Capacity
The total working volume of the steam oven. The
larger the volume, the greater the amount of food that can be cooked in a steam oven at a time.
Number of cooking programmes
The number of recipe programs included in the design of the steam oven (see
Auto-cooking). The more such recipes — the more versatile the device, the more dishes it allows you to cook.
Features
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Descaling. The steam oven comes equipped with an automatic descaling program that simplifies the process of cleaning the heating element. This typically involves adding a special descaling agent to the water container, turning on the steam oven for a period of time, and then draining the water container along with any scale that has been removed or dissolved.
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Convection. Steam ovens with a convection function have a fan that circulates hot steam inside the working chamber, resulting in evenly distributed steam and faster and more uniform heating of the food.
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Automatic shutdown. Automatic safety shutdown system in the steam oven that turns off the device in case of emergencies, such as overheating or low water levels, to prevent any potential damage or hazards.
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Timer. This refers to a timer function in steam ovens that shuts off the device after a set period of operation to prevent overcooking. Some models also have a delayed start timer, which allows users to load ingredients and program the steam oven to begin cooking at a later, more convenient time.
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Defrosting. The steam oven can be used to defrost frozen foods by heating them at a lower power than during cooking, as defrosting only requires gentle heating rather than intense heat to cook the food.
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— Auto-cooking.The steam oven may come with pre-set programs for automatic cooking of different dishes. Users can simply select the type and weight of the food, and the steam oven will automatically choose the appropriate cooking mode and time.
— Custom programme. Users can customize their own programs in the steam oven, which is similar to automatic programs. However, unlike the automatic programs, users can modify and save their own programs in the memory of the steam oven, giving them the freedom to customize the oven according to their preferences.
— Child lock. The steam oven is equipped with a safety system that enables you to lock the device's controls and/or restrict access to the working chamber. This helps prevent children from accidentally turning on the device, altering its operating mode, getting burned by hot steam, etc.
— Temperature probe. This is a device that can measure the temperature of a cooked dish, both externally and internally. It can provide an indication of the dish's level of readiness or the remaining cooking time in some cases.
— Control via the Internet. This feature enables remote access to the steam oven's controls from anywhere with internet connectivity. It allows the users to start a cooking program from a remote location, such as at work, and have a hot meal waiting for them upon arrival at home.
In addition, it is worth mentioning that this type of control often provides not only the ability to send commands but also to receive notifications from the steam oven. This can include updates on the progress of the cooking program, the readiness of the dish, potential issues and more.Door opening
— Touch button. The built-in steam oven has an electronic lock control with a touch button that activates the latch and opens the door. This system includes a door opening sensor, which improves the steam oven's practicality and appearance. Moreover, it is more durable than traditional push-button mechanisms because it is not subject to mechanical wear.
Number of glass in door
The number of layers of glass installed in the steam oven door. The more glass — the less heat goes out and the less the outer surface of the door heats up.
TFT display
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TFT display is a screen made up of pixels and capable of displaying various types of information such as numbers, text, graphics and pictures. It is commonly found in premium steam ovens with many functions and makes working with the device more convenient.
Energy class
The energy class of a steam oven indicates its electricity consumption efficiency, with ratings from A (most efficient) to G (least efficient), and even higher ratings of "A+" and "A++". The energy class typically affects the steam oven's price.
Input power
The power consumption rating of a steam oven refers to the maximum power it uses during operation. Higher power consumption usually means a more powerful steam oven, but it also means higher energy usage.
