For under $200, the Elite Tabletop Popcorn Maker could very well be the best home popcorn machine in this price range. This 4 oz. popcorn machine has features normally found in more expensive poppers.

Easy cleaning

An easy to clean stainless steel popcorn kettle with a stirring rod attached to the top of the machine, which allows for a quick clean up of the kettle. The kettle is easily detachable.

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Bottom popcorn warmer

The popcorn warmer is separate from the lamp. Again, a feature usually reserved for popcorn machines in higher price ranges. A great benefit is that you can keep your popcorn warm without the lamp on to add a distracting if you’re watching a movie.

Magnet for kettle lid

This is a handy feature. A magnet holds up the popcorn kettle lid allowing you to pour oil and popcorn. This way, you don’t to hold on to a hot kettle lid if you’re popping a second batch of popcorn.

Easy operation

This popper has a simple power on button and indicator light.

Overall, this is a solid 4 oz. home popcorn machine at a very reasonable price. If you’ve been thinking about getting a theater style popcorn popper, but were concerned about the price of higher end machines and the quality of lower priced ones, then this could be solution for you.

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On April 30, 2009, DTX International (d/b/a Great American Popcorn Co.) voluntarily recalled three popcorn machines due to a potential burn hazard.

The three impacted models are:

• Pasadena
• Princeton
• Paducah

The popcorn machine model names can be found on the top of the unit. Popcorn machines sold online from September 2008 to October 2008 are impacted by this recall.

Basically, the potential burn hazard centers around the popcorn machine’s warming deck, which can remain on after being switched off. They are asking customers with these machines to stop using them and to contact the company to arrange for free repair plus shipping.

Here is a link to a document posted on the DTX International website that provides additional information as well as contact information.

Red popcorn machines are a standard color for a traditional snack. You'll find that red is the most popular color for popcorn machines, whether antique or contemporary. Choosing the right red home popcorn maker shouldn't just be based on price, consider what size you'll need.

Look below for a convenient guide on choosing the right popcorn machine.

Where can you find red popcorn machines for sale?

We’ve found EBay to be a great source for deals for red popcorn poppers.

Red Popcorn Machines

8oz RED THEATER STYLE POPCORN MAKER POPPER MACHINE    US $159.96

8oz RED ANTIQUE STYLE POPCORN MAKER POPPER MACHINE    US $239.96

Red Antique Popcorn Machine    US $102.50

Nostalgia Circus Style Tabletop Popcorn Machine RED    US $119.99

RED FOUNDATION POPCORN POPPER MACHINE 8 OUNCE    US $127.50

4 OUNCE RED BAR STYLE POPCORN POPPER MACHINE TABLE TOP    US $85.00

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Red Popcorn Machine with Carts

RED FOUNDATION POPCORN POPPER MACHINE CART 8 OUNCE    US $244.97

RED ANTIQUE STYLE POPCORN POPPER MACHINE CART 8 OUNCE    US $207.50

Cart for the Red Pasadena 8 Ounce Popcorn Machine    US $.05

4 OUNCE RED THEATER STYLE POPCORN POPPER MACHINE CART    US $7.50

8 OZ RED THEATER STYLE POPCORN POPPER MACHINE CART    US $379.99

New Red Theater Style Popcorn Maker Popper Machine Cart    US $84.99

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Which home popcorn machine size is right for you?

When researching home popcorn machines, keep in mind that they are categorized by the amount of popcorn popped at one time. For the most part, popcorn popping lasts about 3 minutes.

4 oz. home popcorn machines: Popping 4 1oz servings (80 servings per hour), this size meets the needs of a small home theaters and small break rooms. Paragon makes two high quality popcorn machines in this category: 1911 Popcorn Machine and the Thrifty Pop Popcorn Machine.

6 oz. home popcorn machines: As a medium sized popcorn popper, these machines pop 6 1oz servings (120 servings per hour). Perfectly sized for larger home theaters, company break rooms, and smaller church and school events. High quality popcorn machines in this category: Paragon 6 oz. 1911 Popcorn Machine and the red Gold Medal Ultra 60 Popcorn Popper.

8 oz. popcorn machines: producing 8 1oz servings (160 servings per hour), these poppers are ideal for break rooms, small restaurants and waiting rooms. For expected large gatherings at home parties, these can be a good-sized popcorn popper. Churches and schools participating in fundraisers will also find these to be an ideal size.

Black popcorn machines are a popular choice for home theaters and game room. While price can be a major consideration, it’s important to choose the right sized popcorn maker. If the popper pops too little popcorn, you’ll end up disappointed and eventually end up garage selling it.

Look below for a convenient guide on choosing the right popcorn machine.

Where can you find black popcorn machines for sale?

We’ve found EBay to be a great source for deals on black popcorn poppers.

