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Black and Decker WMD200B Double vs Cuisinart WAF-F20P1 Double Side-by-Side Comparison

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Black and Decker WMD200B Double vs Cuisinart WAF-F20P1 Double

Overall Verdict

Both models here are double-sided, but they’re vastly different in characters and pricing. See for yourself which is a better fit for your kitchen here!

Both are double-sided waffle makers. However, the Cuisinart WAF-F20P1, with the advantage of being a high-end product, makes for a far better buy than the Black and Decker WMD200B Double waffle maker.

It's evident from the first look that the Cuisinart WAF-F20P1 has excellent build quality. It is made from a combination of stainless steel and lightweight plastic. The plastic parts, however, aren't shoddily built like in budget waffle makers.

The Black and Decker WMD200B also has good build quality, but it can't compare to the Cuisinart regarding the design's intricacy or premium feel.

But where the Cuisinart WAF-F20P1 shines the brightest is in its performance. With an excellent assessment of every facet, it easily triumphed over the WMD200B.

The only issue with the WAF-F20P1 is its high pricing. Besides that, it is a superior waffle maker compared to the WMD200B.

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Pros & Cons

  • Capable of cooking two waffles at once with the double-sided design
  • Acceptable performance across all two tests
  • Solid build quality for the price
  • Plug-and-play design makes it very easy to use
  • Great cleanability thanks to the included drip tray
  • Strong cooking performance across all tests
  • Beautiful, durable stainless steel design
  • Comprehensive control panel with audible alarm
  • Intuitive lid locking mechanism
  • Comes with a batter measuring cup
  • Bulky and heavy
  • Tends to undercook the bottom of the waffle
  • Lacks a control panel
  • Mediocre performance with self-mixed recipe
  • Heavy and bulky
  • Certain parts are made of plastic
  • Lacks a POWER indicator light
  • Difficult to clean due to the lack of a drip tray

Key Specs

Features
Rotating baking chamber, indicator lights
Rotating baking chamber, browning control, indicator lights
Adjustable settings
N/A
6
Dimensions
L13 x W7.5 x H7 inches
L15 x W9.5 x H9 inches
Material
Plastic; cast iron nonstick baking plates
Stainless steel/plastic housing, aluminum nonstick baking plates
Weight
7.3 lbs (3.3 kg)
12.0 lbs (5.4 kg)
Waffle diameter
6.8" (17.3 cm)
6 ¾ inches

Where to Buy

Price at publication
$39.11
$101.95
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Analysis and Test Results

Performance

Overall Performance Scoring
6.2
8.1

Self-Mixed Recipe

6.1
6.5
The very dark brown top crust of a waffle cooked in 5 minutes.
Top
The very dark brown top crust of a waffle cooked in 5 minutes.
The very dark brown bottom crust of a waffle cooked in 5 minutes.
The interior of a waffle with multiple air bubbles visible.
A waffle baked in 5 minutes being torn by hands to reveal the inner core during a texture test.
Cuisinart WAF-F20P1 Self-Mixed Recipe
The top side of a waffle made by the Cuisinart WAF-F20P1 in 5 minutes
The top crust of a waffle made by the Cuisinart WAF-F20P1 waffle maker in 5 minutes
The golden core of the waffle produced by the Cuisinart WAF-F20P1 Double waffle maker.
The waffle produced by the Cuisinart WAF-F20P1 being torn by hand to test its consistency and texture.
Heat Level
N/A
3
Cooking Time
5 minutes
5 minutes

Birch Benders Mix

6.3
9.6
The dark brown top crust of a waffle baked in 7 minutes and 30 seconds.
The dark brown top crust of a waffle baked in 7 minutes and 30 seconds.
The pale yellow crust of a waffle baked in 7 minutes and 30 seconds.
The pale yellow crust of a waffle baked in 7 minutes and 30 seconds.
The waffle is being torn by hands to test its consistency and texture.
Cuisinart WAF-F20P1 Birch Benders Mix
The golden brown top side of the waffle made by the Cuisinart WAF-F20P1 Double flip waffle maker in 5 minutes.
The golden brown bottom side of the waffle made by the Cuisinart WAF-F20P1 Double waffle maker in 5 minutes.
The fluffy interior of the Cuisinart WAF-F20P1 that’s visibly filled with air bubbles.
The waffle produced by the Cuisinart WAF-F20P1 is being torn by hand to test for its consistency and texture.
Heat Level
N/A
3
Cooking Time
7 minutes 30 seconds
5 minutes

Design

Overall Design Scoring
8.8
9.2

In the Box

The all-black Black and Decker double waffle maker WMD200B next to its removable drip tray and instruction manual.
The silver Cuisinart WAF-F20P1 Double waffle maker sitting on a table next to its user manuals and a measuring cup.

