In short: The Severin raclette grill comes from a German small-appliance brand, born in a Sauerland forge in 1892, that makes coffee machines as well as raclette grills. At Raclette Club, we feature two of its appliances for 8: a combined raclette and fondue set, and a raclette that also makes mini pizzas.
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The brand in a nutshell
Another blacksmith story. According to Severin, Anton Severin, a trained blacksmith, set up his own workshop in 1892 in the center of Sundern, a small town in the Sauerland region of Germany, where machines and vehicles were repaired at first. His son Anton junior joined the business, which became A. Severin & Co. GmbH. Only later did the company move into electric household appliances; according to Wikipedia, that shift came after World War II, with a first showing at the Hanover fair in 1953.
According to Severin, the range counted more than 200 electric appliances by its 75th anniversary, from coffee makers to toasters, and today it includes a “smokeless” raclette, the Sevento, which pulls fumes downward. The company now belongs to Copper Oak Ventures, the investment vehicle of a Dortmund family (the Knauf family, according to Wikipedia). The headquarters remain in Sundern, but manufacturing takes place in China: according to Wikipedia, in Shenzhen since 1995, and the Sundern plant stopped producing in 2020.
On video
Video: Severin GB on YouTube. Official Severin video of the Sevento RG 2379, its “smokeless” raclette (no review at Raclette Club yet).
Video: Severin ES on YouTube. Official Severin video (in Spanish) of the RG 2348 raclette and fondue combo, the bigger sibling of the RG 2347 in our table, more powerful according to the brand.
Video: Severin SE on YouTube. Official Severin video (Sweden) of the same RG 2348, to see the raclette and fondue combo in action.
The Severin raclette grill range at Raclette Club
| Model | Type | Best for | Review | Amazon |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| RG 2347 (ASIN B0DH4TQ9C5) | Raclette and fondue, 8 people, 1400 W, ceramic grill and caquelon (fondue pot) | People who can’t choose between raclette and fondue | Read the review | Check the price on Amazon.fr |
| RG 2687 (ASIN B0107MQT64) | Raclette, grill and mini pizzas, 8 people, about 1150 W | Families who want pizzas for dessert (or instead) | Review coming soon | Check the price on Amazon.fr |
What we think
What we like about Severin, on paper, is the German practicality. Both appliances in our selection have an adjustable thermostat according to their retailers, which isn’t that common at this price level, and each has its own extra idea: the RG 2347 keeps a fondue pot in the middle of the raclette pans, while the RG 2687 fires up a separate bottom heat to bake mini pizzas in the pans. Enough to carry a whole evening without anyone asking “so what are we eating next?” The brand also cares about innovation with the Sevento, its raclette that sucks up the fumes: good news for the living-room curtains.
The catch is that in France, Severin is less documented than the French brands. For our two models, we found neither the commercial warranty, nor details on what is dishwasher safe, nor always the dimensions of the appliance alone: you have to dig through Belgian, Swiss or German retailers. The power of the RG 2687 is also split between the plate (about 925 W) and the bottom heat (about 225 W) according to Galaxus: for quick browning, we’ve seen punchier models. Nothing deal-breaking, but check the seller’s listing before you order.
Which model should you choose?
- For 8 with raclette and fondue: the RG 2347, with its ceramic grill, 8 raclette pans and caquelon. Our selection of 2-in-1 raclette and fondue appliances pits it against its rivals.
- For 8 with mini pizzas: the RG 2687 and its reversible ribbed and smooth plate. Compare it in our comparison of pizza and raclette appliances.
- To keep the cheese smell out of the curtains: the Severin Sevento RG 2379, not yet featured here; in the meantime, our selection of raclette grills presents other appliances.
Frequently asked questions
What is the warranty on Severin raclette grills?
We found no published commercial warranty for the RG 2347 and the RG 2687. In France, the 2-year legal guarantee of conformity applies in every case: keep your invoice and check the appliance’s manual.
Where can you find Severin spare parts for a raclette grill?
The safest route is the customer service listed on the Severin website, with the exact model reference (RG 2347, RG 2687…). We didn’t find a French parts shop for these two models.
Where can you buy a Severin raclette grill?
Both models on this page are sold on Amazon.fr and at appliance retailers, mostly in Belgium, Switzerland and Germany. Watch out for neighboring references: the RG 2348 is not the RG 2347.
