In short: the Princess 162700, aka Oval Grill Party, is a raclette for 8 people topped with a large 43 x 30 cm oval plate. The centre of the plate is “designed for making crêpes” according to Princess, and the edge works as a grill. Add 1200 W, a thermostat adjustable up to 240 °C, 8 pans and 8 wooden spatulas, and you’re set for a long evening.
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At a glance: Princess 162700
| Feature | Princess 162700 |
|---|---|
| Type | Raclette grill with oval grill plate and central crepe area |
| Number of people | 8 (Princess) |
| Power | 1200 W (Princess) |
| Plate and crêpes | Removable 43 x 30 cm oval plate with a central crêpe area (Princess); number and diameter of crêpes not stated by Princess |
| Coating | Non-stick, BPA-free (Princess) |
| Plate material | Conflicting: “cast steel” in the Princess 162700 description, aluminium in the Princess 162700 spec sheet, stainless steel according to PcComponentes |
| Controls | Adjustable thermostat with indicator light, 240 °C maximum (Princess) |
| Dimensions and weight | Overall dimensions not stated by Princess; 2.44 kg (PcComponentes) |
| Cord | 2 m (Princess) |
| Dishwasher | Removable plate and pans (Princess) |
| Included accessories | 8 pans and 8 wooden spatulas (Princess) |
| Other | Non-slip feet, cool-touch handles; plate, spatulas and dust cover sold as spare parts (Princess) |
| Warranty | Not stated by Princess on the product page |
| Reference | 162700, item 01.162700.01.001 (Princess) |
The crêpe side
No moulds here: the oval plate has a central area meant for crêpes, surrounded by the grill section. Princess doesn’t say how many crêpes fit at once or what diameter, and PcComponentes talks about mini crêpes. So expect small crêpes, two or three at a time depending on your skill, rather than one big crêperie crêpe. Heating time isn’t given, but the adjustable thermostat helps you find the right temperature.
Our tip: a runny batter, poured with a small ladle in the centre, and a wooden spatula to flip. Good news, Princess includes eight. Grease the area lightly before the first batch and keep the meat on the edges while the crêpes cook in the middle.
What we take away
The Oval Grill Party is all about sharing: one big plate everyone helps themselves from, meat and vegetables around the edge, crêpes in the centre, cheese melting in the 8 pans below. The thermostat up to 240 °C and the 1200 W give some headroom, and the 2 m cord leaves you some freedom to put the grill in the middle of the table. Big plus for washing-up: Princess states that the removable plate and the pans are dishwasher-safe.
The grey area is the plate material. Princess writes “cast steel” in its description and aluminium in its spec sheet, and PcComponentes says stainless steel. We won’t settle it for the manufacturer. What matters day to day is the non-stick, BPA-free coating, confirmed by Princess. At 2.44 kg according to PcComponentes, it’s easy to get out of the cupboard. The warranty period isn’t shown on the Princess 162700 product page, which links to a general page.
Strengths
- Large 43 x 30 cm oval plate to grill and make crêpes at the same time
- Thermostat adjustable up to 240 °C
- Plate and pans dishwasher-safe
- 8 pans and 8 wooden spatulas included
- 2 m cord
Things to consider
- Number and diameter of crêpes not stated
- Plate material conflicting between sources
- No cooking stone
- Warranty not shown on the product page
Who is it for?
For tables of eight who like a shared plate, plancha-style in the middle of the table, and for anyone who hates washing up by hand. For Candlemas, it’s a handy back-up crêpe maker, as long as you’re fine with small crêpes. If you want a cooking stone or crêpes on a production line for a whole class, look at another machine.
Alternatives
- Tefal Colormania RE310401: 8 pans, 1050 W, grill and crêpe plate, plate and pans dishwasher-safe.
- Lagrange Element 179601: 8 pans, 1200 W, natural stone and a grill plate that doubles as a crêpe maker.
- Klarstein Fonduelette XL: up to 12 people, 1650 W, crêpe plate and fondue function.
In the same line-up, the H.Koenig RP412 adds a natural stone and a 6 mini crêpe plate, and the Livoo DOC337 also does mini pizzas. To compare every model, read our raclette grill comparison.
Recipes to make with it
- A classic raclette in the 8 pans.
- Vegetable skewers and thin cuts of meat around the edge of the plate.
- Small crêpes with sugar or jam in the centre.
All our ideas are in the recipes and our raclette grill desserts.
Frequently asked questions
Can you make crêpes with the Princess 162700?
Yes. According to Princess, the 43 x 30 cm oval plate has a central area designed for crêpes. The number and diameter are not stated.
Is the plate dishwasher-safe?
Yes, Princess states that the removable plate and the pans are dishwasher-safe.
What is the plate made of?
Sources conflict: “cast steel” in the Princess 162700 description, aluminium in its spec sheet, stainless steel at PcComponentes. The coating is non-stick and BPA-free.
