On guard of a healthy diet: TOP 5 ovens with a double boiler

Presented in 2018, the built-in oven of the Zanussi brand is characterized by a pleasant laconic design. It is complemented by neat controls: heated switches and a small touch panel. The Anti Finger-Print coating is responsible for practicality, preventing the appearance of finger marks on the front surface of the oven.

The Zanussi OP-ZB4334 oven is equipped with two traditional heating elements (upper and lower), a grill and a convection fan. In total, the user is offered 8 cooking modes.

A separate programme is provided for cooking pizza. And in convection mode, PlusSteam steam treatment is available. It is necessary to pour water into a special recess at the bottom of the 72-liter chamber, and then activate the corresponding function. During cooking, humidity increases, which gives the dishes juiciness and ruddiness, contributes to the formation of a crispy crust.

The Zanussi OP-ZB4334 implements the usual set of options for modern electric ovens. The thermostat allows you to set the desired cooking temperature, and the start delay and timer control the operating time of the device. The care of the working chamber of the model simplifies the Easyclean enamel of easy cleaning and the mentioned PlusSteam function: steam treatment softens dirt on the walls of the chamber and helps with their removal.

The door of the model consists of two glasses, which is why during operation it can be strongly heated from the outside (55 degrees). Most analogues today are offered with 3 or more layers. Another disadvantage of the Zanussi OP-ZB4334 is the lack of a control lock function to protect against children. But considering the attractive price, the oven is still one of the most interesting low-cost solutions with a steam function.

The Electrolux oven with standard dimensions for embedding (590x560x550 mm) has a working volume of 70 liters, which will satisfy the needs of most families. The model is equipped with a touch control panel, a Velvet Closing door guide that provides smooth automatic closing and telescopic guides at the same camera level.

By combining different types of heating, including grilling and convection Electrolux EOB 8757 allows you to cook various dishes. The total number of modes totals 17 pcs, including such specialized ones as baking bread, pizza, defrosting, maintaining the desired temperature.

Thanks to the presence of a thermosensor (thermal probe), the preparation of popular poultry and meat dishes can be fully automated. When choosing the desired automatic programme, you only need to set the weight of the product, and the oven will select the temperature, type of heating and time independently.

Electrolux EOB 8757 supports steaming, for which it is necessary to add water (up to 1 liter) to a special retractable container located next to the control panel. Three steam treatment modes are available to the user. So, Steam + Hot air will help to cook juicy meat and pastries with a golden crust. Partial steam + heat mode is designed for defrosting and heating of finished products. And the function of steam in its pure form repeats the work of an ordinary steamer.

Also, with the help of steam treatment, the working chamber is cleaned: the impurities soften, after which they can be easily removed with a rag.

The oven is equipped with a timer, child protection and memorization of settings of frequently used cooking modes (my favorite programme). Strong heating of the door from the outside prevents its multilayer structure (there are 4 glasses). The energy consumption class of the model corresponds to the A+ rating.

Electrolux EOB 8757 is gaining popularity among customers for a reason, rightfully being considered one of the best steam ovens in the middle price segment.

The model represents the line of household appliances Ora-Ito, created by the French designer Ora Ito. Laconic, geometrically correct shapes of the oven body are complemented by a glass control panel and a wide rounded handle. The only disadvantage of a stylish appearance is the branded, quickly collecting prints and traces of the front surface.

The oven will create a harmonious ensemble with other Slovenian kitchen appliances, for example, a refrigerator Gorenje NRK ORA 62 E black and/or hood Gorenje WHI 643 ORA B black Price from 11 700 up to 17 579 ₴.

The built-in oven is compact in size (46x60x55 cm) and holds 50 liters, which is usually enough for families of 2-3 people. The controls are represented by heated rotary switches and an IconLED+ touch panel with a child lock function.

The vaulted shape of the Gorenje BCS 547 ORA camera is complemented by telescopic guides on one of the levels, a GentleClose smooth closing system (auto guide) and an UltraCoolDoor door, which consists of three glasses and is equipped with a mechanical lock.

