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Popcorn Popper Machines

This page brings together PopperLand’s guides on choosing, using, and caring for popcorn popper machines.

It’s designed to help you understand how different poppers work and decide which approach fits how you make popcorn at home.

What Size Popcorn Machine Do I Need?
Choosing a Popper

What Size Popcorn Machine Do I Need?

Not sure what size popcorn machine you need? Learn what 2.5 oz, 4 oz, 6 oz, and 8 oz popcorn mach...
Healthy hot air popcorn popper making air-popped popcorn beside buttered movie theater popcorn.
Choosing a Popper

Are Hot Air Popcorn Poppers Healthy?

Are hot air popcorn poppers healthy? In many cases, yes. Learn why air-popped popcorn is often co...
Best home theater popcorn machines that are side by side for comparison.
Choosing a Popper

Best Home Theater Popcorn Machines

Looking for the best home theater popcorn machine? After using and comparing different models, I ...
The best microwave popcorn poppers and a man standing behind them.
Choosing a Popper

The Best Microwave Popcorn Poppers

Compare the best microwave popcorn poppers for performance, cleanup, storage, and value. See how ...
Homemade theater popcorn in a classic movie theater tub during movie night at home.
Getting Started

How to Make Theater Popcorn at Home

Find out how to make movie theater popcorn at home using simple ingredients and the right popping...
Air popper vs microwave popcorn comparison with two bowls showing oil-free air-popped popcorn and buttery microwave popcorn side by side.
Choosing a Popper

Air Popper vs Microwave Popcorn

Air popper vs microwave popcorn comes down to one thing: control. One is pre-made, the other lets...