When purchasing appliances for the home, the buyer wants to be sure that it will serve him for many years. But build quality isn't everything. To please theirowners, the equipment must have a certain set of functions and be easy to use. Multicookers in this case are no exception. They are most often bought as a gift to please their loved ones, often not knowing how to choose a high-quality multicooker.
What is a quality multicooker?
First you need to figure out what the phrase "quality multicooker" means. In the understanding of the majority, this is a device that will not fail for many years. However, this definition is not entirely correct. Is it possible to call a high-quality multicooker that will not bake pies, in which milk will boil away when cooking cereals with milk? I think no. The best multicooker should be able to cook a variety of dishes, have a certain set of functions and, of course, be reliable.
Most buyers also want it to be inexpensive.
Design and ergonomics
Quality multicookers should be comfortable to use. They aremust be equipped with rubberized feet and a handle for carrying the device. It is desirable that the device fit into the interior design - for this, many manufacturers produce models in different colors, using metal and plastic. There is an opinion that devices in a metal case are more reliable - when they fall, they will not chip or break. However, this is not entirely true. Even the highest quality multicookers in a metal case are made from a thin sheet that can be easily pushed through with your fingers. Therefore, although they cannot chip, the case is very deformed when dropped. It is very good if not only the body itself, but also the bowl is supplied with a handle - in this case it will be much easier to get the finished dish.
Programs
This item should be treated especially carefully. High-quality multicookers prepare a variety of dishes, models in which 1-2 out of 10-15 programs work out perfectly are not worth buying. Especially often problems arise with baking and cooking cereals. Pies and charlottes are obtained unbaked or baked on one side. It happens that the cakes are fried on the outside and raw on the inside. Most often, budget models suffer from this. In more expensive manufacturers, a 3D heating system is installed, which allows you to bake pies from all sides. The operation of this technology is provided by installing an additional heater on the side or using the heat transfer function.
Cooking Features
As for the preparation of dairyporridge, then in this case it is necessary to distinguish two points. The slow cooker may not be originally designed for cooking such dishes. Therefore, before buying, you should definitely look in the instructions for which cereals can be cooked in this model. Very often, budget models cook porridge only with water; cooking with milk is simply not included in them. Slightly more expensive models already come with this option, but, as a rule, it is partially implemented. During cooking, milk often boils away, after which the owner has to clean the entire appliance.
Bowl
You should also pay attention to it before buying. High-quality multicookers come with a durable Teflon or ceramic coating that can withstand daily cooking. However, after about half a year, the non-stick layer becomes thinner and food starts to stick to the bottom. The thicker the Teflon layer, the stronger the coating, the slower the process will go.
To increase the life of the bowl, you can purchase an additional one, made of stainless steel, and use it for making soups and liquid dishes.
Expensive or cheap?
Buyers often ask questions: “Which multicookers are the best - expensive or cheap? Is it worth paying extra for a brand if additional features are not needed? It is impossible to answer this question unambiguously. As practice shows, the highest quality multicookers cannot be cheap. Reviews indicate that if the price of the model is low, then there is a high risk of encountering problems during operation. ForAn example is one of the budget models of the company "Eden". Roomy, in a metal case, with electronic control and a delayed start, it, at first glance, seems to be the best option for purchasing. However, this model has only 6 cooking programs, and their duration is practically not regulated. The buyer is forced to stew vegetables for 2 hours, for which 40 minutes would be enough.
Does it follow from this that an inexpensive and high-quality multicooker does not exist in nature? No, it shouldn't. There are several manufacturers whose products have already proven themselves.
Below are the best quality multicookers from different manufacturers.
Polaris PMC 0517AD
Many are prejudiced against this company, knowing that it produces equipment of the cheapest price segment. However, as practice shows, today it is one of the leading manufacturers of multicookers, ideal in terms of price-quality ratio. However, under this brand, not every multicooker is inexpensively and of high quality. There are a number of flagship models that have the least complaints and the most positive reviews. First of all, this is the Polaris PMC 0517AD. This model comes with a 5 liter bowl coated with a layer of ceramic. "Polaris PMC 0517AD" is an inexpensive and high-quality multicooker with touch controls, sixteen cooking modes, and the Multicook program. Included with the device is a book with recipes, spatulas,measuring cup and 6 serving yogurt containers.
Customers note that she perfectly cooks cereals and soups, as well as stews and fries food. Some note that the products cooked in this model often burn, but the number of such reviews is insignificant. Some of the comments relate to the features of the touch control, namely, that after some time the display starts to freeze. Such errors are related to manufacturing defects and appear almost immediately after the start of use.
