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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Maxi-Matic EPM-450 Elite Tabletop Old-Fashioned 4-Ounce Kettle Popcorn Popper Machine List Price: $179.99 Sale Price: $139.99 Average Rating: ![]() |
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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Maxi-Matic EPM-450 Elite Tabletop Old-Fashioned 4-Ounce Kettle Popcorn Popper Machine List Price: $179.99 Sale Price: $139.99 Average Rating: ![]() |




