The Cuisinart GR-5BNAS Griddler Five is a versatile 5-in-1 countertop appliance that includes grill, griddle, and panini press functions. While it's not a dedicated smokeless grill, its Smoke-Less Mode and removable nonstick plates make it a practical choice for cooks who want indoor grilling versatility without committing to a single-purpose appliance. The Smoke-Less Mode helps reduce smoke production, and the dishwasher-safe plates simplify cleanup.
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Five Cooking Functions
The Cuisinart GR-5BNAS Griddler Five offers five cooking configurations: full grill, full griddle, half grill/half griddle, panini press, and flat-top griddling. The removable, reversible cooking plates allow users to switch between grill and griddle surfaces as needed. The unit opens 180° for flat-top cooking, making it versatile for burgers, sandwiches, eggs, and more. The LCD display provides clear temperature and timer controls.
Smoke-Less Mode
The Griddler Five includes a Smoke-Less Mode that helps reduce smoke production during cooking. While it's not a dedicated smokeless grill, the Smoke-Less Mode combined with the drip tray design significantly reduces smoke compared to traditional indoor grilling. Amazon customer reviews confirm that the grill function produces minimal smoke when used with lean meats and proper fat management.
Cleaning and Maintenance
The removable, reversible cooking plates are dishwasher safe, making cleanup straightforward. The stainless steel body is easy to wipe down, and the drip tray catches fat and debris during cooking. The nonstick coating on both grill and griddle plates ensures food releases easily and requires minimal oil for cooking.
Strengths
- +5-in-1 functionality: grill, griddle, panini press, full grill, half grill
- +Smoke-Less Mode reduces smoke during cooking
- +Removable, reversible, dishwasher-safe cooking plates
- +Opens 180° for griddling or flat-top cooking
Watch-outs
- −Primarily a griddler — not a dedicated smokeless grill
- −Smoke-Less Mode reduces but doesn't eliminate smoke
- −Griddle plates included may not suit smokeless-only users
How it compares
The Cuisinart GR-5BNAS offers significantly more versatility than dedicated smokeless grills like the Philips HD6371, with 5 cooking functions versus 1. However, it's not a true smokeless grill — the Smoke-Less Mode reduces but doesn't eliminate smoke. Compared to the Ninja Foodi AG301, the Cuisinart is more affordable ($140 vs $220) but lacks air frying capability.
Who this is for
At a glance: versatile cooks who want grilling plus griddling and panini press in one appliance.
Why you’d buy the Cuisinart Griddler Five GR-5BNAS
- 5-in-1 functionality: grill, griddle, panini press, full grill, half grill.
- Smoke-Less Mode reduces smoke during cooking.
- Removable, reversible, dishwasher-safe cooking plates.
Why you’d skip it
- Primarily a griddler — not a dedicated smokeless grill.
- Smoke-Less Mode reduces but doesn't eliminate smoke.
- Griddle plates included may not suit smokeless-only users.
Rating sources
Our 4.1 score is the average of these published ratings. Ratings marked * were derived from the reviewer’s written analysis or video transcript — the publisher didn’t print an explicit numeric score, so we inferred one from their own words. Click through to verify. More about methodology.
