Contact grills and toastie makers

With a contact grill for toasties and paninis, you can prepare a crispy lunch in a couple of minutes. You get grill marks and a crispy exterior with the ribbed grill plates, while your cheese melts on the inside. If you like to make paninis, you can choose a grill with a floating hinge. That way, the bread doesn't burn while the inside stays cold. Toastie makers are often a bit smaller than a large contact grill. That's less useful when you want to grill for your entire family.

A tabletop grill is great for fun evenings where everyone can grill their own piece of meat, fish, or vegetables. Thanks to its flat or ribbed grill surface, you can also use the grill as an alternative to a raclette grill or stone grill. Many contact grills can be fully unfolded, so you get a double grilling plate and more space on the table.

Thanks to the automatic programs, you can easily choose the type of dish. This allows you to prepare steak, chicken, fish, or a panini. The grill adjusts the temperature and grill time automatically. Some models even indicate when your meat is rare, medium, or well-done. You always get the same result, without having to keep an eye on your preparation. That's useful when you're making a salad or setting the table while you grill, for example. That way, you can enjoy perfectly grilled dishes without too much effort.