Philips

7000 Series Contact Grill

Name: 7000 Series Contact Grill
Brand: Philips

EU available

A temperature probe and 60–220°C digital selection let this press handle steaks and open sandwiches with equal precision, though testers recommend hand-washing the removable plates rather than the dishwasher.

$108 typical

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EDITION 01RESEARCHED 2026-08-113 SOURCESREFRESH DUE 2027-02

SUBSTANCE SCORES

substance8.2/ 10

design6.0/ 10

value7.4/ 10

WHY THE PRICE IS JUSTIFIED

Its value is in control rather than cosmetics: 60–220°C digital selection, probe, timer, adjustable plate and removable drip tray. Independent analysis notes the plates are removable but advises against dishwasher cleaning.

MATERIALS

Cooking platesRemovable non-stick aluminium

Aluminium heats quickly; removal permits thorough hand cleaning.

Outer housingPlastic

Keeps cost and weight down, but is less premium than metal-bodied rivals.

CRITERIA

8/10

Even Heat

2200W system is reported to heat fast and hold temperature.

9/10

Hinge Compression

Adjustable upper plate accommodates thick steaks and open sandwiches.

9/10

Temperature Control

Digital 60–220°C setting, eight programs and temperature probe.

8/10

Cleaning Design

Removable plates and drip tray; plates are not dishwasher-safe.

6/10

Build Repairability

Two-year warranty; no strong parts evidence found.

8/10

Usable Capacity

180° opening provides a proper table-grill layout.

8/10

Food Contact Surface

Non-stick removable aluminium plates.

IDEAL FOR

·Users who want a timer and probe
·Variable-thickness sandwiches
·Buyers wanting precise heat under €120

NOT FOR

·Users wanting dishwasher-safe plates
·Long-distance-from-socket table grilling

DESIGN & ERGONOMICS

Legible digital interface and timer are unusually calming for a press. The short 0.7–0.8m cord and plastic shell are the ergonomic compromises.

LONGEVITY

Two-year warranty. Hand-washing the removable coated plates and avoiding metal tools is prudent; evidence of replacement-plate supply was not established.