A budget 8 oz countertop popper with a warming deck. It has two switches where most rivals have three.
Amazon $139.90The VEVOR 8 oz 800 W Popcorn Machine NP08T is the better popcorn machine overall, rated 3.4 to 3.2. The VEVOR 8 oz 800 W Popcorn Machine NP08T leads on value. The Paragon Venue Pop 8 oz wins on heating power. The VEVOR 8 oz 800 W Popcorn Machine NP08T costs $530.54 less ($139.90 vs $670.44).
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A commercial 8 oz machine for concession stands, schools and venues that need an NSF listing. Overkill for home use.
Amazon $670.44Which should you buy?
- Choose the VEVOR 8 oz 800 W Popcorn Machine NP08T for value ($17.49 per oz of kettle ($139.90, 8 oz) vs $83.81 per oz of kettle ($670.44, 8 oz)).
- Choose the Paragon Venue Pop 8 oz for heating power (178 W per oz of kettle (1,420 W, 8 oz) vs 100 W per oz of kettle (800 W, 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 | VEVOR 8 oz 800 W Popcorn Machine NP08T | Paragon Venue Pop 8 oz |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.4/5 | 3.2/5 |
| Value 30% | 91 $17.49 per oz of kettle ($139.90, 8 oz) | 0 $83.81 per oz of kettle ($670.44, 8 oz) |
| Kettle size 20% | 63 8 oz kettle | 63 8 oz kettle |
| Heating power 10% | 33 100 W per oz of kettle (800 W, 8 oz) | 100 178 W per oz of kettle (1,420 W, 8 oz) |
| Features 20% | 60 heated deck, unpopped kernel tray, cabinet light | 60 heated deck, unpopped kernel tray, cabinet light |
| Listing 10% | 0 no listing published, scored as none | 100 NSF listed and UL listed |
| Warranty 10% | 0 warranty not published, scored as none | 33 1-year warranty |
Specifications
| VEVOR 8 oz 800 W Popcorn Machine NP08T | Paragon Venue Pop 8 oz | |
|---|---|---|
| Popping | ||
| Kettle size | 8 oz | 8 oz |
| Kettle material | Stainless steel | Aluminum |
| Rated power | 800 W | 1,420 W |
| Popped per batch | 48 cups | - |
| Output per hour | - | 147 oz servings |
| Price per oz of kettle | $17.49 | $83.81 |
| Features | ||
| Type | Countertop | Countertop |
| Heated deck | Yes | Yes |
| Unpopped kernel tray | Yes | Yes |
| Control switches | 2 | - |
| Cabinet light | Yes | Yes |
| Cart included | No | No |
| Build | ||
| Listing | - | UL, NSF |
| Warranty | - | 1 year |
