How good it is to cook a juicy, fragrant, fresh shashlik right in the apartment, without wasting time and effort on leaving the city for nature! Agree, even the process of preparing for the creation of this magical dish is a lot of pleasure.
The degree of roasting and juiciness of the finished meat, color and aroma - all this largely depends on the choice of a barbecue grill. The home version of the traditional metal structure looks unusual - it is a compact electrical appliance, shaped like a sleeve, with a grease tray and a set of additional functions.
But which kebab maker is better and what to look for when choosing? We will talk about this in our article - we will give the ten best devices on the Russian market and intended for use in a domestic environment. Rated home barbecue makers are the same in purpose, but differ in design features, technical characteristics and capabilities, which we will consider in detail. We also list the main pros and cons noted by the owners.
The content of the article:
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TOP-10 rating of the best homemade barbecue makers
- Energy NEVA-1
- REDMOND RBQ-0252-E
- Great rivers Okhota-3
- Sakura SA-7810SB
- Spectr-Device Picnic EShV-1,25 / 220
- Polaris PEG 0503
- Kitfort KT-1404
- Galaxy GL2610
- Mystery MOT-3320
- CENTEK CT-1460
- Recommendations for choosing a homemade barbecue maker
- Conclusions and useful video on the topic
TOP-10 rating of the best homemade barbecue makers
A place
Product
Rating
Power
Qty. skewers
Grease collection tray
Price
#1
98
/ 100
1000 watts
5
Yes
#2
97
/ 100
900 watts
6
Yes
#3
96
/ 100
1000 watts
5
Yes
#4
95
/ 100
1000 watts
5
Yes
#5
94
/ 100
1250 Wt
6
Yes
#6
93
/ 100
1000 watts
5
Yes
#7
92
/ 100
1400 Wt
7
Yes
#8
91
/ 100
1000 watts
5
Yes
#9
90
/ 100
2000 watts
7
Yes
#10
89
/ 100
1000 watts
5
Yes
1
Energy NEVA-1
2
REDMOND RBQ-0252-E
3
Great rivers Okhota-3
4
Sakura SA-7810SB
5
Spectr-Device Picnic EShV-1,25 / 220
6
Polaris PEG 0503
7
Kitfort KT-1404
8
Galaxy GL2610
9
Mystery MOT-3320
10
CENTEK CT-1460
#1
Energy NEVA-1
Combination of efficiency and practicality
Expert rating:
98
/ 100
Among household appliances, the leader is the kebab maker from the domestic manufacturer Energy. The design is made in such a way that the skewers are covered from all sides with a metal casing, so greasy splashes do not fall on the surrounding objects. In addition to skewers, the set includes cups for collecting the juice released during the cooking process.
The average cooking time for meat is about 15 minutes. Thanks to the automatic rotation, the pieces are evenly fried on all sides. Handles and some parts are made of heat-resistant plastic.
Specifications:
- body - aluminum / plastic;
- color - black / metallic;
- power - 1000 W;
- fat tray - yes;
- the number of skewers - 5;
- automatic rotation - yes;
- dimensions (g * w * h) - 18.5 * 21.4 * 45 cm;
- weight - 2.1 kg.
The kebab maker is intended for cooking not only meat or fish, but also vegetables. Suitable for families of 2-3 people. Convenient for transportation and storage in a kitchen cabinet.
Dignity
- Compactness
- Protective cover
- Budget cost
- Easy care
disadvantages
- No automatic shutdown
#2
REDMOND RBQ-0252-E
Fast preparation of traditional kebabs
Expert rating:
97
/ 100
The second position in the ranking is occupied by the Chinese model of the REDMOND brand. The barbecue maker, like all household appliances from this manufacturer, is reliable and well assembled. The body is located vertically, inside a removable metal flask there are 6 skewers. To prevent the pieces of meat from touching, it is recommended to cut into smaller pieces than usual.
The device is equipped with an indicator light that lights up when connected to the mains. The length of the power cord is only 1 m, this must be taken into account when choosing an installation location.
Specifications:
- body - metal / plastic;
- color - black / silver;
- power - 900 W;
- fat tray - yes;
- the number of skewers - 6;
- automatic rotation - yes, 2 rpm;
- dimensions (g * w * h) - 18 * 21.5 * 46.5 cm;
- weight - 1.8 kg.
