Make Weekend Mornings Even Better with These Top-Tested Waffle Makers

We updated this guide in October 2022 to ensure that all of our picks — tested and vetted by the Good Housekeeping Institute Kitchen Appliances and Innovation Lab — were in stock and correctly priced. We also added a recommendation for a full-size Dash waffle maker.

Whether you like thin and crispy classic waffles or thick and fluffy Belgian waffles, you'll appreciate hot and fresh ones you make yourself. You can whip up your own recipe for an epic weekend brunch or use a boxed mix for a quickie chicken and waffles dinner.

Over the years, the pros in the Good Housekeeping Institute Kitchen Appliances and Innovation Lab have tested more than 40 waffle makers including classic waffle makers, heart-shaped waffle makers, Belgian waffle makers and stuffed waffle makers — even a waffle maker that grills and griddles. When testing, we assess the evenness of the browning and evaluate how well-cooked, moist and crisp the waffles are. We also score the ease of use, including settings, surface temperature and more. Our recommendations include a combination of waffle makers we’ve tested and new best-selling units that are well-reviewed.

Our top picks:

Read on for more information on how we test waffle makers as well as for details on the difference between classic and Belgian waffles and what to look for when shopping for a waffle maker.