How to choose an electric stove Gefest: a review of popular models with a description of the technical characteristics and consumer reviews
Electric stoves Gefest brand are manufactured in Belarus, together with Russia.
They are produced in Brest, at a factory that was founded back in 1951 and supplied the inhabitants of the USSR with kitchen equipment: gas stoves and electric stoves.
Gas appliances can still be found in the company's range, but in recent decades Gefest has produced a large line of electric stoves, in favor of which customers are increasingly choosing.
Today stoves of this manufacturer are very popular, and owners appreciate them for their ease of use, wide functionality and long-term service.
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Types of devices
The manufacturer offers a large selection of models of electric stoves for any taste and for any kitchen.
They are presented in three main varieties: standard combination stove, built-in variants (hobs and ovens) and compact tabletop models.
Combination
The most common and proven choice - a panel with burners and oven in the same body.
For such models Gefest provides a large variety of materials: you can choose the usual enamel coating or modern glass-ceramic, different colors are available.
Many stoves are equipped with a protective cover or shield, and high-tech ovens provide a variety of functions (convenient lighting, sound timer, for some models dosupen mode grill or kebab).
Built-in appliances
Another popular option that will appeal to those who are particularly careful in their kitchen planning: recessed electric stoves. Such a unit can be successfully combined with the chosen design solution and compactly built into the kitchen set.
Cooktop with burners and oven are purchased and installed separately, which saves space.
Such models require more complex installation, which, however, is fully offset by the ease of use.
In case of malfunction or the desire to update the kitchen arsenal, it is possible to replace or repair only one element.
Electric Table Top Cookers
For a small or mobile kitchen that has to "move around" often (e.g., to the cottage in summer), Gefest offers electric table-top stoves.
These models are very compact (sizes start at 50 cm in length and only 35 in width).
In addition to simple panels with burners, you can buy electric table-top stoves with an oven. At first glance, it is easy to take such a device for a microwave, but it is not inferior to a stationary oven and allows you to cook the same dishes in the same time.
Advantages and disadvantages
Gefest electric appliances are able to please their owners in many ways. With them, all the household will feel safe, cook with pleasure and admire a real decoration of the kitchen.
Pros of
- One of the most obvious advantages: there is no need to connect such a stove to the gas line, which in new houses may not exist at all. With mains power, you can forget about the fear of a gas leak if the appliance malfunctions.
- In Gefest electric stoves you can safely use several burners at the same time. Unlike gas appliances, they do not burn oxygen, and it is easy to breathe in the kitchen, even if all the pans are steaming.
- An important advantage: you can set the temperature precisely and don't have to worry about how to maintain it. Heating will remain even all the time (in contrast to the often "dancing" flame of gas burners).
- Families with children will appreciate the function of locking the hob, which will prevent injury in case of careless handling of the stove. If adults leave a child alone in the kitchen, a special key makes it easy to turn on the safe mode. (Note: not all stoves of this manufacturer have this option).
- Finally, Gefest stoves - it is a decent ratio of price and quality. At a relatively low cost of equipment of Russian-Belarusian production, many models are not inferior in reliability and modern functionality to more expensive brands.
Disadvantages
- An important disadvantage: high electricity consumption and, accordingly, its high cost, especially in comparison with gas tariffs, which are significantly lower.
- Sudden power outages can leave the owners of the electric stove without dinner. However, it will not hurt the device itself: most models of Gefest provides a safe emergency shutdown.
- The owners of some stoves of this manufacturer note that the oven gets very hot during use. It is worth noting that this applies only to selected models and with correct installation and operation will not be a problem.
- As already noted, the installation of kitchen electronics is not a simple process, requiring the obligatory reference to a specialist who can properly position and connect the device to the network.
What should you pay attention to when choosing?
Dimensions and location
When choosing a new stove, you should first carefully inspect and measure your kitchen space to see what type and size of appliance to focus on.
It is important that it be located away from the sink and at least two meters away from the refrigerator..
The number and design of burners
The number of cooking zones in Gefest stoves depends on what option the buyer prefers: combined models are available with three or four burners, and in built-in their number starts from one and goes up to six.
It is worth paying attention to the possibility of choosing a panel with double-circuit burners, which are two combined circles of different diameters, of which you can choose a larger or smaller, with a precise selection of heating for a particular dish.
In addition, some Gefest stoves have an express burner, which is suitable for quick cooking or heating.
Material of the hob
Gefest manufactures stoves with two types of coating: enameled metal and glass ceramic.
Enameled panels are the most economical option. They are inexpensive, but also reliable. Their main drawback: enamel is easy to damage, leaving scratches on it, and it takes a long time to care for it.
Not all special cleaners can cope with serious dirt without damaging the coating.
Much more convenient to use glass-ceramic stoves. It is a smooth shiny surface, which is easy to clean, heats the dishes perfectly and, in addition, looks stylish.
Of the disadvantages: the need to use cookware with a flat bottom, without any relief - otherwise the heating will not be uniform.
Features of the oven
Gefest ovens are available with a capacity of 52 or 55 liters. It is worth paying attention to the presence of internal lighting, timer and its functions, as well as the nature of the glazing of the door.
On the number of layers (double, triple glazing) depends on the ability of the oven to save heat inside and not report it to the outside of the case.
Operating modes of the oven
In addition to the standard mode, in which the user sets the desired temperature and cooking time, some stoves have special programs: "grill" and "kebab".
