Gina H., United States
Reviewed in the United States on March 29, 2025
This warmer works great, heats up quickly and maintains a steady, high temperature to keep dishes hot for the entire meal. It’s spacious, allowing for multiple dishes at once, and it's definitely much more convenient than running back and forth to the stove to retrieve food you're trying to keep hot. It's cheaper than a hostess trolley by a lot, but bear in mind a hostess trolley would fit more dishes. That said, I'm not usually cooking for an invading army, so this size is perfectly fine for me!Ease of use & safety:• Super easy to clean, just a quick wipe with a damp cloth does the job.• Child lock feature prevents accidental setting changes, which is a thoughtful touch.• While it won’t cause burns, anyone touching it on the highest setting will definitely pull away fast.A few things to keep in mind:• On the highest setting, dry foods (without sauce or liquid) might dry out over time.• If you’re placing this on a fancy or delicate table, consider using a buffer underneath it, just to be safe.• Don’t pour liquid on it, but a small splash from food won’t cause any harm.• The temperature settings are limited to presets, so you can’t fine-tune the heat incrementally. Personally, I find the preset options work just fine.If you have cats, they'll develop an immediate love of it, and will try to take it over as a personal warming pad...I’m deducting one star because the temperature display is in Celsius only, with no option to switch to Fahrenheit. This seems like a simple feature that should be included, especially for buyers who primarily use Fahrenheit. Also, the instructions are truly terrible but happily you won’t need them. It’s very intuitive to use.Overall, this warmer is a solid addition to the kitchen - fast, convenient, and easy to use. Just keep the couple of quirks in mind, and you’ll be happy with it. As will your cat.Disclaimer: As a participant in Amazon’s Vine Program, I receive some products for free to review. However, as a longtime Amazon customer, my reviews are always honest and unbiased. The Vine Program requires truthful feedback, whether positive, neutral, or negative.
RRRJ
Reviewed in the United States on April 29, 2025
As a busy dad who somehow became the neighborhood BBQ guru, this mat is my secret weapon for keeping the "oohs" and "ahhs" going all night. That 5-level heat dial? Gold. I’ll crank it to level 4 for my smoked brisket (gotta keep that bark crispy but the fat rendered) while keeping cornbread at level 2 so it doesn’t turn into sawdust. The 4-hour timer got me through last week’s Fourth of July block party – my buffalo dip stayed lava-hot till the fireworks without me babysitting.The silicone surface? Bulletproof. My buddy spilled an entire IPA on it during the game, and I just hosed it off in the yard. Still works like new. And the child lock? Non-negotiable. My 6-year-old’s obsessed with “helping” by mashing buttons, but now she can’t accidentally nuke my smoked wings into jerky.Folds up thinner than my grill tongs – toss it in my cooler for camping trips. Used it under my Dutch oven at a tailgate, and my buddies swore I rigged it with black magic. Only downside? My wife keeps stealing it for her “fancy cheese nights” with the book club. Pro tip: Hide it before she notices. Worth every penny just to never hear “Is this still warm? ” again.
Xuebin Huang
Reviewed in the United States on April 17, 2025
Let me tell you, this heating mat is an absolute game-changer for my family dinners and Sunday football gatherings. As someone who's burned one too many dips by leaving them on the stove, the 5-level temp control is genius – I keep my spinach-artichoke dip at level 3 for that perfect gooey texture without scorching the edges, while my husband's chili stays piping hot at level 5. The timer? Lifesaver.I set it to 4 hours during the Cowboys game and our apps stayed warm right through overtime without drying out.What really sold me is how indestructible this thing feels – my toddler once smeared mashed potatoes all over it and I just wiped it down with a Clorox wipe. No stains, no weird smells. Plus that child lock? 100% necessary in my house. My three-year-old thinks the glowing buttons are his personal drum set, but now he can whack it all day without turning my cheese plate into a lava pit.I throw it in my diaper bag for potlucks – folds up smaller than my makeup case. Used it under my slow cooker at tailgate last week and people thought I was some kind of kitchen wizard. Only thing missing? Maybe a wine bottle holder attachment. But seriously, if you've ever served cold queso to guests or rewarmed coffee three times, this thing's a no-brainer.