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A diner breakfast depends on one piece of equipment: a big, flat, evenly heated cooking surface that holds pancakes, eggs, bacon and potatoes all at once. A home stove rarely offers that, which is the whole appeal of a plug-in griddle. The Presto 22-inch electric griddle with removable handles is a common choice, and this review sorts what is established about it from what is not.
A note on method. This review draws on published testing of Presto griddles, on a summary page that collects customer comments on the Presto line, and on a review of a close cousin of this model. It is not based on hands-on testing, and nothing here claims otherwise. Where the evidence covers a neighboring Presto model and not this one, that is said plainly.
What the sources say about this model
Presto sells several 22-inch griddles, and the naming is confusing. The one reviewed here is the 22-inch model with removable handles, sold under the model number 07061 in standard black. A close relative, the 07062, has a ceramic-style coating. One reviewer who looked at the ceramic version described a cooking surface of about 22 by 12 inches, a slide-out tray that catches grease, handles that come off easily for storage and a raised edge that helps when scraping food with a spatula. That reviewer also said the griddle itself could be fully submerged for washing once the temperature control was detached, and put the price at about $50. Those details come from the ceramic version, so confirm them for the black model on the listing.
A summary of customer comments on the Presto line describes the 22-inch model with removable handles in short terms. Reviewers like the size and the quick heating. The recurring complaint is that food such as eggs and meat sticks to the coating, which is a common issue with nonstick surfaces that are not oiled or have seen wear. The same summary does not give review counts, so the comments are best read as themes, not statistics.
What independent testing says about Presto griddles in general
America’s Test Kitchen tested electric griddles and chose a Ninja model as its winner. Its Best Buy was a different Presto, the Cool-touch Griddle/Warmer Plus, at $59. That griddle has a 210-square-inch surface and a 400°F maximum. ATK’s testers noticed some hot spots near the power connection that did not affect cooking results, and the plate is not removable, so cleanup takes more care.
That is a different griddle from the 22-inch model, so its results do not transfer directly. What they do tell a buyer is how the category behaves. Several tested griddles browned unevenly, with pale centers and dark edges on pancakes, and the Presto performed well enough to earn Best Buy. It suggests Presto’s heating design is competent, but it is not proof about the 22-inch model.
Does it suit diner-style cooking at home?
On size, yes. A 22-inch surface holds several pancakes at once, or a row of bacon beside a pile of potatoes, which is how breakfast gets done in a hurry. A wide griddle also makes the cook’s job easier because the pan does not have to be shuffled between batches. The removable handles and feet help for storage, and those are the details that decide whether an appliance stays in a cabinet or gets sent to the basement.
It is less obvious that it matches a flat-top’s sear. Electric griddles in ATK’s tests topped out around 400°F for the Presto it reviewed, which is enough for pancakes, eggs and griddled sandwiches. A hard smash-burger crust asks for more heat and more mass than a thin electric plate delivers. Treat it as a breakfast and sandwich machine, and anything beyond that as a bonus.
Where the evidence goes quiet
Several things are missing from what was reviewed. The wattage of the 07061 does not appear in the sources, nor does its maximum temperature. Heat evenness for this exact model was not measured in any independent test found here. The warranty is not confirmed either. Anyone buying should check those points on the listing and on Presto’s own product page.
Durability is a question mark too. A summary of customer comments on a different Presto model mentions some units failing after only a few uses, which the writer calls exceptions, and others where plastic parts cracked sooner than expected. Those were different models, and they are a reminder that an inexpensive appliance is not a lifetime purchase.
Pros, cons, who it suits, and who should skip it
- Pros: a 22-inch cooking area that handles a full breakfast in one go.
- Pros: removable handles and feet make it easier to store.
- Pros: Presto’s other griddles earned strong marks from a major test kitchen.
- Pros: priced around $50 for the related ceramic version, per one reviewer.
- Cons: food can stick to the coating, a recurring complaint in customer comments.
- Cons: heat output and evenness for this exact model were not found in independent tests.
- Cons: a thin electric plate will not match a commercial flat-top sear.
- Cons: some Presto models drew reports of early failures or cracked parts.
It suits households that cook breakfast for three or more people, and cooks who want a big griddle without paying for a premium model. It is a weaker fit for a small kitchen with little storage, for cooks who expect restaurant-grade searing, and for anyone who wants a removable plate, which this model does not offer.
The verdict, and where to find it
The Presto 22-inch is a reasonable, inexpensive way to get a diner-sized cooking surface at home, and Presto’s record in independent testing is respectable. The honest caveat is that the specific model is thinly tested. Buy it for breakfast and expect a few sticking problems, and it should do the job.
You can find the Presto 22-inch Electric Griddle with Removable Handles on Amazon through the button at the top of this post or the link here. Because I link through an affiliate account, I earn a commission if you buy, at no extra cost to you. Confirm the model number and coating on the listing before ordering, since Presto sells several similar-looking 22-inch griddles.
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