Compare the stove Hephaestus with Burning, Hans, Darin - which stove is better

Modern stoves have a variety and wide functionality. Models are constantly replenished with features that make their use simple and convenient. However, many consumers often have problems selecting a device. But, since there are a lot of companies, we will consider only some of them and answer the exciting question of which gas stove is better - Hephaestus, Hansa, Burning or Darina.

Cooker with two ovens and 6 burners

Plate Features

When choosing a gas stove, you should first consider popular models. Advantages and disadvantages of devices, technical specifications, methods of control and regulation, the presence of additional elements - this is all that must be considered when buying household appliances.

Hephaestus or Hansa

Gefest plates are produced in the CIS, in Belarus. They are popular all over the world, including Russia. They have been supplied to the Russian market for more than 50 years, and are in high demand.

Hans devices are manufactured in Germany, but representations are distributed around the world. They have high strength and build quality. Customer reviews claim that they surpass Belarusian devices in terms of performance.

Hansa Plate Model

Features of devices Hephaestus and Hans:

• Belarusian and German devices combine reliability and convenience;
• Hans devices have a wide range of functions that allows you to cook different types of dishes at one time
• Hephaestus models have the necessary minimum functions for cooking;
• Hans and Hephaestus devices include a hob, oven, electric ignition and other useful functions;
• cost value. For German devices, the price is several times higher than Belarusian products. This is due to the use of materials with high strength with the presence of additional features that Hephaestus devices do not have.

Goren or Hephaestus

The Slovenian company Gorenie and the Belarusian brand Hephaestus have long gained popularity in the household appliance market. This is due to functionality - easy operation, a combined oven, the possibility of preparing various treats, high safety, additional functions.

Gefest cooker

Among the features of the plates it is worth highlighting:

• budget options have a standard set of functions that is required for comfortable cooking;
• Belarusian devices have affordable prices;
• Slovenian devices have the maximum number of features and functions;
• Professional models Hephaestus and Gorenie have additional functions. Belarusian appliances can be distinguished - electronic sound timer, gas control of the oven, electric ignition. And Slovenian models have a thermostat, gas control for burners and an oven, electric ignition;
• U Gorenje produces appliances with a deep baking tray, a cast iron grate, and a grill;
• the expensive models Hephaestus and Gorenie have a double glazed oven that prevents overheating of the appliance;
• many consumers note that the Belarusian manufacturer is leading in terms of functions and price. But Slovenian devices of Gorenie company are superior in quality and in the set of additional functions.

Gorenje

Hephaestus or Darina?

Russian models of Darina cookers and Belarusian Hephaestus devices are very popular among many consumers because they occupy the adjacent price segment. Demand is associated with the capabilities and functionality of the proposed devices.

Darin cooker

Features:

• stoves of two manufacturers are endowed with the same dimensions that are suitable for a standard kitchen room;
• roomy ovens. Darina has a volume of 50 liters, and Hephaestus models, on average, 44-45 liters;
• the dimensions of the slabs of the Belarusian manufacturer are slightly larger - their dimensions are 50x57x85. But the size of devices from Russia is 50x50x85;
• additional functions of Hephaestus devices include - timer, electric ignition, gas control for safety, backlight, oven temperature indicator, below - a drawer;
• Darina's models have at least a list of additional features: Electric ignition, gas control for security, oven lighting, below - an utility compartment;
• All models are equipped with the same set of functions and capabilities. They are enough for comfortable use;
• the lack of lighting and gas control at the burners makes use a little difficult, but for many these qualities are invisible;
• Darin's appliances can cost almost 1000 rubles less.

Consumer reviews are shared, this can be seen in the table below:

Criterias of choice

Many often have a question, which electric stoves and gas devices should be preferred? The choice may be difficult due to the fact that modern appliances stores offer a wide range of appliances, which may differ in terms of functions, capabilities, and quality.

Burners

This criterion is selected by the buyer according to his needs. The number of burners can be from two to six.

Oval burner

Be sure to consider several criteria:

• type of torch;
• burner size;
• the form.

Housewives, who often have to cook in a hurry, should choose models with high thermal power. This will allow you to quickly heat the water in a pot or kettle.

Universal devices are equipped with combined burners, which have 2-3 rings for a flame. Each of them can be regulated separately. This function is very convenient for experienced chefs who know the correct selection of the thermal regime for preparing a specific treat.

In shape, they can be not only round - there are triangular, square, oval. They do not install a metal grill. In fact, they serve as a stand.

For many, the mandatory presence of electric ignition. It is manual and automatic. Usually, on the gas stove, on the front panel, there is a button with which electric ignition is switched on. It eliminates the use of matches and special lighters. After ignition, the flame force can be adjusted independently to the required level.

Housing

All models of Hans, Hephaestus, Darin, Gorenie slabs have a durable and wear-resistant casing, which is made of high-quality material.

