Today, more and more housewives are thinking about whether to buy them a combined stove in the kitchen. Indeed, why not? After overpaying about 10-15% of the total cost, instead of the usual gas or electric, you get 2 in 1. We can say with confidence that combined stoves have a lot of advantages over ordinary ones, we will tell about this in this article. But the most important thing is to make the right choice. To do this, there are several criteria that must be followed during the acquisition of such equipment.
About combi plates in general
As you already understood, there are gas and electric hobs. Until recently, gas stoves were very popular. Later, a combined model was developed, where the oven was electric and the hob was gas. But over time they did it a little differently. The 4-ring hob was mixed. For example, two places were gas and two were electric. Oven, depending on the manufacturer, could be any. So it turned out that today almost every one of us has combined plates. What is the main advantage of such a decision, you ask? If you often turn off the light or gas, this will not be a problem for you, since you can always cook yourself a hot dish. But let's talk about everything in order, and to begin with, we will deal with the most important nuances.
Oven: electric or gas
It should be noted that in the traditional version, the oven is gas. There are several undeniable advantages of such a solution, the main one is profitability. In our country, gas is much cheaper than electricity. But there is also a significant drawback - the allocation of fuel combustion products. This leads to air pollution and increased humidity in the kitchen. This drawback can be partially eliminated with the help of a hood.
Well, now it’s worth saying a few words about electric ovens, which in Russia are much less popular due to the high
cost of electricity. But there are several undeniable advantages. For example, the ability to accurately control the temperature and several heating elements for a more uniform distribution of heat in the chamber. In addition, the catalytic and pyrolysis cleaning system allows you to easily and simply wash the rest of the dish. In principle, a combination cooker, reviews of which depend on the manufacturer, is always good and effective. Let's see what, in fact, consumers say and whether they are satisfied with such a decision.
Combination cooker: customer reviews
If you are going to make such a purchase, then first read what consumers write. So, most say that it is best to buy a combination option in which the hob will be mixed. If you are not a fan of baking, etc., then an electric oven is not necessary at all, because you can make something tasty using gas. But consumers note the significant drawbacks of cast-iron heating elements, which are their high energy intensity. However, many people benefit from an electric hob when there is no gas. Despite all this, it is advised to purchase stoves with two gas and two electric burners. An oven is a separate conversation, because here the opinions of consumers agree that if you are a fan of daily baking, then gas is better, since it is much cheaper, in other cases, give preference to electrical options.
Based on this, we can conclude that a combination cooker, reviews of which depend on the specific needs of the consumer and his financial capabilities, can be any. But about 70% of buyers prefer gas stoves.
A little about the dimensions of the product
Regardless of whether you prefer to cook on gas or electricity, you will have to figure out the dimensions first. So, traditional or combined stoves are produced according to GOST and have strictly designated standard sizes: height - 85 cm, width - 50-60 cm. These are small models for the corresponding kitchen and small family. As a rule, such stoves have either two large burners, or 3 small and one large. As for the depth of standard plates, it is 50-60 centimeters. But it is worth paying your attention to the fact that there are also great options. As a rule, the height in this case, just like the depth, does not change, but the width can increase to 90 centimeters. The number of burners increases to 6 pieces. But such models are most often bought for industrial purposes, as they are highly productive. For example, the combined stove Gorenje K 67438 AW with dimensions 60 x 60 x 85 has four gas burners and an electric oven. This is the perfect solution for a medium sized kitchen.
Hob: gas or electric?
Suppose we have decided that we need a cooker combined with an electric oven. It remains to decide what the hob will be. There are several options: combined, gas or electric. "Which is better?" - you ask. There is no single answer to this question. But you can talk about the advantages and disadvantages of each solution.
In principle, with gas everything is extremely clear - simple and economical. In addition, on gas, you can cook or reheat a dish quite quickly, which can not be said about the cast iron burners, which heat up for a long time. But a large number of harmful combustion products, as well as the mere thought that there may be a gas leak, are alarming. However, no one has yet canceled the elementary safety rules. As for the cast iron burners, for their normal operation it will be necessary to conduct a separate wire and it is advisable to make grounding.
