Which oven to choose - gas or electric?

Pies, buns, meat under mayonnaise, fish in foil, roast in pots - but what can you cook in the oven? Fast, tasty, inexpensive. Kitchen appliances produce a variety of companies, so that the landlady will inevitably have a question, what kind of oven to choose - gas or electric, and from which producer. On the intricacies of different models read in our article.

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Gas or electricity?

Do owners of pre-installed electric cookers usually do not arise questions. Gas in such houses is not carried out, with tanks you do not want to bother everyone, so there are no alternatives to an electric oven.

If the gas is reduced or you build your own house and just decide how to equip the kitchen - you can compare the advantages and disadvantages of both techniques and make a reasonable choice.

Before deciding which oven to choose - gas or electric, try to estimatethe advantages of both. Gas units are usually much cheaper, but is it always worthwhile to focus only on price?

General characteristics of

Both those and other units can be:

• embedded;
• stand alone.

Divide the ovens also in size. They can be:

• full-size;The
• is compact.

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Gas ovens

To thoroughly understand what kind of oven to choose - gas or electric, consider first the features of the technique on gas.

Advantages of

In addition to the relatively low price, gas ovens have other advantages:

• the possibility of autonomous operation;
• high heating rate;
• high cooling rate;
• simplicity of management;
• speed of cooking;
• large number of functions;
• modern design.

Important! As a rule, a large gas stove is certainly equipped with an oven. However, on sale you can find models that do not match with the burners. Such a locker is easily connected to a gas cylinder, including a portable one. By the way, small gas cylinders you can always buy where you sell goods for gardeners or tourists. This oven is simply indispensable in the country.

Control types

The gas unit can have two types of control:

• mechanical;
• electron-mechanical.
  

Which gas oven is best? Let's define the possibilities:

• Some companies already produce gas ovens with electronic control, but such models are rather mixed, rather than purely gas.
• Mechanical type of control means that the oven is switched on quickly and easily, besides its panel is arranged quite simply. Even a very experienced owner is able to cope with mechanical adjustments.

Heating rate

The oven heats very quickly. Natural gas has a high heat dissipation, so it will not be necessary to wait until the temperature necessary for a given dish is established. Cooling the camera too quickly.

Important! An important advantage of such ovens - they practically do not harm standing furniture. Nearby can stand tables and cabinets from any material - from such a neighborhood, they definitely will not melt. The only thing you need to worry about constantly is that there is no open fire on nearby surfaces. Some models are equipped with a special system to protect furniture.

Heating modes

Gas ovens come in several forms:

• with one heating mode;
• with two;
• with side heaters

Which gas oven is best? We find out:

• In single-mode ovens, the flame is only supplied from one side( most often from the bottom).
• In the second case, there is fire from below, and from above, and in the third - side zones also work.

Important! Check whether it is possible to use different modes at the same time - there are models with only sequential switching.

Style and design

Uniform white gas stoves with ovens, considered a miracle of technology half a century ago, are still produced. But it is necessary to pay homage to manufacturers of home appliances - on show-windows and in catalogs now it is possible to see not only well familiar models. Gas ovens are very diverse in color and design.

Functions

The modern gas oven functions are not much smaller than the electric ones.

In short, these are good, reliable and durable kitchen units.

But to say that the gas oven is the top of perfection is still not entirely justified. For this miracle of technology has its drawbacks.

Cons

The main flaw of any gas appliance is a potential hazard. The burning of gas must be constantly checked. However, modern models are equipped with "gas control" systems.

Thanks to this system, the supply of gas ceases, if suddenly the flame for some reason is extinguished. There are other disadvantages:

• the inability to accurately set the temperature;
• inability to fully automate the cooking process;
• complexity of cleaning.

Important! Unfortunately, even the owners of the latest models often have to determine the temperature "by eye".Yes, the thermostat knob rotates by a certain number of divisions, but this or that risk means not so much the temperature as the strength of the flame. Therefore, the state of the dish must be checked periodically or rely on the will of the case and your own intuition( if, for example, the recipe can not open the oven).

