Customer reviews for Whirley Pop Sweet & Easy Snack Machine

Whirley Pop Sweet & Easy Snack Machine

Whirley Pop Sweet & Easy Snack Machine : With its heavy-duty crank, stainless-steel pan and direct-drive stirring mechanism, Whirley Pop's stove-top sensation will work overtime creating crowd-pleasing snacks. The stainless-steel stirrer operates by hand to keep popcorn popping and circulates flavorings without adding extra oil. Just the ticket for movie night at home, The Sweet & Easy Snack Machine adds big-time flavor stirring in ingredients that regular popcorn poppers can't handle: caramel, chocolate or marshmallow toppings. Works equally well blending in creamy cheese sauces or peanuts, pretzels, chocolate bits and shredded wheat for savory trail mixes. Roasts nuts, too. Easy-to-follow recipes included. 6-qt. capacity ensures you'll have plenty for everyone. Aluminum and stainless-steel. Hand wash. 25-year manufacturer warranty. 9"L x 8"W x 7". Product Features Heavy-duty crank with stainless-steel direct-drive stirring mechanism handles sticky ingredients Make sweet or spicy popcorn snacks and trail mixes at home Aluminum base with scratch-resistant, hard-coated anodized lid Easy-to-grip handle stays cool to the touch Instructions with recipes and snack guide included
Overall rating:
4.824 / 5
4.8
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5
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Rating breakdown 17 reviews
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16 out of 17(94%)customers recommend this product.
Customer reviews for Whirley Pop Sweet & Easy Snack Machine
Review 1 for Whirley Pop Sweet & Easy Snack Machine
Overall rating 
5 / 5
5 / 5

Best Stovetop Popcorn Popper Ever!

PostedJune 29, 2011
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Prof5cook
fromLittle Rock
I did not follow the manufacturer’s cooking instructions; I used my secret cooking method for popping popcorn, which would be the best test for this pot. To my surprise, the popcorn came out fluffy and all the kernels popped. I am considering ordering a second pot just in case something happens to my first purchase.
Pros: Stay-cool handle, even cooking, construction, Appearance/ Design /Style, capacity
-1point
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Review 2 for Whirley Pop Sweet & Easy Snack Machine
Overall rating 
5 / 5
5 / 5

Great product!

PostedFebruary 16, 2011
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MommyD
fromSeward, NE
I don't plan to use this for sugary, sticky stuff, just wanted a more durable, stainless steel unit (the lid broke on my last one). I've been very pleased with its performance so far. If you follow the instructions, every last seed will pop! I considered the Waring 12 cup counter top unit but with this 6 cup, you can make two batches in minutes and have alot less to clean up and store!
Pros: Easy to Clean/Wash, easy to use, construction, easy to store, durability, Functional/Useful, capacity
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Review 3 for Whirley Pop Sweet & Easy Snack Machine
Overall rating 
5 / 5
5 / 5

Love it!

PostedJanuary 23, 2011
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janthom
fromMount Ayr, Iowa
I love this popper.Being stainless steel is a big plus and it pops corn so well. I love the crank on top rather than thru the handle.I got one for my grandkids too and they are having a ball with it and using popcorn almost exclusively for snacks now. It's great!!
Pros: Easy to Clean/Wash, Value for Money, Stay-cool handle, quality, Material, Warranty, easy to use, True to Color, even cooking, Heat distribution, construction, size, Tight-fitting lid, Appearance/ Design /Style, Performs Well, easy to store, durability, Functional/Useful, Long-lasting, Weight, capacity
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Review 4 for Whirley Pop Sweet & Easy Snack Machine
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5 / 5
5 / 5

Finally, not a reject!

PostedFebruary 21, 2012
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Maryann68
fromSugar Grove, IL
Age:65 or over
Gender:Female
Cooking Level:Advanced
When I'm in the Kitchen, I become: Cooking Enthusiast
I cannot tell you how many popcorn poppers I have given my husband over the years only to have them returned.
Not so with the Whirley Pop Sweet and Easy Snack machine. This popper works efforlessly and you get a bowl of perfectly popped popcorn every time.
Our over 45 year old 4 quart stainless steel pot can finally retire!
Pros: Stay-cool handle, easy to use, Warranty, even cooking, Heat distribution, construction, size, non-stick, Performs Well, durability, capacity, Easy to Clean/Wash, Value for Money, quality, Material, True to Color, Tight-fitting lid, Appearance/ Design /Style, Functional/Useful, Long-lasting, Weight
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Review 5 for Whirley Pop Sweet & Easy Snack Machine
Overall rating 
4 / 5
4 / 5

