Whirlpool oven overview

Whirlpool is a mid-range home appliance manufacturer. The brand's products are of high quality and reliable. Whirlpool built-in ovens are the perfect addition to any kitchen. In this article, we will consider the pros and cons of the company's products, talk about the technical characteristics of the most popular gas and electric models, and also help you decide on the choice of an oven.

The Italian brand Whirlpool has been producing home appliances for decades. The company's factories are located throughout Europe, including in Russia. The company has been occupying a leading position in its niche for several years already. The company carefully monitors the quality of products at every stage of its manufacture; Whirlpool equipment has a high quality of parts and assembly.

A big plus of the brand's products is a democratic price with high reliability, practicality and functionality. Ovens serve for a long time with proper use. Each device has at least 8 cooking modes and many additional functions, for example, timer, clock, convection. The company is trying to improve its products every year, the developers keep up with the times and create not only highly functional, but also stylish ovens. A wide variety of design solutions allows you to choose a unit for any interior.

Another advantage of the devices is the increased level of safety. The presence of three panes and the tangential cooling function prevents the outer door and kitchen unit from heating up. The undoubted advantage is the recessed handles for regulation, which is especially important for families with children.

Whirlpool has a fairly wide range of gas and electric oven models.

The black electric unit with bronze fittings is made in retro style. It fits perfectly into the classic kitchen interior. Eight cooking modes, including grill and convection, allow you to bake a lot of interesting dishes. Ventilation heating enables multilevel cooking, which saves time. The presence of a timer and clock is a big plus. Temperature and modes are regulated with convenient rotary knobs. Safety is ensured by the "cold door" function, which prevents the glass from heating by more than 50 degrees. Complete with oven - 2 wire racks and 1 deep baking sheet. The price is 25,900 rubles.

The stainless steel electric stove with glass door fits perfectly into the high-tech style. The control panel contains 3 rotary control knobs: for switching the mode and temperature, as well as a timer. Five cooking programs, including double heat, grill, convection, defrost and turbo grill, allow you to cook any dish. A cooling fan prevents hot air from escaping and cools the outside of the door. The set includes a wire rack and a deep baking sheet. Catalyst panels are available separately to make cleaning much easier. Feature of surfaces in low adhesion to grease. This model has 2 glasses built in. The cost is 17,900 rubles.

Gas model made of stainless steel, equipped with automatic electric ignition by turning the ergonomic knob.The oven has 3 cooking modes: grill, convection and bottom heating. The mechanical timer is built into the control panel. The door with 3 glass panes reliably keeps hot air inside the unit and prevents the outside from getting too hot. The gas control system will prevent leaks and quickly block the operation of the unit if necessary. The oven comes complete with a baking sheet, a grate, an electromechanical spit for cooking meat and fish, nozzles for bottled gas. The price is 29,800 rubles.

Multifunctional mains powered model in onyx black. Stylish appearance will perfectly fit into any interior. The unit has 16 cooking modes, six of which relate to the 6 sense function. Its peculiarity lies in the automatic adjustment of the oven to the desired dish. The proposed option is displayed on the control panel, and you just need to press the button - the unit will independently select the mode and temperature. Modes such as defrosting, raising the dough, ECO, keeping warm and fast heating will greatly facilitate the work of the hostess. And also a separate mode for baking bread and pizza and the ability to cook on several baking sheets at once.

Built-in lighting makes cooking control much easier. Child lock is responsible for safety. The oven comes with two baking sheets and a wire rack. The cost is 21,000 rubles.

Before buying an oven, it is recommended to pay attention to some details that will help you make the right choice.

There are two types of ovens: electric and gas. Each of them has both its pros and cons. The gas version is much more economical. The units are inexpensive and consume very little electricity. The ovens are compact and have simple instructions for use. Anyone can handle the integration of a cabinet. A big plus of modern models is the presence of the gas control function, which prevents the possibility of gas leaks. Among the disadvantages of the view, one can single out a small assortment and number of functions.

Electric ovens are represented by a wide range of Whirlpool brand. They have a variety of designs and a huge number of useful features. However, they are more expensive than gas ones and consume a lot of electricity, which is reflected in the electricity bills.

The dimensions of the cabinets also matter. For a small kitchen, it is recommended to purchase narrow models with a width of 45 centimeters. Standard units are 60 centimeters. But there are also large ovens with a width of 90 centimeters. They are designed for large spaces and large families. They can cook several dishes at once, thus significantly reducing the time spent in the kitchen.

This point is very important, since it is responsible not only for the quality of baking food, but also for safety. The more glasses inside, the better the hot air is retained, respectively, the dish turns out to be more tasty and rich.

In addition to the gas control system and the "cold door" function, for which the number of glasses is responsible, many ovens are equipped with a child lock system. By pressing one button, the unit can be locked, and the child will not even be able to open the door. Some units have recessed control knobs that are hidden in the control panel and cannot be twisted.

The appearance of the device is striking in the first place. It is important to choose the oven in such a way that it fits harmoniously into the interior of the kitchen. Stainless steel ovens fit perfectly into high-tech, loft and minimalist styles. For a classic room, retro-style units with brass inserts will be the best option. Color should also be chosen wisely. The black oven will perfectly fit into any kitchen, this shade goes with everything. Brown and beige appliances are purchased to match a kitchen set of the same color. Some brands offer bright and colorful ovens, they are suitable for people who love creativity and originality.

Additional functions and modes play an important role when choosing an oven. The most necessary are the "grill", thanks to which the chicken is baked with a crispy crust, convection, which ensures uniform baking of the dish and the possibility of multilevel cooking. The presence of a timer and clock is also a big plus. Look out for features such as cold door, interlocking and optional extras.

The oven door can be made of stainless steel, brass or glass. The first two options are the most practical, since they are not susceptible to deterioration and are easy to clean. Although the all-glass door looks very nice, it often leaves fingerprints, streaks and scratches on it. With illiterate operation and a strong impact, a chip may appear on the surface.

The opinion of users about Whirlpool ovens is positive. Customers are happy to purchase high-quality and reliable equipment at an affordable price. Ovens have been working properly for many years, they look stylish and have good functionality. The dishes are delicious, juicy and incredibly soft. The presence of all the necessary modes, and in some devices and additional ones for baking bread, cakes and pizza, is a big plus of Whirlpool ovens. A good level of security and the ability to block the device are also considered a plus. Pleases a wide range of models, everyone can choose a unit for their taste and price.

But there are also disadvantages. Despite the presence of several glasses, the outer door nevertheless sometimes gets quite hot. You cannot get a burn, but unpleasant sensations remain. Another disadvantage, many consider the ingress of drops of fat between the glasses, which spoils the view.

In the next video, you will find an overview of the Whirlpool AKZ 6270 IX electric oven.