will i really be missing out if i get this version instead of the double Decker version waring has ( 2 waffles at once) ? i am officially thinking about buying this due to none whishey washy reviews. seems like every other model have all these mixed reviews an they make my head spin! but this one doesn't have any horrible reviews. will i really be missing out if i get this version instead of the double Decker version waring has ( 2 waffles at once) ? i am officially thinking about buying this due to none whishey washy... » Read More will i really be missing out if i get this version instead of the double Decker version waring has ( 2 waffles at once) ? i am officially thinking about buying this due to none whishey washy reviews. seems like every other model have all these mixed reviews an they make my head spin! but this one doesn't have any horrible reviews. « Show Less
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This does not take long to cook a waffle at all. I would think there would be very little advantage into being able to make 2 at once. This one is superb. Best waffles I have ever had.
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I purchased the waring pro about 9 months ago, and I'm very pleased with my purchase.
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I picked this one for basically the same reason you have stated, all positive reviews. It makes waffles pretty quick, so I don't think having the double decker is that important unless you are feeding 8 or 10 people.
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No Pam...best waffle iron I have purchased. and 1st one to truly not need pam or anything else and I have had 5 or 6 different waffle irons.
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Mrs. R: there is a presto limited warranty on this product.quote.... If there be any defects in material or workmanship during the first year after purchase, we will repair or replace it at our option. they go on to tell what you should do if you do have a concern. We love our maker, it makes great waffles. We ordered the batter mix from amazon too. it is excellent!
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I just placed an order for the front top heater (ABA80-17500U), through encompass parts. Says it's not in stock and will ship first week in November. We'll see what happens! My bulb is actually broken. Not even sure how this happened but my waffles are not browning. They're warm and edible but don't have that brown crust that I like to see. And honestly I have no idea why I need to see that! Wish me luck. I'll let you know what happens!
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I don't think you could have been reading all the reviews. . . . There are many, many by people who are only replacing their Faberware perkers because they finally gave out -- after 25 years. I've had mine for about 15 years, now shopping for one for my daughter who's moving into her first apartment. I hate turning on the stove in the morning unnecessarily, so I stick to electric. Seriously, you seem to have had a string of bad luck, but I've been recommending Faberware machines to friends for years and have never heard a complaint about them in return.
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Hello Vonda, it is funny Amazon wanted me to give you feedback on biscuits, Just the other day when I looked in my pantry I thought about making them. The only differences is I was going to use Pamela's all purpose pancake and waffle flour(the flour in the yellow bag) I love Pamela's all purpose flours. Only one time did I have a total flop. Please let me know how your biscuits turn out, if you can.
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definitely buy from the Aretha Frankenstein seller, not the re seller. I think it's cheaper and probably fresher. I would ask them before you bought, but I have some waffle mix that I bought a few months ago, and it expires in November
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We have had 2 WMK300A waffle makers. Best waffles we ever had but they last about 1 year. We were paying $80 for them. For $60 I may try one again. Be sure to keep you warranty paperwork
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I'll try! My original classic grater seems to have been different than what is offered now. It had a reversible handle (so it was easier for lefties) and I'm pretty sure it had two barrels, however, it was new 10 or so years ago and I think I purchased it at a Pampered Chef party...perhaps they have a special design. It looks to me like the main difference between the classic and restaurant style offered on Amazon is the size of the hopper and the bulk of the plastic it is made from. I went with the restaurant style for exactly those two reasons...we like a lot of cheese AND we use it a lot. The original grater was great (pardon the pun) but the handle did eventually break. It's just a few dollars more and well worth it. In my experience they are only good for hard cheeses and chocolate...I think that is what they were designed for. One hint, if you are grating and there is still cheese in the hopper, but it seems like it's not working efficiently...open the hopper and turn the cheese over so it's grating against a flat edge instead of a rounded one and viola! it's cranking out the grated cheese like crazy. Let me know if you have any specific questions.
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Perfect for both;use judgment on how you like the waffles and donot add too much oil or margarine
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The lowest speed was too fast for me. You cannot possibly premix with it. The batter would fly all around :). I thought that the mixer was also a bit too heavy to hold. Another reason for me to return it is that I didn't feel in control of the mixing process. I wonder if it may have been due to the fact that the mixer is heavy..... Please let me know if you have more questions.
