The 10 Best Non-Stick Griddles of 2023

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Apart from cooking very tasty meals, non-stick griddles make it easier to prepare food such as meat and eggs, which usually stick if using regular stainless-steel pans. Additionally, these products are healthier to use because you don’t need a lot of oil to prevent sticking.

That said, there are many types of these units in the market, but we have narrowed it down to ten of the best non-stick griddles that you should consider buying.

10 Best Non-Stick Griddles – Review 

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	1. Cuisinart MCP45-25NS (Best Overall)	Wide cooktop compatibility Strong and durable 3-ply construction Heat surround technology Drip-free pouring rim
	2. Nordic Ware 10230AMZ (Best Budget)	Affordable Sizeable 163 sq. in. cooking surface Heavy-duty aluminum construction Oven safe
	3. Presto 07061 (Best Electric)	Large 231 sq. in. non-stick cooking surface Control Master heat control module Removable slide-out drip tray Tool-free detachable handles
	4. Calphalon 1876991 (Best Compact)	Oven safe up to 450ºF Slender lip for easy spatula access Heavy-gauge aluminum construction Hard anodized exterior
	5. Ecolution EVRE-3228 (Best Pancake Griddle)	Grippy soft silicon handle Heavy-gauge aluminum construction Textured heat distribution bands PFOA-free, water-based hydrolon coating
	6. Emeril Lagasse 62929 (Heavy-Duty)	Heavy-gauge aluminum core Triple-layered non-stick coat Strong stainless-steel handles Oven safe up to 450ºF
	7. All-Clad E7951464 (Fat Draining Griddle)	Fluid draining perimeter channel Commercial-size 260 sq. in. cooking surface Highly compatible Oven safe up to 500ºF
	8. Farberware 21745 (SmartGlide Griddle)	SmartGlide non-stick system Dishwasher-safe Sturdy handle Oven safe up to 350ºF
	9. Presto 07046 (Best Large)	Large 285 sq. in. cooking surface Control Master heat control module Tilt’nDrain feature with a slide-out drip tray Heavy cast aluminum base
	10. Vremi VRM020292N (Reversible Design)	Reversible 2-in-1 design Grease trapping channels Comes pre-seasoned Sturdy cast-iron base

1. Cuisinart MCP45-25NS – Best Overall Non-Stick Griddle

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• Cooking Area: 180 sq. in.
• Material: Aluminum, Stainless Steel
• Weight: 4 lbs.

Starting off the list is Cuisinart’s MCP45-25NS and this takes the top spot because it is a versatile non-stick griddle that can be used on gas, electric, ceramic, halogen and induction cooktops.

This is made possible by a tough and professional triple-ply construction that has a heavy-duty aluminum core and a brushed stainless exterior. The stainless-steel exterior is what makes the unit suitable for use on an induction cooktop because it is magnetic.

The triple-ply construction contributes to even heat distribution in what the manufacturer terms as heat surround technology. This distributes out the heat on the bottom and sidewalls for even cooking.

Other than that, you get a premium non-stick interior, a corrosion-resistant hard-anodized exterior, solid stainless-steel handles that stay cool on the stove and are firmly riveted for durability purposes, and a drip-free pouring rim all around.

Also, the 180 sq. in. cooking surface is quite large and it can be used on a double burner to prepare servings for big families or many friends. On the downside, this griddle is very expensive, but its versatility makes it worth the price.

Pros:

• Versatile cooktop compatibility
• Tough triple-ply construction
• Heat surround technology
• Solid and firmly riveted stainless-steel handles
• Drip-free pouring rim

Cons:

• Expensive but worth it

2. Nordic Ware 10230AMZ – Best Budget Non-Stick Griddle

Photo: Nordic Ware

• Cooking Area: 163 sq. in.
• Material: Aluminum
• Weight: 2.02 lbs.

For those on a tight budget, Nordic Ware’s 10230AMZ is the best option to consider because it is very affordable. Despite this, it offers a sizeable non-stick cooking surface that measures roughly 163 square inches.

