Rating of the best combi steamers for 2022

Thermal equipment of this type refers to professional kitchen equipment, which is used in the food industry - catering establishments. Depending on the popularity and attendance of the places, the management chooses the unit for performance and ease of use. Here is a list of the best combi steamers for 2022 of different price categories with their pros and cons.

General idea of ​​combi steamers - selection criteria

Before getting recommendations on choosing units, you need to decipher some points: the main questions and answers to them that will be useful to buyers (mainly information for beginners who plan to open a cafe, restaurant and other catering places).

Question answer

Combi oven - what is it? Answer: professional heating kitchen equipment with various modes based on steam and forced convection.

What is a combi steamer used for? Answer: for cooking various foods: meat, fish, confectionery, pastries.

What are combi steamers? Answer: aggregates can be classified into several categories. For example:

• by appointment: household/professional;
• for installation: free-standing / desktop;
• by type of connection: electric / gas;
• by type of steam generation: injection / boiler;
• by control method: mechanical, sensory, electronic, combined type;
• types of settings: manual, automatic, partially autonomous.

Note! For a home of this kind, equipment has not yet "received wide publicity." The price segment for it starts from 26 thousand rubles.There are few functions, the sizes are small, and the characteristics in many respects differ from the professional versions.

How to take care of the equipment? Answer: Most units are equipped with a self-cleaning or partial cleaning function. How to wash the installation correctly, instructions are given from the manufacturer, in which you can find answers to many other questions.

Selection Tips

All professional kitchen equipment related to thermal processes is made of stainless steel, heat-resistant glass and other innovative materials.

How to choose a combi steamer? The main thing you should pay attention to is what can be cooked in such an oven, how convenient and high-quality it is. What are the maintenance costs: maintainability, purchase of detergent, energy consumption (electricity, gas, water). The end result should not be that the costs exceed the income.

In this regard, the list of combi steamers below is divided into three groups. For example, in the first category there is equipment that is suitable only for opened establishments (budget). In the second category - for already promoted public places, but not with a constant hype in terms of visiting. The most expensive equipment is the third option for those who have an impeccable reputation and a large influx of visitors (for example, restaurants).

Which firm is better? Answer: according to buyers, the most popular units are foreign combi steamers. The greatest popularity belongs to Italian and German suppliers. Domestic installations are a little behind the sales leaders.

Where could I buy? Answer: in special stores of professional equipment, if the product is not in stock, you can order it online, but only if the equipment is covered by a warranty card.

Note! The review includes combi steamers only for professional kitchens.

Rating of high-quality combi steamers up to 300 thousand rubles for 2022

This category includes relatively inexpensive installations with good technical performance. Top Producers:

• "Abat";
• "Unox";
• Tecnoeka.

The leading position in the production of this type of equipment is occupied by the first two companies, but in the review, from the entire range of companies, one copy was selected, which at a price do not exceed the specified threshold.

Model "PKA 10-1 / 1VM2" from the manufacturer "Abat"

Purpose: for public catering organizations.

The unit is used for cooking various dishes by steaming, hot air treatment separately or in combination. It is intended for modern cuisine. Due to its peculiarity - to cook several dishes at the same time - it significantly saves the cook's time. The unit is operated in professional kitchens.

Detailed description: Russian-language control panel with a timer, temperature probe (3-channel), humidity and fan speed control. A drain cooling system is built into the body, there is a shower for washing, a ventilated oven door. For security purposes, a 2-code opening mechanism is installed on the door, a “free handles” system for closing it. The unit is equipped with a semi-automatic washer.

Specifications:

Source of power:	electricity
Control:	electronic
Vendor code:	497-5852
Dimensions (centimeters):	84/80/105,5
Net weight:	130 kg
Modes (degrees):	270 - convection, 100 - injection steam generation, 250 - convection + steam, 160 - heating
Timer setting:	until 10 o'clock
Humidity adjustment:	0-100%
Maintenance of chamber temperature:	+/-1 degree
Fan speeds:	5 pieces.
Possibility to record your own cooking programs:	110 pcs.
Rated capacity:	1250 W
Voltage:	400 V
Gastronorm container type:	1/1, total 10 pcs. with a distance of 7 cm.
Air heaters:	3 pcs.
Producing country:	Russia
By price:	203000 rubles

• preserves useful substances and vitamins in the finished dish;
• universal;
• multifunctional;
• qualitative;
• low power consumption;
• high performance.

• not identified.

Model "XV 393" from the manufacturer "Unox"

Purpose: for baking confectionery, bakery products, as well as heating semi-finished products in stores (fast food outlets).