Dimensions

The Black and Decker WMD200B waffle maker with measurement markers to the side, showing the height as 7 inches, the length as 13 inches, and the width as 7.5 inches.
The Cuisinart WAF-F20P1 Double waffle maker dimension measurement chart. Its length is noted as 15 inches, width is 9.5 inches, and its height is 9 inches.
Length
13.0" (33.0 cm)
15.0" (38.1 cm)
Width
7.5" (19.1 cm)
9.5" (24.1 cm)
Height
7.0" (17.8 cm)
9.0" (22.9 cm)
Weight
7.3 lbs (3.3 kg)
12.0 lbs (5.4 kg)

Build Quality

10
9.0
The back hinge of the Black and Decker WMD200B rotating waffle maker’s baking chamber. Two metallic cabling sleeves are snaking around the back.
Cuisinart WAF-F20P1 Build Quality Video
A close-up view of the spring and internal mechanisms of the rotating hinges of the Cuisinart WAF-F20P1 waffle maker.
A close-up view of the rotating hinges of the Cuisinart WAF-F20P1 Double waffle maker.

Waffle Plates

9.5
9.5
An overview of the Black & Decker double flip waffle maker WMD200B’s cooking plates.
An overview of the Black & Decker double flip waffle maker WMD200B’s cooking plates.
Close-up view of one of the Black and Decker WMD200B’s black, Belgian-style waffle plates.
An overview of the Cuisinart WAF-F20P1’s black, Belgian-style waffle plates.
An overview of the Cuisinart WAF-F20P1’s black, Belgian-style waffle plates.
A top-down view of the Cuisinart WAF-F20P1 waffle maker’s black, Belgian-style cooking plates.
Number of Plates
4
4
Grid Pattern
Belgian-style
Belgian-style
Plate Area
36.32 inches
36.32 inches
Plate Length
6.8" (17.3 cm)
6.8" (17.3 cm)
Plate Width
6.8" (17.3 cm)
6.8" (17.3 cm)
Material
Cast iron
Cast aluminum
Non Stick Coating
Yes
Yes
Removable
No
No
Dishwasher Safe
No
No

Control Panel

0.0
9.5
Cuisinart WAF-F20P1 Control Panel Video
A close-up of the control panel of the Cuisinart WAF-F20P1 Double Belgian waffle maker, with the silvery browning control knob to the left and the black power switch to the right.
Indicator Lights
Yes
Yes
Audible Alarm
No
Yes
Timer
No
No
Browning Control
No
Yes

Power Cord

A close-up view of the power plug of the Black and Decker WMD200B double flip waffle maker.
A close-up of the power plug of the Cuisinart Double waffle maker WAF-F20P1’s power plug.
Plug Style
Type A (Flat Blade Attachment Plug)
Type A (Flat Blade Attachment Plug)
Length
2.0 ft (0.6 m)
2.6 ft (0.8 m)
Cable Management
No
Yes

Accessories

The removable and washable black, plastic drip tray of the Black and Decker double waffle maker WMD200B.
The included batter measuring cup of the Cuisinart WAF-F20P1. It is made from
Material
Plastic
Plastic
Removable
Yes
Yes
Dishwasher Safe
Yes
Yes

Usability

Overall Usability Scoring
9.2
8.7

Handling

9.5
9.0

Safety

9.9
9.5
The temperature of the Black and Decker WMD200B waffle maker’s top lid is being measured using a thermometer in our thermal safety test. The screen reads 144.5°F.
The temperature of the Black and Decker WMD200B waffle maker’s top lid is being measured using a thermometer in our thermal safety test. The screen reads 144.5°F.
The temperature of the Black and Decker WMD200B’s base is being measured using a thermometer in our thermal safety test. The screen reads 86.5°F.
The temperature of the Black and Decker WMD200B’s base is being measured using a thermometer in our thermal safety test. The screen reads 87°F.
The temperature of the back hinges of the Cuisinart WAF-F20P1 being measured by a thermometer, which reads 234.6°F.
The temperature of the back hinges of the Cuisinart WAF-F20P1 being measured by a thermometer, which reads 234.6°F.
Temperature of the front control panel of the Cuisinart WAF-F20P1 is being taken using a thermometer during a thermal safety test. The screen reads 85.6°F.
Temperature of the Cuisinart WAF-F20P1’s top lid being measured using a thermometer, which reads 105.8°F during a thermal safety test.
Top Side Temperature
144°F
234°F
Bottom Side Temperature
86°F
85°F
Handle Temperature
87°F
105°F

Cleanability

8.5
6.5
A close-up of dirty gunks and leftover batter within a small nook next to the handle of the Black and Decker WMD200B double Belgian waffle maker.
A close-up of dirty gunks and leftover batter within a small nook next to the handle of the Black and Decker WMD200B double Belgian waffle maker.
The Black+Decker WMD200B Double waffle maker with batter spilling out from inside the waffle plates down to the drip tray below.
The silver Cuisinart WAF-F20P1 with excess batter overflowing and dripping down from both sets of cooking plates on the waffle maker.

Indicator Light Visibility

7.0
10
A close-up of the indicator lights on the Black and Decker WMD200B double Belgian waffle maker. Both lights are shining dimly, one green and one red.
The green READY button of the Cuisinart WAF-F20P1 is on, indicating that the plates are heated and ready to use.