A gas 2 hotplate is the dream of any housewife who constantly cooks, loves to experiment and never lets rivals into the kitchen. And all because the kitchen appliances get used to one owner, like household members to mom’s dishes. The most popular companies are Hephaestus and Bosch, which compete with each other not only in technology, but also in design.
Gas panel "Bosch". Convenience, ease and simplicity
The panel from "Bosch" is very convenient to use. Each model of the line is fast, “responsive”, economical, very easy to maintain, the residual heat does not interfere with cooking (like on infrared ones), and, most interestingly, there is an indicator of the consumed electricity.
It is used daily, several times a day. Water boils faster than in an electric kettle. In addition, there are other advantages:
- Convenient adjustment of the degree of heating, nothing burns, and if something escapes and floods the stove, only one burner will be turned off, and not the whole stove.
- This function is very useful if there are children in the family. When, in the confusion, accidentally, you turn off the hob, all settings are saved thanks to programming.
- You can cook food by default by pressing the start of a paused program.
The main drawback is the need for new dishes. Need a special and expensive.
Variations of models "Bosch"
The manufacturer offers a wide selection of gas 2 hotplates, differing in design, functionality and, of course, price. The lineup is represented by three modifications.
Despite the variety of models, they all have common distinguishing features, such as:
- Compact dimensions (in most cases 50x54 cm, but there are 54x60 cm), mechanical control.
- The presence of a thermometer in the oven.
- Ability to work on both natural and liquefied gas.
The differences are manifested in the color scheme (varies from the lightest to the darkest shades), in the material of the coating of the hob (enamel or stainless steel), the material of the burner grid (steel or cast iron), in the presence or absence of the top cover.
Technical equipment
Most models of hobs are equipped with a gas leakage control system and have double heat-resistant glass, electric ignition of burners and / or ovens (automatic or mechanical). Some models are equipped with a gas or electric grill. These are more modern and expensive variations that can be purchased by reservation. Bosch also offers affordable equipment options for small families. True, burners in a horizontal arrangement are more common. We have to "steal" the place of the countertop. After all, placing it vertically, it turns out to save space for cooking, taking into account safety rules for the placement of cooktops.
Gas panel prices
Budget models lie in the price range of 6.5-8.5 thousand rubles and differ in the volume of the oven (54 or 58 liters), the presence / absence of a lid, a quick heating burner, electric ignition and gas control of a burner or oven.
Reviews about Bosch gas stoves are mixed. Some praise them for their simplicity and reliability in operation, while others blame them for individual shortcomings. In particular, unsatisfactory operation of the oven (uneven baking), unstable operation of the flame dividers, corrosion of enamel and other minor defects are noted. However, do not forget that we are talking about a "workhorse", not claiming the laurels of well-known foreign companies.
The main competitor - "Gefest"
Its main purpose is cooking, which the stove fulfills to the full, and in terms of price and quality it can be attributed to the leaders. And the presence of an extensive network of service centers throughout Russia inspires confidence that, if problems arise, they will be resolved as soon as possible.
Thanks to the beautiful design, the 2 hotplate gas panel from "Gefest" easily fits into any interior. Very convenient to use - you can immediately select the heating level by selecting the desired number. There is a timer, but it is practically not required. There are disadvantages, as with any technique:
- High heat - 6-7 modes is enough, but the manufacturer has reached a maximum of 9.
- Modes 1-3 are practically not used, since their purpose is not justified.
- Forced removal of food from burners - may burn out even when the gas is turned off.
But there are significant advantages. Convenient adjustment of the degree of heating allows you to immediately select the desired mode. If you press the "+", it is very inconvenient, since a gradual heating of dishes is selected, and this is convenient when frying, cooking or heating is required, as in a microwave oven. And on the Hephaestus hob , the selected mode is immediately marked.
Adapting dishes to the type of surface
Thanks to the new type of surface, some dishes had to be updated.
Cooking gas 2 hotplate "Hephaestus" - very smart, there are many different types of protection. It has an interesting design, suitable for almost any interior. After some time, it may require a reboot, giving the error EP 22. This is the so-called way to update programs that need not only to “download”, but also to be installed only in a specialized technical center.
Moreover, there is nothing superfluous. Its main drawback is the purchase of new dishes and preferably expensive, from a branded manufacturer. The main difference from the German manufacturer is the noiselessness you can dream of. In general, if we talk about accessibility, then a 2-burner gas panel is quite difficult to choose due to its optimal size. Since cooking is possible at the same time, it is important that there is enough space for wide dishes.
"Hephaestus" pleases customers with new products, like "Bosch", only the domestic manufacturer is slightly inferior to German quality.