In the spirit of the rice cooker thread and staying on the countertop, I have the cheap Black + Decker and I hate it.
The waffles never seem to hold together and crumbs and batter seep down into the little crevasses around the edges. A real PITA to clean. I don't think it gets hot enough to really crisp up the waffles.
I don't make waffles very often, but every once in a while on a lazy Sunday I like to do the brunch "Grand Slam" thing.
https://www.amazon.ca/BLACK-DECKER-W...644582615&th=1
Looking for a better brand.