When size matters: TOP 5 compact electric ovens

Clatronic MPO 3520 Price from 2 591 up to 4 996 ₴ →

A miniature electric stove from Clatronic is suitable for very small kitchens or as an assistant for cooking in the country - with a weight of about 4 kg, its dimensions are 23.5x40x29 cm.

Fortunately, the small volume of the working area (12 l) did not affect the heating methods: 2 quartz heating elements (one on top and one on the bottom) can work either individually or in pairs. Combinations of their functioning are set using a mechanical regulator. Another "twist" acts as a timer for up to 60 minutes.

In the process of cooking, it is desirable to monitor the uniformity of cooking, because. the model does not support the convection function. Another disadvantage lies in the lack of illumination of the interior space. In contrast to the above, it should be noted the low level of energy consumption of the electric oven - a maximum power of 1000 W is enough to heat a small internal space up to 250 ° C.

In the box with the kitchen appliance, the manufacturer carefully placed a removable chrome grill grate, a baking tray (23.5x22 cm) and a crumb tray. A medium pizza (25 cm in diameter) is easily placed on the grate for lunch for 2-3 people. If you cook in several passes, there will be enough pizza for a large company, since it will not take much time.

The list of advantages of Clatronic MPO 3520 would be incomplete without mentioning the ease of use of the electric oven and its low cost. In addition, the black heat-resistant body of the model harmoniously fits into most modern kitchen interiors.

Saturn ST-EC10711

The brainchild of the domestic company Saturn cannot be called a compact solution. Neither its dimensions (31.5x52x40 cm) nor its heavy weight (about 11.5 kg) contribute to this. But it can become a full-fledged alternative to the traditional stove, because. on the top of the electric oven there was a place for two electric burners 14.5 cm in diameter.

The power of each burner is 1000 watts, the oven compartment is 1500 watts. The set of oven controls is traditional for devices of this kind: one controller is responsible for changing the temperature (up to 320 °), the second is for choosing the operating mode of the heating elements, and the third is for a timer up to 90 minutes. with auto-off function. At the very bottom of the front panel are two small controls for the intensity of heating of the burners.

The standard electric oven kit includes two baking sheets (round and rectangular) and a grill grate. The height of their location can be adjusted in order to place large-sized dishes (for example, goose casserole) into the inner chamber with a volume of 42 liters.

The body of the electric oven is prone to heating during prolonged operation. Perhaps, along with the lack of a convection function, these are the only drawbacks of the model. But she has much more pluses - with the help of imagination and direct hands, with the help of the Saturn ST-EC10711, you can cook almost any dish, from simple porridge to a complex multi-layered dessert. In addition, in a country house or in a limited kitchen space, as mentioned above, an electric stove can replace a stove, while saving space and the family budget thanks to its affordable price tag.

Ariete 974

The electric oven from the "daughter" of the company De'Longhi attracts attention with a solid stainless steel case, painted in metallic gray. At a glance, one can understand its high reliability and durability.

Behind the door of the electric oven, which is more visually similar to a microwave oven, there is a working space with a total volume of 25 liters. It fits a couple of small dishes one above the other or a medium-sized whole chicken, which can be cooked in the "Grill" mode. For this purpose, a suitable grid is included in the scope of delivery of the kitchen appliance. The package also includes a tray, a baking tray and a spatula.

The Ariete 974 is controlled by three mechanical rotary switches. The upper one is responsible for the air temperature inside the oven, the maximum value of which can reach 250 ° C. The middle one allows you to select the operating programme: convection, top, bottom or top + bottom heating. Finally, the third switch performs the function of a timer (from 5 to 60 minutes). When the pre-set cooking time has elapsed, an audible alert will sound. At the same time, some owners of the stove pay attention to the too loud ticking of the timer in the process of counting down the remaining time.

The convection function of the device, the meaning of which is to increase the circulation of hot air inside the oven, makes it possible to forget about uneven baking of food. Pies, meat dishes, pizza and other goodies will delight you with the same consistency from all sides. That's just to track the degree of their readiness in a visual way will not work without stopping the operation of the device due to the lack of backlight.

The standard set of functions in tandem with the elementary principles of controlling the model make it an attractive option to replace a full-fledged oven. For a small family of 2-3 people Ariete 974 will be a great helper in the kitchen.

Steba KB 27 Price from 5 399 up to 7 415 ₴ →

A bright spot among the Steba KB 27 controls is the red power indicator light, located exactly between the temperature adjustment knob (from 100 ° C to 250 ° C) and the electric oven operating mode switch. The third among mechanical regulators is the timer (from 0 to 60 minutes).

The lower and upper heating elements create three combinations of oven operation, in another mode, a fan is used to circulate air in order to more evenly bake food. The included upper heating element corresponds to the "Grill" programme, the lower one is suitable for heating dishes, and their work in pairs is an analogy for baking.

The 20 liter interior of the electric oven can be divided into three levels using the grate and baking tray supplied. The baking tray can accommodate pizzas up to 28 cm in diameter, and the grill will allow you to cook grilled vegetables at the same time. In addition, the design of the electric oven provides for the installation of a skewer for roasting meat or fish. The walls of the chamber have a non-stick coating, which greatly simplifies their cleaning from contamination. The main thing is not to use metal scrapers so as not to damage the non-stick layer.

When the convection mode is activated, the operation of the fan is accompanied by noise. Also, the owners of the oven are not happy about the lack of lighting inside the chamber. On the other hand, you won’t be able to burn yourself on the device, which is protected by a double glass door, and at the end of the timer, it gives a loud sound alert - a dish with heat and heat can be served directly on the table.

The Steba electric oven easily switches between different tasks: grilling chicken on a spit, grilling vegetables or baking delicious pies, it is not a burden at all.

De'Longhi EO 20792

A high-quality and reliable, but at the same time quite expensive electric oven from the Italian company De'Longhi will help you cook almost any dish.

In the arsenal of the oven, there are 6 different cooking modes, consisting of combinations of the operation of the upper and lower heating elements, as well as convection. In addition, the presence of a skewer and the Rozhen proprietary function, as the manufacturer assures, allows you to cook perfectly fried chicken. The dishes inside the chamber are located in one or two steps, separated by a grate.

In normal mode, the maximum power of the electric oven is 1300 W, when switching to the upper heating element (“Grill” function), it decreases to 700 W. Adjustment of heating temperature (in the range from 65°C to 200°C) is carried out using a mechanical thermostat. In some cases, the maximum temperature may not be enough for quick baking - it will have to be darkened a little longer than usual.

The low threshold for the maximum heating temperature is compensated by a longer timer - the length of the pre-set cooking time can be up to 120 minutes. At the end of cooking, the oven beeps loudly.

The body and door of De'Longhi EO 20792 have good thermal insulation. And the internal space is additionally highlighted, which allows you to control the level of readiness of food visually. In addition , the oven is easy to clean from dirt - the walls of the chamber with a non-stick coating practically exclude food particles from sticking to them.