For all cooking occasions: TOP 5 multicookers with a large bowl

"Everything ingenious is simple!" — obviously, this was the motto of the popular Redmond company, developing the model of our review. Indeed, the design solution is devoid of frills, everything is simple and concise. However, the external primitiveness of the device hides the functionality and usability offered to the user at a very affordable price.

Externally, the device resembles an ordinary large saucepan with a massive lid and a simplified control panel, on which a tiny but informative display is located. However, if there are not enough outlets in your kitchen and there is no way to put the device close to the power supply, then a short cord can seriously disappoint. However, many users find a way out by attaching cords from old PCs, since the connectors often coincide.

Despite the low-cost and simplicity, the slow cooker has something to say in your kitchen. Using ten built-in modes, you can master about 200 different recipes offered in the device's cookbook. And if you have your own culinary masterpieces in your arsenal, you can use the "Multi–cooker" mode, which allows you to adjust the cooking parameters for the user's recipe (the degree of heating from 35 – 170 °C). By the way, in all programs, except "Yogurt", there is also an opportunity to adjust the cooking temperature.

Among the main programs, such as "Milk porridge", "Frying", "Soup" and "Stewing", you can choose steaming (a durable plastic bowl is included) or pamper your family with healthy homemade yogurt. True, there are no special jars in the kit, and in general the equipment is very limited, which is typical for products of this price segment.

Additional functions include "delayed start" for up to 24 hours, temperature support and auto—shutdown.

The capacity of the aluminium bowl with non-stick coating is stated to be 5 liters, but in fact the working volume is slightly more than three. The power of 860 watts is quite enough to cook quickly without wasting extra electricity.

This model will appeal to everyone who is not used to spending a lot of time cooking, is not picky in choosing lunch and appreciate high-quality products for little money.

The Japanese company YUMMY Corporation diligently develops household appliances with high-quality components, creating modern multifunctional appliances, generously seasoned with innovative finds.

Despite the relatively standard dimensions and decent weight, the model looks stylish and compact externally, and the user is offered to choose from two colours: metallic or red. On the front side there is a large touchscreen display and an analogue toggle switch for selecting programs.

The manufacturer assures that intelligent control and versatility allow you to abandon additional kitchen equipment, such as steamers, bread makers, fryers or yogurt makers. Indeed, 24 built-in programs and the presence of a "free mode" expand the culinary possibilities of the hostess. In addition to the main dishes, the slow cooker will allow you to decorate the festive table with homemade jelly, bake fragrant bread, please the household with juicy cabbage rolls or prepare a healthy homemade yogurt, especially since the set includes 6 cups of 150 mL.

If you are used to making blanks for the winter, a little assistant greatly simplifies the laborious process, since a "Sterilization" programme is provided here. For those who adhere to the principles of proper nutrition, there is a "Steaming" function and, of course, in the package you will find a roomy container for a steamer made of good plastic.

The capacious five-liter bowl received a high-quality non-stick coating SUNA CERAMIC, which the company considers its unique development, as it is made exclusively of environmental materials and is characterized by high wear resistance.

It is also worth noting the system of uniform temperature distribution, which excludes the burning of the dish, even if you do not use oil or fat.

Pleasant bonuses will be such functions as: auto-off, temperature support and delayed start.

In general, the device is worthy of praise and will appeal to many housewives who appreciate high-quality household appliances at a reasonable price.

There is no limit to the range of kitchen appliances from the popular Philips brand, and all devices are designed for long-term service, as well as multifunctional, and the Philips HD 4749 multicooker is no exception.

The laconic and versatile design of the device will be able to harmonize in any interior, and the glossy plastic of the case will echo well with any kitchen appliances. Only the beauty will have to be maintained regularly, and if the manufacturer has provided convenient care for the nanoceramic-coated bowl, which can be washed in the dishwasher, then you will always have to keep a rag on the alert for a thorough view of the touch display.

The range of programs (22 pcs) is quite enough to meet the needs of even families with high gastronomic requirements. Lovers of Italian cuisine will be able to pamper themselves with real pasta "al dente" in the "Pasta" mode, and connoisseurs of a healthy snack will appreciate the "Casserole" and "Yogurt" programs, but the latter will have to be cooked in a bowl and poured into homemade jars and glasses, since there are no special ones in the kit. And in general, the configuration causes indignation, since there is also no measuring cup and ladle. But an extensive cookbook for 200 recipes pleases, and if you got your culinary masterpieces from your grandmother, then using the Multi-Cooker programme with manual adjustment of parameters, their implementation will not be difficult. The settings under which your favorite dishes were prepared can be saved using the "My Recipe" function, which is convenient and reduces time.

