Rank #4 in Best Popcorn Maker 2026: Four Units, One Category
YASHE Popcorn Machine Retro, 1200W Hot Air Maker with Measuring Cup
Price and rating as shown on Amazon when we collected them. Both change.
The YASHE Retro is the cheapest 1200W hot-air popper in this ranking: £18.73, ranked third in Amazon's popcorn popper category, with 4.3 stars from 892 ratings and a measuring cup included.
It takes fourth because it is the best value among the electric machines and the third most popular, and because a buyer in its own reviews supplies the tip that matters: fill the kernel chamber only halfway and it pops better.
How those 892 ratings break down
An average hides its own shape. This is the spread behind the 4.3 stars.
Specification
Exactly as published on the Amazon listing, field for field.
| Power | 1,200 W hot air |
|---|---|
| Price | £18.73 |
| Capacity as listed | 16 cups |
| Usage tip | Fill the chamber only halfway |
| Item weight | 970 g |
| Ratings | 4.3 from 892 |
What buyers actually say
Quoted from customer reviews on Amazon
Verified purchase“Great popcorn maker. Best to only half fill the kernel bit as produces loads of popcorn. Really good, so bought one for the grand children who love it.”
Verified purchase“Much better than expected, really easy to use great value and perfect popcorn. Anyone having issues with the popcorn are probably not using decant kemals, I an using Joe & stephs are really happy.”
What it is up against
The rivals it was ranked against in Best Popcorn Maker 2026: Four Units, One Category.
Rank #1
BRENSTEN Collapsible Silicone Microwave Popcorn Popper with Lid and Handles
£9.99
Rank #2
Yabano Popcorn Maker Machine, 5L with Nonstick Plate and Electric Stirring
£33.99
Rank #3
Andrew James Classic Popcorn Maker Machine, 1200W with 8 Retro Boxes
£24.99
Rank #5
Gadgy Hot Air Popcorn Maker 1200W, Oil-Free Retro Red
£24.95
Questions people ask
How much should I put in?
A buyer in the reviews says to only half fill the kernel chamber, which is good advice for any hot-air popper: overfilling drops the pop rate.
Is it oil-free?
Yes, it uses hot air circulation, so no oil is needed.
What is 16 cups?
A serving estimate: cups are how popcorn is portioned, one per person. It is not a measure of the chamber.
Does it come with anything?
A measuring cup is included.
Why is it not first?
The silicone bowl has sixteen times its sample and costs £9.99; this is the best value if you want an electric machine.
How many ratings does it have?
892 at the time of collection, averaging 4.3 stars, with 63 per cent five-star and 6 per cent one-star.
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