10 tips for choosing an oven

Who is the best oven manufacturer?
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Gorenje

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Hotpoint-Ariston

Electrolux

Bosch

Zanussi

Indesit

GEFEST

Hansa

BEKO

Midea

Weissgauff

MAUNFELD

DARINA

Simfer

Kuppersberg

Whirlpool

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The principle of heating is the first parameter with which you need to start choosing an oven. Today manufacturers offer:

Gas Models. They operate on natural and liquefied gas. The design of such ovens provides only one burner located at the bottom of the device. Such models do not have automatic temperature control, so you will have to get used to each technique (an alternative is to buy an additional thermometer).The main advantages of gas ovens: cost-effectiveness of operation and the possibility of using in places where there is no connection to the mains.

Electrical Models. Their range is much wider than gas models. The design of electric ovens provides for the presence of top, bottom and side heating elements, which ensures the most uniform heating of any dishes and products. Even budget models have a convenient control system that allows you to adjust the heating temperature. The main advantages of electric ovens: safety (no open flame) and advanced functionality.

Conclusion: Gas ovens are the best choice for summer cottages if you have a gas tank. Otherwise, we recommend buying electric models with built-in advanced functionality, but keep in mind that electricity costs will increase significantly.

One of the most important criteria for choosing an oven is its dimensions. Saving even 10-15 cm is important for many kitchens, so we advise you to pay attention to the dimensions before buying:

Oven type	Height	Depth	Width
Full size (standard)	55-60 cm	50-55 cm	60 cm
Narrow (compact)	60 cm	55 cm	45 cm
wide	55-60 cm	50-55 cm	90 cm

 

The next indicator that is important to consider when buying is the volume of the working chamber. For full-size ovens, it ranges from 55 to 68 liters, for narrow ones it varies from 37 to 45 liters (depending on the specific model).

Almost all ovens are equipped with standard hinged doors that open forward. This design is the most common, so all users are used to it.However, it also has a drawback: the open door does not allow you to get close to the oven. This is important to consider when choosing a place in the kitchen for installing appliances.

The next parameter when choosing a door is glass. The more of them, the higher the thermal insulation properties of the equipment and its safety (the probability of getting a burn in case of accidental contact is reduced). On sale there are ovens with a different number of glasses - from 1 to 4. The more of them, the higher the cost of technology.

Conclusion: The higher the capacity of the equipment, the more food it can cook. If you use the oven infrequently, then you should not chase large volumes. On the contrary, if you have a large family and you cook dimensional dishes (for example, you like to bake a leg of lamb, carcasses, etc.), then opt for a full-size or even a wide model.

The more convenient the built-in control system, the faster and more comfortable the cooking process. Manufacturers offer ovens with an electromechanical or electronic interface.

The former are usually built into inexpensive models. Their absolute advantage is simplicity. Such a control panel is equipped with only 2-3 rotary controls located above the door. The disadvantage of a device with an electromechanical system is the lack of automated programs, which makes cooking difficult.

Electronic ovens are equipped with special buttons or a touch panel. Additionally, they are equipped with a display that shows the following information:

• set mode,
• temperature,
• product type,
• cooking duration.

In the lines of many manufacturers, you will find ovens with the option to “flip through” the menu tabs.Such control provides the user with a lot of useful features, but its presence increases the likelihood of equipment breakdown at times.

Conclusion: The electronic interface oven is much more convenient to use, and the touch panel is easier to care for than the rotary controls. If you do not cook complex dishes, and there is no need to set the exact temperature, then you can neglect this parameter and choose an inexpensive model with mechanical control.

For cooking most dishes, a temperature of 220 to 250 is required.^aboutC, it is provided in all modern ovens. Models differ in heating modes designed for accelerated cooking.

Inexpensive ovens usually have top, bottom and mixed heat, as well as a special "Grill" mode. Expensive models are multifunctional, i.e. in addition to the listed types of heating, they have convection.