This size fits perfectly over two stove burners or any camp stove and therefore, you can comfortably use it indoors or outdoors.

The griddle is made using heavy-duty aluminum, which resists warping and helps to distribute heat evenly throughout the base and sides. It has two side handles that are made using the same material. These are forged as part of the griddle and are, therefore, very durable.

On the downside, these handles do not stay cool as you grill. You need cooking gloves to handle the griddle when hot. However, you can use it in the oven, which is very convenient.

Pros:

• Affordable
• Relatively large 163 sq. in. cooking surface
• Heavy-duty aluminum construction
• Oven safe

Cons:

• Does not have stay-cool handles

3. Presto 07061 – Best Electric Non-Stick Griddle

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• Cooking Area: 231 sq. in.
• Material: Aluminum
• Weight: 6.5 lbs.

With Presto’s 07061, you don’t need an external heat source because it is an electric self-contained griddle. It is equipped with a premium non-stick surface that is very easy to clean and has a slide-out drip tray that collects all the fat and juices for healthy cooking.

A Control Master heat control module is used to regulate the heat on the cooking surface and it has a knob for easy control.

The entire structure is held in place by a heavy cast aluminum base that is warp proof while two side handles enable you to carry the griddle even when hot, while also raising it slightly from the surface.

Cleaning the unit is very easy but you must remove all the components. The drip tray easily slides out and is very easy to clean while the handle can be detached tool-free using their latch clips.

Most importantly though, you need to remove the heat control because it is electric, and after this, you can submerge the griddle for easy, thorough cleaning.

Though large enough to prepare meals for the entire family (231 sq. in.), with all the components removed, the base fits neatly in standard 18-inch kitchen cabinets for easy storage.

The only issue with this design is that you cannot use it in an oven or any other heat source and it cannot be used outdoors where there is no power.

Pros:

• Large, premium non-stick cooking surface
• Control Master heat control module
• Slide-out drip tray for mess-free use
• Heavy cast aluminum base
• Tool-free detachable handles

Cons:

• Not oven safe
• Requires a power source outdoors

4. Calphalon 1876991 – Best Compact Non-Stick Griddle

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• Cooking Area: 121 sq. in.
• Material: Aluminum
• Weight: 2.8 lbs.

Measuring only 11 x 11 inches, Calphalon’s 1876991 is very compact and has a slender lip that contains liquids while also allowing easy access using a spatula.

What stands out though about this model is that it has a long, brushed stainless steel handle, which remains cool when cooking on the stove, but can also be used in the oven since it does not melt under high temperatures. However, it is oven-safe up to 450ºF.

The griddle is made using aluminum but a heavy-gauge type with a PFOA-free non-stick cooking surface. This ensures even heat distribution on the base and sides, and it has a hard-anodized exterior that is corrosion resistant and dishwasher-safe for easy maintenance.

On the downside, the griddle cannot be used on induction cooktops because it is not magnetic.

Pros:

• Oven safe up to 450ºF
• Slender lip for easy spatula access
• Heavy-gauge aluminum construction
• Dishwasher-safe

Cons:

• Not compatible with induction cooktops

5. Ecolution EVRE-3228 – Best Non-Stick Pancake Griddle

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• Cooking Area: 121 sq. in.
• Material: Aluminum
• Weight: 1.62 lbs.

Ecolution’s EVRE-3228 is quite similar to Calphalon’s 1876991 because it has a similar-sized cooking area that measures 121 sq. in.

However, this has a soft silicon handle that lets you flip your pancakes while maintaining a very firm grip. This handle is firmly riveted to the griddle for long-lasting use.

The griddle has a slightly higher lip that helps to contain liquids better, especially when preparing different types of meat.

Other than that, the unit has a pure heavy-gauge aluminum construction that has textured heat bands for even heat distribution across the entire surface.

The griddle is dishwasher-safe for easy maintenance and it has a safe PFOA-free, water-based hydrolon coating that ensures effortless food release. However, the pan is not oven-safe because the silicon handle can easily melt under high pressure.

