TOP 5 best multicookers of 2015

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Saturn ST-MC9194 - an inexpensive, but very worthy candidate for the purchase of a multicooker. Its functionality, selected by the manufacturer on the principle of "nothing more", will be appreciated by those who prefer simple and budget kitchen appliances.Supra MCS-5391 value for money. In it, for relatively little money, almost all modern developments of multicooker manufacturers are implemented. So, the model boasts the function of volumetric 3D heating of the bowl, the manual “Multi-cook” mode and 39 automatic programs that allow you to cook a wide variety of dishes both on small and on a large “fire” of your heating element.

The updated version of Saturn ST-MC9194 has 18 rather than 12 cooking programs, including two cooking modes ("Express" and "Normal" with a fixed cooking time), "Baking", "Baking", "Porridge", "Soup", "Pasta", "Yogurt", "Frying", "Steamer" ”, “Stewing” and “Chef”. Separately, it is worth highlighting the Chef programme, with which the user can manually set the parameters for cooking. In addition, in the Steamer, Stew and Chef programs, you can select the type of product (Vegetables, Fish or Meat) and temperature. In the latter case, the minimum heating temperature is 40 °C, the maximum is 160 °C. In addition, the prudent manufacturer assumes that with the advent of experience, the user will be able not only to use ready-made built-in cooking programs, but also to make their own adjustments thanks to the “Custom Recipe” function.Intuitive interface will help you quickly master the rich functionality of the Supra MCS-5391: the upper display window displays the cooking time, the lower display shows the default temperature. Each of the autoprograms has its own separate button on one of the two thematic blocks below. Among such a wide variety of programs, it is worth highlighting such as: “Sterilization”, “Jam”, “Jellied”, “Stuffed cabbage”, “Heated milk”, “Cake” and “Yogurt”. By the way, especially for the latter, a set of special cups is included in the multicooker kit. The "Multipovar" function involves three modes in which any programme can be set to a specific temperature and cooking time. After the end of the cooking process for all programs, except for "Yoghurt", the keep warm function automatically turns on. For pre-installed programs (except "Cake" and "Cheesecake"), a start delay of 24 hours is provided.

The body of the multicooker is combined of plastic and metal, it is decorated with a cute floral pattern. Bowl with large capacity (5 l) has a ceramic coating. The touch control panel is complemented by a backlit display. The appliance comes with a standard set of accessories: a measuring cup, a soup spoon, a rice spoon, and a container for steaming. plastic with stainless steel inserts, a 5-liter saucepan made of aluminium with a non-stick Teflon coating. For the convenience of the user, a conditional scale of proportions for cereals and water is shown inside the bowl. Condensation that forms during cooking in this model is collected in a special recess on the body of the appliance around the bowl and flows into a separate container.

The Saturn model, despite its budget, is not devoid of the two most popular functions among housewives: delayed start and heat preservation. So, the start of cooking can be postponed up to 24 hours, and after cooking, the device will keep it warm. In the event that the temperature inside the device reaches the maximum allowable values, the overheating protection is activated in the multicooker. The lack of rubberized legs can be attributed to the weak points of the model. However, the situation can be saved by placing a silicone mat under the device. Also, many housewives advise replacing the supplied spoon with a silicone one - they say “native” can scratch the delicate coating of the multicooker bowl. And to get a high-quality result with the Supra MCS-5391, the manufacturer suggests using the recipes from the recipe book attached to the multicooker. Many hostesses find it very useful.

Philips Avance Collection HD 3165

In the new Philips HD 3165 model, the manufacturer has focused on efficiency by equipping the model with the innovative VitaPlus technology for fast and even heating. The multicooker has a double heating element, which provides a large usable area for the device. Due to this innovation, the bowl of the appliance heats up more evenly, without cold or hot spots, thereby guaranteeing cooking without the risk of overheating. This approach, in turn, ensures maximum preservation of vitamins in the dish.

Philips engineers decided to enhance the efficiency of the VitaPlus technology and the 3D heating function by equipping the multicooker with a new bowl with a thick-walled (2 mm) five-layer nano-ceramic coating ProKeram. As a result, thick walls distribute and retain heat better, and a special coating provides the bowl with increased resistance to scratches. It is noteworthy that such a bowl is practical and unpretentious in care - it can even be washed in dishwasher.