In the lines of some companies, ovens with the option of steam processing of products are presented. However, it does not exactly reproduce the capabilities of a traditional steamer, but only allows you to improve the cooking result, making the dish more juicy.

Almost all electric ovens have automated cooking programs. They are entered into the memory of the equipment by the manufacturer and are determined by the type of product used, as well as its weight, usually indicated in grams.

Additionally, modern ovens have a "Memory" function, i.e. provide the ability to write your own cooking algorithms. It is best to choose such models if you often cook the same dish.

Conclusion: The more functions and heating modes, the more expensive the oven.If you value speed, convenience and practicality, then feel free to choose multifunctional household appliances.

One of the most important parameters when choosing an oven is the built-in cleaning system. The more effective it is, the simpler and more practical the device is to use.

The most popular cleaning systems:

• Traditional. Budget ovens, for which you will have to use the usual means: cleaning powder, a rag and a sponge;
• catalytic. The walls of the inner chamber are covered with enamel with a catalyst layer, which softens and destroys fat and other contaminants right during cooking;
• Pyrolytic. The most effective cleaning method, which consists in starting the pyrolysis process, i.e. contaminants are burned out at elevated temperatures, reaching 500^aboutFROM;
• Steam. The most economical system, in which a baking sheet with water is placed in the oven, after which the “Steam Clean” mode is activated.

Conclusion: Choose ovens that combine two cleaning systems: catalytic and steam.

When buying a built-in oven for your home, do not neglect the energy efficiency indicators. They are generally accepted for all manufacturing companies and are designated by Latin characters from A to G. The more energy efficient, the more economical the consumption of electricity.

We recommend choosing an oven with parameter A or B for your kitchen. Additionally, devices with indicators A +, A ++ and A +++ are on sale. Keep in mind that each + sign reduces energy consumption by about 10%.

Conclusion: The choice depends on your personal wishes, but do not forget that low electricity consumption saves not only your money, but also the energy resources of our planet.

If your family has small children or their birth is just planned, then it is best to choose an electric oven. Firstly, when using it, contact with an open flame is excluded. Secondly, it has additional protective options:

• Auto power off. In case of overheating (for example, during prolonged operation at a high temperature), the oven automatically turns off;
• Door blocking. If you are worried that a small child will accidentally open the oven during cooking, then make sure that the lock option is available before purchasing;
• tangential cooling. Hot air and steam are removed from the door before it is opened by a cavity fan.

Conclusion: In addition to the protective functions, safety when using an oven depends on the ratio of power consumption and the capabilities of your electrical network. Make sure the appliance is equipped with a three-pole plug with a grounding contact.

Many companies offer built-in ovens with a remote control option. It is carried out through various gadgets: smartphones and tablets, on which a special application is pre-downloaded.

Of course, you can do without access to Wi-Fi, but with it, the use of the oven is greatly simplified. For example, you can turn on the heating of equipment in advance (before coming home from work) or control the cooking process, even while in another room.

Conclusion: Wi-Fi ovens are more expensive but more convenient.You can activate the necessary modes and start automatic cooking programs from anywhere.

Manufacturers offer ovens that differ not only in functions and dimensions, but also in design. If the classic colors do not suit you, then you can choose a model that fits perfectly into the interior of your room: beige, golden, white, gray, etc.

The complete set of the oven includes technical documentation, a special set for embedding appliances, a frying grate and several baking sheets. Other accessories (eg pizza stone or catalytic enameled panel) can be purchased separately.

Conclusion: it is better to choose an oven with standard equipment. Additional accessories are recommended to be purchased later, as needed.

The quality, durability and reliability of ovens is largely determined by the manufacturer. We have prepared for you a list of companies whose products you can trust:

• Gorenje,
• electrolux,
• Bosch,
• hansa,
• Kaiser,
• smeg,
• whirlpool,

The cost of high-quality gas ovens starts from 12,000 rubles, electric - from 13,500 rubles.