Sandwiches don’t need to be boring meals. These sandwich makers can jazz up any old bread and turkey combo to make a satisfying dish you’ll want again and again.
Not all sandwich makers are created equal, so we sought out makers with a few commonalities, but also have some additional features depending on your individual needs. All our picks uniformly heat up quickly and seal in the toasting sandwich, so no deliciousness escapes. We also looked for makers that create a golden exterior, and cook cheese and other ingredients thoroughly.
Sandwich makers may seem straight-forward, but they have more bells and whistles than you might expect. Keep the below in mind, and we think you’ll be well on your way to finding a delicious sandwich maker suited for you.
Safety:Sandwich makers are a great kitchen tool for busy families, but if you have a full house, you will likely want to opt for makers with safety features like on/off indicator lights, secure locking mechanisms, and cool-touch handles.
Multipurpose:If all you need is a sandwich-maker, there are plenty of options below, including a few designed specifically for breakfast sandwiches. But if you also want to use the appliance to grill food or make omelets, you’ll also have several to choose from.
Cleaning: Some of the makers come with removable, dishwasher-safe plates.
How We Evaluated
We analyzed several sandwich makers, and selected a range of appliances that would work for people living solo, or in big families. We consulted expert reviews and consumer assessments, and only included sandwich makers that aced both categories. Below, these are the best sandwich makers to create the perfect sammie every time.
This easy-to-use Hamilton maker creates breakfast sandwiches in just five minutes. The maker lets you build and cook hearty egg-and-cheese sandwiches on top of bagels, biscuits, and English muffins, and it comes with recipes just in case you need extra inspiration.
The removable nonstick inserts also make for easy cleaning, and are dishwasher safe. This dual cooker is great for families with kids, and comes with a countdown timer so you’ll know when it’s ready.
This nonstick sandwich maker is easy to use and clean, and creates delicious sandwiches in five minutes or less. The nonstick interior is reinforced with ceramic and titanium, which means you need very little oil or butter. The maker seals the sandwich perfectly while cooking, ensuring that no goodies leak out.
The Gotham Steel also features a cool touch locking handle and on/off indicator lights for extra security. The maker also comes with a one-year limited warranty.
This Cuisinart maker can be used to create sandwiches, but also omelets and delicious, golden French toast. The lock-down lid positions plates so each side of your creation gets equal, golden color. The raised ridges in the cooking plates also seal in your meal, ensuring none leaks out of the side. The nonstick baking plates make for easy cooking and cleaning, however the inserts do not come out.
Reviewers praise this product’s durability, and say it comes in handy while creating meals on the fly for kids.
This breakfast sandwich maker builds the perfect mini-meal in a few minutes. All you have to do is add bread, precooked meat or cheese, a raw egg, then another piece of bread, muffin, or bagel. Close the lid, and cook! Plus, its parts are removable, nonstick, and can go in the dishwasher.
We think this Hamilton maker is perfect if you’re hooked on breakfast sandwiches, but seeking out a healthier at-home option.
This sandwich maker comes with nonstick coating on the interior, making the process of cooking and cleaning a cinch. It also has non-slip feet, cord storage, a cool touch handle, a safety lock, and on/off indicator lights for extra safety. Plus, it’s larger than most on our list, making it well-suited for large sandwiches.
We think this sandwich maker is a great gift for new apartment owners, or sandwich fanatics who sometimes want a simple hot meal, without a lot of prep work.
This sizable sandwich maker will make four sandwiches at once. The 180-degree grill and sandwich maker can also work as a grill for steak, or roaster machine. It features intelligent temperature control, with a cooking range between 120-428 degrees. The device will stop warming when it reaches the value you set it at.
Plus, it has non-stick plates, a drip dry tray, and comes with a grill brush for easy cleaning. It also has an on/off indicator light and a cool touch handle.
This cool sandwich maker looks like a million bucks, and is unlike any sandwich maker you’ve seen before. The nonstick plates make cooking and cleaning easy, and you can also make eggs or grill up meat or vegetables, too.
This maker is great if you live alone or just make sandwiches for yourself; it heats up evenly and steadily, and delivers a nice crust. We like that this pick also has a timer, so you can walk away and return to a cooked sandwich when you hear the ding.
Not only is this sandwich maker easy to use and easy to clean, but it's plug-free and works on gas, electric and ceramic stove tops, as well as an open fire. It has excellent heat retention and distribution, and is made with a non-stick coating. Typical of all Jean-Patrique products, this maker comes with a 25-year warranty, too.
This pocket-sized sandwich grill offers a lot in a small package. The versatile appliance features nonstick surfaces that heat and crisp evenly, and seal warm sandwiches perfectly. This machine also includes a recipe guide, and a one-year warranty. It’s great for bringing on the road, or setting up in small offices and shared spaces.
This is technically an arepa maker, but it also doubles as a breakfast or bagel sandwich maker, with six round slots for toasting. Eggs, pancakes, cookies and biscuits bake well in this maker, too. It’s nonstick, features a built-in safety lock, and has a power on/off light.
We like that it can also be stored vertically, which saves space. You’ll get a one-year warranty with this Holstein Housewares model, and an instruction manual.
Kathleen WillcoxKathleen Willcox is a journalist who writes about parenting, technology, shopping, food and wine.
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