Presto PopLite 04820 Popcorn Maker

Presto PopLite 04820 Popcorn Maker

 4.26 (58 reviews)

This popular corn popper pops with hot air, not oil, for a healthy, low-calorie treat. It offers a faster, healthier, and more economical choice than microwave bag popcorn. Use regular or gourmet popcorn with terrific results - virtually no unpopped kernels. Up to 18 cups of gourmet popcorn are popped in less than 2 1/2 minutes, up to 40 percent faster than other leading hot air poppers. Butter...

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Presto 04820 Poplite Hot Air Popcorn Popper Maker
PRESTO 04820 POPLITE HOT AIR POPCORN MAKER Product Features Handy measuring cup doubles as a butter melter;14 by 9 by 6-1/2-inch.Makes up to 18 cups in less than 2-1/2-minutes Produces virtually no unpopped kernels with either regular or gourmet popcorn Faster and more economical than microwave-bag popcorn Electric popper uses hot air, not oil, for a healthy, low-calorie treat Product Description Plug in Prestos PopLite and the party begins. In less than 2-1/2 minutes youll have up to 18more
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Presto 114316 04820 Poplite Hot Air Corn Popper + Free Shipping
Presto 114316 04820 PopLite Hot Air Corn Popper Product Features Handy measuring cup doubles as a butter melter;14 by 9 by 6-1/2-inch. Makes up to 18 cups in less than 2-1/2-minutes Produces virtually no unpopped kernels with either regular or gourmet popcorn Faster and more economical than microwave-bag popcorn Electric popper uses hot air, not oil, for a healthy, low-calorie treat Plug in Prestos PopLite and the party begins. In less than 2-1/2 minutes youll have up to 18 cups--two largmore
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Presto 114316 04820 Poplite Hot Air Corn Popper Fresh Popcorn Maker
Visit Our Store! Presto 114316 04820 PopLite Hot Air Corn Popper Free Expedited Shipping! (3 Business Days) Item Description: Review Plug in Prestos PopLite and the party begins. In less than 2-1/2 minutes youll have up to 18 cups--two large bowlfuls--of fluffy popcorn with virtually no unpopped kernels. And because the machine uses hot air instead of oil, the resulting snack is healthier and lower in calories. Thats not to say you cant add butter; in fact, the 1/2-cup measuring cupmore
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PopLite Hot Air Corn Popper - Presto 04820
Remember Saturday Night Specials on TV with a big bowl of real air-popped popcorn? Enjoy that distinct and unadulterated taste again with the PopLite hot air corn popper from Presto. Have a nutritious snack without the additives and extra calories of microwave bags. The Presto PopLite popper features a unique airflow design that pops kernels thoroughly and more quickly than other methods leaving you with fluffier popcorn and fewer unpopped kernels in under three minutes. The removable measuring cup doubles as a butter melter and adds extra flavor to your snack as the popped kernels are directed into the serving bowl directly from the popper. The PopLite hot air corn popper has a modern white exterior that is sure to compliment any kitchen décor. It is easy to use and cleanup is a breeze. Enjoy popcorn the way it was meant to be served from Presto. Type: Popcorn Features: This popper offers a faster, healthier, and more economical choice than microwave bag popcorn. Use regular or gourmet popcorn with terrific results -- virtually no unpopped kernels. Up to 18 cups of gourmet popcorn are popped in less than 2.5 minutes. Butter melter doubles as a handy measuring cup. Chute directs popcorn right into your bowl. 120 volts AC, 1440 watts Capacity: 4.5 Quarts Hot Air: Yes Parts: 1 year limitedmore
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Presto PopLite Hot Air Corn Popper - 04820
This popular corn popper pops with hot air not oil for a healthy low-calorie treat. It offers a faster healthier and more economical choice than microwave bag popcorn. Use regular or gourmet popcorn with terrific results - virtually no unpopped kernels. Up to 18 cups of gourmet popcorn are popped in less than 2 1/2 minutes up to 40 percent faster than other leading hot air poppers. Butter melter doubles as a handy measuring cup. 1-year limited warranty. 120 volts AC 1440 watts.more
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New - PopLite Hot Air Corn Popper by Presto - 4820
Pops regular or gourmet popcorn with hot air not oil for a healthy low-calorie snack. Faster healthier and more economical than microwave bag popcorn. Pops up to 18 cups of popcorn in less than 2 1/2 minutes with virtually no unpopped kernels. Butter melter doubles as a handy measuring cup.more
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Presto 04820 PopLite hot air corn popper
This popular corn popper pops with hot air not oil for a healthy low-calorie treat. It offers a faster healthier and more economical choice than microwave bag popcorn. Use regular or gourmet popcorn with terrific results - virtually no unpopped kernels. Up to 18 cups of gourmet popcorn are popped in less than 2 1/2 minutes up to 40 percent faster than other leading hot air poppers. Butter melter doubles as a handy measuring cup. 1-year limited warranty. 120 volts AC 1440 watts.more
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NEW PopLite Hot Air Corn Popper - 04820
Pops regular or gourmet popcorn with hot air, not oil, for a healthy, low-calorie snack. Faster, healthier, and more economical than microwave bag popcorn. Pops up to 18 cups of popcorn in less than 2 1/2 minutes with virtually no unpopped kernels. Butter melter doubles as a handy measuring cup.more
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Product Description