Users note a good degree of roasting of meat. It is enough for 4-6 servings. The shashlik maker is suitable for home or country use.
Dignity
- Fast cooking
- Reliability
- Auto power off when falling
- Warranty - 2 years
disadvantages
- Requires finely chopped meat
- The pieces are sliding down
#3
Great rivers Okhota-3
Reliability and easy maintenance
Expert rating:
96
/ 100
The honorable third place is taken by the barbecue maker with the thematic name "Hunt-3". Despite the Russian brand name, the equipment is manufactured in China. By design, the device does not differ from the two previous versions - a vertical collapsible sleeve with a heating element located in the center. The cover and skewers 32 cm long are equipped with heat-resistant plastic handles.
The spiral along the entire length heats up to 650 degrees, which ensures good and even roasting of the pieces of meat. Each skewer is equipped with a drip cup.
Specifications:
- body - aluminum / plastic;
- color - black / silver;
- power - 1000 W;
- fat tray - yes;
- the number of skewers - 5;
- automatic rotation - yes, 2 rpm;
- dimensions (g * w * h) - 18.5 * 21.8 * 44.2 cm;
- weight - 1.94 kg.
The kebab maker is suitable for preparing a dinner of meat or vegetables for 2-3 people. According to reviews, the device is reliable and easy to use.
Dignity
- Simple construction
- Convenient service
- Budget cost
- Spare flask
disadvantages
- Slim casing
- New appliances smell of plastic
#4
Sakura SA-7810SB
Excellent roasting of meat and semi-finished products
Expert rating:
95
/ 100
The first five was the electric BBQ grill of the Chinese trade mark Sakura. It can be used to cook up to 1 kg of meat at the same time. The manufacturer claims that any kind of meat will make a fragrant and juicy dish. Uniform roasting is ensured by a slow rotation speed of 3 rpm.
There are 5 removable cups attached to the skewers equipped with heat-insulated handles, into which fat and juice drain during the cooking process. The design is completely collapsible, making it very easy to wash and clean the parts.
Specifications:
- body - aluminum / plastic;
- color - black / silver;
- power - 1000 W;
- fat tray - yes;
- the number of skewers - 5;
- automatic rotation - yes, 3 rpm;
- dimensions (g * w * h) - 18.5 * 18.5 * 39 cm;
- weight - 1.82 kg.
In a kebab maker, you can fry pieces of meat or fish, sausages, various vegetables. The finished dish is enough to feed 3-4 people.
Dignity
- Fast cooking meat
- Low price
- Easy maintenance
- Burn protection
disadvantages
- You have to string thin pieces
- Fat is difficult to wash
#5
Spectr-Device Picnic EShV-1,25 / 220
A powerful device for real men
Expert rating:
94
/ 100
The top five is closed by a home-made shashlik maker of the Spektr-Pribor brand. Some of the technical information becomes clear already from the model name, which indicates the power and operating voltage. The device has an IP20 protection class and is manufactured in accordance with the requirements of GOST 14254. The design is standard, like all the above models.
The body of the shashlik maker is quite voluminous, it can hold from 1.6 to 2 kg of meat. For light frying, 15 minutes are enough, more thorough frying takes about half an hour. The service life specified by the manufacturer is 10 years.
Specifications:
- case - metal;
- color - black / metallic;
- power - 1250 W;
- fat tray - yes;
- the number of skewers - 6;
- automatic rotation - yes, 2 rpm;
- dimensions (g * w * h) - 24.5 * 24.5 * 45.5 cm;
- weight - 2.5 kg.
In a kebab maker, you can quickly cook a large amount of meat, fish, sausages, sausages or grill kupat. The device allows you to feed a family or a company of 5-6 people.
Dignity
- Increased chamber volume
- Reliable build
- High power
- Good roast
disadvantages
- More weight than other barbecue makers
#6
Polaris PEG 0503
Compact shashlik maker for home and summer cottages
Expert rating:
93
/ 100
The sixth position is occupied by the model of the popular Russian brand Polaris. It is more expensive than alternative devices from other manufacturers, but fundamentally does not differ from them. The set includes 5 skewers, for each of them there is a cup for fat dripping. The kebabs take about 20 minutes to cook, ensuring the meat cooks quickly.
