The Wicked Gizmos 1200W Red Retro Popcorn Maker has been reduced from £28 to £24.49 on Yimbly, and shoppers can save an extra 10% with code AUTUMN10 at checkout, bringing the price down to £22.04 plus postage. The compact kitchen gadget has been described by buyers as a "huge hit" Christmas gift and "great fun for movie nights".
Retro design and hot-air cooking
The popcorn maker features a bright red retro finish inspired by old-fashioned sweet shops and classic cinemas. It uses 1200W hot air circulation to pop kernels without needing oil or butter, offering a lighter alternative to traditional methods. Users simply add kernels with the included measuring scoop, switch on the machine, and enjoy fresh popcorn in around three minutes.
The gadget comes with six retro-style popcorn boxes, allowing buyers to serve snacks just like at the cinema. Its compact design means it won't take up too much space in the kitchen, while the striking red finish adds a playful touch to the worktop.
Shopper reviews
One Amazon reviewer called it the best purchase they had made all year, saying: "Fresh, hot, fluffy, PERFECT. My house now smells like a full-blown cinema." Another shopper bought it for family movie nights and praised how simple it was to use, adding: "It's so quick and easy to clean as it just needs a wipe with a soft damp cloth. Great for family movie nights."
A third reviewer called it "the quickest and easiest popcorn maker", saying: "I love this machine! It doesn't take up much room so you could take it with you to an Airbnb for gatherings and movies." Not every buyer was impressed, however, with a three-star review noting: "It only makes a small quantity of pop corn and according to the manual you have to wait 15 minutes before you use it again. Other than that it is a good product."
Alternatives and verdict
Elsewhere at The Range, the 1100W Ariete Party Time Popcorn Maker is available for £35.99, featuring a retro 1950s American diner design and fat-free hot-air cooking. For a higher-priced Amazon option, the Cooks Professional Fairground Style Popcorn Maker is listed at £99.99 with a vintage cinema-inspired design.
One reviewer who received it as a Christmas gift simply said: "A huge hit!"
