In short: the Cécoa Cheese’Up Double Duo is for anyone who wants four candle-powered raclettes to take on a picnic or camping. The takeaways: no cord, pans stated to be dishwasher-safe, and a color picked at random on delivery.
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Key specs
| Feature | Cécoa Cheese’Up Double Duo |
|---|---|
| Type | Candle-powered raclette, no electricity, individual units |
| Number of people | 4 (set of 4) |
| Heat source | Standard tealight candles, not included according to Cécoa (number per unit not specified) |
| Coating | Non-stick pan, steel frame |
| Dimensions and weight | Pan 9 x 14 x 1 cm, stand 9 x 9 x 6 cm and base 9 x 9 x 0.5 cm according to Cécoa; weight not specified by Cécoa |
| Included accessories | Wooden spatulas |
| Care | Dishwasher-safe pan according to Amazon.fr |
| Warranty | Not specified by Cécoa |
| Manufacturing | China according to Amazon.fr (manufacturer: Cécoa) |
Our take
The Cheese’Up follows the now-classic candle raclette formula: a stand, a base, candles, a pan and a wooden spatula, all multiplied by four. The Amazon.fr listing describes it as compact and lightweight, to take on a picnic, camping or for an impromptu treat at home, with melting promised in under two minutes. A seller’s promise, of course, to be adjusted for the wind and the thickness of your slices.
Two details worth knowing. The color, eucalyptus or terracotta, is sent at random: if your patio has a strict color scheme, it will have to be flexible. And the information is thinner than with some competitors: the Amazon.fr listing even claims 1000 W for a candle-powered device, which says a lot about how much to trust those auto-filled fields. Since it isn’t confirmed that candles come in the box, bring a few: no cheese ever melted on goodwill alone.
What we like
- Four units, no outlet
- Pan stated to be dishwasher-safe
- Wooden spatulas to go easy on the coating
- Pitched for camping and picnics
Things to consider
- Color sent at random
- Tealight candles not included
- Weight and warranty not found
- Set of four: save some room in the trunk
On video
Video: Didier Headbanger on YouTube. A creator’s test of a Cécoa portable candle raclette, which may come in a different format from the set of four.
Video: Cookut on YouTube. Cookut’s brand video on the concept: different brand, same type of device.
Who is it for?
For small groups on camping trips, vans and vacation evenings in a rental where the raclette grill is nowhere to be found. For solo hiking, it’s too much gear; and if you want a rock-solid spec sheet, Cookut documents its equivalent in more detail.
Alternatives
- Cookut Lumi set of 4: the direct competitor, with a detailed manufacturer spec sheet.
- Rosenstein & Söhne NC2962: folding, for hiking.
- Cook Concept KC2487: a single portion, for traveling light.
To compare, read our comparison of portable raclette grills and our ideas for summer raclette.
Recipes to make with it
- Traditional raclette, in small portions suited to a candle-powered pan.
- Barbecue raclette, for more outdoor raclette ideas.
- Chocolate raclette, a sweet version that works well with candles.
Frequently asked questions
Does the Cheese’Up work without electricity?
Yes, with standard tealight candles, according to the Amazon.fr listing.
Is it dishwasher-safe?
The pan is listed as dishwasher-safe on Amazon.fr. Nothing is specified for the wooden spatula.
Can you choose the color?
No, according to the Amazon.fr listing: the set is sent in eucalyptus or terracotta, at random.