Redmond RMC-M90
This German company is currently the market leader. It produces high-quality multicookers, pressure cookers of different price categories, many of which deserve the most positive reviews. One of the most popular models is the Redmond RMC-M90. In its appearance and functionality, it is almost completely identical to the Polaris 0517 model. True, if you look closely at the control panel, you will notice that the Multicook program has been replaced with Express, there is no Oatmeal and other similar nuances in the menu. This model expands the list of its capabilities due to the deep-frying attachment that comes with the device. The device is a metal bucket with a removable handle, in which potatoes are cut into cubes. The manufacturer claims that this model has 47 cooking programs, but in reality there are only 17 of them, the remaining 28 arevarious variations of the "Multi-cook" mode. According to the reviews of the owners, Redmond multicookers are one of the most reliable. The marriage rate among them is extremely low. If the device has not failed in the first days after the start of operation, it will certainly be completed before the end of its service life, which for such equipment is 3 years.
Redmond 4525
As mentioned earlier, a high-quality multicooker does not mean expensive. Buyers who are not chasing a large set of functions and want to purchase an affordable, simple, high-quality model in order to cook cereals, soup and a couple of types of the second should pay attention to the Redmond 4525. It includes only 6 basic programs that satisfy the needs of most consumers: porridge, pastries, cereals, stewing, steaming, frying, pilaf and pasteurization. The multicooker does not have such a popular and widely advertised 3D heating, so pies and muffins turn out pale on top, however, if you do not exceed the norm for laying food, they will bake perfectly inside. The bowl in this model goes to 5 liters, with a non-stick coating. The large volume makes it suitable for use in a large family. The model comes in a metal case with a simple and clear push-button control. Additional features include keeping warm, manual time adjustment and delayed start. Among the shortcomings, one can note the absence of rubberized legs and a removable inner cover, however, largely due to the absence of secondary functions.for the price, it is in last place in the Redmond lineup. The owners note that she cooks well and is inexpensive. The set comes with a book of 100 recipes, which allows you to diversify the menu.
Panasonic RMC-M90
This company was one of the first to start producing multicookers, when other manufacturers did not even think about it. Unlike other companies, it did not actively develop in this field: annually update the lineup, introduce new technologies, change design. Panasonic produces only a few time-tested models, such as the Panasonic RMC-M90. This multicooker has a capacity of only 2.5 liters and a power of 450 watts. It is designed for a small family of 1-2 people, very light (2.4 kg) and compact. This model has an electronic push-button control, there is a 13-hour delay start function and keep warm. There are only five programs: baking, porridge, stewing, cereals and steaming. There are no newfangled programs in it, such as fondue, yoghurts and deep fats, the temperature is also not regulated, you can only change the cooking time. But existing programs have been brought to automatism.
Reviews about the model "Panasonic RMC-M90"
This model has been around for a long time, so there are a lot of reviews. The owners practically do not have problems with the multicooker, it honestly works out the allotted time, without freezing in the process, without overheating the food. Some complaints are caused by an aluminum bowl and a small number of recipes. Aluminum - materialsoft, so it scratches easily, and users will have to search for modern dishes on the Internet on their own. This multicooker is a great option for those who prefer quality over original design and a variety of programs. A distinctive feature of Panasonic models is their low power, which affects the duration of cooking.
Mulinex RMC-M90
As one of the largest manufacturers of small household appliances for the kitchen, Mulineks could not ignore multicookers. It produces several models of different price categories and functionality. The highest quality of them can be called "Mulineks RMC-M90". It combines speed, reliability and stylish design. This model can work not only as a multicooker, but also as a pressure cooker - that is, cook food under pressure in a shortened time. It comes in a stylish glossy metal case, with a hermetically sealed lid and a 1000W heating element. There are only 6 programs in it: these are high and low pressure modes, frying, stewing, frying vegetables, keeping the dish hot, but in reality its capabilities are much wider. The pressure cooker can cook stews, casseroles, mussels and much, much more. Its bowl is very roomy - as much as 6 liters, there is a double boiler container. The lid is equipped with a wide, durable handle; there are small but comfortable handles on the case itself. The multicooker has earned many positive reviews fordurability of its work and speed of preparation.
Philips HD3136/03
Listing the highest quality multicookers, one cannot fail to mention "Philips HD3136/03". Like any other equipment of this brand, this model is highly reliable. The Philips multicooker cannot be called a budget one, but at the same time it is an ideal combination of price and quality. Her bowl is not very large - only 4 liters, which is perfect for a family of 3-4 people. For such a volume, it is very powerful, which means it will cook food quickly. It has 14 cooking programs, including yogurt, delay start and keep warm. The manufacturer gives a two-year full warranty on its equipment, despite the fact that the entire service life is three years.
