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Quick verdict
Choose the Blackstone 22-Inch E-Series Electric Griddle if you want 358 sq in, room for 6 to 8 smash burger patties simultaneously. Choose the Cuisinart GR-300WS Griddler Elite if you'd rather have full-open flat griddle mode at 400°F+ for consistent searing. Overall we rank the Blackstone 22-Inch E-Series Electric Griddle higher: #1 versus #2 in our Best Griddles for Smash Burgers list.
Winner overall: Blackstone 22-Inch E-Series Electric Griddle
Blackstone 22-Inch E-Series Electric Griddle vs Cuisinart GR-300WS Griddler Elite compared
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Bottom line
Choose the Blackstone 22-Inch E-Series Electric Griddle if you want 358 sq in, room for 6 to 8 smash burger patties simultaneously. Choose the Cuisinart GR-300WS Griddler Elite if you'd rather have full-open flat griddle mode at 400°F+ for consistent searing. Overall we rank the Blackstone 22-Inch E-Series Electric Griddle higher: #1 versus #2 in our Best Griddles for Smash Burgers list.
Best OverallBlackstone
Blackstone 22-inch E-Series for the most surface and highest sustained temperature. Its case rests on 358 sq in, room for 6 to 8 smash burger patties simultaneously and dual independent zones: mainta in high heat on one side while warming buns on the other.
- 358 sq in
- Dual heating zones
- 400°F+
- Blackstone
✓ Pros
- Full-open flat griddle mode at 400°F+ for consistent searing
- Dishwasher-safe removable plates, fat cleanup after smash burgers is easy
Best CuisinartCuisinart
Cuisinart Griddler for households that want griddle and grill in one with easy cleanup.
- Reversible plates
- Grill and griddle
- Dishwasher safe
- Cuisinart
✓ Pros
- Reversible dishwasher-safe plates: flat griddle on one side, ridged grill on the other
- Versatile, griddle, grill, panini press, and full-open flat
✕ Cons
- 200 sq in per side (400 sq in total open)
FAQ
Common questions
Which is better, the Blackstone 22-Inch E-Series Electric Griddle or the Cuisinart GR-300WS Griddler Elite?
Choose the Blackstone 22-Inch E-Series Electric Griddle if you want 358 sq in, room for 6 to 8 smash burger patties simultaneously. Choose the Cuisinart GR-300WS Griddler Elite if you'd rather have full-open flat griddle mode at 400°F+ for consistent searing. Overall we rank the Blackstone 22-Inch E-Series Electric Griddle higher: #1 versus #2 in our Best Griddles for Smash Burgers list.
What is the difference between the Blackstone 22-Inch E-Series Electric Griddle and the Cuisinart GR-300WS Griddler Elite?
The Blackstone 22-Inch E-Series Electric Griddle stands out because 358 sq in, room for 6 to 8 smash burger patties simultaneously, while the Cuisinart GR-300WS Griddler Elite stands out because full-open flat griddle mode at 400°F+ for consistent searing.
Who should buy the Cuisinart GR-300WS Griddler Elite instead of the Blackstone 22-Inch E-Series Electric Griddle?
The Cuisinart GR-300WS Griddler Elite suits smash burgers, while the Blackstone 22-Inch E-Series Electric Griddle is best for buyers who want the best overall package.
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