Round or 'circle shape' electric tandoors are available, particularly for commercial or high-end home use, though many compact home electric tandoors are actually square or rectangular. Here's a breakdown of what to know about round electric tandoors: Types and Features Commercial/Authentic Round Tandoors: These often resemble traditional clay tandoors in shape but use an electric heating element instead of charcoal or gas. They typically have a stainless steel exterior with an authentic clay pot (sometimes called a clay-clad tandoor) and ceramic insulation inside. They are usually larger, heavier, and have features like digital temperature control and heavy-duty wheels for mobility (commercial models). They are designed to achieve high temperatures for authentic tandoori flavor, including baking naan bread on the walls. Home/Countertop Electric Tandoors (Often Square/Rectangular): While you specifically asked for a circle shape, many electric tandoors marketed for home use are square or rectangular countertop units. They function as multi-purpose appliances for grilling, roasting, baking, and making tandoori-style dishes like tikka and kebabs. Some brands, however, might offer a compact, drum-style or barrel-shaped electric tandoor which is circular. Key Features to Look For When shopping for an electric tandoor, especially a round one, consider these features: Shape & Size: Confirm it is a round or cylindrical shape if that's a requirement. Sizes can vary significantly from small countertop units to large commercial models. Inner Material: Authentic tandoor flavor comes from the inner material. Look for a model with an inner clay pot for the best results, though this is more common in commercial-grade units. Temperature Control: Digital or adjustable temperature control is essential for cooking different dishes (low for slow cooking, very high for naan). Accessories: Most come with skewers (round and/or square) for kebabs and tikkas, and a naan bread gaddi (cushion) if it's designed for wall-baking. Power: Check the wattage, which indicates how quickly and hot the unit can get. Portability: Some commercial-style round tandoors come with wheels, while smaller home units are lightweight enough to be portable. Popular Brands Brands that manufacture electric tandoors (both round and square/rectangular) for commercial use include: campaigner and tandoorvala