Breville Waffle Makers: No-Mess, Smart and Pro
Breville waffle makers range from a simple round No-Mess model to Smart and Pro machines with more waffle and browning controls. Choose by batch size, preferred waffle shape and how much guidance you want from the controls.
On this page (7 sections)
- Which Breville waffle maker fits your kitchen?
- What does the Breville No-Mess feature do?
- How do the Smart and Smart Waffle Pro controls differ?
- Which Breville model suits your waffle style?
- How should you compare size and batch capacity?
- What should you know about cleaning and care?
- Which Breville waffle maker should you choose?
Breville waffle makers range from a classic round No-Mess model to Smart and Pro machines with more controls for waffle style and browning. Choose the BWM640XL for 4-slice batches and extensive settings, the Smart Waffle Pro 2-Slice for guided cooking in a smaller batch, or the BWM520XL for classic round waffles.
The main differences are batch size, waffle shape and control style. Breville’s models also include a batter-catching moat, though the settings and features vary by model.
If you’re comparing more premium appliances, start with our guide to premium waffle irons. For general shape and size trade-offs, see how to choose a waffle maker.
Which Breville waffle maker fits your kitchen?
The right Breville waffle maker depends on how many waffles you make at once and which controls you’ll use. The four models below cover a classic round option, a 2-slice Smart Pro and two 4-slice Smart designs.
| Model | Batch style | Controls to note | A good fit if |
|---|---|---|---|
| BWM640XL Smart 4-Slice | 4 slices | Four batter type settings, 12 color settings, LCD and timer controls | You want several settings and a larger batch |
| BWM620XL Smart Waffle Pro 2-Slice | 2 slices | Waffle IQ, 12 browning settings, a bit more button | You want guided timing for a smaller batch |
| BWM604BSS Smart Waffle 4-Slice | 4 slices | Five batter settings and five color settings | You want 4-slice capacity with simpler controls |
| BWM520XL No-Mess | One classic round waffle | Seven color settings | You prefer classic waffles and a dial |
The BWM640XL and BWM604BSS both have a moat and 4-slice capacity. The Pro 2-Slice pairs a smaller batch with waffle-style and browning choices, while the BWM520XL focuses on a classic round waffle.
Counter space matters, too. The BWM640XL measures 15.75 in wide in its listed dimensions, while the BWM520XL is 11 in wide; check the dimensions for the exact model you’re considering and allow room to open its lid.
What does the Breville No-Mess feature do?
Breville’s No-Mess moat is designed to catch excess batter around the cooking area. It helps contain overflow, but measuring batter carefully still matters.
The BWM520XL combines the moat with nonstick cooking plates and seven browning settings. It makes one classic round waffle, so its format suits a smaller serving or a kitchen where a 4-slice machine would be more capacity than you need.
The Smart 4-Slice BWM604BSS also has a moat, along with nonstick plates and five browning settings. If batter has been sticking to your current iron, review ways to keep waffles from sticking before changing machines.
A moat can collect spillover, but it does not replace cleanup. For care guidance, see how to clean a nonstick waffle maker.
How do the Smart and Smart Waffle Pro controls differ?
The Smart and Pro models offer different levels of cooking guidance, so compare the controls you’ll actually use. The Pro 2-Slice ties cooking time to waffle style and browning, while the Smart 4-Slice models provide their own combinations of settings and timer features.
Is the Smart Waffle Pro 2-Slice right for you?
The BWM620XL Smart Waffle Pro 2-Slice suits someone who wants style-based timing and a smaller batch. Its Waffle IQ feature adjusts cooking time for waffle styles such as Belgian, classic, chocolate and buttermilk, and it has 12 browning settings.
The machine starts its timer and progress indicator when you close the lid. Its LCD changes color when the cooking cycle begins, and the bit more button lets you add browning without restarting the cycle.
This model has a no-mess moat and a dosing cup. Choose it if you value guided settings over making four waffles at once.
If your household needs larger batches, compare the 4-slice Smart options below.
What sets the Smart 4-Slice models apart?
The BWM640XL and BWM604BSS both make 4-slice batches, but their controls differ. The BWM640XL has four batter type settings and 12 color settings; the BWM604BSS has five batter settings and five color settings.
