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Waffle Maker Buying Guide

Waffle Maker Buying Guide

Rotary vs Digital Waffle Makers

Freshly made waffles are a great addition to breakfast, brunch or dessert. A good waffle maker makes it easy to achieve a golden exterior and a soft, fluffy centre, with consistent results every time. Cooks Professional offers two styles of waffle maker: a Rotary Waffle Maker for traditional round waffles and a Digital Waffle Maker for square. Both are designed for convenient home cooking, but each offers a different experience.

Rotary vs Digital Waffle Makers: What's the Difference?

Feature Rotary Waffle Maker Digital Waffle Maker
Waffle shape Round Square
Design Rotating mechanism Digital controls
Best for Traditional homemade waffles Greater control and convenience
Cooking style Rotate for even batter distribution Adjust cooking using digital settings


Rotary Waffle Maker: Perfect for Traditional Waffles
The Cooks Professional Rotary Waffle Maker produces delicious round waffles with a classic appearance. Its rotating mechanism helps distribute the batter across the cooking plates, encouraging even cooking and a consistent texture. It's an excellent choice for homemade breakfasts, weekend brunches and classic waffles topped with fresh fruit, syrup or chocolate. Available in 3 tasteful colours to suit your kitchen. 

Digital Waffle Maker: Customisable Control, Square Waffles
The Cooks Professional Digital Waffle Maker offers a more advanced waffle-making experience, with a 1500W motor and digital controls for convenient operation. It produces square waffles, making it a practical choice for anyone who prefers this shape or wants greater control over their cooking. Its digital design is particularly appealing to regular waffle eaters looking for added convenience, with an adjustable timer settings meaning you can go light and soft or crisp and golden, however you like them!

Which Waffle Maker Should You Buy?

The best waffle maker depends on your preferred waffle shape and how much control you want over the cooking process.
Choose the Rotary Waffle Maker for traditional round waffles and a straightforward rotating design.
Choose the Digital Waffle Maker for square waffles and the added customisations of digital controls.

Both offer an enjoyable way to prepare fresh waffles at home.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is a rotary waffle maker better than a regular waffle maker?
A rotary waffle maker helps spread batter evenly across the cooking plates, which can encourage consistent results. Digital waffle makers offer additional control features, depending on the model.

What's the difference between round and square waffles?
The main difference is their shape, which is determined by the waffle maker's cooking plates. Texture and crispness depend on the batter, temperature and cooking time.

How do you make waffles crispy?
Preheat your waffle maker properly, avoid overfilling the plates and allow the waffles to cook until golden. Place cooked waffles on a wire rack to help preserve their crispness.

Can you use pancake mix in a waffle maker?
Some pancake mixes can be used in waffle makers, although the results may be softer than traditional waffles. A dedicated waffle batter generally produces a better texture.

Discover Cooks Professional Waffle Makers

Make breakfast and brunch a little more enjoyable with the Cooks Professional Range of Waffle Makers. Explore our rotary and digital models to find the perfect addition to your kitchen.