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Hamilton Beach Electric Indoor Searing Grill 25361 vs Zojirushi Indoor Electric Grill

Which is the better buy? Side-by-side on rating, price, strengths, and watch-outs — with the published ratings we averaged to get there.

The short answer

Zojirushi Indoor Electric Grill comes out ahead by a clear margin (3.8 vs 4.3). The gap is mostly about performance-driven indoor grillers — read the strengths below before deciding.

Ranked #4 in Best Smokeless Indoor Grills

Hamilton Beach Electric Indoor Searing Grill 25361

3.8

$89.95as of May 31

The Hamilton Beach 25361 Electric Indoor Searing Grill is a budget-friendly option for indoor grilling with a large 118 sq. in. cooking surface and adjustable temperature control up to 450°F. The extra-large drip tray helps manage fat and reduce smoke, while the viewing window allows monitoring without opening the lid. While it doesn't have dedicated smokeless technology, it's a solid entry-level option for those who want indoor grilling without the premium price.

Strengths

— Extra-large drip tray to manage fat and smoke
— Viewing window for monitoring food without opening the lid
— Adjustable temperature control to 450°F for high-heat searing

Watch-outs

— No smokeless certification — reduces smoke but doesn't eliminate it
— Plastic components near heat source
— Temperature control is analog, not digital

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Higher ratedRanked #1 in Best Smokeless Indoor Grills

Zojirushi Indoor Electric Grill

4.3

$102.99as of May 31

The Zojirushi Indoor Electric Grill exceeded expectations with rapid heating, reaching over 520°F in just 10 minutes. Reviewers praised its full temperature range, compact design, and safety features like the interlock system. The long 62-inch cord offers flexibility in placement. While the grill delivers excellent sear marks and flavor, the cooking grate has minor surface imperfections and isn't dishwasher safe. This appliance is ideal for apartment dwellers or those seeking a high-performance indoor grilling solution.

Strengths

— Outperformed expectations for peak heating capacity, reaching 520°F+ in 8-10 minutes
— Full temperature range down to warming level (160°F-175°F at dial halfway)
— Compact size and modular components allow for easy storage with removable cord

Watch-outs

— Cooking grate surface had some underlying metal imperfections
— Grate is not dishwasher safe due to embedded heating element

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How they stack up

Hamilton Beach Electric Indoor Searing Grill 25361

The Hamilton Beach 25361 offers the largest cooking surface on this list at 118 sq. in., making it ideal for larger families. It's significantly more affordable than the Ninja Foodi AG301 ($80 vs $220) but lacks the multi-functionality and smokeless technology. Compared to the George Foreman Smokeless, the Hamilton Beach provides a flat cooking surface better suited for steaks and larger cuts.

Zojirushi Indoor Electric Grill

The Zojirushi Indoor Electric Grill surpasses the Ninja Foodi AG301 in peak heating capacity, reaching over 520°F compared to Ninja's 500°F. While the Ninja offers air frying functionality, the Zojirushi provides superior searing performance and a more compact footprint.

Specs side-by-side

Spec	Hamilton Beach Electric Indoor Searing Grill 25361	Zojirushi Indoor Electric Grill
Cooking Surface	118 sq. in.	112.5 sq in (12.5 x 9 in)
Power	1,500 watts	1,300 watts
Temperature Range	Adjustable to 450°F	160°F-520°F+
Plate Type	PFAS-free removable nonstick	Titanium-ceramic nonstick
Material	Stainless steel	Plastic base, metal drip pan
Dimensions	12.4 x 16.73 x 6.81 in	12.75 x 18.75 x 3 in
Grill Type	Electric Indoor Searing Grill	Indoor Electric Searing Grill

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