A low-cost 12 oz countertop machine for parties and small events. Good value if a published warranty is not a must.
Amazon $252.90
A 12 oz countertop machine for big parties and small events. Strong power and features at a home price.
- 12 ozKettle
- 1,440 WPower
- CountertopType
- YesHeated deck
Price checked November 9, 2026. As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases.
- 80 cups per batch for big parties and fundraisers
- 1,440 W keeps up with a 12 oz kettle
- Heated deck, kernel tray and three switches
- At 30 in tall it will not fit under most kitchen cabinets
- Listing publishes no warranty
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 | 6208 |
|---|---|
| Popping | |
| Kettle size | 12 oz |
| Kettle material | Stainless steel |
| Rated power | 1,440 W |
| Popped per batch | 80 cups |
| Price per oz of kettle | $26.71 |
| Features | |
| Type | Countertop |
| Heated deck | Yes |
| Unpopped kernel tray | Yes |
| Control switches | 3 |
| Cabinet light | Yes |
| Cart included | No |
| Build | |
| Weight | 42.3 lb |
Alternatives in this kettle size
A 16 oz machine for events and fundraisers at $400, the least costly 16 oz kettle here.
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