Range Cooker Test: Miele, Falcon or SMEG?
The Range Cooker test. Discover the best model from Miele, Falcon & SMEG in the Mykitchens magazine.
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It's not for those with simple tastes or for kitchens where appliances are hidden behind sleek fronts. The Range Cooker is a status symbol. An eye-catching centerpiece. A statement in the kitchen. The oversized stove with a vintage look is the star of any kitchen, adding charm and a unique style. So, if you're looking for exactly that for your new kitchen, this extravagant kitchen appliance is a perfect choice! In the Mykitchens magazine, we take a closer look at the retro kitchen appliance and reveal which is the best model from the manufacturers Falcon, Miele, and SMEG in the Range Cooker test.
What is a Range Cooker?
A Range Cooker is a typical American kitchen appliance used for baking and cooking. The range combination consists of multiple cooking zones and ovens with different cooking compartments, making it easy to prepare various dishes simultaneously. Additionally, the cooking space is larger than that of a standard oven, allowing you to bake larger foods. For example, casseroles for the whole family or a big roast will fit comfortably inside.
The Falcon Range Cooker
The British kitchen appliance brand Falcon created the world's first Range Cooker. In 1830, the company pioneered freestanding retro stoves. It was designed and developed by William Flavel, the son of the founding family. At the time, the innovative Kitchener stove garnered significant attention. It revolutionized the kitchen, making cooking faster, more efficient, and easier. To this day, the Falcon Range Cooker remains the market leader in its field and serves as the ultimate model for many other brands.
Falcon still manufactures its products in the UK, where the first Range Cooker was born. Tradition is a hallmark of the British brand, and the appliances continue to feature a distinctive English style, adding an unmistakable charm. Perfect for an English country kitchen!
Falcon Roasting Rack
Falcon Range Cookers impress with features like a roasting rack. This height-adjustable fixture is attached directly to the inside of the oven door and prevents burns when removing hot dishes.
Falcon Quick Preheat
Falcon is the Range Cooker for the impatient: The oven heats up 30% faster than a conventional convection oven. No preheating is required. Even cold items can be placed directly into the cold oven.
Falcon Griddle Plate
Whether classic or in Teppanyaki style, the Falcon Range Cooker also features griddle plates as a special addition. Made from durable cast aluminum, it has a non-stick coating for easier handling and maintenance.
Bestseller: Falcon Classic Deluxe Cooker
One of the most popular Falcon cookers is the Classic Deluxe, with a 90 cm width. It is available with induction or gas/electric options. The classic Range Cooker brand also offers various color options (Black, Red, Blue, Green, White, etc.). Technically, the multifunction oven impresses with a retractable grill, five gas burners, a grill pan, and more.
The Smeg Retro Herd
Italian range cookers can be found at SMEG, such as those from the "Smeg Victoria" series. In the classic retro style of the design brand, the freestanding cooker comes in various retro colors: cream, black, gray, berry, or stainless steel. The "Portofino" range cooker adds a bit more color, with bold options like bright red or lemon yellow making a statement in the kitchen. The retro range cooker from Italy is available in both gas and induction models, featuring an infrared grill, a glazed pizza stone (as it should for Italian kitchen appliances), and excellent energy efficiency.
Smeg Convection
Smeg ovens are equipped with three convection fans, ensuring an exceptionally even heat distribution inside the oven.
Smeg Vapor Clean
SMEG Vapor Clean simplifies oven cleaning. Simply mix some water with a cleaner and pour it into the bottom groove of the oven. The oven then generates steam by heating up to 60°C for about 18 minutes. This softens fats, oils, and other dirt, making it easier to wipe away after the cleaning cycle.
Smeg Pizza stone
As expected from true Italians, you can bake excellent pizza with the cooking center. This is made possible by the SMEG pizza stone made of chamotte clay.
Bestseller: Smeg Victoria Freestanding Range Cooker with 110 cm Width
The SMEG Victoria freestanding range cooker TR4110IP, with a 110 cm width, is available in a cream-colored design with induction. However, the model is also available with gas (TR4110PD1). This nostalgic stove features three cooking compartments, five induction cooking zones, functions such as convection, hot air, grill, and top/bottom heat, as well as the Vapor Clean cleaning function.
The Miele Range Cooker
As the first German manufacturer, Miele ventured into the retro cooking station market. The Miele Range Cooker was first introduced in 2015 and is available in three different sizes, as well as in induction or gas versions. Inside, the appliance impresses with many great features: it comes equipped with a wireless food thermometer, climate cooking, pyrolysis, and an M Touch control system, combined with backlit rotary knobs and rotating handles.
Miele Range Cooker with 3 Doors
Large Miele Range Cookers impress with their flexible 3-door concept. They feature a microwave, an oven, and a push-to-open gourmet warming drawer.
Miele Climate Cooking
Thanks to Miele Climate Cooking, incredibly airy doughs and golden-brown crusts are achieved. By increasing the humidity in the cooking chamber, baking and roasting results can be optimized.
Miele Fast Preheating
The Miele Gas Range Cooker features an open bottom, allowing for a constant airflow and thus faster and more even heat distribution. The result: shorter baking and roasting times.
Bestseller: Miele Range Cooker HR 1622
The Miele HR 1622 is the smallest Miele Range Cooker and is equipped with induction. Measuring 30 inches, it offers the same level of operation and functionality as its larger counterparts. A wireless food thermometer, climate cooking, M Touch, and four induction cooking zones make this model stand out, all encased in a sleek stainless steel design.
The Perfect Wall Range Hood for Your Range Cooker
The Range Hood is the perfect complement to your range cooker. However, choosing the best one depends on factors like extraction type, color, and size. Below, we highlight the top three range hoods for the Falcon oven, the SMEG freestanding stove, and the Miele Range Cooker.
Falcon Classic Wall Range Hood
The perfect complement to the Falcon Range Cooker is the Classic Chimney Hood, a traditional range hood with either ducted or recirculating air. It is available in black, cranberry, and cream, and comes in sizes of 90, 100, and 110 cm.
Smeg Victoria Wall Range Hood
To match the nostalgic Victoria Range Cooker, the Italian design brand also offers a nostalgic range hood. The SMEG range hood is a classic wall-mounted model available in cream, black, gray, stainless steel, and SMEG special editions, such as "Divina Cucina."
Miele Stainless Steel Wall Range Hood
Miele range hoods are made of classic stainless steel and are designed to complement the range cookers. The performance and LED lighting are controlled via knobs, while temperature sensors help prevent unnecessary energy consumption.
