In short: the Klarstein Taste Volcano is aimed at anyone who wants an electric Savoyard hat to grill meat with a raclette grill underneath, all in one appliance. What stands out: 1500 W, a continuously adjustable thermostat and 6 raclette pans according to the brand’s delivery list, with a few contradictions in the listings.
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Quick facts about the Klarstein Taste Volcano
| Feature | Klarstein Taste Volcano |
|---|---|
| Type | Electric tartare hat (Savoyard hat) with raclette grill, 2-in-1 |
| Number of people | 6 according to Klarstein (the brand’s FAQ says 8) |
| Power | 1500 W |
| Plates and coating | Cooking dome with a rim, metal plate and natural stone (granite) surface according to Klarstein; non-stick raclette pans |
| Controls | Continuously adjustable thermostat, on/off switch and temperature indicator light |
| Dimensions and weight | About 30.6 cm in diameter, 28.5 cm tall and 2.3 kg |
| Included accessories | 6 raclette pans according to the Klarstein delivery list (8 mentioned elsewhere on the page); spatulas not mentioned |
| Care | Hand wash according to the Klarstein manual; wipe the base, never immerse it |
| Warranty | Not stated by Klarstein |
| Made in | Not stated by Klarstein |
Our takeaway
The Savoyard hat is that domed top where you grill thin slices of meat while vegetables cook in the rim. Klarstein’s Taste Volcano adds a raclette grill underneath, so you can keep both the “grilled meat” camp and the “melted cheese, period” camp happy. On paper, it is a compact appliance (about 30 cm in diameter) with 1500 W and a real continuously adjustable thermostat, which is not always the case in this category. The brand’s official video shows the idea well: it sizzles on the cone, simmers in the rim, melts in the pans.
Two caveats, though. First, the numbers do not match: the Klarstein page mentions 6 people and lists 6 raclette pans in the delivery, but also mentions 8 pots and 8 people. Count on 6 and you will get a nice surprise if the box contains more. Second, the brand presents the rim as a fat collector and says nothing about broth: if you dream of an old-fashioned Savoyard hat with its steaming broth, check the manual. According to reviews, cleaning the hat takes a bit of patience, like any surface where grease has thrown a party.
Strengths
- Two uses in one: tartare hat for grilling and a raclette grill underneath
- 1500 W and a continuously adjustable thermostat
- Compact appliance, about 30 cm in diameter
- Rim for cooking vegetables or collecting juices
Things to consider
- 6 or 8 raclette pans depending on which mention in the manufacturer’s listing
- Using the rim with broth is not advertised by Klarstein
- Cleaning the hat is described as tedious in reviews
- Spatulas not mentioned in the delivery contents
On video
Video: Klarstein Deutschland on YouTube. Official Klarstein video (in German) of this model, the Taste Volcano.
Video: PI-WAN on YouTube. A YouTuber tests another “volcano” machine that combines a tartare hat and a raclette grill, not the Klarstein model.
Who is it for?
For tables of four to six people who like to alternate between grilled meat and melted cheese, and for those who want to try the Savoyard hat without buying yet another appliance. Also for small homes, thanks to its compact diameter. On the other hand, if you want a real broth fondue in the rim, or more than eight guests, look at a different appliance. And if grilling does not interest you, a classic 8-pan raclette grill will be easier to clean.
Alternatives
- Rosenstein & Söhne NX3214 : 3-in-1 tartare hat with raclette grill, 1500 W, 6 raclette pans and a channel for juice or broth according to its distributor.
- Syntrox Germany RAC-TAT-1500W : a 1500 W grill dome for meat and six raclette pans underneath.
- TTM alcohol-fueled tartare hat : the no-electricity version, in enameled steel, heated by gel burners.
To compare all models of the same type, read our comparison of electric Savoyard hats.
Recipes to make with it
- Traditional raclette, for the pans underneath.
- Savoyard hat with meat and broth, the dome recipe, to adapt according to the appliance’s manual.
- Barbecue raclette, for lovers of grilled food and melted cheese.
Frequently asked questions
How many raclette pans come with the Klarstein Taste Volcano?
Klarstein’s delivery list indicates 6 raclette pans, but the same page and the official video also mention 8. Check the contents advertised by the seller at the time of purchase.
Can you put broth in the rim?
Klarstein presents the rim as a fat collector and the official video shows toppings simmering in it. Use with broth is not advertised: refer to the manual.
Does the Taste Volcano have a thermostat?
Yes. According to Klarstein, the temperature is continuously adjustable, with an on/off switch and an indicator light.