Installation of innovative materials, due to which it has a lot of weight. For safe operation, the oven body and its chamber have rounded corners (this facilitates the washing process). The glass inside is removable.

The design is modular, equipped with guides for gastronorm containers. It is connected to water supply and sewerage. Convection with or without steam addition. In the working chamber, heat is optimally distributed, the specified humidity is maintained. Suitable for use in cafes, restaurants.

Mechanical control with rotary switches. Frame color - black/grey.The AIR Plus technology allows you to change the direction of the fan and reverse, DRY.Plus instantly eliminates moisture from the chamber, Steam Plus is designed to manually supply steam into the chamber.

Other features of the device include: continuous operation of the oven, counting down the time until the end of cooking, preventing overheating thanks to the thermostat, halogen interior lighting.

Specifications:

Vaporization:	injection
What can be done:	bake, fry, boil, stew meat, fish and vegetables
Dimensions (centimeters):	75/77,3/77,2
Net weight:	55 kg
Power consumption:	7100 W
Fan speeds:	2 pcs.
Levels:	5 pieces.
Distance between guides:	6.7 cm
Voltage:	380 V
Temperature indicators (degrees):	30-260 - convection mode, 48-260 - steam convection, 260 - preheating
Door opening positions (degrees):	60; 120; 180
Material:	AISI 304 stainless steel, carbon fibre, self-lubricating technopolymer (for hinges)
Supply:	from Italy
Average price:	92100 rubles

• compact;
• modern design;
• functional;
• 30% less energy savings compared to traditional ovens/hobs;
• high performance;
• qualitative;
• inexpensive;
• reversible door that can be re-hung after equipment is installed.

• not identified.

Model "MKF711TS" from the manufacturer "Tecnoeka"

Appointment: for professional kitchen.

The equipment in a stainless steel case with heat-resistant glass is equipped with a touch screen and various technologies: Drylogic controls the presence of steam in the chamber, regulates its supply, Humilogic allows you to evenly distribute particles due to the centrifugal rotation of the fan, Airflowlogic ensures uniform movement of air flows inside designs.

The recording program allows you to save many recipes with step-by-step cooking (10 steps). There are modes: "quick cooking", "delayed start". You can cook with steam, the supply of which is automatically regulated. There is multi-level baking, the ability to connect appliances to Wi-Fi via a USB cable.

Specifications:

Type of:	electric
Type of steam generation:	injector
Dimensions (centimeters):	73/84,9/85
Net weight:	89 kg 600 g
Distance between guides:	6.8 cm
Capacity:	7 containers type GN 1/1
Number of speeds:	5 pieces.
Washing systems:	4 things.
Number of programs:	500 pcs.
Operating temperature:	30-270 degrees
Control:	sensory
Voltage:	380 V
Power:	11400 W
Moisture protection class:	IPX5
Current frequency:	50-60 Hz
Control Languages:	42 species
Producing country:	Italy
What is the price:	206300 rubles

• stylish appearance;
• high quality of prepared dishes;
• multifunctional;
• value for money.

• not identified.

Rating of high-quality combi steamers up to 500 thousand rubles for 2022

Popular models in this category are produced by foreign companies:

• "Unox";
• "Vormax";
• Retigo.

Model "XEVC-0711 GPR CHEFTOP" from the manufacturer "Unox"

Purpose: for cooking, confectionery in restaurants, catering, bakeries, shops.

The Italian combi steamer with the Master Touch Plus control system allows you to quickly set operating modes and create programs. Mind Maps technology allows you to draw a cooking schedule with a special pencil. Cooking delicate and instant heat products is available.

The formation of steam, thanks to the Unox Steam Maxi technology, is powerful even with minimal water consumption (from 35 degrees). Other functions allow you to quickly remove moisture from the chamber, recognize products, analyze settings, optimize parameters. The temperature in the food can be changed thanks to the 4-point "Multi.Point" probe.

The features of the technique include: the ability to organize the load of baking sheets in such a way that the cooking of various dishes ends at the same time.

For the hygiene and cleanliness of the working chamber, the automatic washing for 4 programs is responsible, which significantly saves time for cleaning. There is a dedicated detergent tank built into the combi steamer.

To increase productivity, you can install several of these units (one by one), and they can also be combined with a heating cabinet "XEVSC-0711-CR" from this company.