Philips HD "arsenal" 3165 has 18 cooking programs and a Multicook mode. The temperature setting here is available for the baking function (40 °C to 160 °C) and manual modes. The time can be changed for all auto programs, except for the pilaf, rice/cereals and roasting modes. The Multi Cook function can be used to cook your own recipes by setting the time from 5 minutes to 10 hours, the temperature from 30° C to 160° C, in 10 degree increments.

To the benefits The manufacturer refers the model to a convenient delay start timer from 1 to 24 hours. On our own, we add that for modern multicookers this function has already become more of a necessity than a “bonus”. But what not all analogues have is the blocking of buttons from interfering with children in the cooking process.

Some housewives include only a rather modest multicooker equipment (measuring bowl, steaming stand) to the minuses of the model. and a cookbook with 76 recipes) and a flimsy carrying handle. And so many buyers agree that the multicooker does its job perfectly.

Redmond RMC-FM230

Combining the functions of a number of kitchen appliances, the Redmond RMC-FM230 multicooker allows you to easily prepare a dish according to any interesting recipe found in your grandmother's cookbook or the Internet. The model has an innovative function of lifting the MasterFry heating element, which allows you to cook in a multicooker, like on a stove: put not only a bowl on the heating element of the device, but also a kettle, a saucepan or a frying pan (the latter is included in the device package).

Set of 70 cooking programs, including 41 automatic (taking into account the choice of product) and 29 manual settings, gives the owner of the Redmond RMC-FM230 a lot of opportunities for culinary experiments. Among the most interesting auto programs are dough proofing, fondue preparation, curd fermentation, baby food heating, dishes sterilization and pasteurization. The rich functionality of the device is complemented by the multi-cooker universal programme, with which you can set the cooking time and temperature (in the range from 35 to 180 ° C).

In addition to the fashionable three-dimensional heating technology, the multicooker also has one of the latest developments from Redmond - the "Master Chef" function, which provides the ability to change the cooking time and temperature up to 9 times directly in the process of the auto programme, as well as record the resulting sequence of changes instead of the original one. Changing the temperature when using this function is possible in the range from 35 °C to 180 °C in steps of 1 °C, cooking time - from 1 minute to 15 hours in steps of 1 minute.

To the distinctive features of the model include the ability to turn off sound signals and the presence of non-volatile memory, which in the event of a temporary power outage for 15 minutes will save the settings of a given programme. For added safety, a child lock feature prevents accidental button presses. And to protect against overheating when the cooking temperature is set above 130 ° C, the maximum operating time of the device is limited to two hours.

The standard equipment of the multicooker accessories has been extended with tongs to raise the heating element and a cookbook for 120 recipes designed specifically for this model.

Redmond RMC-SM1000

Redmond RMC-SM1000 differs from other models in our TOP-5 by its large size and focus on professional use. Combining the functions of various professional appliances, such a multicooker makes it possible to free up useful space in the kitchen, which is especially valuable in commercial use.

Daikin's Silkware Exceed non-stick bowl. "Silkware" in English means "silk clothes" - such a coating has not only a very slippery surface, but also an impressive resistance to chemicals, including even acids. Therefore, it is not surprising that the manufacturer positions the multicooker as a device that can provide high-quality results during intensive use in the HoReCa industry (Hotel, Restaurant, Cafe / Catering).

Only three automatic programs are implemented in the multicooker, apparently the most in demand among professional chefs: "Soup / stew", "Rice / cereals" and "Multi-cook". As their names suggest, they all focus on a particular type of food and the way food is processed. In the "Soup/stew" programme, manual setting of the cooking time is possible in the range from 20 minutes to 10 hours in 5-minute increments, in the "Rice/cereals" programme - from 10 minutes to 4 hours in 5-minute increments. In the "Multi-cook" you can specify not only the cooking time, but also the desired temperature. The temperature is adjustable within 35-100°C in increments of 5°C, and the cooking time is from 2 minutes to 15 hours in increments of 1 minute.

Additional features of the model include dough proofing modes , fermentation of cottage cheese and yogurt, pasteurization. Another feature of the model will be very useful in industrial operation - sterilization of dishes and cutlery. In a multicooker, both steam and water (medical) sterilization methods can be used. The classic functions of delaying the start of the programme, maintaining the temperature of ready meals, forcibly turning off auto-heating and heating are also present in Redmond RMC-SM1000.