Of the different modes, it is worth highlighting "Eggs" and "Kefir", since these are very rare, but useful programs that significantly simplify daily cooking.

Cooking is also facilitated by 3D heating technology, which evenly distributes heat. The functions of maintaining the temperature and the presence of a timer for delaying the start will also be useful, although it must be borne in mind that the time is set taking into account the already prepared dish, and not by the beginning of cooking.

If there are little fidgets in your house, then the control panel lock function is a real assistant.

Polaris, which previously worked in the direction of modest and low-cost products, decided to please the user with an innovative slow cooker that managed to absorb the best characteristics and indicators inherent in the premium segment.

The modern design with rounded corners has a "polished metal" coating, and the front part is decorated with a massive LED display with a pleasant blue backlight. All control is carried out by means of a toggle switch and touch buttons "additional services" on the sides.

The model has a collapsible cover on a rubber seal and a removable steam valve.

However, evil tongues immediately accused the manufacturer of plagiarism, referring to the fact that the model is very similar to a slow cooker from the elite segment — Bork U800 . Indeed, the design, design features and some technological findings are very similar, but the manufacturer does not deny this, assuring that the focus on leaders is only for the benefit of the consumer. Moreover, confidence in your product is confirmed by a three-year warranty from the manufacturer.

If we talk about the author's findings, the model has received a unique and very useful function — "Weighing". That is, the device allows you to choose the right amount of ingredients and, based on the data obtained, independently corrects the temperature and cooking time. The 3D heating technology is also worthy of praise, it allows you to evenly warm up a four-liter non-stick bowl, which completely eliminates burning. By the way, the slow cooker is able to maintain the set temperature throughout the day, and this is a very decent indicator. And if the power goes out, all settings will be saved within an hour.

The surface of the device is of course branded and prone to scratches and scuffs, but with proper regular care this can be avoided. The ability to wash the bowl in the dishwasher, as well as the collapsible lid design simplify the task of keeping the multivark clean.

There are 36 different programs sewn into the device's memory, using which you can cook the most delicious dish. Among the main ones, such as "Frying", "Milk porridge", "Baking" or "Soup", it is worth highlighting the useful programme "Tincture", which allows you to prepare decoctions of herbs or "Boiled pork", using which you can bake juicy meat with a crispy crust. Sweetmeats will like the "Jam", "Jelly" and "Cheesecake" modes, with the help of the latter you can prepare cakes with soft cream, cottage cheese or cream cheese. Healthy food lovers will appreciate "Yogurt" and "Cottage Cheese", and thrifty housewives will simplify the preservation process using the "Stereolization" programme.

The equipment of the device does not cause complaints: a measuring spoon, ladle, flat spatula, steaming container, yogurt jars, a bright book with recipes.

If you are a supporter of household appliances that can replace several devices at once, then the multivarki model from the Italian brand De'longh will be able to surprise you.

Even when unpacking a kitchen gadget, it seems that we have something good in front of us. The appearance of the device differs significantly from its counterparts, due to functional features. Made of high-quality materials, the structure is very massive, oversized and weighty (5.6 kg), so it is not always easy to find a place for it in the kitchen, and there is no carrying handle, but it is able to replace a number of devices. It is worth highlighting the high power of the multicooker at 1400 watts.

The manufacturer positions the device as 5 in 1: slow cooker, frying pan, air grill, air fryer, oven.

The five—liter bowl is distinguished by a stable Teflon coating (can be washed in a dishwasher), the presence of a folding handle with a lock, and most importantly — a built-in blade at the bottom, which allows you not to mix the dish during cooking by hand. Although the walls of the bowl are not very thick, uniform heating from all sides, including the "top", eliminates burning.

An aerogrill in the form of a "cap" significantly expands culinary possibilities, and a removable transparent lid will provide easy care.

The control is implemented in the style of "minimalism": a pair of temperature control buttons and a round mode switch. There are not so many modes themselves, and adjusting the settings does not allow you to accelerate, as if hinting at cooking according to recipes from the included cookbook. Thus, the main idea of the manufacturer was the complete liberation of the user from unnecessary worries — you just need to download the products and choose the mode, and the device will take care of the time and temperature settings on its own. And in general, the presence of a bright and informative cookbook and a special application with recipes for a smartphone will definitely not leave your family hungry.

Each programme is carried out in its own mode, for example, in "Quenching / porridge", the stirring blade is activated after three minutes and even if you open the lid, the process will continue, but in the "Pizza" programme, opening the lid can put the process "on pause".

The model has not received a huge variety of programs and functions, it is quite massive and does not differ in super-configuration (measuring cup, mixing spatula), but its presence in your kitchen can simplify the daily cooking process, delighting the family with delicious and varied dishes.