Presto Electric Skillet 16 Inch
- 16 inch pan with high sidewalls
- 1500 watts, 120 volts, 6 settings
- Ceramic nonstick inside and out
- Tempered glass cover with stay-cool handle
- 12.25D x 22.25W x 8.25H inches, 8.5 lb
- PFOA free and PTFE free, 1 year limited warranty
Last refreshed Jun 15, 2026 · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
A jumbo electric skillet with a ceramic nonstick surface, a glass lid and a detachable heat control. It roasts, fries, stews and bakes, though it takes up a wide stretch of counter.
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ASIN: B01GD1JSZMModel: 06856Category: Electric Skillets
Overview
A family dinner table or buffet line is where this wide Presto skillet earns its spot, since the tempered glass cover lets it double as a server. The ceramic coating covers the inside and outside, and a heat control plugs into the side.
One big pan for roasting, frying, grilling, stewing and casseroles is the reason to look at it, with a glass lid for serving. The limitation is footprint and storage, because the pan is deep, wide and heavy for a cabinet shelf.
Who it's for
Households that cook one-pot meals and serve at the table benefit from the high sidewalls and glass cover. Small kitchens and cooks who want long unattended simmering should look at a slow cooker instead.
Pros and cons
- Large pan with high sidewalls
- Ceramic nonstick inside and out
- Glass cover with stay-cool handle
- Heat control holds temperature
- Wide, heavy for storage
- Slow cook mode not listed
- Needs a free outlet nearby
Performance notes
A heavy cast aluminum pan spreads heat evenly and resists warping, and the master heat control cycles the element to hold the chosen setting. High sidewalls contain liquids for stews and casseroles, and the glass cover traps steam while letting the cook watch.
Specifications
| Brand | Presto |
|---|---|
| Model | 06856 |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Item weight | 8.5 Poundshigher than 68% of 29 electric skillets |
| Item Dimensions D x W x H | 12.25 inches D x 22.25 inches W x 8.25 inches H |
| Pan diameter | 16 inch |
| Capacity & performance | |
| Wattage | 1500 wattshigher than 63% of 33 electric skillets |
| Power & efficiency | |
| Voltage | 120 Volts |
| Construction & materials | |
| Material | Aluminum |
| Material Type Free | PFOA Free, PTFE Free |
| Coating | Ceramic nonstick, inside and out |
| Included components | |
| Included Components | Heat Control, Lid, Skillet |
| Warranty & support | |
| Warranty Description | 1 year limited |
| Other details | |
| Number of settings | 6 |
| Lid | Tempered glass cover with stay-cool handle |
Closest rivals on specs
Elite Gourmet Electric Skillet- Item weight 8.5 vs 10.5 pounds (-19%)
Zojirushi EP-PPC10HL Gourmet d'Expert Electric Skillet- Wattage 1500 vs 1300 watts (+15%)
Frequently asked questions
Is the Presto 06856 a slow cooker?
No. It is an electric skillet with a heat control, and the listing names no slow cook mode. It roasts, fries, grills, stews, bakes and makes casseroles.
Can the Presto 06856 be washed in water?
The description says the skillet is fully immersible once the heat control is removed.
What comes with the Presto 06856?
The skillet, the glass lid and the heat control.