10 tips on choosing the oven

Who is the best manufacturer of ovens?
We vote!

Gorenje

Korting

Hotpoint-ariston

Electrolux

Bosch

Zanussi

Indesit

GEFEST

Hansa

BEKO

Midea

Weissgauff

MAUNFELD

DARINA

Simfer

Kuppersberg

Whirlpool

Total voted: 24

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The principle of heating is the first parameter from which it is necessary to begin the selection of the oven. Today, manufacturers offer:

Gas models. They run on natural and liquefied gas. The design of such ovens provides only one burner located at the bottom of the device. There is no automatic temperature control for such models, so you will have to get used to each technique (the alternative is to buy an additional thermometer). The main advantages of gas ovens: economical operation and the ability to use in places where there is no connection to the mains.

Electric models. Their range is much wider than the 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 in low-end models, a convenient control system is built in that allows you to adjust the heating temperature. The main advantages of electric ovens: security (no open flame) and advanced functionality.

Conclusion: Gas ovens - the best choice for the garden, if you have a gas cylinder. 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 before buying we advise you to pay attention to the size:

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. In 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 to the front. This design is most common, so all users are accustomed to it. However, it has a drawback: the open door does not allow you to get close to the oven. It is important to consider when choosing a place in the kitchen for the installation of equipment.

The next parameter when choosing a door is glass. The more of them, the higher the insulating properties of the equipment and its safety (the probability of getting a burn in case of accidental contact decreases). Ovens with a different number of glasses are on sale - from 1 to 4. The more of them, the higher the cost of equipment.

Conclusion: The higher the capacity of the equipment, the more food it will be able to cook. If you use the oven infrequently, then you should not chase after large volumes.On the contrary, if you have a large family, and you are preparing overall dishes (for example, like baking lamb leg, carcasses, etc.), then stop the choice on a full-sized or even wide model.

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

The first are usually built into low-cost models. Their undoubted advantage is simplicity. Such a control panel is equipped with only 2-3 rotary knobs located above the door. The downside of the device with an electromechanical system is the lack of automated programs, which makes cooking difficult.

Electronically controlled ovens are equipped with special buttons or a touch panel. Additionally, they are equipped with a display, which displays the following information:

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

In the lines of many manufacturers, you will find ovens with the option of "flipping" tabs menu. Such management provides the user with a lot of useful features, but its presence increases the likelihood of equipment failure at times.

Conclusion: The oven with an electronic interface is much easier to use, and besides, it is easier to take care of the touch panel than the rotary knobs. If you do not prepare 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 need a temperature of from 220 to 250^aboutSince, it is provided in all modern ovens. Models differ in the modes of heating intended for the accelerated cooking.

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

In the lines of some companies are ovens with the option of steam processing products. However, it does not reproduce exactly the capabilities of a traditional double boiler, but only allows 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 “Memorizing” function, i.e. provide the ability to record your own cooking algorithms. It is best to choose such models if you often cook the same dish.

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

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

The most popular cleaning systems:

• Traditional. Low cost ovens, for the purification of which you have to use the usual means: scouring powder, a rag and a sponge;
• Catalytic. The walls of the inner chamber are enameled with a layer of catalyst, which softens and destroys grease and other contaminants directly during cooking;
• Pyrolytic. The most effective cleaning method is to start the pyrolysis process, i.e. impurities are burned at elevated temperatures reaching 500^aboutWITH;
• Steam. The most economical system in which a baking sheet with water is placed in the oven, after which the “Steam cleaning” mode is activated.

Conclusion: Choose ovens in which two cleaning systems are combined: catalytic and steam.

When buying a built-in oven for the home, do not neglect the energy efficiency indicators. They are common to all manufacturers and are denoted by Latin characters from A to G. The greater the energy efficiency, the more economical the consumption of electricity.

We recommend choosing an oven for your kitchen with the A or B parameter. Additionally, devices with the A +, A ++ and A +++ indicators 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 consumption of electricity saves not only your money, but also the energy resources of our planet.

If you have small children in your family or they are only planned to be born, it is best to choose an electric oven. First, when using it contact with an open flame is excluded. Secondly, it has additional protective options:

• Auto power off. When overheating (for example, during prolonged operation at high temperatures) the oven is automatically turned off;
• Door lock. If you are worried that a small child accidentally opens the oven while cooking, then before buying make sure that there is a lock option;
• Tangential cooling. Hot air and steam is removed from the door in front of its opening cavity fan.

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

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

Of course, it is quite possible to do without access to Wi-Fi, but if it is available, the use of the oven is much simpler. For example, you can turn on the heating of the equipment in advance (before coming back from work) or control the cooking process, even while in another room.

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

Manufacturers offer ovens that differ not only in function and size, 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 oven package includes technical documentation, a special set for embedding appliances, a frying grid and several trays. Other accessories (for example, a stone for making pizza or a panel with a catalytic enameled surface) can be bought separately.

Conclusion: it is better to choose an oven with standard equipment. Additional accessories are recommended to be bought after, as required.

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.