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Cuisinart Countertop Griddler - GR-4

Abt Model: GR4
 Discontinued Product
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Cuisinart Countertop Griddler
Cuisinart Countertop Griddler - GR4/ Nonstick Grill/ Knob Selector/ Light Indicator/ Temperature Controls/ Cleaning/Scraping Tool Included
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Cuisinart™ Countertop Griddler™, Model GR4

The Cuisinart™ Griddler™ makes "multifunctional" an understatement! Make perfect panini... plus! With four separate cooking options, it can handle everything from pancakes to sausages to grilled cheese to steaks, hamburgers and panini. It helps you prepare more servings of more kinds of food in less time, so you can cook for a crowd -- no one has to wait!

Simply change the cooking plates and adjust the floating hinge to use the Griddler as a Contact Grill, a Panini Press, or your choice of an extra-large double Open Grill or Griddle.

Features:

  • Contact grill, panini press, flat grill and griddle
  • Removable, nonstick grill and griddle plates
  • Cooking plates drain grease for healthy cooking
  • Hinged, floating cover adjusts to thickness of food
  • Selector knob with “power on” indicator light
  • Two adjustable temperature controls with indicator lights
  • Brushed stainless steel and cool-touch housing
  • Two drip cups
  • Cleaning/scraping tool
  • Instruction/Recipe book

Approximate Weights:

  • Shipping: 14 lbs.

Warranty Information:

