Kenmore Electric Skillet
- Electric Skillet
- 1350 watts
- Limited
- 3
A compact, easy to clean skillet that handles everything from eggs to stews, with a dial that's a bit awkward to read; fine for small kitchens, not for cooking large batches.
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How it ranks among the 28 electric skillets we track
3.8★ across 141 Amazon ratings, Bayesian-smoothed toward the category average.
141 Amazon ratings, weighted on a log scale so huge counts don't drown everything.
Brand identity, imagery, description and spec coverage.
The ProductDome score is separate from the Amazon rating shown above: it combines the Bayesian-smoothed Amazon rating with evidence volume, tracked demand, and data quality across the 28 electric skillets we track - how the scorecard works · full electric skillets data report. Confidence: medium - useful but incomplete evidence.Last refreshed Jun 15, 2026. Data-computed, not a hands-on test. Compiled by the ProductDome Research Team.
Overview
A 12x12 inch nonstick electric skillet with a removable vented glass lid and a dial that runs from warm up to 400F, made for tasks from frying to simmering stews under the Kenmore name.
High sides and a domed glass lid let this skillet handle wetter dishes like stews and pancake batter, not just flat frying. The base and lid are both fully immersible for washing once the cord is unplugged, which is unusual for an electric skillet. A few buyers found the temperature dial partly hidden by the housing, making the current setting hard to read at a glance.
- 12x12 inch nonstick cooking surface
- Removable vented glass lid
- Dial control from warm up to 400F
- 1350 watt heating element
Who it's for
Works for anyone short on stovetop space, including dorm and small kitchen setups, who wants one pan for frying, sauteing, and simmering. Not the choice for someone who wants a large family sized cooking surface, since the plate is a compact 12x12 inches.
What buyers say
From Amazon customer reviews.
Buyers generally praise the even heat, easy cleanup, and simple dial operation. The recurring complaints are a temperature dial that's partly obscured by the housing and hard to read, one unit that never heated properly out of the box, and a burn ring that formed around the heating element on another unit, after which food began sticking.
Strengths and trade-offs
Drawn from this product's published specifications.
- Nonstick surface cleans up with minimal oil
- Fully immersible base and lid once unplugged
- High sides handle stews, not just frying
- Cool touch handles for moving pan to table
- Temperature dial partly hidden, hard to read
- One buyer's unit would not heat properly
- A burn ring formed around the element over time
Performance notes
A 1350 watt element under the nonstick plate is controlled by a dial on the handle, running from a warm setting up to 400F. The high sided design with a vented glass lid lets it move from frying to covered simmering for stews and pancakes. Once unplugged, both the base and lid can be submerged for washing.
Specifications
| Brand | Koolatron |
|---|---|
| Model | KKSK12G |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Item Weight | 5 pounds |
| Item Dimensions D x W x H | 16 × 7 × 12 inches |
| Power & efficiency | |
| Wattage | 1350 watts |
| Voltage | 120 volts |
| Construction & materials | |
| Material | Glass,Tempered |
| Material Type Free | PTFE Free, BPA Free, PFOA Free |
| Color | Grey |
| Included components | |
| Included Components | Detachable power cord, Lid, Skillet base |
| Warranty & support | |
| Warranty Type | Limited |
| Warranty Description | 1 year |
| Other details | |
| Number of settings | 3 |
| Other Special Features of the Product | Non Stick Coating |
| Item Type Name | Electric Skillet |
| Part Number | KKSK12G |
| Product Style | Cooking,Grill |
How it compares
This product against the closest alternatives we track in electric skillets.
| Product | Amazon rating | Ratings | ProductDome score |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kenmore Electric SkilletThis product | 3.8 / 5 | 141 | 3.6 / 5 |
| Presto 06857 16-inch Electric Foldaway SkilletPresto | 4.7 / 5 | 15,900 | 4.7 / 5 |
| Elite Gourmet EG-6203# Extra Deep 16"x13"Elite Gourmet | 4.6 / 5 | 9,200 | 4.7 / 5 |
| bella Make & Take Electric SkilletBella | 4.5 / 5 | 16,600 | 4.5 / 5 |
| 8-Inch Nonstick Electric Skillet with Glass LidBrentwood | 4.6 / 5 | 856 | 4.4 / 5 |
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Questions about the Koolatron KKSK12G
Common buyer questions answered straight from the product spec data - no fluff, no "it depends".
Can the Kenmore electric skillet go in water for cleaning?
Yes, once the cord is disconnected both the base and the glass lid can be washed by hand, including submerging them.
What temperature range does the Kenmore skillet's dial cover?
The control dial on the handle runs from a warm setting up to 400F (204C).
Is this skillet only good for frying?
No, the high sides and vented glass lid let it handle stews, pancakes, and other one pot meals in addition to frying.