Combined plates - characteristics, equipment, overview

Recently, combined stoves with a gas-electric surface have been very popular. In today's review, we will figure out if these hobs are really a successful technological solution, or is this a banal exaggeration?

What is a combination plate?

A combined stove is a combination of not just one energy source, but several at once. Unlike conventional gas, induction and electric stoves, combined surfaces have more advanced functionality. For example, a gas burner is responsible for the intense heating of dishes, and electro will evenly distribute heat.

There are models with various shapes of burners, thanks to this you can use any dishes.

Combined gas stoves differ in the number of burners. You can choose two-burner, three-burner or four-burner models, and there are those in which the number of burners exceeds 4 pieces.

In most cases, models of cookers of a combined type are equipped with one electric burner and three gas ones.

Kinds

There are several types of plates of a combined type:

• gas stoves with electric oven;
• electric gas with gas oven;
• gas stove with electric oven.

Gas with electric oven

A gas stove with an electric oven is an excellent option for everyday cooking. It is advisable to choose such a model precisely when gas is mainly used for frying and cooking food. For baking, in this case, electricity is used. The “top gas / bottom electro” option is a very convenient solution for several reasons:

1. The operation of this type of surface is relatively inexpensive. The average user uses the oven much less often than the burners, and gas, as you know, is cheaper than electricity.
2. The electric oven boasts more functionality, making it possible to cook delicious pastries and baked dishes.

Electric gas with gas oven

These are less popular models, since an additional electric burner on the hob is just insurance in case an accident occurs on the gas main. A gas oven does not allow precise temperature control.

However, those who use the oven most of the time can save on the low cost of blue fuel.

Electric gas with electric oven

The most suitable option for a modern kitchen. It is also worth noting that these models have a relatively high price, but this drawback is justified by the advantages that these household appliances possess. Owners of such stoves can more precisely control the temperature of the stove itself and the oven, the electric oven provides for the function of convention and grill.
If the priority is not to save money on a purchase, but to purchase a truly functional and convenient household appliance, then it is best to purchase this type of stove.

Advantages and disadvantages

Any household appliance has its positive and negative aspects, let's look at them.
Pros:

• cook on such a stove quickly and comfortably;
• uniform heating;
• heat level can be controlled more precisely;
• easy to care for and very easy to use;
• any type of energy can be selected and used.

Minuses:

1. They are much more difficult to install than classic slabs.
2. To move the stove from one place to another, you need to carry out complex manipulations that are associated with the simultaneous shutdown or connection of gas and electricity.

Perhaps the shortcomings have been exhausted. As you can see, these household appliances still have more advantages.

Most preferred type of oven

In the combined stoves, both an electric oven and a gas oven can be used. The user at his discretion makes an objective choice. However, before buying it is worth considering several nuances. For example, when gas is burned, a large amount of harmful substances enters the air. However, on the other hand, gas is much cheaper than electricity in our country.
Cookers with an electric oven are also very popular among users, since they can achieve more uniform heating. In addition, it is easier to control the temperature in the electric oven.

Selection options

First of all, the stove should be selected according to the preferred needs of the user.

The size

The combined stove needs to be selected based on the parameters of the kitchen furniture. If it comes to the depth of landing, in this case, this size is 50-60 cm. Regarding the width, this parameter varies from 30 to 95 cm. The height of the slab reaches 85 cm.
In most cases, the dimensions of the plates are 50/60/85 cm, which is a standard parameter.

Material

There are various types of materials:

1. Classic enameled surface. All familiar type of plates. Enamel is well cleaned of visible impurities, and if it is properly looked after such a surface, it will last a very long time.
2. Stainless steel gas stoves. They are distinguished by a beautiful appearance that fits perfectly into the interior. Such a surface should be washed only with those products that do not contain abrasive.
3. Glass-ceramic. Such a surface requires careful handling. Glass ceramics very poorly tolerates mechanical damage.
4. Aluminum alloy. The main feature of such a surface is that it is almost impossible to scratch.

Burners

Typically, there are 4 burners in the stoves that differ in their shape, type and diameter. Some burners are designed for oblong cookware (roasting pots), others are used for longing.

It is advisable that the burners are located as close to the surface as possible, this will prevent the accumulation of debris under them. There are also burners with the possibility of continuous burning, in this case it is almost impossible to accidentally extinguish the flame.

To determine the required number of burners, you need to consider several factors:

• frequency and amount of food preparation;
• number of people living in a family.

Rating of the best models

Below the rating of combined plates will help you decide on the choice of the model that is right for you. You can choose both a budget and a more expensive model, which has additional functions and presets.

Hansa fcmw68020

Combined cooker with enameled surface. There is an electric grill and convection, dimensions - 60x60x85 cm. There are tips on the inside of the oven door. Below is a roomy drawer.

Electrolux EKK 951 301 W

Good cooker with electric grill and convection. The enameled surface is easily cleaned of dirt. Dimensions - 50x60x85 cm, at the bottom there is a box for dishes. A simple and reliable option for the whole family.

DARINA A KM341 321 W

This is an excellent budget option, which provides 3 gas burners and 1 electric. The dimensions of the device are 50/56/85 cm.
50 L electric oven. It has 4 cooking modes and precise temperature control, which is carried out by rotary mechanisms. The color of the enamelled coating is white.

GEFEST 6102-02

The useful volume of the electric oven is 52 liters. The set includes 4 gas burners, a high-strength cast iron grill and a set of spare handles.
The dimensions of the household appliance are 60/60/85 cm.

DARINA 1D1 KM241 311 W

Combined hob is available in one color - white. The enameled metal surface will last a very long time, and cleaning it from visible impurities will not be difficult. Complete with a stove, a good and reliable steel-iron grill, additional handle knobs, a glass tabletop lid, a baking sheet and a tray are offered.

Conclusion

Of course, before choosing a stove for their kitchen, some users still wonder if a combination stove is needed in principle, is such a choice rational? This question can be answered with confidence: needed.

These household appliances are a step into the future, and the above facts testify to this.
You can choose a budget combined surface that will perform the usual functions, or you can purchase a more expensive model with advanced functionality. In any case, the choice is yours.

Title	DARINA A KM341 321 W	Gorenje KN 5341 SH	GEFEST 6102-02	BEKO CSE 52110 GW	DARINA 1D1 KM241 311 W
Control	mechanical, switches: rotary	mechanical, switches: rotary, display, timer	mechanical, switches: rotary, timer sound	mechanical, switches: rotary, timer sound	mechanical, switches: rotary
Dimensions (WxDxH)	50x57x85 cm	50x60x85 cm	60x60x85 cm	50x60x85 cm	50x60x85 cm
Oven volume	50 l	70 l	52 l	55 l	50 l
Grill	there is, electric, spit included	there is an electric	there is, electric, spit included	there is, electric, spit included	there is an electric
Convection	no	there is	no	no	no
Price	from 10200 rub.	from 29600 rub.	from 16500 rub.	from 14300 rub.	from 13200 rub.