This popular corn popper pops with hot air, not oil, for a healthy, low-calorie treat. It offers a faster, healthier, and more economical choice than microwave bag popcorn. Use regular or gourmet popcorn with terrific results - virtually no unpopped kernels. Up to 18 cups of gourmet popcorn are popped in less than 2 1/2 minutes, up to 40 percent faster than other leading hot air poppers. Butter melter doubles as a handy measuring cup. 2-year limited warranty. 120 volts AC, 1440 watts.

Product Specification Chart

Product MPN
MPN
637993
Warranty
Warranty
2 Years
Key Features
Power
1440 Watts
Cook Type
Hot Air
Miscellaneous
UPC
75741048208
Product ID
20700068

Product Reviews

Presto PopLite Hot Air Popper: Best for the truly health-conscious
from trailrider60 on Tuesday, September 20, 2011
3.0 / 5.0
 Pros:
 Machine itself is inexpensive Makes popcorn using hot air instead of oil
 Cons:
 Not quicker than using a microwave Finished product tastes like paper
Bottom Line: Does not save time vs. using a microwave; best for the truly health-conscious person.
Review: I bought my Presto PopLite Hot Air Popper (stock #04820) because I heard John Tesh say on one of his...
Presto PopLite- Worth the money
from dl9335 on Thursday, June 16, 2011
3.0 / 5.0
 Pros:
 Great tasting popcorn, light weight, easy to use
 Cons:
 Wastes A lot of kernels, doesn't make a lot of popcorn, very loud
Bottom Line: If you only want to spend a little then this is what you want, if you can spend a little more money get something better.
Review: This product is a great way to make popcorn. The design is somewhat lightweight, it can be taken apa...
Presto PopLite Popcorn Maker works for me
from gaelkm on Monday, April 18, 2011
5.0 / 5.0
 Pros:
 hot, fresh popcorn -- simple to make, few calories, no cleanup, what's not to like?
 Cons:
 nothing for us.
Bottom Line: great-tasting popcorn, fast and simple to make, virtually no clean-up, durable machine, perfect design.
Review: There are lots and lots of reviews about the Presto PopLite Popcorn Maker. Hopefully this one will b...
Popcorn! have it your way
from biboune00 on Wednesday, April 06, 2011
5.0 / 5.0
 Pros:
 It makes healthy popcorn without the risk of burning it.
 Cons:
 None.
Bottom Line: I recommend this unit because it allows you to make popcorn out of the kitchen and it is virtually impossible to mess up while using it.
Review: I was looking for a healthy alternative for my children snacks, since I don't own a microwave (by ch...
Christmas POPS!!!! As Will The New Year
from GaryD on Tuesday, January 18, 2011
4.0 / 5.0
 Pros:
 Easy to use, easy to clean, Fast popcorn in minutes.
 Cons:
 Recieved as gift but no cons at present.
Bottom Line: Fast, fun affordable, healthy snack maker great for everyone and the entire family. A must have for movie night at home.
Review: THE GIFT One Of the Christmas gifts I received this year was the Presto PopLite 04820 Popcorn Maker....
Healthy alternative to oil-popped corn
from choirkid on Tuesday, January 26, 2010
4.0 / 5.0
 Pros:
 Pops very quickly and efficiently; price is right
 Cons:
 Has no simple on/off button
Bottom Line: Great for putting those New Years resolutions into practice.
Review: Popcorn can be a fun and healthy snack when it's not been cooked in loads of oil. Unfortunately, the...
A faster, healthier alternative to microwave or stovetop popcorn
from jenareu on Tuesday, December 29, 2009
5.0 / 5.0
 Pros:
 Quick, easy, healthy alternative to microwave/stovetop popcorn; tastier results than expected
 Cons:
 A couple kernels popped in the bowl , which sent a bit of popcorn flying
Bottom Line: I recommend this popcorn maker to any popcorn lover seeking a healthier, faster, and cheaper alternative to microwave popcorn.
Review: I like popcorn of all kinds. Kettlecorn, buttered, caramel - I'll eat it almost any way. But after y...
Presto PopLight Popcorn Maker: Retire Your Microwave as You Popcorn Popper
from mmcphee on Saturday, November 28, 2009
4.0 / 5.0
 Pros:
 Delicious, inexpensive, healthy popcorn
 Cons:
 Need huge bowl, a little noisy, no on-off switch