This popper makes great tasting popcorn

PostedFebruary 2, 2012
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aw75
fromRivCo, CA
Age:65 or over
Gender:Female
Cooking Level:Advanced
When I'm in the Kitchen, I become: Self-proclaimed Gourmet
Unfortunately it is a bit awkward at times. The lid does not fit easily and stirring it can get tiresome, but overall it is well worth the effort.
Pros: Stay-cool handle, even cooking, durability, Easy to Clean/Wash, easy to store
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Review 6 for Whirley Pop Sweet & Easy Snack Machine
Overall rating 
5 / 5
5 / 5

Great popcorn maker

PostedJanuary 7, 2012
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majopo
fromWisconsin
Age:55 to 64
Gender:Female
Cooking Level:Advanced
When I'm in the Kitchen, I become: Cooking Enthusiast
I had bought a new induction cooktop- then I realized my original whirly pop would no longer work. So began my search for one that would work.
I was happy to find there was a new version of the whirlypop that would work on induction cook tops. And was extremely excited to fine this one works just as well as the original or even better.
There is no better popcorn maker than the whirlypop's. And that this is such a nice heavy material and works well on induction cooktops is just a bonus!
Pros: easy to use, even cooking, construction, Performs Well, capacity, Easy to Clean/Wash, quality, Appearance/ Design /Style
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Review 7 for Whirley Pop Sweet & Easy Snack Machine
Overall rating 
5 / 5
5 / 5

Great popcorn; not ergonomic

PostedJanuary 2, 2012
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MusicMaker
fromBaltimore, MD, USA
Cooking Level:Advanced
We really like this popper. The first batch of kettle corn was perfectly popped and it was easy to clean up. My only complaint is that the handle is not as easy to manage as those poppers where the handle turns vertically off the arm.
Pros: easy to use, Performs Well, Appearance/ Design /Style
Cons: Uncomfortable
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Review 8 for Whirley Pop Sweet & Easy Snack Machine
Overall rating 
5 / 5
5 / 5

Great Popper

PostedMay 2, 2011
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jmcmahon2
fromLees Summit, MO
After owning several aluminum Whirly Poppers, I opted for the stainless steel variety to keep away from aluminum. So far, so good. I really like how sturdy it is, and the top handle works great. I have not made any thick things yet, but regular popcorn taste's fantastic. I use a high quality organic coconut oil, organic popcorn and just lightly salt with sea salt, very healthy snack for my family without all the harmful ingredients of microwave popcorn.
Pros: Easy to Clean/Wash, Stay-cool handle, quality, Material, even cooking, Heat distribution, construction, Appearance/ Design /Style, Heat retention, Performs Well, durability, Long-lasting
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Review 9 for Whirley Pop Sweet & Easy Snack Machine
Overall rating 
5 / 5
5 / 5

Great Pop!

PostedJanuary 15, 2011
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Jada
fromNorthampton, MA
Fantastic stove-top popcorn popper! Our poor old aluminum one was falling apart. This model is sturdy, conducts heat extremely well, super easy to clean, and has nice features to the lid which make handling very easy and practical. A MUST HAVE for any popcorn lover!!!
Pros: Easy to Clean/Wash, Value for Money, Stay-cool handle, quality, Material, Warranty, easy to use, even cooking, Heat distribution, multi-purpose, construction, size, Appearance/ Design /Style, Heat retention, non-stick, Performs Well, durability, Functional/Useful, Long-lasting, Weight, capacity
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Review 10 for Whirley Pop Sweet & Easy Snack Machine
Overall rating 
5 / 5
5 / 5

Most Exciting Gift

PostedDecember 28, 2010
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renragtj
fromMt Gilead North Carolina
Got it for Daughter and G'Kids for Christmas...Helped them enjoy the first popping. Had to go out and purchase more supplies.
Everyone watched and listened as every kernel popped !
Great Flavor
Pros: Easy to Clean/Wash, Value for Money, Stay-cool handle, Variety of Colors, quality, Material, Warranty, easy to use, True to Color, even cooking, Heat distribution, multi-purpose, construction, size, Tight-fitting lid, Appearance/ Design /Style, Heat retention, non-stick, Performs Well, easy to store, durability, Functional/Useful, Long-lasting, Weight, capacity
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Review 11 for Whirley Pop Sweet & Easy Snack Machine
Overall rating 
5 / 5
5 / 5

Awesome corn popper ~ Works on induction cook tops

PostedJuly 31, 2010
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jbthibodeau
fromMobile, AL
I love this corn popper! I was hesitant in buying it after reading a review on here about it is not suitable for induction cook tops. I am glad I researched further and ordered it. This corn popper is made of stainless and is NOT aluminum. Not all stainless will stand up to a magnet test. I have used this several times on my induction cook top and have had no problems with it at all.
I highly recommend this product.
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Review 12 for Whirley Pop Sweet & Easy Snack Machine
Overall rating 
5 / 5
5 / 5

Perfect Design!

PostedJuly 13, 2010
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Sly123456
fromOhio
I have had many Whirly Pops and fake ones too! Give them as gifts many times! Love the new design and the fact it is Stainless Steel pan. It is one of the best gifts I give to friends!
Pros: Appearance/ Design /Style, capacity, construction, durability, Easy to Clean/Wash, easy to store, easy to use, even cooking, Functional/Useful, Heat distribution, Heat retention, Long-lasting, Material, Performs Well, quality, size, Stay-cool handle, Tight-fitting lid, True to Color, Value for Money, Warranty
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Review 13 for Whirley Pop Sweet & Easy Snack Machine
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4 / 5
4 / 5

Love Whirlypop, But Doesn't Work on Induction

PostedJune 18, 2010
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Wfxdl
fromFolsom, CA
I love my old aluminum Whirly Pop, but I'm getting an induction cooktop and I was really sorry to be losing my old popper. So I was thrilled to discover a stainless steel Whirly Pop. But when I unpacked the new Whirly Pop and tested it with a magnet, it was obvious it had an aluminum base. Because it won't work on an induction cooktop, I returned it. Sadly . . .
Pros: Appearance/ Design /Style
Cons: Not as described, not suitable for induction cooktop
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Review 14 for Whirley Pop Sweet & Easy Snack Machine
Overall rating 
5 / 5
5 / 5

Best and practical item purchased

PostedApril 23, 2010
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Marcel
fromStudio City
Very good resulting popcorn's.
Easy to use and easy to clean.
I recommend it to everyone.
Pros: Appearance/ Design /Style, capacity, construction, durability, Easy to Clean/Wash, easy to store, easy to use, even cooking, Functional/Useful, Heat distribution, Long-lasting, Material, multi-purpose, Performs Well, quality, size, Stay-cool handle, Tight-fitting lid, True to Color, Value for Money, Warranty, Weight, steinless steel is a big healthy plus.
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Review 15 for Whirley Pop Sweet & Easy Snack Machine
Overall rating 
5 / 5
5 / 5

Popcorn Freak

PostedApril 23, 2010
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Weimarite
fromWeimar, tx
My favorite snack, meal, lunch, dinner is popcorn! Now I can makeit easily and not burn up my good pans. The stirring action keeps it from burning. Can't wait to make other snacks in cookbook
Pros: Easy to Clean/Wash, easy to use, even cooking, Functional/Useful, Heat distribution, Performs Well, quality, Value for Money
Cons: Handle gets hot
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Review 16 for Whirley Pop Sweet & Easy Snack Machine
Overall rating 
4 / 5
4 / 5

Good Value/Quality

PostedMarch 10, 2010
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LBNDW
fromNebraska
The Whirly Pop is a replacement of our previous less expensive Whirly pop that has plastic gears. We eat a lot of popcorn and used our original Whirly Pop almost daily. When I read the reviews on this upgrade model it sounded like the product for me.
Chefs send the order quickly via FedEx which I appreciate very much!!! The product was in good condition and works excellent. I would purchase this product again and recommend to a friend, no gears, stainless steel construction, lid stays on securely and no aluminum to worry about.
Pros: Appearance/ Design /Style, capacity, construction, durability, Heat retention
+2points
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Review 17 for Whirley Pop Sweet & Easy Snack Machine
Overall rating 
5 / 5
5 / 5

Great Popcorn Popper

PostedJanuary 23, 2010
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tindalsr
fromAlabama
My wife wanted a popcorn popper like this one and I thought it would be a frivolous purchase. To appease her, I ordered it. Much to my surprise, this popper is a wonderful addition to our kitchen. 1) It pops all the kernels. 2) It comes apart for easy cleaning. 3) It is neatly engineered so that the popcorn can be poured from the popper while it is hot.
Pros: Appearance/ Design /Style, capacity, construction, Easy to Clean/Wash, easy to use, Functional/Useful, Performs Well, quality, Stay-cool handle, Tight-fitting lid
+5points
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