How to choose a home grill? What is better aerogrill or slow cooker?

A true discovery in the field of kitchen appliances was the emergence of a mega-tech and stylish appliance - air grill. This station wagon, created as an alternative to the microwave, is today a complete, completely independent household appliance, combining the functions of almost all kitchen appliances - ovensgrill slabs, deep fat, toastersbarbecue double boiler, smokehouses and even stoves. The wide possibilities of this super-mechanism make the home grill simply an indispensable attribute in the household.

Rules for choosing an air grill

As with any household appliance, when buying an air grill there are also certain selection criteria that allow you to choose the right device. So, when purchasing an air grill, you should definitely pay close attention to:

• the basis of the structure (heater) and its elements - heating TEN (metal or halogen);
• fan (blowing) rotation speed - depends on the type of TEN and the number of “gears” of the convention;
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• the method of attaching the cover is removable or not and, in accordance with this, the presence of a mounting bracket on it;
• marking the quality and strength of the glass bulb - the presence on the outside of the container of the desired icon;
• capacity of the flask - in addition to the established volume, the possibility of increasing it due to additional rings;
• type of control - electronic or mechanical;
• convenience and functionality of the air grill;
• the correct execution of all parts of the device - for uniform circulation of hot air and protect the fan from contamination of the convention grate should be steel, removable and have the correct holes on the surface size;
• warranty card with addresses of service centers.

In addition, it will be useful to check the operation of the air grill directly in the store when buying. Be sure that by following the listed parameters for choosing a conventional oven, you can protect yourself as much as possible from acquiring low-quality goods or fakes.

Types of electric grill heater

Separately, it is necessary to say about such an important point in the characteristic of the air grill, as the type of electric heating element of the device. After all, the cooking speed and its quality will depend on what kind of TEN the mechanism is equipped with. Today, manufacturers of conventional ovens offer air grills based on a metal or glass heater. What to give greater preference to - ten or halogen - will depend on their own financial capabilities and a clear assessment of the design features.

CRITERIA	TEN METAL	TEN HALOGEN
Strength	very high; shock-resistant ten, in the form of a metal tube;	low ten is very fragile, the shape is a glass tube with a halogen heater inside
Weight	heavy	light
Heat dissipation	high	average
Inertia	slow heating	fast heating and cooling
Visible light level	low	tall, bright glow
Insulation resistance	low (there is the possibility of electric shock)	high (no risk of electrical breakdown)
Resource (service life)	up to 10 years	up to 2 years
Resistance to external factors	bad - susceptibility to corrosion (rust) from water, acid	very high - rust protection due to glass PETN
Cost	starting price above glass PETN	30% cheaper than metal heater, but requires frequent replacement

Thus, an air grill with a halogen heater is considered more efficient and more economical than metal. That is why in recent years it has been more popular and in demand among buyers. However, the high strength and wear resistance of PETN are serious competitors for a fragile glass heater. Which is better to choose, decide for yourself!

We recommend watching video tips for choosing an air grill from the program “Live Healthy”:

Hot grill or slow cooker?

But air grill has a very strong competitor in the home appliance market - this slow cooker. So what to choose - an air grill or a slow cooker? Many housewives are asking this question today, wanting to optimize their culinary process as much as possible without compromising the quality of the dishes.

How interchangeable or equivalent are these devices? What are their predominant similarities and differences? And is there any point in purchasing an air grill when you are already using a slow cooker? To answer such questions, it is worth considering the features of each device individually.

PROPERTIES	AEROGILLA	CULTIVAR
Principle of operation:	convection; heat treatment of products with hot air by uniform distribution using a special fan	cooking due to the uniform distribution of heat in the bowl from the heating element (TENA)
Functions:	baking; frying; cooking; smoking; grill; souring; languor; sterilization; warming up.	cooking; baking; quenching; frying; warming up.
Dimensions (weight):	the size and weight depends on the volume of the flask - on average, the dimensions are similar to a small microwave, and the weight span is 4-8 kg	compact with an average weight of up to 4 kg
Working volume:	the capacity of the flask is 4-18 liters plus an additional 4 liters due to additional rings	the volume of the bowl varies from 2.5 to 6 l
Power usage:	high: 1200-1700 W	average: 600–800 W
Equipment:	bulb made of thermal glass; cap; electronic (mechanical) control panel; ring magnifier; bracket; upper and lower grilles; strut (for poultry); instruction.	bowl (pan); double boiler container; power cord; Control Panel; steam valve; instruction; book of recipes.
Accessories:	skewers; grip tongs; baking sheet; non-stick pan; glass or ceramic dishware; additional forms.	container with a handle for deep fat; spoon; scoop; spoon / scoop holder; beaker; spare bowl; silicone spatula.
Control method:	electronic and mechanical	auto
Cost:	2 500 - 12 000 rubles	2,000 - 9,000 rubles

As you can see, an air grill and a crock-pot are two fundamentally different and independent kitchen appliances, each of which has its own special characteristics and functions. Therefore, decisions in favor of an air grill or a slow cooker should be made based on the purpose of the device during cooking, your own culinary preferences and the estimated volume of dishes. However, the acquisition of an air grill will undoubtedly provide greater opportunities for the embodiment of the most sophisticated culinary recipes (see also - how and what to cook in an air grill).

The best air grill models

In a huge variety of models and brands of air grills it is very easy to get lost. But in order not to make a mistake in the quality of a conventional oven, buying a kitchen appliance should be done only by well-known, successful manufacturers of household appliances. Today, the real favorites and idols of many housewives among all existing models of air grills are firms - Unit, Polaris, Hoter and Ves. Each of these brands is worthy of respect and recognition. In addition, among the presented examples of conventional ovens, you can find the most economically acceptable option for you.

PROPERTIES	UNIT UCO-920	POLARIS PAG 1208	VES AX 730	HOTER XH-1037 CLASSIC
Volume (L)	12 l	7-10 l	12-17 l	10-13 l
Heater type	halogen	halogen	halogen	ten (metal)
Control	mechanical	mechanical	electronic	electronic
Cap	removable	removable	bracket (fixed)	removable
Thermostat	65-250º	125-250°	260°	65-260°
The presence of expansion rings	not	there is	there is	there is
Additional functions	indicator light, surge protection, timer, accessories.	timer, temperature controller, 3 convention speeds, accessories.	self-cleaning, auto shut off with the lid open, timer, 8 cooking modes.	timer, sterilization of dishes, self-cleaning delayed start preheating.

These models of air grills have established themselves as multifunctional, very reliable and easy-to-use kitchen appliances that won more than one hostess's heart by their versatility. The basis for this was the many opportunities and advantages of these conventional furnaces:

• a wide form that allows you to cook several dishes at the same time;
• the ability to use almost any dishes;
• autonomy of work in a given mode;
• great functionality;
• cooking without the use of fat and oil;
• less power consumption than other household appliances (kettle, iron).

So, a slow cooker and an air grill are two completely different modern kitchen devices that allow you to optimize the cooking process as much as possible and significantly save the housewives' labor resources. But what exactly to choose will entirely depend on your own needs and culinary preferences.