Hamilton Beach 38522
By Hamilton Beach · Electric Griddles · Kitchen & Cooking · More from Hamilton Beach
- Cooking surface 200 sq in
- Temperature range 200 to 400 F
- Dimensions 26.5 x 10.7 x 3.5 in
- Durathon ceramic nonstick surface
Lowest price seen
~$63.99 (approx.)
from $63.99 at Amazon
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Summary
A large 200 sq in ceramic nonstick electric griddle for cooking big batches at once, with a reversible cord and dishwasher-safe parts. Check the warranty and the 400°F top temperature before you buy, because no independent test of this exact model exists.
Strengths
- The 200 sq in surface cooks a large family meal in one batch.
- Owners report even, consistent heating with no hot or cool spots.
- The ceramic nonstick surface wipes clean easily.
- The reversible cord lets you plug in from either side to suit your counter.
- Griddle, drip tray and base are dishwasher safe with the cord removed.
- Replacement parts are cheap and still sold by the manufacturer.
Weaknesses
- The 400°F maximum is lower than griddles that reach 450°F or higher.
- No independent instrumented test of this model exists, so durability rests on manufacturer claims.
- The predecessor 38518 drew complaints about the nonstick coating wearing off and cord connection problems; whether the 38522 shares them is unknown.
- Macy’s lists “Hand wash” while Hamilton Beach says the parts are dishwasher safe; the conflict is unresolved.
- Hamilton Beach does not publish a weight, and no non-retailer source confirms one.
- The manufacturer site shows the model out of stock while retailers carry it.
Verified specifications
| Model | |
|---|---|
| Cooking surface | 200 square inches. |
| Temperature range | adjustable 200 to 400°F. |
| Nonstick | Durathon ceramic; the manufacturer claims it is 4x more durable than traditional nonstick, PTFE and PFOA free, and resists cracking and peeling. |
| Wattage | 1500 watts, per retailer listings (Hamilton Beach does not publish it). |
| Reversible design | the griddle lifts off the base so the cord can connect from either side. |
| Indicator light | switches off when the set temperature is reached. |
| Cleaning | griddle, drip tray and base are dishwasher safe with the cord removed. |
| Drip tray | removable, catches excess grease. |
| Dimensions | 3.5 H × 26.5 W × 10.7 D in. |
| Parts | drip tray (990216700) and cordset with probe (990337200). |
| Warranty | one year. |
Full research notes and sources
Which model this is
This page covers the Hamilton Beach Durathon Reversible Ceramic Griddle, model 38522, a 200 sq in griddle whose base lets the cord connect from either side. Don’t confuse it with the non-reversible 38521G, a smaller 24.4 × 12.8 in griddle; the discontinued copper-tinted 38519RK; or the 25824 skillet, a different shape. The Amazon listing for this model is ASIN B0CSKMM374. Hamilton Beach first shipped it in 2024, under UPC 040094385225.
Heating and the cooking surface
The 38522 runs from 200 to 400°F on a dial, with a light that goes out once it hits the set temperature. Owners describe even heat across the whole 200 sq in surface and quick warm-up, though nobody has published an instrumented temperature map. Retailer listings put the element at 1500 watts, a figure Hamilton Beach itself doesn’t publish. The 400°F ceiling is the main limit: it is fine for eggs, pancakes and bacon, but it sits below the 450°F and higher that some rival griddles reach, so hard searing is not its strength.
Care, parts and warranty
The griddle, drip tray and base go in the dishwasher with the cord removed, though Macy’s lists “Hand wash” and the discrepancy is unresolved. Hamilton Beach sells the drip tray for $2.99 (part 990216700) and the cordset with probe for $19.99 (part 990337200). The warranty runs one year, per Macy’s product details and Hamilton Beach’s general practice for small appliances; the Use & Care booklet holds the exact terms. The nonstick surface is ceramic, which the company says resists cracking and peeling better than traditional nonstick, but there is no long-term durability test to back that up.
Is it worth it?
At $50 or less the 38522 is strong value for a large ceramic griddle with a reversible cord; between $51 and $65 it is fair to good; above $80 it is hard to justify unless you specifically want the Durathon surface and the reversible design. Hamilton Beach listed it at $63.99 MSRP, while Lowe’s, Walmart and Home Depot each showed $63.45 and Macy’s showed $90.99 (October 2026). The catch is evidence, not the hardware: the 38522 has no independent instrumented review, so you are trusting the manufacturer’s coating claims. If you need higher searing heat, a griddle rated above 400°F is the safer pick.
Sources
Manufacturer:
- Hamilton Beach Durathon Reversible Ceramic Griddle 38522 product page
- Hamilton Beach Drip Tray 990216700 parts page
- Hamilton Beach Warranty Information
- Hamilton Beach Use & Care Guides
Independent reviews:
- Wirecutter — The Best Electric Griddles
- Food Network — 7 Best Electric Griddles of 2026, Tested and Reviewed
- TopElectricGriddles.com — Ceramic Electric Griddles Buying Guide
Owner reports:
- No dedicated owner threads or forum discussions for this model were found.
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