Does this thing get hot spots? Does it heat pretty well in between burners?
1017878
Like any pan, it will be hotter where the heat source is, it does disperse pretty well though. I would recommend the lodge cast iron griddle instead. I have both and the lodge is easily my favorite
1017879
I am sorry to say that we are not pleased with this item. We seasoned it per our instructions and everything stuck and even burned. We bought it for our new glass top induction burners. It is a beautiful stainless steel griddle and did cost around $60 but we are very disappointed.
1017880
it does not heat well between burners, it does not clean well and I have found that food sticks no matter how I pre-treat the pan...not particularly happy with the purchase.
1017881
Have not noticed hot spots. It does take awhile to heat completely, so until it does, the space between the burners is "cooler" for a time. Have cooked bacon and eggs many times. Starting with the bacon first, the pan is evenly heated when it's time to put on the eggs.
1017882
This was a gift but it was given by request of someone who did a lot of research
1017883
Yes, I have been very happy with the quality of this griddle. It distributes the heat evenly, cleans up well, is a nice size for large family and is well made.
1017884
We have an electric glass top stove and it is hotter over the burners then between them.
1017885
I bought it for camping so I've only used it on a Coleman twin burner propane stove and on a Coleman propane grill. It distributes heats fairly even but the stove does create two hot spots where the burners are and the grill creates one long hot spot down the middle. I put it on the twin burner stove for making two pancakes at a time and usually put it on the grill for hash browns. That also depends on what else I'm cooking at the same time but I also have 10" and 12" tri-ply stainless sauté pans with single burner stoves too. Overall it doesn't distribute the heat as well as a cast iron griddle but I prefer stainless over cast iron for camping because it's lighter and more maintenance free. I bought it for camping so I've only used it on a Coleman twin burner propane stove and on a Coleman propane grill. It distributes heats fairly even but the stove does create two hot spots where the burners are and the grill creates one long hot spot down the middle. I put it on the twin burner stove for making two pancakes at a time and usually put it on the grill for hash browns. That also depends on what else I'm cooking at the same time but I also have 10" and 12" tri-ply stainless sauté pans with single burner stoves too. Overall it doesn't distribute the heat as well as a... » Read More I bought it for camping so I've only used it on a Coleman twin burner propane stove and on a Coleman propane grill. It distributes heats fairly even but the stove does create two hot spots where the burners are and the grill creates one long hot spot down the middle. I put it on the twin burner stove for making two pancakes at a time and usually put it on the grill for hash browns. That also depends on what else I'm cooking at the same time but I also have 10" and 12" tri-ply stainless sauté pans with single burner stoves too. Overall it doesn't distribute the heat as well as a cast iron griddle but I prefer stainless over cast iron for camping because it's lighter and more maintenance free. « Show Less
1045028
This unit has the burners too close together. You have to use small pans. It does boil water and the secondary burner runs a little hot. I have used this for 4 months and would not purchase it again. I would look for burners that were a little further apart.
862541
I haven't experienced any "hot spots". The screen has a matte finish & is comparable to any full sized screen I've ever used, or sat in front of at a theater.
634176
It heats up very fast. That's never been a problem. The only issue that I've had is dumping the water out without spilling some of it after I'm finishing using it. I usually grill close to the sink.
1391952
I have not had this problem and usually have the heater within 10 feet when I am working or sleeping. I have had this unit over a year and no part of the wood ever seems to get hot. The only hot spot is right in front of the coils. This does get warm depending on the temp it is set on but but I usually just point it towards the main part of a room and that is fine to keep both me and the room warm.
1882388
I use a Bayou Classic High Pressure Cooker, which is a pretty diesel burner. I have had no issues with residual heat- especially because of the welded fitting. I have been using it for the past 6 months or so, a couple times a month, without a problem. I do not even think there are any heat marks on the bottom of the pot- good quality.
2284054
yes the burner stays at a certain keep warm temp once that temp is there it acts as a stove
957272
I haven't had any issues with it on breezy days. The burners are set pretty low and light quick.
527751
It is a heater, yes, it get's hot. It won't burn someone because of the grill front but little fingers might get burned from sticking in between the spaces in the grill. It can be put up high though instead of on the floor.
1815591
I've used mine on a very small portable propane burner and fuel tabs and had no problem with heating and cooking. Just had to watch the heat and make sure to stir because the pans are a little thin and get hot fast. Good set for the price I think.
1687566
The one I bought is the single burner and yes, it gets VERY hot. I purchased another hot plate before buying this one. The other one I bought was garbage. The Waring gets hot enough to fry things beautifully. You certainly would NOT want to touch the plate when it's hot, you would definitely severely burn yourself. Great unit!
952885
I would say No. It's made of a pretty durable plastic,similar to a hard plastic cutting board.It has several little legs on the bottom (approx 1" or so high) that allows it to rest abovethe burners. I'm pretty sure a hot burner would damage it. Hope this helps
773907
I would assume that it would get hot enough but may not have even heat distribution with the burners being spaced apart from each other. The gas grill works well since it seems to have even heat across the grill grates
1720382
Yes, but it is not recommended. When I first got it I did heat it directly on the burner, but I don't anymore
1278449
Yes!!!!! I don't turn on all the burners. It does burn hot, just takes some time figuring it out.
511637
Absolutely! The griddle does a great job of distributing heat evenly over its surface. It's thick enough so that I have not had any trouble with hot spots.
158441
Yes; I do on the smallest burner. It's a great product... you won't be disappointed!