Specifications:

Type of:	gas
Dimensions (centimeters):	77,3/84,3/75
Net weight:	100 kg 200 g
Control Panel:	sensory
Number of fan speeds:	8 steps
Number of levels:	7 pcs.
Power consumption:	1000 W
Voltage:	220 V
Distance between guides:	6.7 cm
Programming:	256 programs (9 steps)
Setting timers:	up to 10 pcs.
Gastronorm container size (see):	53/32,5
Temperature regime:	30-260 degrees
Material:	stainless steel
Manufacturer country:	Italy
Average cost:	304000 rubles

• smells do not mix during the simultaneous cooking of different types of dishes;
• capabilities;
• functional;
• modern design;
• high quality;
• performance.

• not identified.

Model "XPC 101" from the manufacturer "Vortmax"

Appointment: preparation of dishes of varying complexity (for any institution).

Modern development with various functions and technologies for comfortable use in the kitchen. The stand-alone unit is equipped with rubberized steel feet, which ensure its stability on the surface. There is a steam generator with a scale formation sensor, several cooking modes: steam, regeneration, convection, combined.

Every day, water is drained autonomously from the boiler, there is a shower-roulette and a descaling system (semi-automatic). For optimal cooking, there are modes: preheating the working chamber, autonomous and delicate cooking, climate control, a delay timer for starting programs.

Automatic washing with 5 modes of action helps to maintain cleanliness. Other advantages of the product include: a cooling system for the working chamber, a change in the direction of rotation of the fan, a quick closing of the door and an error detection system.

Specifications:

Type of:	electric
Dimensions (centimeters):	89,8/86,7/111,7
Guides:	GN 1/1
Working modes:	4 things.
Individual cooking programs:	99 titles (6 stages)
Material:	steel, glass
Distance between guides:	6.7 cm
Maximum temperature:	300 degrees
Fan speeds:	3 pcs.
Levels:	10 pieces.
Power Consumption:	19200 W
Voltage:	380 V
Power modes:	2 pcs.
Control:	sensory
Type of vaporization:	boiler room
Wet protection:	IPX-5
Producing country:	Spain
Sum:	442000 rubles

• Beautiful design;
• multifunctional;
• quality assembly;
• various modes;
• long service life.

• not identified.

Model "O611i" from the manufacturer "Retigo"

Purpose: for frying meat, cooking desserts, cooking fish.

The steam convection oven of small dimensions in a steel case is equipped with a touch control panel with a large display. Thanks to the Active Cleaning system, the cleanliness of the chamber is automatically maintained. Starting, warming up and cooling down the chamber works offline. With the “SDS” function, the installation is not afraid of failures in the system, as it independently checks the operation of the device, and if a malfunction occurs, it eliminates it.

Drainage system + built-in heat exchanger reduce water consumption, which significantly saves the institution's budget. For reading recipes from media, there is a cord with a USB port. The unit's memory is designed to store up to hundreds of recipes.

Specifications:

Type of:	electric
Dimensions (centimeters):	82,1/93,3/78,6
Net weight:	116 kg
Temperature fluctuations:	30-300 degrees
Power Consumption:	10900 W
Voltage:	380 V
Levels:	7 pieces, the distance between them is 6.5 mm
Total programs:	99 pcs.
Meal performance:	51-150
Container size:	60/40 cm.
Type of steam generation:	injector
Material:	AISI 304
Producing country:	Czech Republic
By cost:	328000 rubles

• compact;
• stylish appearance;
• value for money;
• functional;
• low energy and water consumption;
• simple intuitive control.

• not identified.

The best combi steamers up to 1 million rubles for 2022

An expensive category (although there are even more expensive units), which includes professional installations. Unfortunately, not every organization can afford such a luxury, especially those new to the food industry. Most often, such models are acquired by experienced companies, for which reputation is above all. The best companies in this category are:

• "Rational";
• Eloma;
• Apache.

Model "CM 101" from the manufacturer "Rational"

Appointment: for professional kitchen of various food establishments.

The combi steamer allows you to cook meat, vegetable dishes, make pastries from rich and unleavened dough. The features of the equipment include: semi-automatic cleaning, manual and independent steam humidification, a large number of cooking programming cycles, work safety. HACCP data is stored off-line and can be transferred/printed. In offline mode, full control of cooking is carried out, the amount of steam is adjusted and the desired temperature is set.

Several modes are set:

• delicate cooking, including dietary;
• cooking from frozen semi-finished products with the formation of a crispy crust;
• combined mode, which does not require food to be turned over;
• rapid cooling of the dish, maintaining the desired temperature for serving.

Appearance description: installation on 4 telescopic legs with electromechanical control panel made of steel.Double door with heat-resistant glass, hinged. The glass is covered with a heat-reflecting element. There is a built-in door drip, lighting, dehumidifier.