Bottom Line: Our Presto PopLight Popcorn Maker pops up a delicious, huge bowl of healthy popcorn.
Review: Like many people we use our microwave to reheat food and make popcorn. However, when we changed our...
Presto 04820 PopLite Popcorn Maker
from hvarmit on Monday, September 07, 2009
4.0 / 5.0
 Pros:
 makes a bowl of popcorn in minutes, healthier popcorn than microwave variety
 Cons:
 sprays stray unpopped kernels everywhere
Bottom Line: While it doesn't pop every kernel, the Presto PopLite Popcorn Maker is still a decent popper and the end result is a bowl of light, fluffy popcorn.
Review: My daughter likes popcorn more than I do, and it's one of her favorite snacks. I buy the microwaveab...
Great popper at a great price!
from baileygirl10 on Monday, January 12, 2009
5.0 / 5.0
 Pros:
 Pops almost every kernel! Low price, great design.
 Cons:
 I really have no complaints about this!
Review: After a miserable experience with the Helman Group's Retro Series air popper, we found this unit at...
The Worst Kitchen Gadget My Husband Has Purchased Yet
from dev-n-diva on Sunday, January 04, 2009
2.0 / 5.0
 Pros:
 getting rid of it
 Cons:
 Everything
Bottom Line: I just can not find anything I really like about this popcorn popper.
Review: All of my family members insist on having popcorn when we watch a movie. I had grown up with popcorn...
Fast, Easy, Clean
from ilovecake70 on Tuesday, December 30, 2008
4.0 / 5.0
 Pros:
 Fast, easy clean up, and cheap
 Cons:
 None so far
Bottom Line: For a fast fix of popcorn which is healthier go with this
Review: I love popcorn to no end but buying the microwave stuff just was not cutting it anymore not only was...
What a great popper, Presto!
from sixhotpeppers on Tuesday, August 05, 2008
5.0 / 5.0
 Pros:
 Easy to Use, Easy to Clean, Saves Money
 Cons:
 No on/off switch
Bottom Line: This appliance is a must have. I would recommend this to anyone at all!
Review: I honestly have never owned a better small appliance than the Presto PopLite Hot Air Corn Popper. I...
popcorn anyone?!
from catladyfromnpt on Monday, March 31, 2008
5.0 / 5.0
 Pros:
 hot popcorn in less than 5 minutes
 Cons:
 doesn't have an on and off switch
Bottom Line: I'd recommend this popcorn maker to anyone who wants healthier snack alternatives.
Review: I can't even remember when I got this popcorn maker, I think it was sometime when I was a teenager a...
Abracadabra, Presto
from snowflake224 on Thursday, February 28, 2008
3.0 / 5.0
 Pros:
 air popped is a healthy, fat free option
 Cons:
 just about everything else
Bottom Line: Out of what is on the market for air poppers, this is a decent machine.
Review: Background:: After a couple years of stomach related problems, I sought the advice of a nutritionist...
Great Popcorn!
from cr8trand on Wednesday, February 06, 2008
5.0 / 5.0
 Pros:
 Great popcorn, ease of cleaning, healthier corn
 Cons:
 generates a lot of heat while popping
Bottom Line: If you like light airy popcorn, try this method of popping.
Review: Well, popcorn has always been my "filler food" to eat when im hungry, but I have always been less th...
Better than microwave popcorn for sure!
from wonder1981 on Sunday, January 06, 2008
4.0 / 5.0
 Pros:
 Good popcorn, ability to season or not season
 Cons:
 No off switch
Bottom Line: I would recommend it because it produces great popcorn.
Review: I purchased the Presto PopLite Popcorn Maker a few years ago. I was tired of microwave popcorn due t...
Taller than the competition, so it works better
from share_info on Sunday, August 05, 2007
5.0 / 5.0
 Pros:
 pops more kernels than other air poppers, no need for oil
 Cons:
 no power switch, could use an accessory bowl
Bottom Line: I would definitely recommend this product over the competition. I personally find air popping better than other methods, and this air popper is the best I found.
Review: I bought this popper after returning a "Kitchen Gourmet," and the Presto is much better. I knew ther...
It's Not Rocket Science
from Natasha37 on Monday, November 27, 2006
5.0 / 5.0
 Pros:
 Inexpensive, easy to use, fast
 Cons:
 none if used correctly
Bottom Line: With a few tricks to proper use, this little machine will save you money, time and calories.
Review: When used to the best of its ability and filled with quality kernels, this popcorn maker will create...
A PERFORMANCE & RELIABILITY
from anniesjunkmail on Saturday, October 28, 2006
5.0 / 5.0
 Pros:
 Excellent Value, Fast, Reliable
 Cons:
 On/Off is plug only. Butter melter not very easy to use or clean.
Review: My husband eats popcorn EVERY nite (and I mean EVERY nite). We don't use the butter melter, as we sp...
Poor design, and Presto knows it.
from danadahlstrom on Friday, June 24, 2005
1.0 / 5.0
 Pros:
 pops some of the popcorn
 Cons:
 unpopped kernels popcorn all over the kitchen slow popping no power switch insufficiently heat-resistant lid
Bottom Line: Buy something else. Far superior models (like those made by West Bend) cost less.
Review: From the instructions that come with the machine: NOTE: The cover is made of a costly material which...
The Best Family Investment, Ever.
from Audrey1978 on Wednesday, March 09, 2005
5.0 / 5.0
 Pros:
 Fast Healthy Snack Food, Easy Clean up!
 Cons:
 Would love it more if it had a on/off switch instead of plug/replug.
Bottom Line: Don't waste your money buying box after box of microwave popcorn. In the same amount of time, you can have a better tasting and healthier treat!
Review: My family and I are "popcorn-a-holics". We spent THOUSANDS of dollars over the years on microwave po...
Do you remember the fresh popcorn that you used to get at the movies?
from Jenniag on Thursday, March 03, 2005
5.0 / 5.0
 Pros:
 Fresh, hot popcorn that never burns.
 Cons:
 Toward the end of popping you may get a shooting kernel.
Bottom Line: The Presto Poplite Popcorn maker produces hot, fresh popcorn that never burns.
Review: After I purchased a new microwave oven I was never able to cook microwave popcorn perfectly again. I...
A Messy Little Nightmare
from partyhat7 on Tuesday, March 01, 2005
1.0 / 5.0
 Pros:
 Cheap cost
 Cons:
 This machine has no redeeming qualities.
Bottom Line: Avoid if possible. Lousy design that makes a mess of the area it is being used in.
Review: I've had mine for 3 long years. What a lousy little machine to inflict upon lovers of air popped cor...
An Air Popper That Really Works!
from crusader69 on Sunday, January 30, 2005
5.0 / 5.0
 Pros:
 Pops virtually every kernel, easy to use, well designed.
 Cons:
 No on/off switch.
Review: This air popper may run about $5.00 more than other brands, but is well worth the price because it d...
The Great Pop-off
from kenprospero on Thursday, May 01, 2003
3.0 / 5.0
 Pros:
 Two pieces, simple to use, simple to clean, pops most kernals.
 Cons:
 No Off Switch, Flimsy Construction, Worse taste than Salton.
Bottom Line: Solid performer for what it is. I have a mild preference for the Salton PC2, but that's just a personal preference.
Review: The above title sounds somewhat like a Russian Trapeze Artist, doesn't it. I'm using it b...
Watch corn popper or your "fired".
from thefax on Tuesday, March 11, 2003
1.0 / 5.0
 Pros:
 Uses hot air to pop corn.
 Cons:
 Motors burn out quickly. No on/off switch.
Bottom Line: Not recommended. Motor burn-outs can cause fire. No on/off switch causes live plug in/out.
Review: Purchased two (2) Presto Poplites from Sears over the last year-and-a-half as it was the only one th...
Presto PopLite -- Popcorn has never tasted this bad before.
from CyndiA on Saturday, September 08, 2001
2.0 / 5.0
 Pros:
 Healthy. Fast. Easy. Inexpensive.
 Cons:
 The popcorn tastes like cardboard.
Bottom Line: This is a good idea, but I don't like plain air popped popcorn one bit.
Review: Picture the big bucket of popcorn at the theater with extra butter and lots of salt. You can pro...
A PopcornAholic Speaks...
from Shyra2 on Tuesday, June 19, 2001
5.0 / 5.0
 Pros:
 inexpensive, easy to use
 Cons:
 none
Bottom Line: If you make popcorn frequently the Presto PopLite Popcorn Popper 4820 is surely worth buying.
Review: My name is Shyra2 and I am... A PopcornAholic. However, I can NOT stand movie theater popcor...
