How to choose an aerogrill?

An aerogrill or convection oven is a relatively new type of kitchen equipment, but has already won the love of a host of housewives. If you also thought about buying this technique, but do not know how to choose aerogril for the house, try to tell below.

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Why do I need an aerogrill?

Aerogril is a unique device that can replace at the same time an oven, a stove, a microwave, and even a toaster or a steamer.

The aero attachment means that the grill operates due to air flows. It works by convection: the heating element creates hot air, which gradually heats the products, and the fan distributes the air so that the food warms evenly.

Important! This process of cooking is safer than, for example, in a microwave oven.

Arrangement and configuration of

Regular aerogrill consists of:

• fan;
• glass bulb on the stand;
• covers with heater and control panel.

Important! Depending on the configuration, inside the flask you can install baking sheets, grills and even skewers .

The ability to install several grills and baking trays, allows you to cook several different dishes in the appliance at once.

Important! Do not fry meat at the same time and try to bake buns. The smells of the dishes are mixed, and you will not get the result you expected.

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Functions

Different models are available with a different set of functions. In new types of aerogrills, mechanisms have been developed that allow landladies to regulate not only the temperature regime, but also the speed of blowing. To properly choose aerogril for the house, the functional of the device must be taken into account, based on their needs.

Basic functions of aerogrills:

1. Temperature adjustment is a mandatory function, and must be supported by all models. The temperature regime can differ, but mainly varies from 60 to 260 degrees Celsius.
2. Maintaining the temperature is an additional function, in which the dish will keep the temperature after it has been cooked.
3. Control of convection speed is optional, but very useful. With its help, you can adjust how much the dish will be blown out. This will affect the formation of appetizing crusts and the speed of cooking.
4. Delay on - there are not all models, but very convenient. With this function, you can set the timer for the required time, and the dish will be prepared exactly for your breakfast, lunch or dinner.
5. Cookware programs - this smart option is in most expensive models. It is convenient for those who do not want to monitor the temperature or time. The option allows you to simply add the necessary ingredients of the dish and set the desired mode.

Important! Also, different manufacturers offer the following additional modes:

• defrost;
• drying;
• grill;
• frying;
• baking;
• smoking.

But not even the most expensive model can easily cope with the preparation of meat, fish, vegetables, baking and heating food.

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Selecting the aerogree

Before you rush to buy new equipment, you need to disassemble its main functions, compare the models to choose the appropriate option. Different manufacturers offer an extensive set of functions, and among this variety remains a difficult question, which should pay attention to the newcomer. Consider the important parameters that you should pay attention to before choosing an aerogrill.

Heating element

Today the heating of aerogrills is represented by metal tubular electric heaters or glass halogen lamps:

1. The first type of heater can easily last up to ten years, but its heating is very slow.
2. The service life of the halogen lamp is only about three years. But the halogen lamp has its advantages: it treats food more carefully, and unlike TEN, it is not susceptible to oxidation and will cook food much quicker.

Important! If you decide to purchase an aerogrill, which will last a long time, then the choice is better to stop on the option with a tubular heater. If the price of such a device is too high for you, you can buy a more affordable, but less durable option.

Cover

The quality of its operation and the food being cooked will depend on how the aerogrill closes securely.

Today, the instrument covers are represented by options on the fasteners, and without them:

1. The minus of the attached cover will be the additional weight of the technique and the reduction of its volume.
2. Of the minus the removable option mistress noted the risk of burns and inconvenience when storing an individual element.

Control

1. Control of aerogrids in modern models of such household appliances is represented by mechanical or electronic options:
   If for the preparation you need to know only the time and temperature regime, then the mechanical option is quite suitable. All its control is focused on the switch, which turns to the required values.
2. If you need more controllable functions, for example: speed control, precise temperature, different cooking modes, delayed cooking for a given time, then your version is aerogrill with electronic control. Such a device is equipped with a display with basic information about its operation.

Important! The display can be touch or operate from the buttons, and everyone can choose the most convenient option for themselves.

