Best panini presses TechnoBuffalo 2021
The best panini press is worth investing in. Whether it's a quick mid-week lunch munch or a lazy Saturday brunch, you can't beat a delicious, hot panini. You need the right bit of kit to up your toasted sandwich game though, so we're taking a look at the best panini presses available right now. Spoiler alert: We rate the Cuisinart Griddler -- it's a lean, mean, panini makin' machine. Stock up the fridge with cookable comestibles and take a look through our selection.
- Best overall: Cuisinart GR-4N 5-in-1 Griddler
- Best value: Dash mini panini press
- Best for smart storage: Hamilton beach 25460a panini press gourmet sandwich maker
- Best for easy cleanup: George Foreman panini press

Best overall: Cuisinart GR-4N 5-in-1 Griddler
Staff PickThis five-in-one wonder works as a panini press, contact grill, full grill, full griddle or half grill/half griddle. The floating lid cover adjusts to different food thickness, so is great for huge Scooby snack subs. You can double your cooking area by opening the press up, giving you both sides to griddle on -- a handy almost 200 square-inch cooking surface. The 11-inch by 9-inch cooking plates are reversible -- ridged on one side and smooth on the other -- and are removable so you can either wipe them down or put them in the dishwasher. The selector knob lets you choose the grill or griddle function. Once you've chosen your role, it then gives you adjustable temperature control.

Best value: Dash mini panini press
The Dash Mini is precisely that, measuring in at a compact 5 inches by 6 inches by just 2.8 inches and weighs just over a pound. This makes it perfect for dorm rooms, shared kitchens, office lunchrooms, and even camper van living. Adding to its appeal, it's available in a range of colors -- light blue, pink, red, silver, black and white -- which means you can pick a shade to suit your decor. The dual cooking surfaces are non-stick and wipe clean, and it comes complete with its own recipe guide for mini-meal inspiration.

Best for smart storage: Hamilton beach 25460a panini press gourmet sandwich maker
This panini press made the list for its all-round good specs, its stylish chrome looks and two special features that set it apart from rival models. This Hamilton Beach option can be stored upright, which is handy for people with limited cupboard or counter space. The other functionality we love is the lid action. It can flip open, it can be used as a floating lid, perfect for cooking paninis and other toasted sandwich products, but it also can be locked open. This means you can use this to heat or re-heat pizza, and make open-faced style bread products, like bruschetta.

Best for easy cleanup: George Foreman panini press
Nobody wants a panini maker that leaves them with a giant mess to clean up. The George Foreman panini press delivers a great option that is affordable, and easy to clean once you finish cooking. It measures at just 12 x 12 x 6.5 inches, and features removable grill plates which are dishwasher safe! It features new heating elements to get you cooking faster than ever, and at under a pound is easy to pull out from storage when you want to use.
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Whether you're looking to griddle up a grilled cheese, squash a salmon bagel, or melt a mozzarella muffin, the panini-making machines on the market today are competent and within the budget reach of most households. The Cuisinart Griddler delivers a stellar product that won't break your budget and still boasts a solid lineup of features. It's a five-in-one, making it a great pick if you want to save space on appliances in the kitchen, and features almost 200 inches of cooking space!
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