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if it's any help, I just checked the B&D; applicance website, and the G48TD (the other one listed at Amazon) is the only griddle/waffle iron listed. It also its the best seller on Amazon over this one.... (perhaps this one is a typo from the one seller offering it???) http://www.blackanddeckerappliances.com/products/cookers-and-steamers/waffle-makers.aspx
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I do believe that they are the same. 1.3 H.P. DC Motor which Is I understand it uses a gear drive mechanism. Believe it or not the next step up is a Hobart 5 Qt. mixer with a 1/3 H.P motor. I am not sure why the motors are rated like this. Last I knew the Hobart used bely drive and still has to be turned off to switch gears of which there are only three. It will however low through just about anything without complaint all day every day. Bagel dough is one of the hardest doughs on a mixer. I wouldn't recommend using this as the primary mixer in a Bagel Shop, but other than that the Hobart 5 Qt. is a classic beast of a machine and you will find that the 3 speeds are all you really knead:) The only issue is the cost. you can buy 3 Kitchen Aid mixers for the price of one Hobart 5-quart. So I guess it would all depend on what you do with the mixer and how often you do it. Hobart mixers go up in size to the point where you could fit a person in the mixing bowl. Even though the Kitchen Aid says it is "Commercial" it isn't really when put up against the same size of Hobart mixer (same manufacturer, Hobart Corp makes Kitchen Aid). So decide on how much money you want to spend and get the Hobart if you can do so without putting to much strain on your pocket, you will not be sorry. I have used them in Commercial Kitchens for 30+ years and they are the standard by which all other mixers are measured. Although other manufacturers make soma great mixers to be sure, it is my opinion that there is nothing like a Hobart mixer for function and day in and day out durability. Hobart's are also easy to get parts for and fix if some does ever go wrong. You can also look into used/refurbished Hobart's without much worry as to their ability as long as they are bought by a Certified Hobart Reseller or someone you trust and who knows the history of the machine. Best of luck and happy mixing...
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I did while it worked. The handle broke after about 6 months of twice-weekly use. Don't buy this one. Instead get the Waring double waffle maker. This one is sturdy, makes two waffles at a time, and I anticipate using it for years to come.
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Hi Patdownsouth! Thanks - I did end up buying it and am quite happy with it. You're right, there are some major errors with some of the recipe (check out that water content for the 1lb raisin bread) and I'm still looking for a really good whole wheat recipe with seeds/nuts. The two paddles do work well. Mine does have three settings (1-1.5lb, 2lb, and 2.5lb) and it beeps in the middle of the cycle (which is not in the manual, and I need to look next time it does to figure out where in the cycle it is) and I assume that's for adding nuts/seeds/fruit. It is definitely much better than my 14 year old Zo! Hi Patdownsouth! Thanks - I did end up buying it and am quite happy with it. You're right, there are some major errors with some of the recipe (check out that water content for the 1lb raisin bread) and I'm still looking for a really good whole wheat recipe with seeds/nuts. The two paddles do work well. Mine does have three settings (1-1.5lb, 2lb, and 2.5lb) and it beeps in the middle of the cycle (which is not in the manual, and I need to look next time it does to figure out where in the cycle it is) and I assume that's for adding nuts/seeds/fruit. It is definitely much better than my 14... » Read More Hi Patdownsouth! Thanks - I did end up buying it and am quite happy with it. You're right, there are some major errors with some of the recipe (check out that water content for the 1lb raisin bread) and I'm still looking for a really good whole wheat recipe with seeds/nuts. The two paddles do work well. Mine does have three settings (1-1.5lb, 2lb, and 2.5lb) and it beeps in the middle of the cycle (which is not in the manual, and I need to look next time it does to figure out where in the cycle it is) and I assume that's for adding nuts/seeds/fruit. It is definitely much better than my 14 year old Zo! « Show Less
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if it's any help, I just checked the B&D applicance website, and the G48TD (the other one listed at Amazon) is the only griddle/waffle iron listed. It also its the best seller on Amazon over this one.... (perhaps this one is a typo from the one seller offering it???) http://www.blackanddeckerappliances.com/products/cookers-and-steamers/waffle-makers.aspx
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The one I have makes five waffles at a time. I know nothing about a mini version. My grandsons love the waffles and they tell me they are the best waffles they have ever had.