Like electric skillets, there are also electric griddles. Griddles in general are quite similar to skillets, except they have a raised surface to give line marks on food. Electric griddles will typically cook food by searing, while electric skillets have a wider scope of cooking options. Additionally, griddles don’t have lids and are typically larger than skillets, so they hold more food. However, electric skillets allow you to use liquids while cooking, such as water and oil, which you can’t use on a griddle due to the lack of raised edges.