin!) Makes delicous waffles that are soft and crispy at the same time! OMG the best around! Buy this! Oh and I also love that the plates are removable to make for easy cleaning!

I purchased this item for use at my beach house, in spite of many reviews that stated the product would not heat up sufficiently. The waffle iron arrived as promised and works like a charm. Removable, dishwasher safe grids are fantastic. Folding handle helps with storage. My family was so impressed that another one was purchased for use at our primary residence. The 2nd waffle iron DID NOT HEAT TO NEEDED TEMPERATURE (as indicated by many other reviews). A call to Hamilton Beach customer support was no help. I was advised to pre-heat and cook longer. Still did not finish waffles. I turned on the waffle maker with the grids removed, and realized that the heating elements were not turning red. Another call to Hamilton Beach was no help at all. Due to a family vacation, I waited too long to return the 2nd none-functioning waffle maker. But I still love the 1st working unit. I purchased a 3rd Waffle Iron. When it arrived and was fresh of the delivery truck, I unboxed the unit, removed the grids and plugged the unit in. The heating elements glowed a reassuring red and generated lots of heat. Bottom line is that the product is outstanding if you get one that works. Do the "red heating element visual test" as soon as your product arrives. If you got a good one congrats, if not, send that puppy back and request a replacement, repeat as needed. My batting average is .666 (2 for 3). I love this product's design and the waffles that it makes. Just make sure the one that is delivered can heat up to the desired temperature...

Me encantó la Waflera Hamilton Beach, es un excelente producto, muy fácil de usar, los wafles me quedaron excelentes, muy suaves por dentro y dorados por fuera. Excelente relación calidad-precio. Lo recomiendo ampliamente.

Very nice waffle maker. Use it very often. Well made and very easy to use. Very happy with results.

Encantado con la compra!! Como verdadero fan de los waffles y hot cakes... esta wafflera es maravillosa!! Super sencilla de usar, solo hay que conectar y escojer nivel de tostado... te cocina el waffle en 4 a 8 minutos (según tostado)... se limpia MUY FÁCIL, con un trapo humedo o removiendo las placas (No se pega nada!!!)... cocino DIARIAMENTE por la tarde 2 waffles (sí, soy adicto) y PUEDES USAR HARINA DE HOT CAKES REGULAR y salen excelentes... WAFFLES GRUESOS Y BIEN COCIDOS... ESTILO BELGA!! llevo más de 1 mes usándola diariamente y funciona perfecto (tiene un mecanismo super simple tipo tostador de resistencia) Nota: ES GRANDE, MIDE 44CM DE LARGO, 25CM DE ANCHO, 22CM DE ALTO expandida (el ancho disminuye a 22CM al remover el plato de protección de chorreo y el largo a 38CM al doblar el mango oara guardarse). Espero que a largo plazo funcione igual!

Our weekends have taken a delightful turn ever since we got this amazing waffle maker! Let me tell you, it's become a beloved part of our family routine. Every Saturday morning, the kitchen transforms into a bustling waffle wonderland. My partner and I wake up early, eager to put our new waffle maker to the test once again. It's so easy to use and clean that it makes the whole process a joy rather than a chore. The removable plates are a game-changer, and the waffles come out perfect every single time! One morning, our son decided he wanted to be the head chef. With a little guidance, he poured the batter into the machine and watched with wide-eyed anticipation as the waffles cooked to golden perfection. The green light indicator told us when they were ready, and the excitement in the kitchen was palpable. The best part is when we all gather around the table, topping our waffles with fresh strawberries, whipped cream, and a drizzle of maple syrup. Our son loves making funny faces with the toppings, turning breakfast into a creative and fun experience. The waffles are always perfectly cooked, with a crispy outside and fluffy inside, just the way we like them. One memorable weekend, we decided to have a waffle-themed brunch with friends. Everyone brought their favorite toppings, and our kitchen turned into a mini waffle bar. The waffle maker handled the crowd effortlessly, churning out batch after batch of delicious waffles. It was a hit, and everyone left with full bellies and big smiles. This waffle maker has truly become the star of our weekend mornings. It's reliable, easy to use, and makes waffles that taste like they’re straight from a fancy restaurant. If you're looking to add a bit of magic to your mornings, I can't recommend this waffle maker enough!

This waffle iron works perfectly. Like that the waffle plates are removable for cleaning.