If we compare the cost of these options, the mechanical control of the aerogrill is much cheaper than its advanced electronic colleague. Consider this factor before choosing an aerogrill.

Size

Usually the size of aerogrills is indicated by two digits:

1. First - means the size of the inner bowl.
2. The second - indicates the volume with additional elements.

The devices can be divided into small ones - up to 12 l with additions, medium and large( more than 16 l):

1. Large models take up more space and time for cooking, but they can prepare food for 10 or more people.
2. Small models are compact, they are much easier to wash, and they are designed for a family of 2-3 people.

Important! The most popular models for today have a volume from 5 to 12 liters.

Power

This characteristic is important to pay special attention. Aerogril is not one of those devices that save electricity. Small aerogrills with a minimum set of functions can operate at a power of 1000 watts, but volumetric models with a large bowl and with all the additional parameters can be small and 1700 watts.

Important! The home version is a golden mean with a power of about 1300 watts. If you are going to purchase a more powerful option, be prepared for the fact that the electricity bill can increase dramatically.

Additional accessories

In the configuration of the device itself, manufacturers often add additional useful accessories. The presence of them, of course, increases the price, but in most cases they are very useful, and sometimes - irreplaceable.

Accessories:

1. Lattice - usually in the complete set there are several pieces. This makes it possible to cook several different dishes in the appliance at once.
2. Baking tray - perfect for preparing food in foil or baking.
3. Additional rings - allow to expand the volume of aerogrill.
4. Shampoo - they are convenient to cook shish kebabs without leaving home.
5. Nozzle for grilling - any meat is much more useful if you cook it in aerogrill, and do not buy ready-made grill products in stores.
6. Forceps - help housewives not burn themselves when extracting cooked products.
7. Steamer - it is easy and easy to prepare healthy food in aerogrill.

Important! On this list of additional devices does not end, so before deciding which aerogrill better to choose, pay attention to its configuration. Choose those options that will really help you, so as not to overpay for unnecessary functionality.

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Popular models of

Today the manufacturers present different models, with completely different prices for aerogrill. Functions are sometimes so incomprehensible that it is easy to get confused in them, not only for a beginner, but also for a specialist. Let's try to compare the most famous brands. Let's start with the most budgetary options and gradually move on to more expensive models.

Aerogrill UNIT UCO-916

Unit is an Austrian brand, known in Russia since 1993.The company has established itself as a good manufacturer of inexpensive household appliances for home and kitchen - from small teapots to vacuum cleaners and aerogrills.

Product specifications:

• Heater - halogen.
• Volume - 7 liters.
• Power - 1000 watts.
• Control is mechanical.
• The cover is removable.
• Additional rings are missing.
• Additional functions: self-cleaning, timer for hour, indicator light.
• Supplied complete with pliers, lower grille.

Important! Customers' comments mark a cumbersome construction, the lack of possibility to put an extra bowl. Of the advantages is an attractive price and rapid heating of the device.

Aerogrill DAEWOO DAG-2211

The Korean company DAEWOO has long been familiar to the Russian consumer, since the huge corporation includes various divisions that produce everything from cars to household appliances. The division of the brand - DAEWOO Electronics makes various electronic devices of the middle price category, which include both office and home appliances.

Characteristics of the air grinder:

• Heater - halogen.
• Volume - 12 liters.
• Power - 1200 watts.
• Control is mechanical.
• The cover is removable.
• Additional rings are one.
• Additional functions - self-cleaning, timer for an hour, indicator light.
• Complete with tongs, lower and upper grilles.

Important! The price of such a device is quite attractive, but the device is large, so in a small kitchen it will be difficult for him to find a suitable installation site.

Aerogrill POLARIS PAG 1207

Polaris is also a vivid representative of the household appliance market in Russia, but the company began to produce aerogrili relatively recently. The average price segment and the quality of the devices of this brand attract buyers.

