A 12 oz kettle pops about 5 gallons per batch and a 16 oz kettle about 6, for events, fundraisers and concession stands. These draw 1,300 to 1,710 W, close to the limit of a 15 A household circuit, so plan on an outlet with nothing else on it. Most stand about 30 in tall or more and won’t fit under kitchen cabinets.
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- VEVOR 12 oz 1440 W Popcorn Machine#1 of 5Full review
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$252.9012 oz1,440 WCountertop - Olde Midway POP-1600 16 oz#2 of 5Full review
A 16 oz machine for events and fundraisers at $400, the least costly 16 oz kettle here.
Amazon $399.99$399.9916 oz1,700 WCountertop - Great Northern Top Star 12 oz#3 of 5Full review
A 12 oz countertop machine for big parties and small events. Strong power and features at a home price.
Amazon $320.53$320.5312 oz1,440 WCountertop - Olde Midway POP-P1200 12 oz#4 of 5Full review
A 12 oz countertop machine for events. It matches the Top Star on features but has a little less power.
Amazon $329.99$329.9912 oz1,300 WCountertop - Gold Medal Super Pop Maxx 16 oz 2600#5 of 5Full review
A heavy-duty 16 oz machine for busy concession stands. Home users and small events get the same kettle size for far less.
Amazon $2,055.36$2,055.3616 oz1,710 WCountertop
