Elite Gourmet Maxi-Matic Electric Nonstick Belgian Waffle Iron Snack Maker Machine
- Waffle Iron
- 600 watts
- 3
- Ceramic
- More reviewed than 76%
Good enough for occasional waffles in a small kitchen, but expect to flip partway through for even browning rather than trust the indicator light alone.
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How it ranks among the 102 waffle irons we track
3.9★ across 2,400 Amazon ratings, Bayesian-smoothed toward the category average.
2,400 Amazon ratings, weighted on a log scale so huge counts don't drown everything.
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Overview
This 2-slice Belgian waffle iron from Elite Gourmet trades size for portability: it stands upright for storage, has nonstick plates that wipe clean with a damp cloth, and uses power/ready lights instead of a timer to signal doneness.
Reviewers are split on browning: several say the plates cook unevenly and waffles need a flip partway through, while others report crisp results in around 4 minutes with no fuss. At this price point it reads as a compact, no-frills iron rather than a precision appliance, so expect to judge doneness by eye instead of trusting the ready light alone.
- 2-slice Belgian waffle plates, nonstick, PFOA-free
- Power and ready indicator lights
- Cool-touch locking handle for upright storage
- ETL and FDA compliant materials
Who it's for
Suits anyone who wants two waffles at a time without giving up counter or cabinet space, including dorm rooms and small kitchens. Less suited to anyone who wants consistent edge-to-edge browning without adjusting technique.
What buyers say
From Amazon customer reviews.
Reviewers who like this waffle iron point to its small footprint, quick roughly 4-minute cook time and simple plug-and-wait operation. The recurring complaint is uneven browning: several buyers say the plates cook unevenly or stick along the front edge, and that a coil-hinge design traps overflow batter, making it harder to clean than they expected.
Strengths and trade-offs
Drawn from this product's published specifications.
- Compact footprint, stores upright when done
- Nonstick plates wipe clean with no oil needed
- Cooks a batch in about 4 minutes
- Plates can brown unevenly, need a mid-cook flip
- Hinge design traps overflow batter, hard to clean
- Ready light stays lit longer than some expect
Specifications
| Brand | Elite Gourmet |
|---|---|
| Model | EWM-2207# |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Item Weight | 2.3 pounds |
| Item Dimensions D x W x H | 9.2 × 9.6 × 4.3 inches |
| Power & efficiency | |
| Wattage | 600 watts |
| Voltage | 120 volts |
| Construction & materials | |
| Material | Ceramic |
| Material Type Free | Lead Free, PFAS Free, PFOA Free |
| Color | Black |
| Included components | |
| Included Components | Electric Waffle Iron |
| Other details | |
| Number of settings | 3 |
| Other Special Features of the Product | Manual |
| Product Style | Waffle |
| Part Number | EWM-2207# |
| Item Type Name | Elite Gourmet Electric 3-in-1 Nonstick 1-Inch Thick Belgian Waffle & Grill/Sandwich Maker, Removable Plates Easy to Clean, Paninis, Snacks, Burgers and more, |
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How it compares
This product against the closest alternatives we track in waffle irons.
| Product | Amazon rating | Ratings | ProductDome score |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elite Gourmet Maxi-Matic Electric Nonstick Belgian Waffle Iron Snack Maker MachineThis product | 3.9 / 5 | 2,400 | 4.0 / 5 |
| Presto 03510 Ceramic FlipSide Belgian Waffle MakerPresto | 4.6 / 5 | 25,000 | 4.6 / 5 |
| Chefman Anti-Overflow Belgian Waffle Maker w/Shade SelectorChefman | 4.5 / 5 | 12,500 | 4.6 / 5 |
| Disney Mickey Mouse Waffle Maker by Select BrandsDisney | 4.7 / 5 | 7,200 | 4.6 / 5 |
| Cuisinart Waffle MakerCuisinart | 4.5 / 5 | 30,400 | 4.5 / 5 |
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Questions about the Elite Gourmet EWM-2207#
Common buyer questions answered straight from the product spec data - no fluff, no "it depends".
Does the Elite Gourmet EWM-2207# brown waffles evenly?
Not always, according to reviewers, several of whom needed to flip the waffle partway through the cycle for even color on both sides.
How long does it take to cook a waffle in this iron?
Reviewers who were satisfied with results report about 4 minutes per batch once the unit is preheated and the ready light is on.
Can the Elite Gourmet waffle iron be stored standing up?
Yes, its cool-touch locking handle is designed to let it stand upright, which the listing says helps it fit in tight cabinet space.