Important corpus criteria include:

• resistance to high temperatures;
• high strength;
• there should be an enamel coating on top;
• the coating makes the product resistant to corrosion damage and gives it greater strength;
• Some appliances may have a matte finish that makes them elegant and beautiful on the side. But it has difficulties in care - it is difficult to clean it with a brush, dirt clogs in the pores and affects the quality of the coating.

Hob

For all cooker models, the quality of the hob is of particular importance. It should be made of a solid base (metal, stainless steel) with high resistance to elevated temperatures. An additional enamel coating protects against corrosion damage.

Hob

In some appliances, a good hob is made of stainless steel. This option is considered appropriate. This is explained by the fact that the base has increased strength, resistance to corrosion damage. In addition, it has easy maintenance - it is easy to remove any contamination from it.

Brass Options

Stove manufacturers of different companies - Hephaestus, Hansa, Darina, Gorenie, equip the devices with different types of ovens. There are several types:

• electric;
• gas;
• combined.

Experts argue that the best option would be products with a combined oven.

Electric oven with fan

When working, they will not exert an increased load on the wiring, unlike electric ovens. They also have the ability to quickly set the required temperature.

Gas devices can be equipped with several heating modes. Additionally, they may include a gas grill. It allows you to cook excellent treats that will taste similar to dishes made outdoors on charcoal. However, their application requires some experience.

Electric ovens have several functions. They have a fan installed, which allows the distribution of heated air around the perimeter of the oven. They can be baked using the lower heating mode, side, bottom, back wall.

Dimensions

When choosing a gas or electric stove, you should pay attention to the size of the device.

The device is usually selected depending on the size and area of ​​the kitchen:

• First of all, the landing depth is considered. It can be from 50 to 60 cm;
• the width of the structure can vary from 30 to 90 centimeters;
• the height of the household appliance can reach 85 cm.

The most suitable option is a stove with a height of 50-60 cm. It is advisable to purchase an extractor hood to the device.

Safety

Plate safety is considered the most important criterion for the device. At the time of purchase, it is worthwhile to clarify whether the device has special temperature sensors on the burners. They control the shut-off valves on the nozzle. In case of extinguishing the flame by runaway water, milk, they will automatically stop the gas supply.

Specifications

When choosing a device, you should pay attention to technical specifications. Each device, depending on the manufacturer, may have additional functions, features to facilitate the use of the stove.

Hansa

Hans models are equipped with a wide range of functions that allows them to be used with maximum convenience. They are united by common technical characteristics:

• management is carried out on a mechanical basis;
• there is a timer;
• automatic ignition function of the flame;
• some devices are equipped with a grill, convection, backlight may be present;
• a gas monitoring function may be additionally provided;
• sometimes there is a baking sheet in the kit, which can be used for cooking baking, vegetables, meat and other dishes in the oven;
• standard appliances have 4-6 burners;
• It is worth paying attention to thermal insulation in electrical products. If it is absent, then the device will consume the greatest amount of electricity.

GEFEST

The main technical criteria of Hephaestus plates should include:

• all models are equipped with gas-controlled burners and oven;
• most devices have an electric ignition function, which is turned on by a button on the front panel;
• the presence of a combustion timer provides the exposure of 5 different time intervals;
• standard devices with a volume of 50-55 liters have internal illumination;
• Additionally, for convenience, some products include a skewer grill and barbecue;
• the device body is made of durable metal material with resistance to corrosion damage.

Burning

Gorenje EI 637 E21XK2

The technical characteristics include:

• by type of stove can be gas and electric;
• almost all devices have electric ignition. It provides the ignition of burners without the use of matches and special lighters;
• the presence of a timer allows you to set the necessary time for the preparation of a certain treat;
• spacious ovens, the volume of which varies between 45-67 liters;
• Ovens come in many forms, but combined-type devices are popular;
• the working panel of gas appliances is made of a heat-resistant base with a protective coating. Electrical options can be coated with enamel, glass ceramics;
• burners, usually 4-6 pieces.

Darina

Darin Plate Surface

Among the main qualities that are present in all Darin's devices, one can distinguish:

• appliances have standard sizes that allow you to install the device in any kitchen room;
• devices have a small mass;
• almost all devices have an electric ignition function. You can ignite the stove without the use of matches, special lighters;
• spacious oven can be of various types - gas, electric, combined;
• burners are usually provided from 4 to 6;
• Many devices have a place to store dishes.

Which oven is better?

Considering the models of ovens of each manufacturer, you can not immediately select the best. All are equipped with convenient features that make operation easier. The choice may depend on many conditions:

• cost value;
• functionality;
• feature set;
• management method;
• type of device.

If you consider the cost, the company Hephaestus offers the cheapest options, while they are of good quality. The next in cost are the devices Darina, Gorenie, Hansa.

Choosing a stove is a difficult process. During it, it is required to study the characteristics and capabilities of household appliances. If you settled on the models Hephaestus, Darina, Hansa, Gorenie, but cannot choose the right one, then it is better to consider the technical features of the products first. It should be borne in mind that the more functional the product, the more expensive it will be.