Pros:

• Comfortable and grippy soft silicon handle
• Pure heavy-gauge aluminum construction
• Textured heat bands for even heat distribution
• Dishwasher safe

Cons:

• Not oven safe

6. Emeril Lagasse 62929 – Heavy-Duty Non-Stick Griddle

Photo: Emeril Lagasse

• Cooking Area: 198 sq. in.
• Material: Aluminum
• Weight: 4.19 lbs.

The Emeril Lagasse 62929 is characterized by a heavy-gauge aluminum core, which is very tough and practically warp-free. This material also helps to distribute heat evenly across the base and sides for even cooking.

A triple layer of the non-stick coating is applied above the aluminum on the cooking surface, and this gives it durability, effortless food-release properties, and an easy to clean design. You can even use your dishwasher for easy maintenance.

Attached to the griddle are solid stainless-steel handles and these are firmly riveted for durability purposes. Because no silicon is used, the unit can be used on a stove or oven, but the oven temperature must not exceed 450ºF.

Other features include a large 198 sq. in. size, which allows you to cook food for a large family or prepare different types of meals such as pancakes on one side and sausages on the other. The only problem is that the unit is not induction compatible.

Pros:

• Heavy-gauge aluminum core
• Triple-layered non-stick coating
• Firmly riveted stainless-steel handles
• Oven safe up to 450ºF

Cons:

• Not induction compatible

7. All-Clad E7951464 – Fat Draining Non-Stick Griddle

Photo: All-Clad

• Cooking Area: 260 sq. in.
• Material: Aluminum
• Weight: 6 lbs.

With a small channel around its perimeter, All-Clad’s E7951464 is designed to drain oil and juices away from the food so that the result is a healthier meal for you and your family.

That said, this griddle is a commercial-sized because it has a 260 sq. in. cooking surface that can fit over two burners and is ideal for entertaining a crowd.

The unit is compatible with multiple countertops such as gas, halogen, ceramic, and electric, but it is not induction compatible because it is built using aluminum. This aluminum is very durable though because it has a hard-anodized exterior.

Other features include two stainless steel riveted handles, a dishwasher-safe design, and the unit is oven safe up to 500ºF.

Pros:

• Fat draining channel for healthier cooking
• Large 260 sq. in. cooking surface
• Gas, halogen, ceramic and electric cooktop compatible
• Dishwasher safe
• Oven safe up to 500ºF

Cons:

• Not induction compatible

8. Farberware 21745 – SmartGlide Non-Stick Griddle

Photo: Farberware

• Cooking Area: 121 sq. in.
• Material: Aluminum
• Weight: 1.55 lbs.

Farberware’s 21745 has a SmartGlide non-stick system that consists of a textured cooking surface. Apart from ensuring easy food release, this design creates air pockets that transfer heat quickly while creating a layer underneath for easy gliding when emptying to a plate.

At the same time, this creates beautiful browning on your food with the texture marks and is also very easy to clean. The griddle is actually dishwasher-safe for easier maintenance.

A sturdy handle is attached to the pan and this gives you a firm, comfortable grasp that is ideal for flipping pancakes. With this, the unit is oven-safe but up to 350ºF and therefore, you must monitor the temperature closely.

The only problem is that this model is not compatible with induction cooktops.

Pros:

• SmartGlide non-stick system
• Dishwasher-safe
• Sturdy handle
• Oven safe up to 350ºF

Cons:

• Not induction compatible

9. Presto 07046 – Best Large Non-Stick Griddle

Photo: Presto

• Cooking Area: 285 sq. in.
• Material: Aluminum
• Weight: 7 lbs.

If you like entertaining multiple guests or you have a very large family, you should consider buying Presto’s 07046. This is because it has a very large 285 sq. in. cooking surface, which can fit as many as 12 slices of French toast at a time.

That said, the unit is electric and, just like the Presto 07061, it has a Control Master heat control module that can easily be adjusted by turning the temperature knob.

The griddle also has a Tilt’nDrain feature, which allows you to adjust the level from flat to angled by pulling the handles outwards. This enables you to collect the drippings on the slide-out drip tray for healthy cooking.