  • Manufacturer Warranty (authorized online retailer): Limited 3-year

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Product Review Summary
4.5 (based on 21 reviews)
86% of respondents would recommend this to a friend. 
Pros
  • Easy To Clean (14)
  • Easy To Use (8)
  • Heats Up Quickly (7)
  • Portable (7)
  • Consistent Results (6)
  • Fast (6)
Cons
  • N/A
Best Uses
  • Anytime (8)
  • Meats (4)
  • Brunch (3)
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4.0
Better than George Foreman
Reviewed by Susan and Luke (Avid Cook) from Wisconsin on Jan 27, 2010
Verified Buyer
BOTTOM LINE Yes, I would recommend this to a friend.
Since receiving the appliance, I have grilled hamburgers, pork chops, and chicken breasts. We made pancakes and paninis. The grill and griddle plates remove easily for washing. The surface heats up quickly and evenly. I much prefer this product over my old George Foreman and recommend switching over.
Pros: Even Heat, Easy to Start, Durable, Easy To Clean
Best Uses: Meats
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4.0
Great product for the price
Reviewed by John (Casual Cook) from IL on Jan 18, 2010
Verified Buyer
BOTTOM LINE Yes, I would recommend this to a friend.
Have owned this for 3 weeks and so far have been using it to cook hamburgers, chicken, hot dogs and grilled cheese (still need to try the griddle plates). The bottom grill seems to get hotter than the top, so make sure you flip what you're cooking if you're using it as a press. Does an excellent job of draining grease. Very easy to clean while it's still hot.
Pros: Easy To Clean, Easy to Start, Lots of Space, Durable
Best Uses: Meats, Barbeque
Cons: Uneven Heat
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4.0
Good Product
Reviewed by Floyd the Nose Picker (Avid Cook) from Somewhere in the 'Dale on Jan 18, 2010
Verified Buyer
BOTTOM LINE Yes, I would recommend this to a friend.
Makes it nice to be able to grill inside when the weather is not so nice outside. I've only used it for grilling a couple of time and it has worked quite well. I plan on trying to cook pancakes on it for my grandkids soon and see how that works.
Pros: Easy To Clean
Best Uses: Meats
Cons: Uneven Heat
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5.0
A Pleasure To Use and CLEAN!
Reviewed by Sugarmack (Avid Cook) from California on Jun 09, 2009
Verified Buyer
BOTTOM LINE Yes, I would recommend this to a friend.
This product is great as I use just a small corner of my prep counter to cook food with no mess on my cooktop area. I can easily reach the heat selection at any time to control heat for any specific food requirement. Makes the easiest and quickest grilled cheese/panini sandwiches. Great effortless cleanup.
Pros: Durable, Lots of Space, Even Heat, Easy to Start, Easy To Clean
Best Uses: Effortless dropped scones
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4.0
Just what i was lokking for.
Reviewed by zatoichi (Rarely Cook) from IL on Mar 16, 2009
Verified Buyer
BOTTOM LINE Yes, I would recommend this to a friend.
I was looking for something easy to use and clean. This is. i wanted to be abe to quickly cook up some burgers and pork chops, things like that and this is perfect. It did set off my smoke alarm the first time I used it, before anything was cooking. This was annoying but hasn't happened since.
Pros: Easy to Start, Even Heat, Lots of Space, Easy To Clean, Durable
Best Uses: Meats
Cons: Set off my smoke alarm th
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5.0
Love It!
Reviewed by Val (Grilling Enthusiast) from Ankeny, IA on Feb 19, 2009
Verified Buyer
BOTTOM LINE Yes, I would recommend this to a friend.
We use this several times a week to cook our meats in a healthier way. It is fast, convenient and easy to use & clean up.
Pros: Easy To Clean, Portable, Heats Up Quickly, Easy To Use
Best Uses: For Self/Couple
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5.0
I bought two more for gifts. Great produ
Reviewed by Grandpa Jack (Casual Cook) from Stone Mountain, GA on Jan 27, 2009
Verified Buyer
BOTTOM LINE Yes, I would recommend this to a friend.
Better than I expected. Bought two more for gifts.
Best Uses: Brunch, Continental Breakfasts
Pros: Consistent Results, Fast, Non-Stick, Adjustable
Cons: Needs waffle grill plate
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5.0
Wow, Great all around machine.
Reviewed by Mustangwilly (Avid Cook) from Banning, CA on Jan 19, 2009
Verified Buyer
BOTTOM LINE Yes, I would recommend this to a friend.
Great for panini's, grilling burgers or steaks, haven't tried bkfast yet. Love the temp control knob, ease of cleaning and changing from griller to griddle. Overall, it's a great multi-tasker.
Best Uses: Continental Breakfasts, Brunch, Whole Wheat Batters
Pros: Fast, Consistent Results, Adjustable, Non-Stick
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5.0
Better than I expected
Reviewed by Lulu130 (Casual Cook) from Las Vegas on Jan 12, 2009
Verified Buyer
BOTTOM LINE Yes, I would recommend this to a friend.
It's very easy to take apart to clean. If you don't use fat or cooking spray, the crevices in the griddle are hard to clean.
Pros: Adjustable, Fast, Consistent Results
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4.0
Good Deal
Reviewed by john (Avid Cook) from Beaumont ca on Dec 22, 2008
Verified Buyer
BOTTOM LINE Yes, I would recommend this to a friend.
most anything that you would cook on the BBQ and on the grill
Best Uses: Cooking meatburgers, Brunch
Pros: Small footprint, Consistent Results, Adjustable, Non-Stick, Fast, Easy to clean
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5.0
Cuisinart GR4
Reviewed by n/a (Avid Griller) from New York on Sep 04, 2008
Verified Buyer
BOTTOM LINE Yes, I would recommend this to a friend.