A distinctive feature is the material of manufacture - stainless steel. Both the heating element and the skewers are made of it.
Specifications:
- body - made of high quality steel;
- color - black / metallic;
- power - 1000 W;
- fat tray - yes;
- the number of skewers - 5;
- automatic rotation - yes, 2 rpm;
- dimensions (g * w * h) - 21 * 21 * 37 cm;
- weight - 1.77 kg.
The barbecue maker is more compact than similar products, therefore it can hold a limited amount of meat, cut into small pieces. Provide a hot lunch for a family of 2-3 people.
Dignity
- Compactness
- Easy maintenance
- Light weight
- Good roast
disadvantages
- Short skewers
#7
Kitfort KT-1404
Roomy model for a large company
Expert rating:
92
/ 100
Another "Chinese" brand Kitfort stands out from the rest, more modest models, appearance. The protective screen covers only half of the internal parts, but the safety of the heat is compensated for by the rapid rotation of the pallet - 12 rpm.
Small in size, the device holds 4 kg of raw meat, distributed over 7 skewers: 6 of them are located at the edges, 1 in the middle. The center skewer can be used for stringing whole chicken or large pieces of meat.
Specifications:
- case - metal;
- color - silver;
- power - 1400 W;
- fat tray - yes;
- the number of skewers - 7;
- automatic rotation - yes, 12 rpm;
- dimensions (g * w * h) - 15.5 * 15.5 * 36 cm;
- weight - 2.6 kg.
The amount of prepared food is enough to feed not only a large family, but also guests. Despite the increased loading volume, ready meals are deep fried and juicy.
Dignity
- Compactness
- High power
- Spaciousness - you can set a festive table
- Common fat pan
disadvantages
- Heavy weight
- Cooking time is longer than stated
#8
Galaxy GL2610
Thoughtful functionality and reliability
Expert rating:
91
/ 100
The Chinese model of the Galaxy brand is not much different from most of the home electric BBQ grills: it has a vertical structure with 5 skewers 30 cm long, equipped with cups for fat. During operation, skewers with pieces of meat strung on them are protected by a metal perforated screen. All parts are removable for quick cleaning and grease removal.
During operation, the pallet rotates slowly 360 degrees, making 2 revolutions per minute. The smooth movement ensures good roasting, and the fat flowing down the meat preserves the juiciness of the finished kebab.
Specifications:
- body - aluminum;
- color - metallic;
- power - 1000 W;
- fat tray - yes;
- the number of skewers - 5;
- automatic rotation - yes, 2 rpm;
- dimensions (g * w * h) - 20 * 20 * 38 cm;
- weight - 3 kg.
This is a medium sized model for home use. It is often purchased to add fresh baked meat to lunches or dinners.
Dignity
- Simple construction
- Easy management and maintenance
- A good option for a gift
disadvantages
- Heavy weight
- Disadvantages in the device
#9
Mystery MOT-3320
Powerful home model with timer
Expert rating:
90
/ 100
By design, the Mystery shashlik maker, which took the eighth line of the rating, differs from previous models. It is equipped with a powerful 2-kilowatt heating element, equipped with a protective screen only on the side of the heating element and has 7 skewers in its arsenal. There is no perforated casing, like the alternative devices, but there is a stable stand with a regulator.
The auto-off function is recognized as a useful and convenient option - there is no need to stand guard near the device and wait for the meat to be cooked. And the timer, designed for 60 minutes, allows you to set the time with an accuracy of the minute.
In addition to the light indication, there is a sound one - you can hear it even from the room next to the kitchen. The set includes, besides the pallet, 2 fish grids and a spit with clamps.
Specifications:
- case - stainless steel;
- color - metallic;
- power - 2000 W;
- fat tray - yes;
- the number of skewers - 7;
- automatic rotation - yes;
- dimensions (g * w * h) - 29 * 34 * 44 cm;
- weight - 3.1 kg.
Due to the additional functions and spaciousness, the device is popular with both large families and summer residents, for whom rainy weather does not become an obstacle for cooking kebabs.
