The sandwich maker with 800W power is an excellent addition to your kitchen and a reliable grilling option with the guarantee of Braun. It is spacious and you can toast up to 2 sandwiches simultaneously, while you can also use it as a grill thanks to its plates.
Grill Pan
In addition to being a sandwich maker, it can also be used as a conventional grill to cook meat, vegetables, or fish without needing to dirty additional utensils. The ridged plates provide a uniform color and grilling similar to that of a barbecue.
Fat Collector
It features a built-in fat collector to retain excess liquids, oils, and fats from the foods you grill, making the grilling process healthier and benefiting your body.
Removable plates
The plates are removable, which will make it easier for you to wash and hygienically clean from oils and fats. They are also suitable for cleaning in the dishwasher.
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Perhaps the most beautiful toaster. It toasts perfectly!! Crispy on the outside, melted on the inside. A big plus is the button to turn it on and off without needing to unplug it. Excellent construction.
It comfortably fits 2 large XL toasts, melts the cheese, you can secure the lid for crispy toasted sandwiches or leave it open if you don't want them to turn brown. It has a light that shows when they are ready. The construction is quality. The plates are removable and dishwasher safe. It has a switch. I believe it's the best choice for its price.
I have had it for a few days now, but it is miles better than the previous no name one I had! Very sturdy construction, non-stick plates that come out very easily for cleaning, even cooking, and quick enough not to burn the toast. It can fit 2 large toasts. I will come back after a while if I end up not liking something.
- Excellent build quality
- Satisfactory cable length
- Easily removable plates for cleaning
- On/off switch for those who don't want to plug/unplug it
- Fast and even toasting
In the negatives:
- The closing height is not adjustable and when it closes, it presses the toast too much, causing the cheese to spill out
- I would prefer the toasting to be a bit slower for a crispier result
In conclusion, comparing it to the previous toaster (Izzy Panini 123):
Much higher quality construction, faster toasting, more even, and a huge advantage with the removable plates.
However, the significant disadvantage is the closing height, as it presses the toast too much.
The only way is to not close it completely, but to just touch the top plate and then press it down slightly with your hand.
If it didn't have this disadvantage, I would recommend it without hesitation. Now it requires some thought. Maybe there is a better toaster out there that doesn't have this problem...
Satisfied with its use. It is the same as the De'Longhi, sturdy and high-quality. It has an on/off button, so there is no need to unplug it, and a container to collect the fats.
It is the same as the De'Longhi. For those who do not know, Braun and De'Longhi are the same company.
-There are 4 models.
SM 5000 only with sandwich plates for toast.
SM 5001 only with grill plates (this is our model)
SM 5005 toast and waffle plates
SM 5038 all plates
-The opening of the hinge is fixed. It does not adjust according to the thickness of the food you are cooking, as with other toasters. In short, you cannot cook very thick or very thin foods. The thickness of cooking is 1cm to 1.5cm.
-The preheating time is 4 minutes, timed.
-It has an on/off button, which means you do not need to unplug it.
-It has a tray to collect fats.
-In general, it is fine, with several positive features. However, it is not perfect. For this price, it could have another set of plates and could have a better hinge for flexibility in cooking thickness.
In general, it is the same toaster as the one that is no longer available, just with a different logo/brand. (instead of Delonghi, it is Braun) so whatever reviews were written for that one apply to this one as well: