Hamilton Beach Professional Style Electric vs Presto Dual Daddy Electric Deep
Both made our Best Deep Fryers for Fried Chicken shortlist, at #1 and #2. Here's how they differ and who each one suits.
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Quick verdict
Choose the Hamilton Beach Professional Style Electric Deep Fryer 35036 if you want 1800W immersed element recovers heat fast when cold chicken drops the oil temperature. Choose the Presto Dual Daddy Electric Deep Fryer if you'd rather have real deep fry performance at the lowest price point in the category. Overall we rank the Hamilton Beach Professional Style Electric Deep Fryer 35036 higher: #1 versus #2 in our Best Deep Fryers for Fried Chicken list.
Winner overall: Hamilton Beach Professional Style Electric Deep Fryer 35036
Hamilton Beach Professional Style Electric Deep Fryer 35036 vs Presto Dual Daddy Electric Deep Fryer compared
Every difference that matters, in one table.
| Attribute | ||
|---|---|---|
| Our ranking | #1 of 4 in Best Deep Fryers for Fried Chicken | #2 of 4 in Best Deep Fryers for Fried Chicken |
| Pick label | Best overall | Best overall |
| Brand | Hamilton Beach | Presto |
| Key features | 4.5-liter / 19-cup oil capacity; 1800W immersed heating element; Two baskets included | Dual-well design with removable divider; 1500W element; Automatic thermostat |
| Biggest strength | 1800W immersed element recovers heat fast when cold chicken drops the oil temperature | Real deep fry performance at the lowest price point in the category |
| Main trade-off | Large footprint takes up real counter space compared to compact fryers | 1500W element is the slowest to recover of any fryer covered on this site |
| Best for | fried chicken | Most buyers |
Which should you buy?
#1 pick · Best overall
Choose the Hamilton Beach Professional Style Electric Deep Fryer 35036 if…
- 1800W immersed element recovers heat fast when cold chicken drops the oil temperature
- Two baskets let you fry dark and white meat in separate batches without waiting on cleanup
- 4.5-liter capacity fits enough oil to fully submerge 6 to 8 bone-in pieces at once
Best for: fried chicken
Prefer the alternative? See the Presto Dual Daddy Electric Deep Fryer section.
#2 pick · Best overall
Choose the Presto Dual Daddy Electric Deep Fryer if…
- Real deep fry performance at the lowest price point in the category
- Removable divider lets you fry two different foods without mixing flavors
- Automatic thermostat holds temperature without manual adjustment
Prefer the alternative? See the Hamilton Beach Professional Style Electric Deep Fryer 35036 section.
Pros and cons of each
Hamilton Beach Professional Style Electric Deep Fryer 35036
Pros
- 1800W immersed element recovers heat fast when cold chicken drops the oil temperature
- Two baskets let you fry dark and white meat in separate batches without waiting on cleanup
- 4.5-liter capacity fits enough oil to fully submerge 6 to 8 bone-in pieces at once
- Removable heating element and enamel-coated tank are dishwasher safe
Cons
- Large footprint takes up real counter space compared to compact fryers
- No digital timer, so you're tracking time separately
- Two baskets means two things to store between uses
Presto Dual Daddy Electric Deep Fryer
Pros
- Real deep fry performance at the lowest price point in the category
- Removable divider lets you fry two different foods without mixing flavors
- Automatic thermostat holds temperature without manual adjustment
- Nonstick cast aluminum body cleans up fast, an underrated feature at this price
- Highest customer rating of any fryer in this roundup
Cons
- 1500W element is the slowest to recover of any fryer covered on this site
- 8-cup capacity limits batches to small portions per well
- No digital timer or viewing window
Hamilton Beach Professional Style Electric Deep Fryer 35036 vs Presto Dual Daddy Electric Deep Fryer: common questions
Which is better, the Hamilton Beach Professional Style Electric Deep Fryer 35036 or the Presto Dual Daddy Electric Deep Fryer?
Choose the Hamilton Beach Professional Style Electric Deep Fryer 35036 if you want 1800W immersed element recovers heat fast when cold chicken drops the oil temperature. Choose the Presto Dual Daddy Electric Deep Fryer if you'd rather have real deep fry performance at the lowest price point in the category. Overall we rank the Hamilton Beach Professional Style Electric Deep Fryer 35036 higher: #1 versus #2 in our Best Deep Fryers for Fried Chicken list.
What is the difference between the Hamilton Beach Professional Style Electric Deep Fryer 35036 and the Presto Dual Daddy Electric Deep Fryer?
The Hamilton Beach Professional Style Electric Deep Fryer 35036 stands out because 1800W immersed element recovers heat fast when cold chicken drops the oil temperature, while the Presto Dual Daddy Electric Deep Fryer stands out because real deep fry performance at the lowest price point in the category. The trade-offs differ too: the Hamilton Beach Professional Style Electric Deep Fryer 35036's main caveat is that large footprint takes up real counter space compared to compact fryers, and the Presto Dual Daddy Electric Deep Fryer's is that 1500W element is the slowest to recover of any fryer covered on this site.
Is the Hamilton Beach Professional Style Electric Deep Fryer 35036 worth it over the Presto Dual Daddy Electric Deep Fryer?
For most buyers, yes: it's our #1 pick. Consider the Presto Dual Daddy Electric Deep Fryer instead if large footprint takes up real counter space compared to compact fryers is a deal-breaker for you.
Who should buy the Presto Dual Daddy Electric Deep Fryer instead of the Hamilton Beach Professional Style Electric Deep Fryer 35036?
The Presto Dual Daddy Electric Deep Fryer suits buyers whose priorities match its strengths, while the Hamilton Beach Professional Style Electric Deep Fryer 35036 is best for fried chicken.