Dignity
- High power
- Countdown timer
- Auto power off function
disadvantages
- You have to manually rotate the skewers
- Large size and weight
#10
CENTEK CT-1460
Medium power budget option
Expert rating:
89
/ 100
The last place in the ranking went to the model from China, the CENTEK brand. An electrical appliance with a traditional vertical shape has an average power and size. Uniform heating and roasting is ensured by rapid rotation of the pan. Skewers 31 cm long are equipped with cups to collect dripping fat.
The working structure is protected by a perforated metal casing. The body and skewers are equipped with thermoplastic handles for safe use.
Specifications:
- case - stainless steel;
- color - silver / black;
- power - 1000 W;
- fat tray - yes;
- the number of skewers - 5;
- automatic rotation - yes, 12 rpm;
- dimensions (g * w * h) - 18.5 * 18.5 * 40.7 cm;
- weight - 2.5 kg.
A suitable option for home cooking in a family of 2-3 people. In addition to meat, you can cook fish, vegetables, grilled semi-finished products.
Dignity
- Spare heating element
- Free recipes
- Good roast meat
disadvantages
- No switch on the case
- The fat cups are too small
- Sharp edges of the casing
Recommendations for choosing a homemade barbecue maker
If you want to diversify your home cooking or learn how to quickly cook meat without frying in a pan and no worse than baked in convection oven, there is no better device than an electric shashlik maker. You do not need oil to cook meat, fish or vegetables - the frying takes place thanks to the heated heating element.
The kebab maker is also useful in the country, if you want a fresh kebab or grilled vegetables in rainy or windy weather. The only condition is the presence of power supply in the house.
There are many models on the market, but all of them, as you have already noticed, are very similar both in design and in technical characteristics. Consider what to look for when choosing a device for home use.
We recommend paying attention to such nuances as:
- Power - the higher it is, the stronger the roasting of large pieces of meat. But do not forget that this will use electricity less economically.
- Spaciousness - indicates the amount of meat that can be cooked at the same time. It is more often equal to 1-2 kg, but there are also volumetric devices designed for 4 kg.
- Number of skewers - in direct proportion to the roominess. For ordinary barbecue makers - 5 pieces, for more capacious ones - up to 7.
- Workmanship and build quality. Devices with a stainless steel housing last longer than their aluminum-plastic counterparts. Popular brands tend to have a more reliable build than lesser-known brands.
- Pallet type - one common or separate for each skewer. Freestanding fat cups are more convenient when not all skewers are used.
- Cooking time - from 15 to 60 minutes. It depends on the power of the heating element and the size of the meat pieces.
- Auto-rotation - typical for almost all models that differ only in rotation speed.
- Additional functions – timer, auto shutdown. Any useful functions make the cooking process more convenient and attractive.
Dimensions and weight should be taken into account in two cases: if there is a shortage of free space in the kitchen, or if the device is designed for constant movement - for example, for trips to the country. If you often visit the dacha, then for more convenience in cooking, we also recommend choosing a compact gas stove.
Almost all models are very similar in design: silver metal elements and black plastic.
Finally, some useful tips:
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Fully collapsible models are much more convenient: it is easier to wash or clean them yourself, as well as to change the heating element
It is better to give preference to devices with a thick-walled stainless steel casing, with rounded edges. Both the shroud and the skewers must be equipped with thermoplastic handles
A small but very important nuance is the "On" button. Some models do not have it, and you have to turn off the device, pulling the plug out of the socket every time
The number of pieces of meat that can be cooked at one time depends on the size, the optimal length is 30-32 cm. Spun skewers are better than smooth skewers - the skewered meat does not slide out, but remains in its original positions
Operation and maintenance of the kebab maker
Safe and durable parts
Power button on the case
Length and shape of skewers
As you can see, even such simple devices as barbecue makers have many interesting subtleties to choose from. But the main criteria of all of the above remain power, roominess and additional features.
Conclusions and useful video on the topic
Everyday tips from an experienced user of the electric BBQ grill:
Pros of vertical models and some useful recommendations for use:
An electric BBQ grill can be viewed in different ways: as a temporary replacement for a barbecue or as a kitchen appliance that actively participates in cooking on an ongoing basis. In any case, it is an inexpensive, fast, easy-to-use helper, thanks to which you can prepare a large number of new dishes.
We hope that the models presented in our rating will become the starting point for choosing a new electrical appliance.
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