sandwiches.panninis or grilling ..it doesnt matter
Pros: Easy To Use, Easy To Clean, Portable, Heats Up Quickly
Best Uses: Weekend Cooking, Anytime
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5.0
Cuisinart has done it again
Reviewed by islandsuz (Occasional Griller) from Corpus Christi,TX on May 26, 2008
Verified Buyer
BOTTOM LINE Yes, I would recommend this to a friend.
It is fast and easy to use
Best Uses: Anytime
Pros: Heats Up Quickly, Easy To Clean, Easy To Use
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4.0
Great! Temp contls good & cleans easy.
Reviewed by Jerseygirl48 (Beginner Griller) from New Jersey on Mar 19, 2008
Verified Buyer
BOTTOM LINE Yes, I would recommend this to a friend.
Nice heavy press. Controls in front for ease. Nice looking enough to leave on counter. Informing cookbook comes with.
Pros: Easy To Use, Easy To Clean, Heats Up Quickly, Portable
Best Uses: Flat and ripple grills., Anytime
Cons: Hvy duty. Nice on counter
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4.0
I would buy it again
Reviewed by rookie (Beginner Griller) from barrington,il on Mar 03, 2008
Verified Buyer
BOTTOM LINE Yes, I would recommend this to a friend.
works great
Best Uses: Anytime
Pros: Easy To Clean, Portable
Cons: Heats Up Slowly
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5.0
It's A Good Buy for Your Buck
Reviewed by Jimmy (Occasional Griller) from Laughlin Nevada on Feb 25, 2008
Verified Buyer
BOTTOM LINE Yes, I would recommend this to a friend.
This is another product by Cuisinart that fulfills everything written about it.
Best Uses: Anytime
Pros: Portable, Easy To Use, Easy To Clean, Heats Up Quickly
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4.0
Fantastic Panini Press
Reviewed by Boston Chef (Avid Griller) from Boston, Ma on Jan 01, 2008
Verified Buyer
BOTTOM LINE Yes, I would recommend this to a friend.
I was looking for a Panini press only, and this is the best I have used. This product is not advertised as mainly a panini press, but it is great!
Pros: Easy To Use, Heats Up Quickly
Cons: Not easy to clean
Best Uses: Panini Press, Anytime
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5.0
Outstanding Product!
Reviewed by Patrick (Avid Griller) from Calimesa, CA on Dec 31, 2007
Verified Buyer
BOTTOM LINE Yes, I would recommend this to a friend.
This product's weight is both a strength and a weakness. Being heavier than other models makes it more difficult move which means it will spend a great deal of time on the counter. However, its weight is what helps it retain heat and recover after food is added - a must for a serious grillers. Its attractive, stainless steel finish and classic design makes it suitable for full-time counter duty.
Best Uses: Anytime
Cons: Bulky, Heavier than other models
Pros: Easy To Clean, Very Versitle, Portable, Easy To Use, Maintains heat
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5.0
Finally - - a winner
Reviewed by Usn (Occasional Griller) from Fairhope, AL on Dec 28, 2007
Verified Buyer
BOTTOM LINE Yes, I would recommend this to a friend.
Have tried various indoor grills but none fully met my needs until I found the Cuisinart GR4. Perfect - easy to use, multi functional and very simple to clean.
Best Uses: Anytime
Pros: Easy To Use, Heats Up Quickly, Easy To Clean, Portable
Cons: None
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2.0
Just not deep enough
Reviewed by Lora (Avid Cook) from Walker, LA on Sep 26, 2007
Verified Buyer
BOTTOM LINE No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
Everything seemed great about this product, EXCEPT: The manual was vague about cooking temperatures and times. If this was a new cook they would be confused about that and possibly undercook or overcook their food. ALSO, the grids are not deep enough when you cook 4 burgers at a time in the contact part of the grill (not flipped open, but both sides of the meat have contact with the grates on the top and bottom of the grill at the same time). There is one teeny, tiny place for the grease to drip out. That is not enough because the grease drips and spills out on all 4 sides and on to the counter making it a bummer to have to clean. After using this for 1 week we sent it back. If the grids are improved, we would be interested in purchasing it because of all of the pro's this machine has to offer.
Best Uses: Dorm Rooms, Simple Meals
Pros: Great price, High quality, Great color, Good construction
Cons: Hard to Clean
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4.0
Simply to use
Reviewed by D.T. (Avid Cook) from Beaverton, OR on Nov 28, 2006
Verified Buyer
Cooking for a small family this is unit is great. Easy removal of cooking plates, not heavy like the griddle on my stove. I can cook breakfast next to the table and have hot food. Drip cups need to attachable not just sitting on the counter I hopes you don't move them when frying bacon, or sny other juicy or greasy item.
Cons: Drip cups messy
Pros: Fast, Consistent Results, Non-Stick
Best Uses: Griddled Sandwiches
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4.0
Excellent
Reviewed by Paula (Avid Cook) from New York on Nov 03, 2006
Verified Buyer
I like this Cuisinart much better than the George Forman grill. The top is adjustable so even thicker cuts of meat are cooked evenly. The removable grill pans come off for easy and quick cleaning. They can also be put in the dishwasher. The unit heats up in a respectable amount of time (no faster or slower than the Forman) You do have to be careful when lifting the top lid. The sides of the handle get very hot. All in all I think I'm going to use this a lot more than I used the George Forman. It is more versatile
Pros: Adjustable, Consistent Results, Non-Stick, Fast
Cons: Side handle gets very hot
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