Great Northern Foundation 6 oz
#1 in Up to 6 ozFull review
A well-equipped 6 oz countertop machine with a heated deck and kernel drawer. A good fit for regular movie nights.
Amazon $155.69$155.69
6 oz640 WCountertop
2.9/5
A commercial 4 oz popper for a small concession counter that needs an NSF listing. Home users get the same kettle size for far less.
- 4 ozKettle
- 1,200 WPower
- CountertopType
- YesHeated deck
Check price at Amazon$621.41
Price checked November 8, 2026. As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases.
Pros
- NSF listed, which many health departments look for at a concession stand
- 1,200 W on a 4 oz kettle pops batches back to back
- Built in the USA with a one-year maker warranty
Cons
- Costs over $600, several times a home 4 oz machine
- Small 4 oz kettle limits each batch
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 | 1104210 |
|---|---|
| Popping | |
| Kettle size | 4 oz |
| Kettle material | Aluminum |
| Rated power | 1,200 W |
| Output per hour | 92 oz servings |
| Price per oz of kettle | $155.35 |
| Features | |
| Type | Countertop |
| Heated deck | Yes |
| Unpopped kernel tray | Yes |
| Control switches | 2 |
| Cabinet light | Yes |
| Cart included | No |
| Build | |
| Listing | UL, NSF |
| Warranty | 1 year |
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