Combined gas stove with cast iron hobs
There are several undeniable advantages of such a solution. The main one is that the cast iron hob is very easy to change. It is also quite cheap. But along with this, there are disadvantages, which are as follows. Firstly, a significant amount of electricity is spent only on heating the carrier. Secondly, the service life of this hob is minimal. It is also reduced because the metal will oxidize due to moisture entering the surface. Along with this, heat transfer is deteriorating. Nevertheless, most of us are familiar with cast-iron burners, since their price is publicly available, and some disadvantages during operation are not so significant.
Glass ceramic hob
Such burners have a number of significant advantages. One of them is a beautiful appearance. Such a plate will adequately fit into any interior of the room. Of course, glass ceramics costs a lot, but this is a very popular material. Firstly, you do not need to spend a lot of electricity on heating the panel, since it has good thermal conductivity. Secondly, such a surface is perfectly cleaned and does not lose its attractive appearance over the course of many years of operation.
In principle, any combined gas stove with a vitroceramic hob has its drawbacks. So, you can’t put a pan taken from the refrigerator on such a panel, since it does not tolerate temperature extremes. In principle, this is a good solution if you need a high-quality
electric stove combined with a gas oven.
Pay attention to the brand
Even a multifunctional combination cooker with an elegant appearance will not bring you due joy if its build quality is at a low level. For this simple reason, it is highly recommended that you give preference to well-known manufacturers. It can be “Burning”, “Indesit”, “Hansa” and others.
Speaking specifically about combination boards, the Gorenie company is especially popular with consumers. Many say that the build quality here is at the highest level, so you can purchase such a product with a calm mind. Of course, the most important thing is the durability, quality and functionality of the combination board. But for this it is necessary to have at least a general idea of the product of one or another manufacturer. Only after that you can understand if you need a cooker combined with an electric oven or gas, with a ceramic glass hob or cast iron, etc. Let's do a little review.
Combined cooker Hansa FCMS 58224
This model is inexpensive and has a gas hob and an electric oven with a volume of 65 liters. By the way, there are several useful functions, such as convection and grill, this will make the cooking process in the oven much more interesting and easier. There is no need to manually burn the burners, as there is an electric ignition function. It is worth saying a few words about the dimensions. In this case, we have a standard product of 85 x 50 x 60 cm. Therefore, the Hansa FCMS 58224 is suitable even for a small kitchen. The power of the unit as a whole is 2.9 kW, and two kilowatts goes directly to the grill. It is also worth noting that the oven has the function of defrosting and express heating, which is extremely useful when you need to quickly cook a dish. Hansa is a manufacturer that has a wide variety of combination boards. The price of products ranges from 16,000 rubles and reaches 50,000 rubles, and even higher.
Short review GEFEST 6102-03 K
This kind of purchase will cost you about 35-40 thousand rubles. It is difficult to say what caused such a high cost, but let's deal with this model in more detail. We have 4 gas burners and a mechanical control with electric ignition function. There is also a multi-function electric small oven (volume 52 l). A spit to the grill is supplied. A fan is installed in the chamber for even distribution of heat, and there is also an electronic timer and a barbecue. You can set the dish by setting the temperature, turn on the timer and leave to go about your business.
Most users respond to this model extremely positively, but there are some complaints about the high cost of the product.
Conclusion
Combined stoves, Hephaestus or Gorenie, have their own characteristics, advantages and disadvantages. But since the purchase costs good money, this is a very crucial moment. We’ll have to spend our own money, but in return, of course, I want to get something worthwhile. If you are guided by these tips, you can get yourself a reliable and responsible assistant in the kitchen. If you are going to purchase a combination stove, give preference to a combined hob and electric oven. In any case, if you turn off the light, you will do without baking, but you will have to warm up something on gas. The main thing is to approach the issue with all responsibility and not rush to the choice, because you can make a rash purchase, and the prices for household appliances today are not small, and it’s a pity to spend the nerves.