Black Popcorn Machines

8oz BLACK THEATER STYLE POPCORN MAKER POPPER MACHINE    US $159.96

Black 8 Ounce Foundation Popcorn Machine Commercial    US $56.00

6oz BLACK THEATER STYLE POPCORN MAKER POPPER MACHINE    US $139.96

BLACK ANTIQUE STYLE POPCORN POPPER MACHINE 8 OUNCE    US $139.97

6oz BLACK ANTIQUE STYLE POPCORN MAKER POPPER MACHINE    US $219.96

4oz BLACK THEATER STYLE POPCORN MAKER POPPER MACHINE    US $129.96

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Black Popcorn Machine with Carts

Black Antique Popcorn Cart 8 oz Kettle Machine Wheels    US $249.99

Cart for the 8 Ounce Black Foundation Popcorn Machine    US $.05

BLACK ANTIQUE STYLE POPCORN POPPER MACHINE CART 8 OUNCE    US $249.87

Funtime Antique Style Popcorn Popper Machine Cart Black    US $269.99

BLACK FOUNDATION POPCORN POPPER MACHINE CART 4 OUNCE    US $216.97

Black Theater Style 8 Oz Popcorn Cart Popper Machine    US $249.99

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Which home popcorn machine size is right for you?

Popcorn machines are categorized by the amount of popcorn popped at one time. For the most part, popcorn popping lasts about 3 minutes.

4 oz. home popcorn machines: Popping 4 1oz servings (80 servings per hour), this size meets the needs of a small home theaters and small break rooms. Paragon makes two high quality popcorn machines in this category: 1911 Popcorn Machine and the Thrifty Pop Popcorn Machine.

6 oz. home popcorn machines: As a medium sized popcorn popper, these machines pop 6 1oz servings (120 servings per hour). Perfectly sized for larger home theaters, company break rooms, and smaller church and school events. High quality popcorn machines in this category: Paragon  6 oz. 1911 Popcorn Machine and the red Gold Medal Ultra 60 Popcorn Popper.

8 oz. popcorn machines: producing 8 1oz servings (160 servings per hour), these poppers are ideal for break rooms, small restaurants and waiting rooms. For expected large gatherings at home parties, these can be a good-sized popcorn popper. Churches and schools participating in fundraisers will also find these to be an ideal size.

You'll find these terms: popcorn poppers, popcorn machines, and popcorn makers often used interchangeably. Sometimes you'll find them combined, like popcorn popper machines or popcorn popper makers, and popcorn maker machines.

Is there a difference?

Well, basically, they all perform the same function: heat the popcorn kernel until the moisture within reaches the boiling point...then pop!

In general, the difference is in size and use:

Popcorn Poppers: These are the guys that sit on your counter, stove top or in your microwave when you want to pop popcorn and then get returned to your kitchen cabinet when not in use. Their use is pretty straight forward: heat and pop. They come in a variety of styles - bubble shapes (retro 70s), cones, bright colors, stylish black, etc. You'll find four different popping methods:

• Oil popcorn poppers: A popular brand is the Cuisinart Easy Pop Popcorn Maker
• Hot air popcorn poppers: Presto PopLite Hot Air Corn Popper and Presto Orville Redenbacher Hot Air Corn Popper are popular products.
• Stove top popcorn poppers: Whirley Pop Stovetop Popcorn Popper is a popular and simple popcorn popper that uses a hand crank to prevent sticking and burning of the popcorn.

Microwave popcorn poppers: Healthy alternative to microwave popcorn bags.

Popcorn Machines: When you walk into the movie theater, these are the machines you see popping the popcorn. In recent years, bar style (table top) popcorn machines and popcorn machines with carts have become popular decorative and fun additions to home theaters and game rooms. Popcorn machines can range in the following sizes:

• 4 oz. popcorn machines: These make four 1oz. servings every 3 minutes and are appropriate for small home theaters and game rooms
• 6 oz. popcorn machines: Makes six 1oz. servings every 3 minutes and are appropriate with home theaters and game rooms and for mid-sized gatherings.
• 8oz. popcorn machines: Makes eight 1 oz. servings every 3 minutes (seeing a pattern?) and are appropriate for large home theaters and game rooms, large gatherings, smaller break rooms, restaurants, bars and waiting rooms. These can also be appropriate popcorn machines for fundraisers that attract small crowds.
• 12 oz. popcorn machines: Makes twelve 1oz. servings every 3 minutes and are designed for concession stands, snack bars, schools, and large fundraising events.
• 14 oz. popcorn machines: Of course, these guys produce a lot of popcorn and are appropriate for larger concession stands and theaters.

Popcorn Makers: You'll find all of the above called popcorn makers at times. Though in the past, popcorn maker was the popular term for popcorn popper, the term is not used as much today.