Accordingly, it is not possible to fully commission the preparation of a "smart" unit, as is possible with a modern electric oven or a mixed model with an electronic control system.

Cleaning

In the gas oven, catalytic panels can be installed. Catalytic cleaning is very convenient and effective. Unfortunately, pyrolysis in models working on gas can not be applied, because the desired temperature can not be reached. Panels can be turned or changed.

Body material

When buying a gas oven, be sure to pay attention to the case material:

• steel;
• cast iron;
• ceramics.

Which gas oven is best for this criterion? Let's see:

• The most popular are the steel models. They are durable and durable, they are difficult to damage. The main drawback is that they heat up quickly.
• Cast iron has been used for a long time, but it is quite fragile. Accidentally falling from the pan can permanently deprive you of the oven.
• Ceramic aggregates should also be handled with care, but they have a very significant advantage - they do not heat up.

Additional features of the

A very useful thing is a timer. In addition, some models may have:

• sound notification;
• tangential cooling;
• electric ignition:
• grill;
• defrost;
• convection.

Which of these is better in gas ovens?- Decide for yourself, based on the following features:

• The electric ignition system makes it possible to do without matches and lighters.
• The oven with the function of tangential cooling can be put close to the cabinets and tables, which is especially important for a small kitchen.
• Convection allows to distribute heat evenly, so that when the cake burns from one side and remains moist inside, it becomes impossible.

Important! The best gas built-in ovens are, as a rule, mixed two-chamber models. The lower chamber operates on natural gas, the upper one - from electricity. Such ovens are offered by some well-known German firms.

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Electric ovens

To fully understand what kind of oven to choose - gas or electric, let's take a closer look at the possibilities of the second group's technique.

Advantages of

The electric oven is much safer than gas. You do not have to deal with cylinders and think about whether you turned off the gas when you left the house.

Other advantages of such models also have:

• practicality;
• the ability to accurately set the temperature;
• large number of functions;
• different cleaning methods.

Important! Buying an integrated oven, you do not have to think about where to put it - a place for it has already been reserved. It will take its place in the section of the cabinet with heat-resistant walls, so you can not be afraid that the furniture will light up. The main drawback of electric models is the high price.

Control

There are three ways of controlling the electric oven:

• mechanical;
• is an electronic-mechanical;
• electronic.

We decide that it is better to choose:

• Oven with mechanical control is long and easy to maintain. True, the number of modes for such units is limited.

Important! Such models are good for experienced cooks, who are accustomed to rely on themselves in everything.

• With the electronic-mechanical part of the control functions lies on the mechanical regulator, the rest is made by the electronic unit. The possibilities for such models are greater, but they are more expensive, and they break more often - usually the electronic unit is out of order. However, it is impossible to replace it.
• Electronic control method. The most modern variant. Cooking can only choose the right program and install it with a key or a simple finger tap. Particularly advanced models are equipped with a display on which you can track the process. True, this is quite expensive.

Important! In the commission shops you can still meet old electric oven, which only work autonomously. They are very cheap, they still work, but there are no functions necessary for a modern cook.

Cleaning systems

The most modern cleaning methods can be used in electric models. However, even now you can meet on sale very cheap devices in which no self-cleaning system is provided - burnt fat is removed with an exceptionally stiff washcloth or softened with the help of a saucer with citric acid put inside.

However, in most models, this function is still available:

• Pyrolysis cleaning is used in premium models. The oven is completely cleaned, the residues are simply burned. But this takes a separate time. In this case, you must strictly follow that the furniture is not too close( the gap should be at least 10 cm).
• Models with hydrolysis cleaning are much cheaper. The efficiency of the process, however, is somewhat lower, and something has to be removed mechanically. But the purchase of such an aggregate will significantly save the family budget.

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What to do when choosing?

