bella Classic Rotating Belgian Waffle Maker with Nonstick Plates, Removable Drip Tray, Adjustable Browning Control and Cool Touch Handles, Black

Reliable, Crispy Waffles — Easy to Use and Clean I’ve been using this waffle maker since October 2024 (at least monthly), and it has held up extremely well. It still works like new and consistently produces great results. What I Like: * Crisps waffles nicely with an even golden brown finish * Adjustable browning lets you dial in your preference * Nonstick plates work very well — easy release and cleanup * Durable — holds up to regular use * Great value for the price How I Use It: I primarily use this for sourdough waffles, and it handles the batter beautifully. For best results, I use a measuring spoon to fill the waffle chamber—this helps prevent overflow and keeps everything neat. Tips: * Don’t overfill — a measured scoop makes a big difference * If making multiple batches, consistency in portioning keeps results even Downsides: If you overfill, batter can spill into the outer crevices, which takes a little extra effort to clean. That said, the nonstick surface does make cleanup manageable. Final Thoughts: This is a dependable waffle maker that delivers consistent, crispy results without fuss. It’s a solid choice for a household that uses it regularly and wants good performance at a reasonable price.

I've made waffles for 45 years now. Growing up it was Bisquick on my folks' standard waffle iron, and with that we always sprayed the iron. On my own, and then with my wife of 26 years, it's been scratch waffles--originally wheat-based, now gluten- and dairy-free (a fantastic recipe, by the way, that no gluten-or-dairy-eater will detect!). In the scratch waffles, we've always included butter (1/4 c in the current recipe). This completely eliminated the need for any spray--making cooking easier and avoiding any buildup on the classic Toastmaster iron we've used for ~34y (it still works great; we just wanted more capacity for guests). The butter-in-the-batter approach (and recipe) work perfectly on the Bella iron. As for performance, it went from a cold kitchen (63° , 17.2° C) to ready-light illuminated (on the darkest setting) in 3min 4s. I then wait ~10s to flip it. The ready light illuminated after 3min 12s of cooking. I wait until 4min 30s to get it extra dark (see photo). (And note in the picture, the oblong "spots" you see throughout are pumpkin seeds that I sprinkle on the iron before adding the batter. I add them, then close the lid for 10-15s to let them toast a bit, and then pour the batter over them.) Reheat time between batches is very quick. (I didn't time it, but it was so fast that I ended up turning the iron off between batches so I could enjoy one before cooking another!) As for design, I think that's what compelled me to write this review. They've covered the bases in my opinion. Storage volume: 14" (35.6cm) long, 4.5" (11.4cm) wide, 8.75" (22.2cm) high (with handle down, and including where cord sticks out ~1" (2.5cm). The drip plate is smartly held in place by the 4 little ribs (see photo) that secure it in place on the base. It does a great job of catching drips--which I tend to have because I want a full waffle :)--see photos. For storage, the drip plate slides into 2 groove on the sides, and one in the base (see photos). The waffles measure 6.5" (16.8cm) across, and approx 7/8" (2.2cm) thick. Mine are crispy on the outside and tender inside. The first iron we bought in our quest for more capacity (the Hamilton Beach Belgian Style Waffle Maker - 26025) was a cleanup disaster!!! We did one batch, and after spending 40 or more min cleaning it up--I added too much batter--I immediately returned it. If I overfill the Bella, it simply bubbles out the side and drips on the drip plate. And whatever is left on the outside of the grill itself--which is hot--just cooks and then comes off cleanly. Fantastic!! After use, I brushed off a few crumbs, let it cool, washed the drip plate, and put it away! Last word: if you're in a quandary regarding classic/traditional vs. Belgian, if you like them on the darker side, the former will give you a waffle that's crisper throughout--the center of the Belgian will be softer. But the Belgian is still nicely crisp outside. And don't be fooled by the size: the Belgian uses ~50% more batter per waffle than our 7" Toastmaster classic iron. So it takes fewer waffles to call it a meal (which also shortens the overall process).

