Nuwave’s Medley XL is a digital electric skillet that solves the most common problem with portable cooktops: uneven heat. The 2025 model adds embedded M-shaped heating elements and heat shields, which target the frustrating cold spots and flare-ups that ruin pancakes or sears. This is a 7-quart work surface designed for consistency, not just capacity.

Precision is the point. The removable digital controller lets you dial in any temperature from 100°F for delicate warming to a full 425°F for a serious sear, and it holds that setting. The PFAS-free ceramic coating is genuinely slick for easy releases and clean-up, though like all nonstick surfaces, it requires silicone or wooden tools to preserve it. In practice, this means moving seamlessly from Sunday morning bacon and eggs for a crowd to keeping a batch of meatballs warm for serving.

The glass lid is a practical touch for monitoring food, and the entire unit is surprisingly portable for its size. It functions as a dedicated, extra-large burner that won’t tie up your stovetop. Just note that its 12.5-inch diameter demands substantial counter or storage space.