George Foreman Blue Grill and Its Best Alternatives

Best for
Fans who want the blue Champ

The George Foreman GR10ABWI Champ Grill in Indigo is the blue grill this article starts with. It is a hinged, two-level design: the lower plates grill, while a bun warmer on top keeps buns warm as your burgers cook. The listing mentions patented grill grooves that channel run-off grease, a sloped surface that drains excess liquid, and a floating hinge that handles thin or thick cuts.

It runs at 1200 watts with a single heat setting, and includes a dishwasher-safe plastic drip tray and a flat spatula designed to fit the grooves. The double-coated nonstick plates wipe clean, but they are not removable, so cleanup means wiping rather than dropping plates in the dishwasher. The spec sheet lists 100 volts, which looks like a listing error for a US plug-in appliance. It suits anyone who wants the classic blue look and a quick two-person burger station; if easier cleanup matters more than color, the submersible or removable-plate models are better.

• Indigo finish
• Bun warmer on the lid
• Floating hinge
• Drip tray and spatula included

Best for
Dorm rooms and solo snacks

The George Foreman GR10B 2-Serving Mini Grill is described as the original George Foreman grill in its smallest classic form. The cooking surface is 7.36 by 5.67 inches and the grill measures 9.40 by 5.78 by 10.27 inches, so it fits a dorm desk or a corner of a small kitchen.

The sloped surface removes up to 42% of fat according to the listing, measured on a quarter-pound 80/20 ground chuck patty. It doubles as a panini press, uses dual contact heating, and has a dishwasher-safe drip tray. At 760 watts it is the least powerful grill here, which is fine for one or two burgers or a grilled sandwich between rounds. It gives way to the 4-serving grill if you regularly cook for more than two.

Best for
Couples and small families

The George Foreman 4-Serving Indoor Grill, model GRP1060B, has a 60 square inch surface that the listing calls the most popular George Foreman size, with room for a main course for four or a meal with sides. Its big advantage is dishwasher-safe removable plates, which make cleanup far easier than on the fixed-plate Champ.

It uses the advanced George Tough nonstick coating, which the listing says is three times more durable, and improved heating elements that preheat 35% faster. It also drains up to 42% of fat on its sloped surface. It is rated at 1800 watts and carries a 3-year limited warranty. The finish is black. It suits couples and small families; if you want vertical storage and full submersion, the submersible 4-serving model is a close alternative.

• 60 square inch cooking surface
• Dishwasher-safe removable plates
• 35% faster preheat claim
• 3-year limited warranty

Best for
Tiny kitchens and RVs

The George Foreman Compact 2-Serving Electric Indoor grill is a personal-size model that fits one full-size burger or sandwich, or two smaller items like sliders or grilled cheese. Its low-profile body stores vertically, and at 10.49 by 3.1 by 7.53 inches it is the slimmest to stash in a cabinet, RV or dorm.

Unlike the GR10B, it has an adjustable grill angle: tilt for fat draining, or set it flat for paninis with a secure stand that keeps the plates level. The George Tough nonstick plates release food easily. The listing does not specify wattage. It suits snackers who want panini flexibility and minimal storage; the GR10B has a slightly larger listed surface if space is less tight. For other compact options, our guide to a mini griddle covers flat-top alternatives.

Best for
Game nights feeding five or more

The George Foreman Family Grill & Panini press is the big one, sized to serve five or more people. It uses an advanced George Tough ceramic nonstick coating that the listing says is eight times more durable and completely PFAS-free, and a plate design that claims 50% better searing.

The adjustable angle tilts for grilling or lays flat for paninis, and a 1-inch hinge handles thick cuts, burgers and stacked sandwiches. It has a dishwasher-safe removable drip tray, stores vertically with a tucked cord, and the listing says it is suitable for indoor and outdoor use. It runs at 1500 watts, measures 14.33 by 4.09 by 12.32 inches and carries a 3-year limited warranty. For watch parties and full game nights it is the obvious pick; for one or two people it is more grill than you need. For more on the full range, see our George Foreman grill guide.

Best for
Anyone who hates cleaning grills

The George Foreman Fully Submersible 4-Serving Grill, model GRES060BS, solves the biggest complaint about contact grills: cleaning. Remove the control panel and every other part can go in the dishwasher or sink. The listing advises avoiding aerosol sprays to preserve the nonstick coating.

It preheats 30% faster than the GRP0004B according to the listing, has a 3/4-inch adjustable hinge, and uses nonstick plates it describes as three times tougher than the standard George Tough coating. It keeps the 4-serving size while using 35% less counter space than the GRP1060B, and stores vertically. The listed wattage of 188.4 watts is almost certainly a listing error for a grill of this size. It carries a 3-year limited warranty. It suits anyone who wants four servings with the least cleanup; the Family Grill is better for bigger crowds.