What machine do I recommend?
I was initially going to get a Gold Medal 1st, Cretors 2nd and the Paragon 3rd.
After months of still just looking around, I have decided on the Paragon.
Which one is considered the best?
That's probably a matter of opinion.
Where can I get the best machine for the best price?
I think that depends on what brand popper you get.
Look at the links I have provided and take it from there.
Oh yeah, the least expensive Cretors popper, "Nugget" 6oz doesn't come with a base heater but does come with a heat lamp.
Which one has the best warranty?
I think the Paragon has the longest warranty which is three years for their 6oz or larger poppers. Their 4oz has a one year warranty.
1. Paragon
http://www.paragon-gmi.com/pcornequipment.html buy from
www.stargatecinema.com or wait for another popcorn popper power buy.
2. Gold Medal
http://www.gmpopcorn.com/pop_small.htm buy from
www.upop.com, http://www.snappypopcorn.com/machines.html or
http://www.concessionstands.com/item...c=POPPERS&tpc=
3. Cretors
http://www.cretors.com/Program/dat_q...yID=27&Product Group=Small Concession Equipment buy from
www.upop.com, http://www.snappypopcorn.com/machines.html or
http://www.concessionstands.com/item...c=POPPERS&tpc=
4. Star
http://www.star-mfgonline.com/catalo...11&product=39A buy from
http://www.katom.com/Merchant2/merch...ry_Code=CTOCE3
There are a few other brands but I figured these are the 4 most popular.