The "grill" function approaches cooking in the oven to roasting on the coals of the fire: the dish is crusted, and the interior retains its softness and juiciness.
In the "kebab oven" mode several skewers are fixed in the oven, which will automatically rotate thanks to the electric drive.
Energy efficiency class
The value of this parameter evaluates the economical power consumption of the appliance, from A to G upwards.
Basically, Gefest offers the most economical of all class A.
Controls
Depending on the model, the stove can be controlled mechanically (using physical buttons or rotary switches) or with a touch panel.
Touch keys work faster, but also the switches have their own advantages: the settings will not be disturbed by an accidental wrong touch.
Automatic cooking programs
In some devices, you can find a very useful function that will save a lot of time for those who work in the kitchen: automatically preset modes for cooking meat, fish, different types of baking and other dishes.
The desired program is easy to select with the help of special signs on the control panel, after which the stove itself will determine the temperature and cooking time, as well as the type of heating.
Top 7 models of Gefest electric stoves
In total, the line of electric stoves Gefest has more than a hundred varieties of combined, built-in and tabletop electric stoves. An easy way to navigate this variety is to familiarize yourself with this manufacturer's list of the best models for 2019.
PE 720.
One of the most compact options, it is a tabletop stove with two 
burners. Transportable and easy to use.
Features:
- Surface material and color: enamel, white
- Number of burners: 2
- Oven: none
- Dimensions: 50? 34.5? 9 cm
- Control: mechanical, with rotary switches
Pros of
- small size (suitable for the smallest kitchen)
- short heating time
- reasonable price
Disadvantages
- Small, hard to distinguish numbers
- common power indicator for two burners
6140-03 0001
Combined electric stove with a wide range of functions.
Features:
- Material and color of the front: enamel; brown
- Cooking surface: Enamel-covered
- Number of cooking zones: 4
- Oven: yes
- Dimensions: 60x60x85
- Control: mechanical, with rotary switches
- Convection: yes
- Additional features and accessories: display, rotisserie, timer with auto shut-off, drawer for dishes
Pros of
- Oven with built-in light
- Flip-down lid
- Large menu
- Automatic cooking modes
Cons
- Front side of the oven heats up when the oven is in operation (within tolerance)
- No child-safe mode
6140-02 0001
Stylish multifunctional stove at an affordable price. Available with a quick 
cooking and several oven modes.
Features:
- Material and color of the front: enamel; brown
- Cooking surface: enamelled
- Number of cooking zones: 4
- Oven: yes
- Dimensions: 60x60x85
- Control: mechanical, with rotary switches
- Convection: yes
- Additional functions and accessories: timer with sound alarm, rotisserie, drawer for dishes, adjustable legs, express burner
Pros of
- Express burner for cooking and heating up quickly
- Double oven light
- Extensive heating
- Safe mode after lock on
Cons
- Express burner is not available when oven is on
- Large, unadjustable burner surface
5140
Compact stationary stove with classic features.
Features:
- Material and color of the front: enamel; white
- Cooking surface: enameled.
- Number of cooking zones: 3
- Oven: yes
- Dimensions: 50? 58.5? 85
- Control: mechanical, with rotary switches
- Convection: no
Pros of
- Backlit oven
- Simple control
- Protective shield
Cons
- Heavy heat when oven is on
5140 0031
Reliable and easy to use stove with handy conventions.
Characteristics:
- Material and color of the front: enamel; white
- Cooking surface: enamelled
- Number of cooking zones: 3
- Oven: yes
- Dimensions: 50x50x85
- Control: mechanical, with rotary switches
- Convection: no
- Auxiliary functions and accessories: hinged door for dishes, adjustable feet
Pros:
- Protective shield
- Different power of burners (1 and 1,5 kW)
Disadvantages
- Short power cord
- The bottom storage compartment for accessories is bottomless and rests flush to the floor
6140-03
Inexpensive price, lots of features, control display and a nice 
Can be the best choice for its design
The features:
- Material and color of the front: enamel; white
- Cooking surface: enameled
- Number of cooking zones: 4
- Presence of oven: yes
- Dimensions: 60x60x85
- Control: mechanical, with rotary switches
- Convection: yes
- Additional functions and accessories: sliding drawer for dishes, adjustable legs, rotisserie, rapid heating, express burner
Pros of
- Grill mode
- 4 burner power modes
- Double oven backlight
- Removable wire oven rails
Cons
- Low position of the display
- Rugged thin metal tray
6560-03 0001
Modern glass-ceramic stove with fine-temperature settings, 
Informative temperature display and heat indicator lights
The features:
- Material and color of the front: Glass with marble ornament.
- Cooking surface: glass ceramic
- Number of cooking zones: 4, plus one two-zone burner
- The presence of the oven: yes
- Dimensions: 60x60x85
- Control: mechanical, with rotary switches and buttons
- Convection: yes
- Additional functions and accessories: sliding drawer for dishes, adjustable legs, rotisserie, "grill", "kebab", double oven lighting
Pros of
- Possibility to choose the cooking zone of different diameters
- Smooth, easy-to-use glass ceramic surface
- Uniform heating of the cookware on the cooking plate
- Great choice of cooking modes
Disadvantages
- Requires special cookware with a smooth bottom
- Inconvenient square shape burners
- Multistage setting system
- The surface is easy to leave dirt (which, however, is also easy to remove)
Customer reviews
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