Maxi-Matic EPM-250 Elite Tabletop Retro-Style 2-1/2-Ounce Kettle Popcorn Popper Machine

Reviews of Maxi-Matic EPM-250 Elite Tabletop Retro-Style 2-1/2-Ounce Kettle Popcorn Popper Machine

1.) No more chemically flavored microwave popcorn!
Reviewed by: Patee333 California USA
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I picked up the Elite popcorn maker because every weekend, my friends and I do movies or watch Lost and other shows. We used to make popcorn out of the microwave, but I'd always either burn the popcorn or there would be like 40 kernels at the bottom of the bucket. But now, all I have to do is throw the kernels in the kettle and in five minutes we've got enough real movie style popcorn for all of us. But my favorite part is that during the middle of the movie when everyone wants seconds, I don't have to spend the time making another batch, the warmer keeps all of the popcorn in the bucket at an enjoyable temperature.

2.) easy to use
Reviewed by: S. Alter
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The Maxi-Matic EPM-250, i had found this popcorn popper very easy to use. It comes with measure tools to get the right amount of oil and popcorn. I am on a diet, that allows me to have a snack of 6 cups of popcorn after popping. This makes the right amount (small bag of movie size popcorn). After the unit cool down, just add 6 oz. of water and turn back on for a couple minutes to boil water. Let it cool down again and you can empty the water and wipe it clean. The tray, i wash with soap and water after each use. It was worth the money.


3.) So far so good
Reviewed by: sindawg Seattle, WA
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Got this for Christmas. Used it once with good results although I want to buy some of the pre-package popcorn/seasoning/oil packages to see how they work.

I followed the instructions that others have said on other machines (and the instructions) about turning it on to heat up and then adding oil and letting that heat up. The small openings make it difficult to get the unpopped corn in there. A scoop would be easier. I think most of the kernels popped. I had bought some popcorn seasoning at the store and put that and some salt on it once it came out and it tasted good. It made enough popcorn for one person (if you love popcorn). I guess I could have shared. :)

However, I don't know where the instructions are and I don't know how to properly clean the kettle out. It doesn't disconnect from the power source in order to put in the dishwasher. The Maxi-Matic website had no online instruction manuals so I had to email them.

Over all, for the price, this is a good popcorn popper. I'm one of those people who HAVE to have popcorn when I watch a movie.

4.) popcorn
Reviewed by: V. Belcher Welch, WV
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It is a nice little popper--key word being little. It is ok for one person!

5.) Broken
Reviewed by: Shamrockit Emerald City
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Debated between this and the other at the same price point. Decided on this one since the larger Maxi-Matic had such great user reviews. I began to assemble it and realized the plastic upper-machinery had broken during shipping. Also, the plexi-glass door had scratched against the cardboard inserted to hold the removable pin during shipping and left a permanent unattractive line. Disappointing...

Features of Maxi-Matic EPM-250 Elite Tabletop Retro-Style 2-1/2-Ounce Kettle Popcorn Popper Machine

Family and friends can enjoy traditional hot oil kettle popcorn with elite's classic style tabletop popcorn popper. Features include a 2-1/2-ounce stainless steel kettle with built in stirring system, convenient pull-out popcorn tray, plexi-glass windows and door and warming light to keep popcorn hot. Makes up to 1 gallon of popcorn per batch.

1.) Tabletop retro-style hot-oil popcorn popper with 1-gallon capacity;
2.) Large 2-1/2-ounce stainless-steel kettle with built-in stirring mechanism;
3.) 2 separate on/off toggle switches for the kettle and warming light;
4.) Pull-out kernel crumb tray; plexi-glass windows and door;
5.) Measures 12-4/5 by 12 by 20-2/7 inches; 1-year limited warranty;

Package Height x Length x Width: 20.2 in. x 20.2 in. x 13.2 in.
Package Weight: 11.35 lbs.