Best Broil King Electric Griddle: Which One Is Worth Buying?

Here is the ranked shortlist at a glance, with the Broil King models set against the alternatives that shoppers most often compare them with.

Not in the way the name suggests. The broilking.com griddle collection lists grill-fit cast iron and steel plates, a plancha, and accessories, but no electric countertop griddle. The PCG-10 and PCG-5 are 120v electric countertop griddles sold under the BroilKing name through retailers, and they do not appear on the maker's own griddle page.

Cook's Country has noted that its earlier winning BroilKing electric griddle was discontinued or redesigned, so the PCG-10's current production status is uncertain. Check stock before you plan around it.

We also looked for an electric USG-10 and a GRD550, the other models shoppers ask about, and found no electric versions of either. We left them out rather than review something we cannot confirm exists. That is why this guide has two Broil King models, not three.

We score every griddle on five things: how evenly it heats, how good the nonstick coating is, how well it handles grease, how easy it is to clean and store, and how likely the controls are to last.

Heat evenness and controller life carry the most weight, because a griddle that cooks unevenly or quits early is a poor buy at any price. Cleanup and storage come next. Price tier decides ties.

Rating numbers on this page are our own judgments on a five-point scale. We do not quote store star ratings.

1. Broil King PCG-10 Professional Portable Griddle: Best Overall Broil King

Key specs

The PCG-10 has a 21 x 12 inch cooking surface and measures 29 inches wide, 12.5 inches deep, and 5.5 inches high, so measure your counter and cabinet before you order. Heat is adjustable, but published specifications disagree on whether the maximum is 400 F or 425 F. The maker does not publish wattage for this exact model, so we do not state a figure. The base can be immersed once you remove the temperature probe, and the rear legs flip down to tilt the surface so grease runs off.

Who it suits

Pick the PCG-10 if you cook big weekend breakfasts, value fast wipe-down cleanup, and have counter space for a 29 inch appliance. It sits firmly in the premium tier.

2. Presto 07061 22-Inch Electric Griddle: Best Alternative (Best Value)

The Presto gives up some surface to the PCG-10 on paper, but the 22-inch footprint is just as useful for a family breakfast. What you gain is simpler storage, a lower price, and a tray you can pull out and empty without the whole griddle tilting. Treat that drip tray gently, because it is the fragile part.

The PCG-10 has one sibling in the electric lineup, and it is a close match on size and shape.

The PCG-5 has cool-touch handles and a removable grease tray, but unlike the PCG-10 it has no backsplash. We would only buy it if it is meaningfully cheaper than the PCG-10 on the day you shop, because it offers no advantage that we could confirm.

If the Broil King name matters less to you than the cooking, two more griddles are worth a look, one indoor and one outdoor.

The Cuisinart is the pick when you want one appliance to griddle, grill, and sear. It preheats in about 7 minutes, sears steaks evenly, and its plates go in the dishwasher. The catch is that the top hinge spring and ball bearing wear within about a year of twice-weekly use, so it suits lighter use.

The Blackstone 1666 runs on propane and belongs outdoors, so it is not a true swap for an electric model. It cooks evenly on a compact footprint, but the all-in-one stand has weak legs, and wind guards help on a breezy patio. If you want an electric Blackstone, see our best Blackstone electric griddle guide.

How the two Broil King models stack up against the best alternatives we compared. Cells marked not published are details we could not confirm for that exact model.

The right griddle depends less on brand than on five practical details. We weigh them in this order.

Surface size and capacity

Count the pancakes you want in one go. Six to eight covers a family of four, and both the PCG-10 and the Presto manage it. A bigger surface also means a bigger footprint: the PCG-10 is 29 inches wide, while the Presto's detachable handles let it fit a standard 18-inch cabinet.

Temperature control and even heating

This is the spec that matters most and the one spec sheets hide. A dial setting tells you little about whether one side of the surface runs hotter than the other. Look at how the heating element is laid out, and check an empty griddle with a thermometer before you trust it with a full batch.

Non-stick coating and durability

Ceramic coatings are common now, and the better ones are PFAS-free. They vary a lot from unit to unit, so expect some griddles to stay nonstick for years while others wear sooner. Wooden or silicone tools and hand washing give any coating the best odds.

Drip tray and cleanup

Cleanup decides whether you use a griddle twice a week or twice a year. The PCG-10's flip-down legs tilt the surface toward a large, removable tray that keeps grease off the counter. A brittle plastic tray, as on the Presto, works fine until it is dropped.

Wattage and preheat time

Higher wattage means faster preheating and better recovery when cold batter hits the surface. The Cuisinart is rated at 1800 watts and preheats in about 7 minutes. Several griddles, including the PCG-10 and Presto, do not publish wattage for the exact model, so judge them by the results rather than the number.

The first mistake is buying on the name. Broil King makes excellent grills, but the electric griddles that carry the BroilKing name are sold through retailers, and the lineup has shifted over the years. Confirm the exact model, stock, and warranty before you pay.

The second is ignoring footprint. A 29 inch griddle needs counter space during use and a spot to live afterward. The third is treating a gas tabletop griddle as an electric one. The Blackstone 1666 is a fine outdoor cooker, but it needs propane and open air.

Last, many people skip the first-week check. Run a batch of pancakes soon after unboxing, because a griddle that cooks lopsided at the start will not improve with time.

The PCG-10 review above covers its strengths and weaknesses; the remaining choice comes down to budget and how you cook. On budget, the Presto costs roughly a third of the PCG-10's premium price, and the Cuisinart sits in the middle for shoppers who also want to sear. If you want a gas or outdoor griddle, skip both Broil King models and look at the Blackstone instead. If you do order a PCG-10, check the return window before you unbox it, so a bad unit goes back the same week.