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West Bend Stir Crazy Electric Popcorn Popper (82505)
$44.99
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West Bend Stir Crazy Electric Popcorn Popper (82505) vs Elite Gourmet EPM-250 Classic Carnival Kettle Popcorn Maker
A sourced, side-by-side comparison. West Bend Stir Crazy Electric Popcorn Popper (82505) is cheaper at $44.99. Every spec and price links to its source.
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| Spec | West Bend Stir Crazy Electric Popcorn Popper (82505) | Elite Gourmet EPM-250 Classic Carnival Kettle Popcorn Maker |
|---|---|---|
| US price | $44.99 | — |
| Brand | West Bend | Elite Gourmet |
| Released | — | — |
| Type | stirring | kettle-tabletop |
| Capacity qt | 6 | 4 |
| Wattage | 850 | 300 |
| Oil free | No | No |
| Kernel measuring cup | — | — |
| Material | Plastic housing with triple-layer aluminum heating plate and motorized stir rod | Stainless steel kettle, Plexiglass doors/windows, plastic housing |
| Dishwasher safe | — | — |
| Dimensions (in) | 13 x 10 x 10 | — |
Sources — West Bend Stir Crazy Electric Popcorn Popper (82505): westbend.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 West Bend Stir Crazy Electric Popcorn Popper (82505) and Elite Gourmet EPM-250 Classic Carnival Kettle Popcorn Maker?
Where the two actually differ on the specs we track (4 of 8). Matching specs are omitted.
- Type: West Bend Stir Crazy Electric Popcorn Popper (82505) stirring vs Elite Gourmet EPM-250 Classic Carnival Kettle Popcorn Maker kettle-tabletop
- Capacity qt: West Bend Stir Crazy Electric Popcorn Popper (82505) 6 vs Elite Gourmet EPM-250 Classic Carnival Kettle Popcorn Maker 4
- Wattage: West Bend Stir Crazy Electric Popcorn Popper (82505) 850 vs Elite Gourmet EPM-250 Classic Carnival Kettle Popcorn Maker 300
- Material: West Bend Stir Crazy Electric Popcorn Popper (82505) Plastic housing with triple-layer aluminum heating plate and motorized stir rod vs Elite Gourmet EPM-250 Classic Carnival Kettle Popcorn Maker Stainless steel kettle, Plexiglass doors/windows, plastic housing