In short: The ProfiCook raclette grill comes from a German small-appliance brand backed by Clatronic International, a family business from Kempen, in North Rhine-Westphalia. At Raclette Club, we feature two of its appliances: the PC-RG 1144 for 10, with a natural stone and a cast plate, and the PC-RG 1301 for 4.
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The brand in a nutshell
Behind ProfiCook stands Clatronic International GmbH, based in Kempen, on the Lower Rhine. According to Clatronic, it is an owner-managed family business that has existed since 1982 and imports small electrical appliances; its 100,000 m² logistics center in Kempen supplies retailers in more than 60 countries. ProfiCook doesn’t give the year of its own launch, so we’ll stick to the parent company’s date.
ProfiCook presents itself as the group’s « kitchen with high standards » range: more than 100 products according to the brand, from blending to cooking, baking and cooling. For raclette, the German website lists four models: the PC-RG 1144, the PC-RG/FD 1245 (raclette and fondue), the PC-RG 1301 and the PC-RG 1324, for 2. The PC-RG 1144 is made in China, according to the retailer Galaxus. What our two models share: a stainless steel housing and a real continuously adjustable thermostat.
On video
Video: Profi-Electro on YouTube. Official presentation video of the PC-RG 1144, embedded on the product page of the ProfiCook website.
Video: Profi-Electro on YouTube. Official presentation video of the PC-RG 1301, also embedded on the product page of the ProfiCook website.
Video: Profi-Electro on YouTube. Video from the same channel about the PC-RG/FD 1245, the brand’s raclette and fondue combo, not yet featured at Raclette Club.
The ProfiCook raclette grill range at Raclette Club
| Model | Type | Best for | Review | Amazon |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PC-RG 1144 (ASIN B077VD3M87) | 2-in-1 raclette grill, 10 people, 1700 W, natural stone and reversible cast plate | Big tables that want to grill and melt | Read the review | Check the price on Amazon.fr |
| PC-RG 1301 (ASIN B0FSRKHHJM) | Raclette grill, 4 people, 800 W, reversible cast plate, about 1.7 kg | Couples, flatshares and small cupboards | Read the review | Check the price on Amazon.fr |
What we think
What we like about ProfiCook, on paper, is the equipment. Both our models have a continuously adjustable thermostat, which isn’t that common at this level, a stainless steel housing and a reversible cast plate, smooth for fish, ribbed for meat. The PC-RG 1144 adds a natural stone and comes with 10 pans and 10 wooden spatulas: enough to feed a family gathering without drawing lots for who waits. The PC-RG 1301 weighs about 1.7 kg and has a cord storage: it fits anywhere.
The catch is the washing up. According to the manuals, nothing on the PC-RG 1144 goes in the dishwasher, and the PC-RG 1301 is also washed by hand: after an evening for ten, find a volunteer. The stone on the 1144 also needs 20 to 25 minutes to preheat. And the 24-month ProfiCook warranty is written for purchases in Germany. Nothing serious, but better to know before the first pan.
Which model should you choose?
- For 8 to 10: the PC-RG 1144, with its natural stone, cast plate and 10 pans. Our selection of raclette grills pits it against its rivals.
- For 2 to 4: the PC-RG 1301, compact and light. If there are only two of you, the brand also has a PC-RG 1324, not yet featured here.
- For raclette and fondue: the PC-RG/FD 1245, not yet featured here; in the meantime, our selection of 2-in-1 raclette and fondue appliances presents other combos.
Frequently asked questions
What is the warranty on ProfiCook raclette grills?
ProfiCook announces a 24-month warranty in its terms, written for purchases in Germany. In France, the 2-year legal guarantee of conformity applies in every case: keep your invoice.
Where can you find ProfiCook spare parts for a raclette grill?
The German ProfiCook website has an « Ersatzteile & Service » section (spare parts and service) and a page on the right to repair. Note the exact reference (PC-RG 1144, PC-RG 1301…) before contacting the brand.
Where can you buy a ProfiCook raclette grill?
Both models on this page are sold on Amazon.fr. ProfiCook also has its own online shop, which delivers in Germany, and you can find them at German and Swiss retailers such as Galaxus, Fust or Alternate.