The BWM640XL’s top plate lid automatically starts the timer when it closes. Its LCD has a reset timer button and a bit more button, so it gives you more visible control points than the BWM604BSS.
The BWM604BSS has a ready light to indicate when it’s time to pour batter. Choose the BWM640XL for more color options and LCD timer controls; choose the BWM604BSS for 4-slice capacity with five settings in each control group.
Which Breville model suits your waffle style?
The BWM520XL is the clearest match for classic round waffles, while the Smart and Pro models give you more ways to select styles and browning. Choose based on the waffles you make most often rather than the name on the control panel.
The BWM520XL is described as a classic waffle maker with one circular waffle per batch. Its seven color settings let you adjust browning, but it does not offer the style-specific timing described for the Smart Waffle Pro.
The Pro 2-Slice lists Belgian, classic, chocolate and buttermilk among its Waffle IQ options. The BWM640XL offers four batter type settings and 12 color choices, while the BWM604BSS has five batter settings and five color settings.
If you’re deciding between a traditional shape and a deeper waffle, our guide to classic waffle makers that aren’t Belgian explains the difference. For a look at rotating designs and why some models flip, see why Belgian waffle makers flip.
How should you compare size and batch capacity?
Compare the number of waffles per batch and the counter footprint before choosing. A 4-slice model can reduce the number of batches, while a smaller appliance may suit limited storage or a quieter breakfast routine.
The BWM520XL makes one classic waffle per batch, the BWM620XL makes two slices, and the BWM640XL and BWM604BSS make four. Capacity does not tell you how fast a full breakfast will be ready, since cooking time also depends on the recipe and chosen setting.
The listed dimensions vary across these models. The BWM640XL is 15.75 in wide, the BWM620XL is 12 in wide, the BWM604BSS is 12.25 in wide, and the BWM520XL is 11 in wide.
Measure the storage shelf and counter spot, including clearance for the lid. For more ways to compare plate layout and appliance size, use our waffle maker selection guide.
What should you know about cleaning and care?
All four models have nonstick cooking surfaces, and the Smart 4-Slice models and No-Mess model include a moat to manage excess batter. Let the appliance cool and follow its care instructions before cleaning to protect the cooking surface.
Avoid scraping nonstick plates with metal tools. Use a soft cloth or brush for crumbs, and clean batter from the moat once the appliance has cooled.
A moat can collect batter, so check it after each use instead of letting residue build up. Our guide to cleaning a nonstick waffle maker without scratches covers a gentle cleanup routine.
Which Breville waffle maker should you choose?
Choose by batch size first, then controls and waffle style. The BWM640XL offers four-slice capacity with 12 color settings, the BWM620XL pairs Waffle IQ with a 2-slice batch, the BWM604BSS provides four-slice capacity with five settings per control group, and the BWM520XL makes a classic round waffle.
If you want a closer look at Breville’s Pro line, read our Smart Waffle Pro 4-Slice review. For a brand-to-brand comparison, see Breville vs Cuisinart waffle makers.
Frequently asked questions
Which Breville waffle maker is best for a family?
The BWM640XL and BWM604BSS both make 4-slice batches, so they suit a household that wants several waffles at once. The BWM640XL has four batter type settings and 12 color settings, while the BWM604BSS has five batter settings and five color settings.
What is the difference between Breville Smart and Smart Waffle Pro?
The Smart Waffle Pro 2-Slice uses Waffle IQ to set cooking time by waffle style and browning choice, and it has 12 browning settings plus a bit more button. The Smart 4-Slice BWM640XL offers four batter type settings, 12 color settings and an LCD with timer controls.
Does the Breville No-Mess Waffle Maker make Belgian waffles?
The BWM520XL is described as a classic round waffle maker, so it is a fit for classic waffles rather than a deep Belgian style. If you want deeper waffles, compare the best waffle irons for Belgian waffles before choosing.
How do you choose between a 2-slice and 4-slice waffle maker?
Choose a 4-slice model if you want to make more waffles in each batch, and a 2-slice model if a smaller batch fits your routine. Check the appliance dimensions and where it will sit, too, since capacity alone does not tell you how much counter space to reserve.