Specifications:

Type of:	electromechanical
Steam humidification:	boiler room
Baking tray:	GN 1/1
Dimensions (centimeters):	84,7/77,6/104,2
Net weight:	128 kg
Power Consumption:	18600 W
Rated voltage:	380 V
Levels:	10 pieces.
Working temperature range:	30-300 degrees
Permissible daily downloads:	80-150 pcs.
Memory:	100 programs (6 steps)
Convection speeds:	5 pieces.
Manufacturer country:	Germany
Average price:	824300 rubles

• long operation;
• excellent quality of prepared dishes;
• capabilities;
• functional;
• simple control;
• economical energy consumption;
• modern development.

• no automatic cleaning.

Model "MT 6-11 RH" from the manufacturer "Eloma"

Scope of application: catering, restaurant, multi-chain.

The kitchen unit for cooking various dishes with a high expansion color monitor (7 inches) is able to simultaneously set the temperature and humidity in exact degrees / percent.

Using a PC interface or LAN, you can archive data from the HACCP display. All parameters can be brought into position with the touch of a finger thanks to the "Quick Set" function. Programs can be adjusted during the cooking process. There is automatic heating and cooling with a quick cooling function.

The fan speed can be adjusted. It is not necessary to monitor the cleanliness of the installation, it cleans itself, consuming a minimum amount of water and detergent.For convenience, there is a product indicator that indicates how much liquid is left in the container. The housing has a built-in spray hose that autonomously rewinds.

Note! A more detailed description can be found in the product instructions.

Specifications:

Steam formation type:	injector
Dimensions (centimeters):	92,5/80,5/84
Net weight:	122 kg
Communication interface:	USB/LAN
Working temperature:	30-300 degrees
Mains parameters:	380-400V
Humidity Range:	0-100 %
Power:	1100 W
Number of levels:	6 pcs.
Control:	electronic
Memory:	20 entries
Cooking Methods:	9 pcs.
Cooking programs:	400 pcs.
Time to clean up:	15 minutes
Manufacturer country:	Germany
By price:	784000 rubles

• compact;
• qualitative;
• performance;
• universal: for any dishes;
• multifunctional;
• wide application in the field of catering.

• not identified.

Model "Chef Line LEB101T" from the manufacturer "Apach"

Purpose: for public catering and other establishments in this field of activity.

Rectangular table top unit with 7" HD display with popular recipes, scroller plus, you can program your own recipes. If you choose cooking by photo, it will be carried out automatically. For the manual process, there are several modes: steam, convection and combined. It is possible to change the cooking temperature according to the Delta T system.

The operation of the display and other functions is monitored by the “Service” program, in case of problems it eliminates them or notifies them by displaying an error on the screen. The two functions "Ecovapor" and "Turbovapor" are responsible for saving energy and water costs.

The cleanliness of the chamber is ensured by an autonomous sink with an electronic dosage of detergent. The Calout boiler protects against scale formation, which changes water daily at temperatures below 60 degrees.

Specifications:

Type of:	electric
Control:	sensory
Steam humidification:	boiler room
Dimensions (centimeters):	93/82,5/104
Net weight:	174 kg
Levels:	10 pieces.
Temperature Range:	30-300 degrees
Installation method:	desktop
Power consumption:	1600 W
Voltage:	380 V
Distance between levels:	7 cm
Material:	steel
Fan speeds:	6 pieces, 3 of which automatically reduce the heating power
Steps in the program:	up to 15
Producing country:	Italy
Sum:	623300 rubles

• modern design;
• multifunctional;
• comfortable operation;
• display features.

• not identified.

Conclusion

Which one is better to buy a combi steamer, everyone should decide for himself, but before buying, you should study the instructions, paying attention to the principle of operation, installation method, technical indicators, and opportunities so as not to make mistakes when choosing.

The review was made up of units of various price categories, which are considered the most reliable and economical for the food industry.

Table - "The best combi steamers of 2022"

Name:	Manufacturer:	Number of levels (pieces):	Power, W):	Average cost (rubles):
PKA 10-1/1VM2	"Abat"	10	1250	203000
XV 393	Unox	5	7100	92100
MKF711TS	Tecnoeka	7	11400	206300
XEVC-0711 GPR CHEFTOP	Unox	7	1000	304000
XPC 101	"Vormax"	10	19200	442000
"O611i"	Retigo	7	10900	328000
"CM 101"	Rational	10	18600	824300
"MT 6-11 RH"	Eloma	6	1100	784000
"Chef Line LEB101T"	Apache	10	1600	623300