The best bread maker today - Panasonic, Redmond or Moulinex?

Power is directly related to the performance of the device: the higher it is, the faster the baking will be cooked. But for the home it is absolutely not necessary to choose the most powerful model, such bread machines are rather intended for industrial use. The best option is from 500 to 750 W, these are the indicators that all participants in the comparison have. Too weak bread machines lose because of the low-powered motor. It may not cope with thick and dense dough (for dumplings or rye bread).

Also, power directly affects energy consumption. Of course, you won’t be able to save much, but for residents of countries with expensive electricity, this criterion can be decisive. Kenwood consumes the least energy, Mulinex consumes the most. Another important characteristic is maintaining the temperature inside the container. This is a useful feature when you need to keep baked goods warm for guests or let the finished dish rest without absorbing moisture. Unfortunately, Panasonic does not have such an opportunity, so we reduce the total points of the product.

By design, the bread machine resembles a multicooker. It provides a bowl for ingredients, as well as a control unit with pre-installed cooking programs. The main difference is special blades for kneading dough, driven by a motor. Typically, bread makers have a metal body. This also applies to the rating participants, although Mulineks contains parts from other materials, and Panasonic is completely made of plastic. Such a case is easier to care for (fingerprints do not remain), but it is less durable and durable.

The dimensions and weight of the device matter if the house has a small kitchen. Compact models are conveniently placed on the countertop, they are easy to move if necessary. In this regard, Redmond and Mulinex became the smallest. They differ insignificantly in size and weight. But Panasonic weighs as much as 7 kg, which is strange, given the plastic case. And the carrying handle is not provided, so it is better to order the product for a large kitchen with a specially designated place for a bread machine.

The long wire provides comfortable movement around the apartment and the freedom to place the device. You don’t have to tie yourself to an outlet or look for extension cords, you can simply move the device a little further away. And here again REDMOND and Moulinex win. But Panasonic becomes an outsider - a cord less than 1 m long is not very convenient, it is well suited only for a small room.

To determine the volume of the bread machine, you need to calculate the approximate amount of bread eaten over several days. On average, a person consumes 250-300 g of the product. Adjusting the weight of the pastry will help you cook just the right amount, without excess. All devices have the ability to bake dough in the shape of a loaf, so you don’t have to worry about the appearance of the finished product.

The winner in terms of volume is the Panasonic bread machine. She bakes up to 1.25 kg at a time, which is quite enough for a large family. Other models have more modest characteristics - up to 1 kg of finished bread. Since homemade cakes go stale faster than store-bought ones, for 2-3 people it is better to choose just such a volume option.

All models, except Mulineks, have a viewing window to observe the cooking process. A transparent insert will allow you to control the degree of toasting of bread without breaking the tightness. The dispenser is a useful addition, thanks to which you can add raisins, nuts, cheese, herbs and other ingredients at the right time. To do this, you do not have to stop the program or open the bowl. An automatic dispenser is provided in Kenwood, Kitfort and Panasonic.

Considering that the bread maker has a design similar to a slow cooker, many models are suitable for making pilaf, yogurt, jams, stews and vegetables. A recipe book is already included with each device, you can also find specific proportions and recommended cooking times on the Internet. The participants in our comparison have between 12 and 20 built-in programs. Some models also have a user mode in which the owner can independently customize the cooking program. The manufacturer does not guarantee the result, but for some buyers this possibility is critical.

A large set of programs is a double-edged sword. Of course, everyone wants to buy multifunctional equipment for any purpose, but in reality, additional modes are rarely used more than once every few months. It is important to weigh everything well and consider whether it is worth overpaying for the possibility of making porridge, sour cream or jam. Especially considering that all this is easy to do on a regular stove. But some users want to save time and space in the kitchen, so devices with an abundance of programs also have the right to exist.

Modes common to all bread machines: jam, sweet pastries, cake, rye / wheat / wholemeal bread. They may be called differently, but the principle of kneading dough and baking is almost identical. Panasonic is ideal for making dumplings and pizza bases, and this bakery often makes fruits in syrup.

Mulinex boasts the largest number of programs. Of course, not all of them are just for testing purposes.There are special modes for porridge, cereals and dairy products (yogurt, cottage cheese). In each model there is an opportunity to choose the color of the crust. This is very convenient, because not everyone likes heavily fried bread. As for the timer, it really makes life easier. You can set a delay for several hours so that the bread machine prepares pastries for the morning or for the return of the owners of the house. A delayed start is provided for all participants in the comparison, only the maximum delay time differs. It is important that the timer cannot be set when cooking with the addition of eggs, dairy and meat products.

Redmond is multifunctional. Thanks to special programs, this bread maker is used for stewing vegetables and meat, making soup, milk porridge and desserts. It also bakes yeast-free dough, and in all models except Kitfort - gluten-free. There are also modes for whole grain and diet bread, pastries with raisins, etc. Some models are equipped with the function of preparing dough for pasta (pasta). French baguettes and Borodino bread are baked by all devices except Panasonic and Kitfort.

Touch control is considered not very reliable, as there are often malfunctions.If there is no panel lock, there will always be a risk of accidentally turning off the bread maker or changing settings. It is better to give preference to the classic model with buttons. Of course, it is more difficult to wash it, but this option is really more reliable. That is why we selected devices without touch panels for comparison.