Faster than a microwave and more healthy too
from caithnessfan on Tuesday, May 29, 2001
5.0 / 5.0
 Pros:
 Fast, lid compartment for melting butter Easy to clean.
 Cons:
 No on off switch, must be constantly overseen while on
Bottom Line: Inexpensive, easy to use, and fast working. Makes pop corn in about 2 min and easy to clean.
Review: I recently got on the scales and immediately determined that they were LYING. While...
Pop goes the Presto 'cuz the Presto goes pop!
from elementx999 on Saturday, April 28, 2001
5.0 / 5.0
 Pros:
 Fast popping, Easy assembly, Easy cleaning, Safe enough for kids, Built-in butter melter
 Cons:
 No on/off switch.. Cant think of anything else
Bottom Line: Everyone should own one, it entertains while it cooks!
Review: This is actually a fun appliance. You get to see your popcorn popping. Even more than the fun factor...
Healthy popcorn in minutes
from ar_c on Friday, March 16, 2001
4.0 / 5.0
 Pros:
 Good, grease free popcorn
 Cons:
 no power switch
Bottom Line: Easy and quick way to make popcorn - cheaper than microwave popcorn.
Review: Anybody can operate this thing - put the popcorn in, plug it in, then catch the popcorn in a bowl. F...
HOT AIR IN MY OWN WORDS
from grandgram on Tuesday, December 26, 2000
5.0 / 5.0
 Pros:
 Always ready, Needs no repairs
 Cons:
 No on/off switch
Review: To say that I use hot air is an understatement. I use hot air in my hair dryer, my clothes dryer, m...
Popcorn Addicts Dream
from iamadj4u on Saturday, November 04, 2000
5.0 / 5.0
 Pros:
 Great light popcorn, easy clean up
 Cons:
 none
Review: I absolutely love this popcorn maker. In fact I'm on my second one. We make popcorn at least twice...
Doing its job and doing it good
from DSG102 on Saturday, November 04, 2000
5.0 / 5.0
 Pros:
 easy to use, basically everything
 Cons:
 none
Review: Popcorn, one of the best foods ever. But, popcorn is fattening, especially those bags where you hav...
Worth Its Salt!
from Frugal-Moms on Wednesday, October 18, 2000
5.0 / 5.0
 Pros:
 durable, easy to use, great popcorn
 Cons:
 none I can think of
Review: You know a popcorn popper is good when you buy it already pretty "well seasoned" at a gara...
Healthy, clean, efficient, and fast
from Solar on Sunday, June 11, 2000
5.0 / 5.0
 Pros:
 Healthy, clean, efficient and fast
 Cons:
 none
Review: I used to cook popcorn by heating a layer of oil in a pot, then adding popcorn and letting it pop....
Actually very usefull
from veganweb on Friday, June 09, 2000
4.0 / 5.0
 Pros:
 Easy to use and quick.
 Cons:
 Salt doesn't stick to dry popcorn.
Review: I had never been one to use an air popper. They always seemed like something that was useless, you...
Yummy popcorn
from Juley on Monday, May 22, 2000
5.0 / 5.0
 Pros:
 Quick, no more waiting
 Cons:
 ?
Review: I bought my popcorn popper, because I was tired of the clean up after cooking it on the stove, and m...
"Anyone want some popcorn?"
from BlackBear on Monday, April 17, 2000
4.0 / 5.0
 Pros:
 Great for fast snacks and party favors
 Cons:
 Needs to be watched constantly when in use
Review: That's possibly the most common phrase in my house. Between my roommate and myself, we often find ou...
Simply the Best
from dkbassets on Tuesday, January 25, 2000
5.0 / 5.0
 Pros:
 fast, yummy popcorn
 Cons:
 none
Review: My family loves popcorn. We eat it nearly every night. We were buying the microwave popcorn but then...
Great and good for you
from k99jd01 on Tuesday, January 25, 2000
5.0 / 5.0
 Pros:
 great snack, good for you
 Cons:
 none
Review: This popcorn popper makes popcorn without adding any oil or butter. You don't have to add anything...
What Could be Easier?
from jeri_coleman on Friday, January 14, 2000
5.0 / 5.0
 Pros:
 Low fat, really easy
 Cons:
 none
Review: We received the Presto Poplite popcorn popper as a Christmas gift almost 5 years ago. You can ask an...
Non Fat Popcorn
from NANAD99 on Thursday, January 13, 2000
5.0 / 5.0
 Pros:
 dependable
 Cons:
 none
Review: I am on a low fat diet, and when I crave salty crunchy foods, my Presto Poplight Popcorn Popper is j...