Gorenje BCS 547 ORA has traditional and convection heaters, a grill and a steam generator. Together and separately, they offer the user 11 cooking modes.

Steam treatment can be carried out separately (PureSteam), which is an alternative to a conventional steamer, or simultaneously with convection (MultiSteam 360°). In the latter mode, it is possible to adjust the intensity of vaporization to obtain juicy beef, pork, fish and poultry. For precise control of the temperature regime when baking meat dishes, a temperature probe (thermal probe) is included with the oven.

It is proposed to clean the Gorenje BCS 547 ORA working chamber from contamination with steam (AquaClean mode). Separate descaling is provided for the water tank. The guides and the oven door are removable, which is also designed to simplify care.

Gorenje BCS 547 ORA is suitable for owners of small kitchens who are looking for a compact and stylish appliance with steam function.

The 2018 model, representing the premium Series 8 line, offers convenient management capabilities. In addition to a touch panel with three TFT displays and a ring switch ControlRing, the oven is equipped with a Wi-Fi module. It allows you to make the oven part of a "smart home" and control the work remotely via the Home Connect app on a smartphone or tablet.

The 71-liter Bosch HSG 636XS6 oven offers 14 operating modes. They are designed for baking, baking, frying, drying, heating and maintaining the temperature of various dishes. In addition to traditional heating, grilling and convection, the steamer mode is implemented in the model. With its help, you can not only cook for a couple, but also defrost products, carefully warm up portioned dishes, perform dough proofing.

The built-in PerfectBake readiness sensor paired with the PerfectRoast multipoint temperature probe allows you to automate most cooking processes. In the DishAssist menu, it is enough to specify the type of dish to cook, and the oven will set all its parameters independently. If necessary, any Bosch HSG 636XS6 automatic programme can be adjusted and save the changes made or programme your recipes.

The back wall of the working chamber is equipped with a self-cleaning coating EcoClean Direct, which absorbs and breaks down fat and other contaminants. The convenience in operation of the Bosch HSG 636XS6 is provided by telescopic guides on three levels of the oven and a door guide with a SoftClose shock absorber. Additional protection in operation, in addition to blocking the control from children, is provided by the 3-layer glazing of the door: when heated, its maximum temperature does not exceed 40 degrees.

The disadvantage of the Bosch HSG 636XS6 is the high cost. However, there are simply less affordable models with a steamer and remote control among the ovens of 2017-2018.

The oven belonging to the premium iQ700 series of the Siemens brand gives out a stylish and strict design, an informative Touchdisplay Plus TFT display on the control panel, the avodovodchik (SoftClose smooth closing system), familiar for this class of devices, and telescopic guides on the second level of the working chamber.

In the 67-liter Siemens HN 678G4S6 oven, you can cook dishes at temperatures from 30 to 300 degrees Celsius. 15 modes of operation are offered, including traditional lower and upper heating, convection blowing, grilling, languishing, etc.

The cookControl Plus system allows you to automate the processes of cooking popular dishes. The roastingSensor thermal probe is able to ensure the perfect readiness of meat products. It measures the temperature inside the pulp, and when the desired value is reached, the oven itself will turn off. Similar automation, but when baking pizza, cupcakes and other flour products, is provided by the bakingSensor readiness sensor, which selects the required cooking time and temperature.

The Siemens HN 678G4S6 has a steamer function. The water tank is hidden behind a pull-out control panel. Pouring liquid into it, you can simply cook with steam or in combination with various types of heating, warm up (refresh) ready meals, leave the dough in the chamber so that it rises.

The oven is equipped with a microwave function. It allows you to speed up the heating, defrosting and cooking of various dishes. The user can use the microwave mode separately or together with various types of heating, adjust the power of the microwave heater (from 90 to 900 watts).

Simple and effective care of the model is provided by the activeClean pyrolytic cleaning system. In the appropriate mode, the chamber is heated to high temperatures, as a result of which any contamination turns into ash and is easily removed.

The disadvantage of the oven is the high price. However, do not forget that the purchase of Siemens HN 678G4S6 will replace several other popular kitchen appliances at once, includingA microwave oven and a steamer.