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Brentwood TS-602BK 12-Inch Electric Crepe Maker and Griddle vs Waring Commercial WSC160X 16-Inch Electric Crepe Maker
Which should you buy? Our verdict on both, pulled from our full The Best Crepe Makers: 6 Compared (and One to Skip) comparison.
The Brentwood gives US cooks a simple, North American listed 12 inch nonstick machine with the tools in the box at a budget tier. The Waring is the step up if you want a 16 inch cast-iron plate with a stated 570 degree thermostat and a one-year warranty.
Brentwood TS-602BK 12-Inch Electric Crepe Maker and Griddle
Buy itA no-fuss 12 inch nonstick plate with adjustable heat and the tools you need already in the box.
- The page lists a 12 inch nonstick aluminum griddle, adjustable heat and a 1000 W rating.
- A spatula and a spreader are included, so you can cook crepes out of the box.
- The listing carries a cETLus approval code, a North American mark, and describes a lightweight, compact design for storage.
- The page mentions only an LED power indicator light, not a separate ready light.
- No temperature range or heat levels are published, so the dial is a feel-it-out control.
- The nonstick coating is not described further, and the page gives no dishwasher or warranty detail.
Waring Commercial WSC160X 16-Inch Electric Crepe Maker
Buy itA 16 inch cast-iron plate with a thermostat up to 570 degrees, built for heavy use and rated for 120 V.
- The maker's spec sheet lists a 16 inch cast-iron cooking surface, an adjustable thermostat to 570 degrees and power and ready indicator lights.
- It is rated 120 VAC, 1800 W, with cULus and NSF listings and a limited one-year warranty.
- A batter spreader and a spatula are included, with heat-resistant carrying handles on the stainless steel base.
- It is a commercial-line machine at a premium tier, far above the 12 inch home models.
- The spec sheet lists out-of-box dimensions of 9 by 22 by 22 inches and a 3 foot cord, so it needs counter space and a nearby outlet.
- The sheet gives no seasoning or cleaning guidance for the plate.
Side by side
The 7 criteria below are the ones our full comparison judged every product on, narrowed to these two.
| Brentwood TS-602BK 12-Inch Electric Crepe Maker and Griddle Our pick | Waring Commercial WSC160X 16-Inch Electric Crepe Maker | |
|---|---|---|
| Our verdict | Buy | Buy |
| Best for | Everyday crepe, pancake and tortilla cooks who want an inexpensive, North American listed machine. | Cooks who make crepes often, want a large plate and are happy to pay for a heavy-duty machine. |
| Price tier | $ · budget | $$$ · premium |
| Plate | 12 inch nonstick aluminum | 16 inch cast iron |
| Heat control | Adjustable heat, power light | Thermostat to 570 degrees, power and ready lights |
| Power as listed | 1000 W | 1800 W |
| Voltage as listed | Not stated, cETLus code | 120 VAC |
| Included tools | Spatula and spreader | Batter spreader and spatula |
| Safety or warranty on page | cETLus approval code | cULus, NSF, 1-year limited |
| Care guidance | Not described | Not described on sheet |
Which one is right for you?
Pick the Brentwood TS-602BK 12-Inch Electric Crepe Maker and Griddle if
everyday crepe, pancake and tortilla cooks who want an inexpensive, North American listed machine.
Know before buying: the page mentions only an LED power indicator light, not a separate ready light.
Pick the Waring Commercial WSC160X 16-Inch Electric Crepe Maker if
cooks who make crepes often, want a large plate and are happy to pay for a heavy-duty machine.
Know before buying: it is a commercial-line machine at a premium tier, far above the 12 inch home models.
The bottom line
Our overall pick is the Brentwood TS-602BK 12-Inch Electric Crepe Maker and Griddle - A no-fuss 12 inch nonstick plate with adjustable heat and the tools you need already in the box. Choose the Waring Commercial WSC160X 16-Inch Electric Crepe Maker instead if cooks who make crepes often, want a large plate and are happy to pay for a heavy-duty machine.
Want the full picture, including the other options we compared and the popular one we'd skip? Read the complete The Best Crepe Makers: 6 Compared (and One to Skip).