How to choose an oven cabinet

The oven is the home of the XXI century. With the problem of its choice sooner or later faced by every hostess, and especially important it makes the fact that the oven we choose almost for life.





Products for 15, for 20 and even for 40 thousand are equally designed to bake food in them, but why then such a difference in price, for what we pay and is it worth overpaying?

How to choose an oven "Site" We will tell you about the distinctive features of ovens from different price categories to help our readers make an informed and most successful choice.

1. Brand and country of production
   Based on feedback on various forums, you can present brands that are leading in the market of ovens in Russia. These are Bosch (Germany), Siemens (Germany), Hotpoint-Ariston (Italy), Gorenje (Slovenia). Prices for their products are usually slightly above average. The price of any product also depends on the country where the product was manufactured. Bosch ovens, for example, are produced in Germany, Spain, USA, Mexico, Peru, China, Greece, Brazil and Russia. The most expensive ovens, of course, are made in the EU countries. Those made in Turkey, China and Russia are much cheaper.
   
   
   
   
   
2. Working capacity and dimensions
   Width of built-in oven in most cases it is 60 centimeters, but there are also large (up to 90 centimeters in width) and compact (up to 40-45 centimeters) models. The depth of almost all ovens is 55-60 centimeters. The volume of ovens varies from 40 to 80 liters. The more, the more expensive. It is worth choosing based on the number of family members, the intensity of cooking and, of course, free space in the kitchen.
   
   
   
   
3. Economy
   The question of which electric ovens are the most economical is more relevant today than ever. With rising electricity prices, the opportunity to pay less for utilities for many families looks very attractive. The more expensive the oven, the better its thermal insulation is made and the less energy is required to maintain the required temperature. Choose a model conveniently by class of energy consumption: B - medium level, A - economical, A + - energy consumption is reduced by 20-30%, A++ - saves 40-45% of electricity.
   
   
   
   
   
4. Management and ergonomics
   Nana oven-choice It affects the convenience of temperature management and cooking modes. Control is carried out in such ways: with the help of ordinary handles; with the help of handles buried in the case; with the help of buttons, including touch; remotely using a smartphone.
   
   
   
5. Cleaning capabilities
   Cleaning methods change as the cost of the oven increases. Light cleaning enamel does not provide any special cleaning regime. This oven has to be washed in the usual way. The function of aquaclean (aqua cleaning) allows you to clean the oven due to steam extracted from the water by heating. The steam softens the fat and dirt on the inner walls of the oven, and the hostess can only wipe them with a wet napkin or cloth.
   
   There are also ovens with pyrolytic and catalytic cleaning function. Catalytic cleaning occurs due to a porous coating that absorbs fat. Washing the walls of this oven is almost not necessary. Pyrolytic cleaning burns out all the dirt by exposure to high, up to 400 degrees, temperature.
   
   Some models with self-cleaning function, such as Electrolu ovens themselves remind the owner that it is time to press the “magic” pyrolytic cleaning button.
   
   
   
   
   
6. Oven door glazing
   Glass can be 2, 3 or 4. The more windows on the door, the less chance of getting burned. Four glasses are placed only in ovens with pyrolytic cleaning function. This is the most expensive option.
   
   
   
7. The doorman
   It is nice when the door closes smoothly, not with the sound of a cannon shot. But for this convenience will have to pay extra.
8. Door opening sensor
   Allows you to temporarily turn off the oven when the door is opened. Meat and cake will be baked for as long as you program.
9. Protection from child access
   For families with young children, it is extremely important to protect children from the oven. To prevent babies from getting burned, some ovens have a mechanical door lock. For safety in electric ovens there is a temperature limiter, which turns off the power supply if the temperature rises too high in the oven. This prevents the possibility of ignition of furniture and damage to internal parts.
   
   
   
   
   
10. Thermal probe
    The thermal probe function is designed to automatically determine the readiness of the dish. When using it, all information about the temperature of the prepared dish is displayed on the display.
    
    
    

There are also a number of oven functions that do not require detailed description, but are still important when choosing a model.

1. Preset cooking modes.
2. The number of heating elements (2,3 or 4).
3. Convection (fan).
4. Electrical fire.
5. Microwave mode.
6. Defrosting.
7. Steam serve.
8. Steam cooker.

Let your meat never burn, and baking brings you only joy. Good choice!

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