The Griddler has become the first most used counter top Cuisinart appliance of our three.  The others being the food processor and egg cooker.
The Griddler 5b does everything a professional appliance would do for home use.  Well built, easy to clean, and the drip tray functions perfectly and is easily accessable.  The sear and timer functions are great helps. The plates are easy to remove/clean/replace.  The LCD display is perfect.
I highly recommend the Griddler 5b for yourself or as a gift.
I have an air fryer but not Cuisinart.  That's my next purchase.