Managing Panasonic, Redmond and Mulineks is quite easy thanks to Russian-language inscriptions. There are several buttons next to the display showing the mode and cooking time. The arrows are used to set the timer, there are also keys to select the weight of the product and the color of the crust. The assignments of the remaining buttons are standard: open the menu, start cooking or stop the bakery.

As for Kenwood, the panel seems to be the most complex, although it still has the same 7 buttons for different tasks. The functions practically do not differ from other models: start / stop, accelerated baking, mode selection, change in product weight and crust color. In Kitfort, the keys are only used for delayed start and start/stop. Time adjustment, program selection, crust color and bread size are performed by rotary switches.

In all devices, one dough mixer is installed. Occasionally there are bread makers with removable lids. They are easier to wash, it takes less time and effort. The shape of the bowl also matters: if the edges are rounded, the dough will be easier to take out, no difficult-to-wash residues in the corners. Due to the non-stick coating, the bowl is easy to care for, nothing sticks to it. It is recommended to use a soft sponge with detergent (not abrasive) for washing. It is better to wipe the body of the bread machine with a damp cloth without soap, and the removable lid or dispenser can be washed under running water.

Panasonic bread makers are considered the most reliable. They are more expensive than analogues, so the brand does not save on materials and build quality. Each box also contains detailed instructions. It has not only numerous baking recipes, but also several pages devoted to typical malfunctions and how to fix them. Redmond has built-in modern protection against power surges. In addition, it has a maximum service life of up to 5 years. But Kitfort has the shortest service life.

Non-volatile memory is present in many bread machines released over the past few years. The function will automatically turn on if there is a power outage in the house. The device will work for a few more minutes, after which it will go into standby mode. When the light appears, you can start the cooking process again or continue it. This is a good option, but the quality of the finished product is sometimes reduced. In Mulinex, there is no memory reserve at all in the event of a power failure.

The weakest point of Kenwood was the control panel. It is she who is regularly looked for in stores and turned to service centers for replacement. Even if we ignore the lack of protection against accidental launch, the model is simply inconvenient. The symbols on the keys are not highlighted, they are hard to see, and it is impossible to understand the purpose of a particular control without instructions. But the brand provides an extended warranty for 2 years.

Of course, in order for the bread machine to serve for a long time, it is important to take into account the features of each model.For example, some devices do not work with fresh yeast, so you will have to stock up on dry ones. There are also rules for choosing flour and other ingredients. Do not forget about the exact amount of products - it is better to use a measuring cup for this purpose.

Redmond bread makers are the most popular in Yandex.Wordstat. However, they have fewer reviews than Panasonic, and on all resources. Inexpensive device Keithfort received a lot of reactions from buyers and occupies an average position in the search. Oddly enough, Mulinex was the least searched for, and user opinions about this model are rare. Its main disadvantage is the sticking of the dough to the walls of the bowl. It also happens that the crust burns, even if you choose not very fried.

In customer reviews, you can see the most popular problems. For example, Redmond has rather weak blades, which over time begin to cope worse with dough kneading. Another common type of marriage is the backlash of the upper part of the device.It is not critical for cooking results, but many are annoyed by a dangling lid. Although Kenwood does not have the highest power, it consumes a lot of energy. This is directly related to the noise level. If you turn on the bread machine at night, it will be uncomfortable to sleep. An important nuance is that repairing the device and replacing parts can become a problem for residents of Russia.

In Panasonic, the heating element often fails. But it is praised for its quiet operation: with delayed baking at night, the device will not wake up the residents of the house. Only here the signal about the end of work is also not too loud, and it does not turn off on its own. You will have to go to the bread machine at any time of the day or night. Kitfort works well, but the recipes in the book are not entirely accurate. Experienced housewives often adjust the amount of ingredients and cooking time, otherwise you can spoil the bread already at the dough kneading stage. Another disadvantage is the lack of illumination of the work area.

The average price of bread machines today is from 4000 rubles. But the cheapest models have many drawbacks, so experts advise adding at least a couple of thousand and choosing a product from a reliable manufacturer. Giving more than 20,000 rubles is also not worth it, because most consumers simply do not need such a set of additional options.And overpaying for a brand name with the same quality of products does not make any sense.

With similar characteristics, it is the cost that becomes the decisive factor in favor of choosing one or another device. Bread makers in the same price segment participate in the comparison, only Panasonic turned out to be more expensive than the others. Given that other models from this manufacturer cost even more, we can consider the SD-2501WTS a good option. And for those who want to save money, it is better to pay attention to Redmond. A budget and popular bread machine in many stores is sold for less than 8,000 rubles.

The best bread maker today is Redmond. She received high scores for various criteria, so we can confidently recommend the product for purchase. Customer reviews only confirm the reliability, quality and accuracy of recipes, which is important for novice cooks. Panasonic rating was unstable, so we can not call it the best in all respects. However, this model is ideal for a house where a large family lives, because it has an increased volume.

Although Mulinex has the most programs, it does not have a dispenser for adding ingredients and a viewing window.It is also the only device without non-volatile memory. Although this feature is not always needed, for some buyers it is critical. The device is almost on par with Panasonic, but still slightly inferior to the Japanese brand.

Kitfort and Kenwood are decent mid-priced models, but they didn't manage to win a single criteria win. Every bread maker will be a good introduction to this type of appliance for the home, but don't expect better quality, functionality, or reliability.