Great Northern Matinee 8 oz
#8 in 8 to 10 ozFull review
The all-round 8 oz countertop pick: every common feature at a home price. A good first theater-style machine.
Amazon $188.99$188.99
The Great Northern Matinee 8 oz is the better popcorn machine overall, rated 3.4 to 3.1. The Great Northern Matinee 8 oz leads on value. The Great Northern Matinee 8 oz costs $90.96 less ($188.99 vs $279.95).
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Great Northern Lincoln 8 oz
#12 in 8 to 10 ozFull review
An 8 oz bar-style machine with double doors for serving from a counter or bar. You pay extra for the larger cabinet.
Amazon $279.95$279.95
Which should you buy?
- Choose the Great Northern Matinee 8 oz for value ($23.62 per oz of kettle ($188.99, 8 oz) vs $34.99 per oz of kettle ($279.95, 8 oz)).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every 8 to 10 oz popcorn machine; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | Great Northern Matinee 8 oz | Great Northern Lincoln 8 oz |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.4/5 | 3.1/5 |
| Value 30% | 73 $23.62 per oz of kettle ($188.99, 8 oz) | 49 $34.99 per oz of kettle ($279.95, 8 oz) |
| Kettle size 20% | 63 8 oz kettle | 63 8 oz kettle |
| Heating power 10% | 42 106 W per oz of kettle (850 W, 8 oz) | 42 106 W per oz of kettle (850 W, 8 oz) |
| Features 20% | 75 heated deck, unpopped kernel tray, separate kettle, stirrer and light switches, cabinet light | 75 heated deck, unpopped kernel tray, separate kettle, stirrer and light switches, cabinet light |
| Listing 10% | 0 no listing published, scored as none | 0 no listing published, scored as none |
| Warranty 10% | 0 warranty not published, scored as none | 0 warranty not published, scored as none |
Specifications
| Great Northern Matinee 8 oz | Great Northern Lincoln 8 oz | |
|---|---|---|
| Popping | ||
| Kettle size | 8 oz | 8 oz |
| Kettle material | Stainless steel | Stainless steel |
| Rated power | 850 W | 850 W |
| Popped per batch | 48 cups | 48 cups |
| Price per oz of kettle | $23.62 | $34.99 |
| Features | ||
| Type | Countertop | Countertop |
| Heated deck | Yes | Yes |
| Unpopped kernel tray | Yes | Yes |
| Control switches | 3 | 3 |
| Cabinet light | Yes | Yes |
| Cart included | No | No |
| Build | ||
| Weight | 26.7 lb | 37 lb |