Model specifications:

• Heater - halogen.
• Volume - 7-10 liters.
• Power - 1000 watts.
• Control - mechanical.
• The cover is removable.
• Additional rings are one.
• Additional functions: timer for 60 minutes, self-cleaning, auto shut-off.
• Complete set - tongs, baking sheet, two grilles.

Important! According to reviews, there are problems with self-cleaning and a small volume of the bulb, of pluses - compactness and low price of the device.

Aerogrill VES AX-730

VES - not very well-known to the Russian consumer company, the main direction of which is the development and sale of aerogrills. As the company is not sprayed on various household appliances, the quality of its products in comparison with previous models increases, but the cost becomes above average.

Product specifications:

• Heater - halogen.
• The volume is 12-17 liters.
• Power - 1350 watts.
• Management - electronic.
• Cover - bracket.
• Additional rings are one.
• Additional functions: automatic shutdown, self-cleaning, 2-hour timer, LCD display, maintaining and adjusting temperature, convection speed control.
• Package: two grilles 4 skewers, tongs, stand for the lid, stand for the bird.

Important! Users note the simplicity and convenience of this aerogrill, a relatively low price and compactness. However, many housewives complained about the inconvenience of the bracket cover and the long warm-up of the device.

Aerogrill Hotter HX-1098 Smart

Hotter for today is the most famous brand of aerogrills. Due to their quality, the devices of this brand have won the hearts of many housewives. The price segment of Hotter aerogrills is medium and above average.

Product specifications:

• Heater - metal.
• The volume is 10-14 liters.
• Power - 1300 watts.
• Management - electronic.
• Cover - bracket.
• Additional rings are one.
• Additional functions: self-cleaning, convection speed adjustment, touch screen, 10 different cooking programs, protection against voltage surges, timer for 24 hours.
• Supplied complete with 3 gratings, mesh pan, tongs, 4 skewers.

Important! The reviews mark the convenience and ease of management, rapid heating. Of the minuses, a not very large bulb and a high cost were noted.

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Safety precautions

Whichever aerogrill you choose, it is important to remember the precautionary measures:

1. Before using, the flask must be warmed up.
2. If the device is equipped with a sensor, do not allow water and grease to come on the panel.
3. Do not use any plastic or wooden products inside.
4. When opening the lid of the appliance on, be as careful as possible.

Important! The device makes life easier for many housewives, simple and easy to use, but if there are small children at home, it's better to insure yourself and plan a place in advance where it can not harm .

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Advantages and disadvantages of aerogrilles

If you still doubt whether it is worth choosing aerogrill for a house or you can do without it, it is not superfluous to know the advantages and disadvantages of this technique.

Pros:

1. The main advantage of convection ovens is the ability to cook food without using oil. Processing food with hot air allows you to create delicious dishes, with the maximum preservation of all useful substances.
2. Another important advantage of this technology is its compactness - aerogrill can fit in any kitchen, and it is easy to transport.
3. The aerogrills have fallen in love with most housewives for their multifunctionality.

Cons:

1. High power consumption of the device.
2. Small volume, as well as various advertising tricks of manufacturers. For example, baking is difficult to prepare with the use of aerogrill.

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Summary

Aerogrill is a very convenient device that allows you to cook a wide variety of dishes without oil and fat. Its functions depend on the chosen model, but even the simplest versions can replace a plate, a microwave, a toaster, a multivark or a steamer.

If you compare such popular kitchen appliances as aerogrill, multivark and microwave with convection function, it is impossible to say unequivocally which one is better. The difference of all three devices lies in their operating principle:

• multivark, in fact, is an electric pan;
• microwave oven for its work uses radiation at high frequencies;
• aerogrill - hot air streams.

Accordingly - the same dish, cooked in three different instruments will have a completely different taste.

Important! The cost of good models of aerogrills is great, but if you consider their multifunctionality - it is better not to save on buying, and get a loyal and high-quality assistant for a long time.

We hope that now it is much easier for you to decide what you really need and you can choose aerogril for your home not in order to just stand there, but for you to use it regularly and to please your loved ones with delicious and healthy food.