Heavy cast aluminum is used on the base and this has a premium non-stick surface plus a built-in backstop that prevents food from falling at the back. With the heat control removed, this base is fully immersible and this helps to simplify the cleaning process.

The only problem is that this large size might be too big to fit in most dishwashers.

Pros:

• Very large cooking surface
• Control Master heat control module
• Tilt’nDrain feature with a slide-out drip tray
• Heavy cast aluminum base

Cons:

• Might not fit in most dishwashers

10. Vremi VRM020292N – Reversible Non-Stick Griddle

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• Cooking Area: 197.5 sq. in.
• Material: Cast Iron
• Weight: 6.75 lbs.

Vremi’s VRM020292N is unique because it has a reversible design where you can use either side of the cooking area. One side is flat and this offers a smooth pan for making pancakes and eggs while the other is a ridged grill that creates classic grill marks on steaks and sausages.

The flat side has a perimeter channel that collects fat and other fluids for healthy cooking while the ridged grill side raises the food slightly, allowing the fat to collect underneath.

Both sides come pre-seasoned and this helps to add flavor while also strengthening the non-stick properties of the sturdy cast-iron base.

You also get two built-in handles for easier lifting, but these do not remain cool as you heat the griddle. Another downside is that the unit is not dishwasher safe.

Pros:

• Reversible flat and ridged grill design
• Grease channels for trapping fat
• Shipped when pre-seasoned
• Sturdy cast-iron base

Cons:

• No stay-cool handles
• Not dishwasher safe

How to Buy the Best Non-Stick Griddle

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1. Cooking Area

When selecting a non-stick griddle, the size of the cooking area is the most important factor to consider. Large ones are recommended because they give you more space to prepare a large serving.

However, this does not mean that small ones are not good. Ideally, you should select based on the number of people you want to serve. For personal use, the compact size is best.

Other than that, you need to check the surface texture. Smooth or lightly textured pans, such as Farberware’s 21745, are ideal for making pancakes while ridged surfaces, such as the one in Vremi’s VRM020292N, are ideal for cooking meat because they leave beautiful sear marks.

2. Material

It is important to consider the material used for three main purposes: strength, heat distribution, and compatibility.

Heavy-duty materials, like the heavy gauge aluminum used in Emeril Lagasse’s 62929, ensure the griddle does not warp. Heavy gauge metals are usually thick and this helps to distribute heat evenly across the bottom and sides for uniform heating.

The type of material also directly determines compatibility, especially when dealing with induction cooktops. This heat source can only work with magnetic materials such as stainless steel or cast iron, but not aluminum.

Therefore, since all other heat sources can practically be used on any type of griddle, Cuisinart’s MCP45-25NS and Vremi’s VRM020292N are quite unique because their material enables them to be used on all heat sources, including induction cooktops.

3. Handles

Griddles are usually fitted with handles for easy lifting. However, some are stay-cool handles while others heat up as the pan gets hot. With such, you must have cooking gloves to hold and lift them, which can be very inconveniencing.

That said, while soft silicon handles might be comfortable to hold and use even when the griddle is hot, they can easily melt under high temperatures. Therefore, with such handles, ensure you check the upper-temperature limit for oven use so that you don’t ruin them.

Ideally, the best handles are the stay-cool metal types, though these might not be as grippy as the silicon type.

4. Ease of Use

All non-stick griddles are basically the same when it comes to usage because you have to place your food at the top to cook. The difference in ease of use comes after the cooking process when it’s time to clean.

Some units are dishwasher safe while others are not. Of course, the dishwasher-safe griddles are easier to maintain, and therefore, this makes them easier to use.

Conclusion 

Now that you know which are the best non-stick griddles in the market, we highly recommend Cuisinart’s MCP45-25NS as the best of the best because it is very versatile, has a tough 3-ply construction and is relatively large.

However, if you are looking for an electric model, be sure to check out Presto’s 07061, which also has a large cooking area. If you are on a tight budget though, be sure to check out Nordic Ware’s 10230AMZ.