Great Northern Big Bambino 4 oz
#2 in Up to 6 ozFull review
A small one-switch countertop popper for family movie nights at under $100. It keeps things simple but has no warming deck.
Amazon $89$89
4 oz480 WCountertop
3.3/5
A well-equipped 6 oz countertop machine with a heated deck and kernel drawer. A good fit for regular movie nights.
- 6 ozKettle
- 640 WPower
- CountertopType
- YesHeated deck
Check price at Amazon$155.69
Price checked November 9, 2026. As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases.
Pros
- Heated deck keeps popcorn warm between servings
- Old maids drawer catches unpopped kernels for quick cleanup
- 640 W on a 6 oz kettle pops a batch in minutes
Cons
- Kettle and stirrer share a switch
- Listing publishes no warranty
The Great Northern Foundation family
Every Great Northern Foundation model we rank, smallest first. Ratings compare each against its own kettle size.
| Model | Kettle | Rating | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Great Northern Foundation 6 oz (this one) | 6 oz | 3.3/5 | $155.69 |
| Great Northern Foundation 8 oz Cart | 8 oz | 3.2/5 | $307.99 |
How it scores
The rating comes from 6 measured or published factors, each scored 0-100 against fixed reference points for its kettle size. How we rank explains each one.
Specifications
| Model number | 83-DT5637 |
|---|---|
| Popping | |
| Kettle size | 6 oz |
| Kettle material | Stainless steel |
| Rated power | 640 W |
| Popped per batch | 24 cups |
| Price per oz of kettle | $25.95 |
| Features | |
| Type | Countertop |
| Heated deck | Yes |
| Unpopped kernel tray | Yes |
| Control switches | 2 |
| Cabinet light | Yes |
| Cart included | No |
| Build | |
| Listing | ETL |
| Weight | 29 lb |
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