There are several criteria that you need to pay attention first of all, when deciding which oven to choose - gas or electric:

1. Can you allocate extra space in the kitchen?
2. Assess your needs - how often do you expect to use the oven?
3. What functions do you really need, and what kind of features will you never use?
4. When choosing an electric oven, find out what additional load the electricity supply in your home can withstand.

Important! If space is small, it is better to give preference to built-in technology. You can also do this when the oven itself does not fit into the design of the room. Combination with the hob is a convenient thing, but not always possible.

How and what do you prepare?

On how often you are going to use the oven, a lot depends. If your loved ones can not live without pies and rolls, you cook them constantly and in large quantities - it is better to choose an assembly more powerful and sufficiently voluminous. In this case, a good electric oven is more suitable.

For those who do not need to bake a lot and bake, bake and torment, a cheap gas or low-power electric is suitable.

Do you need the functions of heating, delayed start, maintaining a certain temperature? Modern ovens have them - but they will have to pay for each of them. So if you do not use them - choose a simpler model.

Important! The gas oven can work autonomously, but the electric oven can not operate. Do not forget to clarify the power of the unit and consult about the state of the electrical systems in your home, especially if you live in the old fund.

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Popular brands

Very often the same firms produce both gas and electric models. This is not surprising, because many of them have been working in the home appliances market for many years.

Both types of products offer:

• Siemens;
• Samsung,
• ARDO:
• Whirpool;
• Electrolux;
• Zanussi;
• Hansa;
• Neff;
• Gorenje;
• Mielle;
• Bosch;
• Kuppersbusch.

The cost of the unit is determined not only by the appearance and availability of functions, but by the brand:

• The most expensive are the Mielle, Bosch and Kuppersbusch models.
• In the middle of the price range are "Electrolux", "Hansa", "Burning", "Neff", "Zanussi".
• Finally, the companies "Siemens" or "Samsung" are always pleased with their customers with cheap quality models of electric and gas ovens.

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Ovens ratings

The rating of the best ovens is determined by the following parameters:

• type;
• size;
• capacity of the working chamber;
• number of functions;
• modes;
• features of care;
• design;
• efficiency;
• degree of protection.

Popular electric ovens

If you still decide to give preference to the electrical option, here are a few decent models from which you can make your choice.

Ardesia HSN 060 IC

Compact model, the volume of the oven is 38 liters.

Features:

• 5 modes;
• grill;
• convection;
• uniform heating;
• timer;
• fan;
• is easy to clean.

Hotpoint-Ariston FTR 850

Stylish independent electric oven, volume - 58 liters.

Features:

• 8 modes;
• is economical in everything;
• hydrolysis cleaning;
• fan;
• backlight.

Siemens HB23AB620R

Inexpensive model, but very high-quality.

Features:

• 5 modes;
• efficiency;
• fast heating;
• high quality baking;
• child protection system;
• triple glazing;
• hydrolysis cleaning.

The best gas ovens

To understand which gas oven is best for you, review the review of these models.

Bosch HGN22F350

More precisely, this model can be called gas-electric:

• lower part - gas;
• top - it works from mains.

Large full-sized oven for 60 liters.

Features:

• 5 heating modes;
• touch screen;
• thermostat;
• spit;
• electric ignition;
• timer;
• backlight;
• fan.

Delonghi PGGA4

A full-size gas oven with a capacity of 55 liters.

Features:

• 3 modes;
• grill;
• convection;
• warmth uniformity;
• timer;
• fan;
• backlight;
• the possibility of a protective shutdown.

Fornelli FGA 45 Stretto

Medium oven - volume 45 liters.

Features:

• 5 modes;
• convenient configuration;
• gas control;
• catalytic cleaning.

That's all you need to know to finally decide which oven to choose - gas or electric, and decide on a suitable model. We hope, now you do not have problems with cooking even the most difficult dishes, as the purchased and installed equipment meets your requirements in everything.