The SMEG MultiGrill is a versatile countertop appliance that combines retro-inspired design with practical cooking features, offering three cooking configurations and interchangeable plates for £299.95.
SMEG's latest appliance is designed to go beyond a standard sandwich toaster or indoor grill, promising everything from crisp paninis to waffles, burgers, vegetables and grilled fish in one sleek unit. After testing it in a home kitchen, the appliance proves to be both stylish and practical.
Design and Aesthetic Appeal
The MultiGrill embodies SMEG's signature 50s-inspired styling, with curved edges, polished detailing and a design that feels more like a decor piece than a kitchen gadget. Available in Cream and Black, it coordinates with SMEG's wider collection of small appliances, including its kettles, toasters and coffee machines.
Unlike many grills that feel bulky and utilitarian, this is an appliance that can be left on display, appealing to those who appreciate the brand's recognisable retro look.
Cooking Versatility and Features
The appliance offers three cooking configurations: Contact mode for quick, even cooking from both sides; oven mode with five adjustable height settings for delicate foods; and BBQ mode, which opens fully to double the cooking surface for entertaining and larger meals.
Each plate can be independently adjusted from 60 degrees to 230 degrees, allowing different foods to be cooked simultaneously at different temperatures. The intuitive LCD display makes navigating temperatures, timings and cooking programmes straightforward, with dedicated presets for paninis, waffles and burgers.
Ease of Cleaning and Value
The interchangeable plates feature a ceramic non-stick coating, and the removable inserts can be placed directly into the dishwasher. An integrated fat-collecting drawer helps minimise mess during cooking, making cleanup refreshingly simple.
At £299.95, the MultiGrill sits in the premium appliance category, but it combines the functionality of a grill, griddle, sandwich press, waffle maker and tabletop BBQ in one appliance. For anyone looking to upgrade their kitchen setup with an appliance that works hard and looks fantastic, the MultiGrill is well worth considering.
