Our take on the BELLA 1400W Electric NonStick Panini Press & Sandwich Grill (17260)

The BELLA 1400W Panini Press & Sandwich Grill is a countertop contact grill with nonstick coated plates and a hinged top that presses sandwiches flat while both sides cook. The 1400W element heats fast and the floating hinge lets the top plate sit level on thick or thin fillings. It is a simple, single-purpose appliance: no removable plates, no temperature dial and no grill-position lock like many pricier presses offer. It suits people who want quick toasted sandwiches and paninis without spending on a multi-function grill.

Best forQuick toasted sandwiches and paninisSmall kitchens with limited counter spaceStudents and first-apartment cooksCasual lunches and snacks for one or two

Pros

1400W element heats up quickly
Nonstick plates release sandwiches cleanly
Floating hinge presses evenly on thick fillings
Compact footprint stores upright or in a cabinet
Simple operation with no setup

Cons

Questions and answers

How does it compare with a removable-plate panini press?

Removable-plate presses are easier to wash and often add a temperature dial or open-flat grill mode. This one keeps plates fixed and has no dial, so it is simpler and quicker to use but harder to clean thoroughly.

Can I adjust the temperature?

No. It heats to a single setting and relies on you watching the sandwich and lifting the lid when it is browned to your liking.

Does the floating hinge handle thick sandwiches?

Yes. The hinged top plate tilts to sit on uneven fillings, so a stuffed sub or a thick panini presses down without crushing one end.

Can I use it for anything besides sandwiches?

It works for light tasks like warming tortillas or grilling a cheese-topped open sandwich, but the fixed plates and lack of a flat position keep it from replacing a full grill.

How should I clean the plates?

Let the unit cool, then wipe the nonstick surfaces with a damp cloth or paper towel. Do not immerse the appliance in water.

What is in the box?

The panini press itself, with the nonstick plates built in. No extra plates or accessories are included.

BELLA 1400W Electric NonStick Panini Press & Sandwich Grill (17260)

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Our take on the BELLA 1400W Electric NonStick Panini Press & Sandwich Grill (17260)

Best forQuick toasted sandwiches and paninisSmall kitchens with limited counter spaceStudents and first-apartment cooksCasual lunches and snacks for one or two

Pros

1400W element heats up quickly
Nonstick plates release sandwiches cleanly
Floating hinge presses evenly on thick fillings
Compact footprint stores upright or in a cabinet
Simple operation with no setup

Cons

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About the BELLA 1400W Electric NonStick Panini Press & Sandwich Grill (17260)

This BELLA electric panini press and sandwich grill is used to make sandwiches and paninis. It has a nonstick surface and runs on 1400W of power.

Brand: BELLA
Model: 17260
Power: 1400W
Surface: Nonstick
Type: Electric panini press and sandwich grill

Questions and answers

How does it compare with a removable-plate panini press?: Removable-plate presses are easier to wash and often add a temperature dial or open-flat grill mode. This one keeps plates fixed and has no dial, so it is simpler and quicker to use but harder to clean thoroughly.
Can I adjust the temperature?: No. It heats to a single setting and relies on you watching the sandwich and lifting the lid when it is browned to your liking.
Does the floating hinge handle thick sandwiches?: Yes. The hinged top plate tilts to sit on uneven fillings, so a stuffed sub or a thick panini presses down without crushing one end.
Can I use it for anything besides sandwiches?: It works for light tasks like warming tortillas or grilling a cheese-topped open sandwich, but the fixed plates and lack of a flat position keep it from replacing a full grill.
How should I clean the plates?: Let the unit cool, then wipe the nonstick surfaces with a damp cloth or paper towel. Do not immerse the appliance in water.
What is in the box?: The panini press itself, with the nonstick plates built in. No extra plates or accessories are included.