A low-cost 12 oz countertop machine for parties and small events. Good value if a published warranty is not a must.
Amazon $252.90The VEVOR 12 oz 1440 W Popcorn Machine is the better popcorn machine overall, rated 3.7 to 2.6. The VEVOR 12 oz 1440 W Popcorn Machine leads on value, features and heating power. The Gold Medal Super Pop Maxx 16 oz 2600 wins on kettle size. The VEVOR 12 oz 1440 W Popcorn Machine costs $1,802.46 less ($252.90 vs $2,055.36).
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A heavy-duty 16 oz machine for busy concession stands. Home users and small events get the same kettle size for far less.
Amazon $2,055.36Which should you buy?
- Choose the VEVOR 12 oz 1440 W Popcorn Machine for value ($21.07 per oz of kettle ($252.90, 12 oz) vs $128.46 per oz of kettle ($2,055.36, 16 oz)), features (heated deck, unpopped kernel tray, separate kettle, stirrer and light switches, cabinet light vs heated deck) and heating power (120 W per oz of kettle (1,440 W, 12 oz) vs 107 W per oz of kettle (1,710 W, 16 oz)).
- Choose the Gold Medal Super Pop Maxx 16 oz 2600 for kettle size (16 oz kettle vs 12 oz kettle).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every 12 oz and up popcorn machine; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | VEVOR 12 oz 1440 W Popcorn Machine | Gold Medal Super Pop Maxx 16 oz 2600 |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.7/5 | 2.6/5 |
| Value 30% | 80 $21.07 per oz of kettle ($252.90, 12 oz) | 0 $128.46 per oz of kettle ($2,055.36, 16 oz) |
| Kettle size 20% | 85 12 oz kettle | 100 16 oz kettle |
| Heating power 10% | 60 120 W per oz of kettle (1,440 W, 12 oz) | 42 107 W per oz of kettle (1,710 W, 16 oz) |
| Features 20% | 75 heated deck, unpopped kernel tray, separate kettle, stirrer and light switches, cabinet light | 30 heated deck |
| 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
| VEVOR 12 oz 1440 W Popcorn Machine | Gold Medal Super Pop Maxx 16 oz 2600 | |
|---|---|---|
| Popping | ||
| Kettle size | 12 oz | 16 oz |
| Rated power | 1,440 W | 1,710 W |
| Popped per batch | 80 cups | - |
| Price per oz of kettle | $21.07 | $128.46 |
| Features | ||
| Type | Countertop | Countertop |
| Heated deck | Yes | Yes |
| Unpopped kernel tray | Yes | - |
| Control switches | 3 | - |
| Cabinet light | Yes | - |
| Cart included | No | No |
| Build | ||
| Weight | 39 lb | - |
