Breville Panini Grill Model Comparison

If you have narrowed down your search to the Breville brand, this panini press features summary has all the information you need. We have compiled a list of Breville’s best panini makers to help you find a good fit.

The Breville SG820XL, Maxi 2-in-1 Panini Press

Compact and powerful this is the best panini press, it holds twice what the smaller versions can. Serving hot toasted sandwiches is a breeze with this little beauty.

Key Features Include:

• Nonstick, scratch resistant, extra-large flat plates.
• Floating concealed hinge, for cooking thick or thin sandwiches.
• Adjustable plate height settings.
• Plate lock for storage.
• Warm up and ready lights.
• Chord storage, on the underside of the grill.

Dimensions:

• Height: 4.25 inches
• Width: 13.25 inches
• Depth: 13.25 inches
• Weight: 8.8 pounds

The Breville BGR420XL, the Quick Clean

If you love cooking and hate cleaning, this is the best panini maker for you. With one touch the grilling plates remove quickly, for easy cleaning.

Key Features Include:

• Variable temperature control 350°F – 425°F.
• Nonstick, removable, and dishwasher safe plates – one ribbed and one flat.
• Dual plate automatic thermostats.
• Angled grilling plates reduce fat.
• Warm up and ready lights.
• Plate release buttons for easy removal.
• Stainless steel exterior.
• Plate lock for storage.
• Chord storage, on the underside of the grill.

Dimensions:

• Height: 6 inches
• Width: 13.75 inches
• Depth: 14.75 inches
• Weight: 13.2 pounds

The Breville BGR820XL, the Smart Grill

For the cook that loves to BBQ, this is the best panini grill you can find. The hinge opens to a flat 260 square inches, for year round indoor grilling.

Key Features Include:

• Temperature control 320 – 450°F, low Panini, and sear modes.
• Opens flat for 260 square inches for the ’BBQ’ mode.
• Nonstick, removable, and dishwasher safe plates, one ribbed and one flat.
• Dual plate automatic thermostats.
• Six adjustable plate height settings.
• Leveling Support in the top floating plate.
• Plate tilts adjustable control.
• Warm up and ready lights.
• 30-minute timer dials with sound alert.
• 1-hour auto shut-off.
• Plate release buttons for easy removal.
• Removable drip tray.
• Stainless steel exterior.
• Plate lock for storage.
• Chord storage, on the underside of the grill.

Dimensions:

• Height: 6.5 inches
• Width: 16 inches
• Depth: 15 inches
• Weight: 21.8 pounds
• Flat Cooking: 260 square inches

The Breville BGR400XL, Ikon – Removable Plate Grill

This is the big boss of panini grills, great for cooking delicate foods and meats. The top cooking plate has 6 height settings, giving you more meal options. This makes it easy to cook delicate foods, meats, open-faced sandwiches, and re-heating food.

Key Features Include:

•  Variable temperature control, 350°F – 425°F.
•  Nonstick, removable, dishwasher safe, ribbed and flat plates.
•  Dual plate automatic thermostats.
•  Angled grilling plates reduce fat.
•  Plate tilts adjustable control.
•  Six adjustable plate height settings.
•  Floating concealed hinge, for cooking thick or thin sandwiches.
•  Warm up and ready lights.
•  Extendable non-skid feet.
•  Plate release buttons for easy removal.
•  Removable drip tray.
•  Stainless steel exterior.
•  Plate lock for storage.
•  Chord storage, on the underside of the grill.

Dimensions:

• Height: 6.25 inches
• Width: 14.25 inches
• Depth: 13.75 inches
• Weight: 8.88 pounds