Halo
Halo Getaway Griddle
Halo's travel griddle: 289 sq in of pre-seasoned cooktop with two independently controlled zones, and a high-temperature silicone lid that folds flat instead of adding a rigid hood to the packing list. It runs on 1 lb canisters out of the box and on a 20 lb tank with Halo's conversion kit. The grease cup locks, which is the detail that separates a griddle that travels from one that merely can be carried.
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Specifications
Pros
- ✓Two independently controlled zones on a portable, where most travel griddles have one burner
- ✓Silicone lid folds flat rather than being a rigid hood taking up pack space
- ✓Locking grease cup is a genuinely thought-through travel detail
- ✓Runs on 1 lb canisters or a 20 lb tank with the conversion kit, so it works for a weekend or a season
- ✓289 sq in is larger than most 17-inch tabletop griddles at a similar price
Cons
- ✗Halo publishes no weight or folded dimensions, which is the first thing a camper needs to know
- ✗20 lb tank use requires a separately sold conversion kit
- ✗Silicone lid will not hold heat as well as a steel hood for melting and steaming
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