CKE WG-EB-639 Electric Countertop Lava Rock Charbroiler, 3.9kW 220V

Our review

This is a countertop electric charbroiler from CKE, model WG-EB-639, rated at 3.9kW on 220V and built around a lava rock grilling setup in a compact stainless steel body. It is aimed at commercial kitchens that want charbroiler-style cooking but cannot run a gas line, whether because of building rules, ventilation constraints, or the layout of the space. Before buying, confirm your electrical supply can carry a 3.9kW appliance on 220V and that the circuit and plug type match what is installed; this is the detail most buyers get wrong. Also measure your counter depth and clearance, since a countertop unit only works if it fits the station and leaves room for the hood above. Compared with gas charbroilers of similar size, an electric model trades some of the open-flame character for simpler installation and no gas safety requirements. Compared with smaller electric grills, the higher wattage here is what supports sustained commercial use rather than occasional cooking. Lava rock is the key difference from a flat electric griddle: it promotes the drippings-and-smoke effect associated with charbroiling, so think about how you will clean and replace the rock over time. Available on Sokonia.