I waited to write this review until I had used this waffle maker a few times. Today was the 10th time and so far, this waffle maker has worked perfectly! It's easy to load, close, flip and open again! It does a beautiful job making waffles have a slight crunch on the outside while being soft on the inside- it's making waffles as good as at any restaurant or hotel breakfast we have ever experienced. It has a "lighter-darker" dial so you can adjust to get exactly the waffle you want. My pictures show waffles made with the dial set on 2 spaces from the end in the Darker side. These are full size, BIG waffles- the pictures attached show the waffles on a standard dinner plate for reference. Be sure to not use spray non stick oil like PAM on this as it does cause issues in the plates and this is also mentioned in the instructions. I use a basting brush and a touch of olive oil to brush the plates before adding the mix. Overall I feel like it's a good price for a good product. No complaints from me 🙂

The products works great but the assembly process seems sloppy. The entire top plate of the waffle maker (the part the handle is attached to) is very wobbly. The fact that you can fold in the handle for better storage is nice but the con was, it never truly locked in place. Overall, the size and consistency of the waffles was great! Though, I don’t see a way to detach the plates to fully wash and clean them so cleaning was a hassle. The whole waffle maker gets hot as well so please be careful when turning it on around children and pets as they can/will burn themselves just by touching the outside out of curiosity.

This waffle maker has quickly earned a special place in my kitchen. The sleek stainless-steel look is modern and clean, and it’s surprisingly compact for a rotating model—perfect if you don’t want cluttered countertops. But gorgeous looks aside, it delivers on what matters most: golden, evenly cooked Belgian waffles every time. The non-stick surface makes removing waffles a breeze, and the drip tray cleans up easily. Despite being priced more affordably than many competitors, it performs just as well—truly a great value for what it does. It’s made weekday breakfasts feel both effortless and delicious—love it!

Bought this as a Christmas gift for fiance and have used it myself. Wonderful waffles and other goodies can be made with it.

Non-stick makes for easy clean-up. We have found that cook straight on the plates allows for crispier waffles. I was using cooking spray at first but the waffles stayed soft no matter how long I kept them on there. This makes large waffles, a good serving size is half of one of these waffles. This is so easy to use that my 14 and 8 year old can make waffles on their own.

I bought this when my old one fell apart. I liked the style of my old one but wanted to get a new one from a different manufacturer. This one shipped quickly and came nicely packed and in my price range. After using it three or four times I noticed the green ready button on the lid was poping up. The one side of the button had broke off. I don't know how this happened since it goes from the counter to the cupboard and I'm the only one using it. It was never miss used. I was able to remove the whole button cover revealing a wire and tiny light bulb all intact. I went back to read more reviews and sure enough there was a video showing the same problem. I made the decision to keep the waffle maker since it was working fine and liked it.I ended up gluing the button on permenently and its been fine ever since. I wouldn't let this be the only reason to not purchase it, just keep it in mind. I'm sure I could've returned it but it didn't seem to be worth the trouble. You be the Judge.

The lid is wobbly. I don't know if it's common for all items but mine i

I had been looking for a good waffle maker and this can be said about BELLA Classic. It’s very easy to use –the nonstick plates work perfectly, and the waffles don’t stick at all. I also love the adjustable browning control, which allows me to make either softer or crispier waffles. The rotating mechanism helps distribute the batter evenly, so the waffles come out perfectly shaped. The removable drip tray is a great addition, making cleanup much easier. One thing to keep in mind is that you need to measure the batter correctly to avoid overflow, but after a few tries, it’s easy to get it right. Overall, I’m very happy with this purchase. The waffles turn out delicious and fluffy. Highly recommend! 😊💕

Máquina ótima! Tudo funciona muito bem. Único ponto de atenção é que a lateral do waffle não aquece de forma uniforme. Precisa deixar mais tempo pra ficar dourado.

Eine schlechte Erfahrung, die ich je gemacht habe. Ersten wurde FALSCHES MODELL geliefert(wollte mit Temperaturregler, kam aber ohne). Ware würde dann von mir komplett zurückgegeben. Die Rücksendung musste von mir zur Hälfte getragen werden. Vor ein paar Tagen kam zur Überraschung noch eine Zollrechnung über die Ware, denn das Gerät wurde aus USA verschickt. Finde ich ziehmlich ärgerlich.

Hay que dejar que caliente bien y seguir las instrucciones si es la primera vez que la usas ya luego te volverás una experta