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Great Northern Popcorn Little Bambino 2.5oz Tabletop Popcorn Maker vs Elite Gourmet EPM-250 Classic Carnival Kettle Popcorn Maker

A sourced, side-by-side comparison. Great Northern Popcorn Little Bambino 2.5oz Tabletop Popcorn Maker is cheaper at $94.95. Every spec and price links to its source.

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Spec Great Northern Popcorn Little Bambino 2.5oz Tabletop Popcorn Maker Elite Gourmet EPM-250 Classic Carnival Kettle Popcorn Maker
US price $94.95
BrandGreat Northern PopcornElite Gourmet
Released
Type kettle-tabletop kettle-tabletop
Capacity qt 4 4
Wattage 330 300
Oil free No No
Kernel measuring cup Yes
Material Metal, stainless steel kettle, Plexiglass windows, plastic housing Stainless steel kettle, Plexiglass doors/windows, plastic housing
Dishwasher safe
Dimensions (in) 11 x 20.2 x 18.75

Sources — Great Northern Popcorn Little Bambino 2.5oz Tabletop Popcorn Maker: target.com (verified 2026-08-01). Elite Gourmet EPM-250 Classic Carnival Kettle Popcorn Maker: shopelitegourmet.com (verified 2026-08-01).

What's the difference between the Great Northern Popcorn Little Bambino 2.5oz Tabletop Popcorn Maker and Elite Gourmet EPM-250 Classic Carnival Kettle Popcorn Maker?

Where the two actually differ on the specs we track (2 of 8). Matching specs are omitted.

  • Wattage: Great Northern Popcorn Little Bambino 2.5oz Tabletop Popcorn Maker 330 vs Elite Gourmet EPM-250 Classic Carnival Kettle Popcorn Maker 300
  • Material: Great Northern Popcorn Little Bambino 2.5oz Tabletop Popcorn Maker Metal, stainless steel kettle, Plexiglass windows, plastic housing vs Elite Gourmet EPM-250 Classic Carnival Kettle Popcorn Maker Stainless steel kettle, Plexiglass doors/windows, plastic housing

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