Best Fondue Pots to Liven-Up Dinner Parties

The Oster Fondue Pot is definitely one of the best out there. Unlike traditional pots, this one runs on electricity and comes with a ceramic interior that makes cleaning it a hassle-free job. Not only that, but it includes a temperature control feature, which is easily removable for safety thanks to a breakaway magnetic chord.

The set includes eight color-coded forks that go with the pot, and the fork holder keeps them neatly in place. A temperature dial can help you pick the best temperature for cheese, chocolate, or meat; with it being able to go from warm to a scalding 400 degrees. The pot can cook about 30% faster than most, saving both time and energy. Its storage capacity is a decent 3 quarts. It is not dishwasher friendly, unfortunately, but all its other outstanding features make it the best on our list.

While an electric fondue maker might not be very traditional, it certainly is convenient — and this doesn’t do too badly in the aesthetics department either. The Cuisinart Fondue Maker has a brushed finish on the bowl and ring, and a nice mirrored finish on its stand and handles. The ring comes with notches to keep the forks in place.

Apart from style, the pot also offers some versatility and can be used with basically anything — cheese, chocolate, even oil or broth. The temperature dial comes with eight different settings and the food can be cooked right in the pot. It has a sizeable 3-quart capacity and its non-stick interior makes it easy to clean in the dishwasher — with the probe and cord removed, of course!

There’s no need to break the bank to have fun with fondue. This Nostalgia Fondue Pot comes in at probably the most affordable price points in the market. It’s electrically powered and has a modern, sleek blue-lit temperature control dial. Also includes cool-touch handles allowing you to handle the pot without worrying about burning yourself. The pot is best used with chocolate, broth, and cheese but can even be used to serve other kinds of fondue, including oils.

The set includes six color-coded forks for you and your guests, with notches on the pot. The 6-cup capacity lets you make 3 pounds of your favorite fondue. Disassembly is easy, allowing you to clean it right after usage.

The Dash Deluxe Fondue Pot is perfect for big parties. It packs eight color-coded forks, so you and your guests never have to worry about which fork belongs to who. It even includes conveniently positioned holders for placing the forks after using them.

The pot is removable and made from non-stick stainless steel, making cleaning a breeze. It’s also dishwasher friendly if you don’t feel like cleaning up yourself. The temperature dial is precise and the cool-touch handles make it super safe to use. The pot has an enormous 3-quart capacity and also includes detachable ingredient cups to hold whatever you want to dip into the fondue pot. Super-versatile usage with cheese, chocolate, oils, or broth makes it the perfect choice for big gatherings.

If you’re looking to go the classic, traditional route with your fondue pots, the Swissmar Lugano is as good as it gets. The cast iron enameled pot gives it that traditional feeling and makes cleaning super easy. It also does a great job of retaining heat and can be used right on top of a stove, meaning that you can melt and serve cheese fondue without even having to worry about bringing out a second pot.

The pot is compatible with any heat source and, thanks to the enamel coating, doesn’t need to be pre-seasoned. It has a decent 2-quart capacity and comes with six forks. The forks have three tines instead of two, with the only downside being that they’re all identical.