Bella 10.5 x 20 in Ceramic Copper Titanium Griddle: problems, parts and running costs

Checked: 2026-10-23

Summary

Discontinued Bella electric griddle with a 10.5 x 20 in ceramic copper-titanium nonstick plate and a removable thermostat probe. Common complaints are uneven heat across the plate, coating buildup, and short cord reach; no verified replacement probe exists. Running cost is mainly electricity, about $19.50 per year at an assumed $0.25 per kWh for 30 minutes twice weekly, and it is a reasonable buy only at $20-25 or less delivered, new, complete with the original probe.

Common problems and fixes

Uneven heat across the plate — some owners report one side running hotter and food burning at normal dial settings, while others report fairly consistent heating; no measured temperature map exists. The manual says the probe can lose calibration if dropped and prohibits substituting a different probe. Warranty covers defects in material and workmanship within the limited two-year term, not normal wear. [4][5][2][3]
Coating buildup and harder cleaning over time — users report good initial release, while older buyer accounts mention buildup and cleaning challenges; cooking spray, high heat, metal tools and abrasives shorten nonstick life. Hand-wash only after cooling and removing the probe; not dishwasher safe. Worn coating is not guaranteed replacement. [2][3][4]
Short cord and awkward routing — multiple owners mention short reach, with one noting right-side exit makes routing awkward; manual says do not use an extension cord, so outlet placement is a constraint. [2][4]
Dial is a setting, not a measured plate temperature — indicator light cycles on and off; some owners lower the setting below recipe suggestions; about 10 minutes preheat recommended. [2][5]
Not dishwasher safe / hand-wash care — body and tray hand-washed after removing probe; probe and cord must not be submerged; baking soda paste for stains. [2][3]

Parts and consumables

Cleaning supplies — mild dish detergent and optional baking soda for stains; no branded consumables or scheduled replacement parts. [2]

Yearly running cost

Electricity is the main ongoing cost; no required annual consumables or subscriptions. If the nameplate confirms 1500 W, running the heater at full draw for 30 minutes twice weekly for 52 weeks uses 78 kWh per year, about $19.50 at an assumed $0.25 per kWh. A single hour at full 1500 W draw is 1.5 kWh, about $0.375 at the same assumed rate. Thermostat cycling, warmup, cooking load and actual wattage change the result; the 1500 W figure comes from a shipping record, not a meter test. No cleaning water or detergent cost was quantified. [2][13]

When it is a good buy

At $20-25 or less delivered, new, complete with the original probe and a real return option, it is a reasonable buy for someone who wants a wide cheap griddle and accepts hand washing. Above $25-30, a newer Bella 10 x 20 in EverGood griddle (model 35112-016A) is the better choice: Home Depot listed it at $24.99 and Best Buy around $39.99 (store prices, checked October 2026). At $40 or above, the Bella 10 x 20 in with warming tray (model 35113-016A) at $39.99 from Home Depot adds a removable dishwasher-safe warming tray, or a Presto 07061 22-in ceramic griddle offers removable handles and published service parts. Best Buy retains a $39.99 price annotation for the BLA14606 but marks it unavailable new. Alternatives: Bella 35112-016A for current availability and a fresh warranty; Bella 35113-016A for a warming tray; Presto 07061 for serviceability and storage. [1][4][8][9][10][11]