Compare Electric Skillets Side by Side
This tool pulls real manufacturer specs for electric skillets and places them in a single table so you can compare models without jumping between product pages. Select two or more skillets using the checkboxes and the table fills in automatically with the specs that matter most for everyday cooking.
The columns cover cooking surface area in square inches, wattage, maximum temperature, whether the surface is nonstick, the body material, and the footprint dimensions. Cooking surface tells you how much food fits in a single batch. Wattage and max temperature together indicate how fast the skillet heats and how hot it can get, which matters for searing versus low-and-slow braising. The nonstick and material columns help you judge cleanup and durability before you buy.
To get the most from the comparison, start by filtering to the cooking surface size that fits your household. Then sort by max temperature if you need high-heat searing, or by wattage if you are watching energy draw. All specs come directly from manufacturer listings, so read the individual product page for anything not shown in the table.
Comparison table
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| Presto 06857 Electric Skillet | - | 1500 W | - | - | Aluminum | 12 X 20 X 8.1 In | $89.99 |
| Presto 06852 Electric Skillet | - | 1500 W | - | - | Aluminum | 112.12 X 22.25 X 8.5 In | $69.99 |
| Presto FBA_6856 Electric Skillet | - | 1500 W | - | - | Aluminum | 12.25 X 22.25 X 8.25 In | $68.03 |
| Presto 7117 Electric Skillet | - | 1250 W | - | Yes | Non-Stick | 12.13 X 15.75 X 7.58 In | $43.99 |
| Elite Gourmet EG-6203# Electric Skillet | - | 1500 W | - | - | Aluminum, Glass | 3.2 X 16 X 13 In | $59.99 |
| Elite Gourmet EG808 Electric Skillet | - | 600 W | - | - | Tempered Glass | 13.4 X 8.3 X 5.5 In | $26.99 |
| GreenLife CC007884-003 Electric Skillet | - | - | - | - | Ceramic | 12.24 X 15.71 X 7.13 In | $49.99 |
| Elite Gourmet EG2615 Electric Skillet | - | 1500 W | - | - | - | 18.11 X 7.08 X 12.6 In | $69.99 |
| Hamilton Beach 38531 Electric Skillet | - | 1500 W | - | - | Ceramic | 12.5 X 20.5 X 7.5 In | $75.45 |
| Presto 06626 Electric Skillet | - | 1000 W | - | - | Glass | 11 X 4.82 X 7.03 In | $43.46 |
| Brentwood SK46 Electric Skillet | - | 600 W | - | - | Stainless Steel | 8 X 11.5 X 5.25 In | $36.08 |
| Elite Gourmet EG6207 Electric Skillet | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| Bella 35258 Electric Skillet | - | 1200 W | - | - | Stainless Steel | 12.4 X 16.22 X 6.89 In | $49.99 |
| Blue Diamond CC008747-001 Electric Skillet | - | - | - | - | Ceramic | 13.98 X 20.87 X 5.91 In | $49.99 |
| Elite Gourmet EFS059 Electric Skillet | - | 600 W | - | - | - | 13.43 X 7.17 X 5.87 In | $21.99 |
| Amazon Basics AB-121SK Electric Skillet | - | 1200 W | - | - | - | 12.09 X 15.55 X 6.89 In | $32.27 |
| Homecraft Electric Skillet | - | - | - | - | Tempered Glass | 7.9 X 9.05 X 6.8 In | $24.18 |
| Elite Gourmet EG-6203X Electric Skillet | - | 1500 W | - | - | - | 16 X 3.15 X 13 In | $64.99 |
| GreenPan CC005090-001 Electric Skillet | - | 1800 W | - | - | - | 15.47 X 15.47 X 7.87 In | $249.95 |
| Ostba Electric Skillet | - | 1500 W | - | - | Aluminum | 12 X 12 X 2.15 In | $33.99 |
| Moss & Stone EP-SK-11R-BLK Electric Skillet | - | 1200 W | - | - | - | 12 X 15 X 5 In | $32.99 |
| Nuwave Medley XL Electric Skillet | - | 1500 W | - | Yes | Duralon G11 Nonstick Coating | 12.3 X 19.47 X 4.5 In | $97.99 |
| GreenPan CC008789-001 Electric Skillet | - | - | - | - | Ceramic | 13.98 X 20.87 X 5.91 In | $59.99 |
| Koolatron KKSK12G Electric Skillet | - | 1350 W | - | - | Glass,Tempered | 16 X 7 X 12 In | $57.61 |
| Brentwood BTWSK75 Electric Skillet | - | 1400 W | - | - | Alloy Steel | 12.25 X 19.5 X 7.5 In | $54.09 |
Frequently asked questions
What cooking surface area do I need for a family of four?
Most households cooking for four people find that 100 to 120 square inches covers a full pound of ground beef or several chicken thighs in one batch. Skillets under 90 square inches work for one or two servings but require cooking in rounds for larger meals. If counter space allows, going slightly larger gives you more flexibility with pancakes, stir-fries, and one-pan dinners.
Does higher wattage mean the skillet heats faster?
Generally yes, but the relationship is not perfectly linear because surface size also plays a role. A 1500-watt skillet with a large cooking area may heat at about the same rate as a 1200-watt model with a smaller surface. Use wattage as a rough guide and pair it with the max temperature spec to get a fuller picture of how the skillet performs at high heat.
Are all nonstick coatings the same?
No. Manufacturers use different nonstick formulations and the number of coating layers varies by model. The comparison table flags whether a surface is nonstick based on manufacturer claims but does not distinguish between coating types or grades. Check the individual product listing for details on PFOA-free certification or specific coating brands if that matters to your buying decision.
Why do dimensions matter if I only care about the cooking surface?
The outer dimensions of the skillet are often meaningfully larger than the actual cooking surface because of the handles and the sloped side walls. A skillet listed at 120 square inches of cooking surface may measure 16 inches handle-to-handle. Checking the overall footprint prevents a situation where the skillet does not fit on your counter or inside a cabinet.
Where do the specs in the table come from?
Every value shown is sourced from the manufacturer's product listing. We do not estimate or calculate any of the figures. Because manufacturers occasionally update specs without notice, treat the comparison as a starting point and confirm the current specs on the retailer or manufacturer page before purchasing.