If you’re looking for the best kitchen appliances, it’s all about reliability. Here’s how to find the most reliable kitchen appliances for your kitchen.

In this article, we’re taking a closer look at some of the qualities you can expect from the most reliable kitchen appliances.

The Most Reliable Kitchen Appliances

It has been said that the kitchen is the heart of a home. Out of all the spaces you, your family, and your guests could mingle, the kitchen seems to be top on the list. It is often a space that wraps you in warmth and can feed your body and soul with delightful food and drink.

Let’s pretend for a moment that you have offered to host this month’s get-together. You’ve got an hour before your friends will start arriving – which gives you just enough time to get those tapas prepped and in the oven. What would happen if your oven decides it is too tired to bake? Or worse – your refrigerator decides to stop cooling? Not only will you have to deal with the last-minute change of plans, but you will also have to worry about getting your appliances repaired or replaced before your life can get back to normal.

When it comes to having a space that is always going to be ready to wrap you and your loved ones in warmth, you need reliable kitchen appliances.

What Makes a Reliable Kitchen Appliance?

If we have learned anything from the above it is that a reliable kitchen appliance is one that is working when we need it, right? We depend on our appliances. We are always under the assumption that they sit there and wait for us to walk into the kitchen and turn them on. But, truth be told, unless you have invested in a reliable kitchen appliance, then there truly is no guarantee.

So, what is it that sets reliable kitchen appliances apart from all others? Four traits: durability, ease of use, beneficial features, and the right brand.

Durability

Your kitchen appliances get used daily – some multiple times throughout a day. That means they need to be strong and durable enough to handle this heavy use. Unfortunately, not all appliances are created equal.

Professionally-styled appliances are often your best choice as they are designed with the professional chef in mind. They are meant to handle heavy kitchen use and possess the strength to do so. Of course, what they are made with plays a big part in the durability. For instance –

Appliances that are crafted using a stainless steel finish allow you comfort in knowing it is:

• A durable surface that won’t buckle under the heaviest of use.
• Free from corrosion and rust, which means it will always look great.
• A germ-free surface since this metal is non-porous.
• Incredibly easy to keep clean.

By combining other durable materials with this stainless steel, such as porcelain drip pans or continuous cast-iron burners, you have a complete package.

Ease of Use

Who has time for complicated appliances? You need to get a meal going and on the table – and some days you just don’t have a lot of time to do that. So, for the most reliable appliances – the ones that will always be there ready for you – you want them to be easy to use.

Simple and easy to use does not mean a basic appearance. Appliances can look phenomenal and still be user-friendly. Keep this in mind when searching for new appliances. Something that looks too sophisticated – with too many bells and whistles – may be more than you need. Besides, too many complications mean too many things that can go wrong. And that, well, would defeat the whole purpose of reliability, wouldn’t it?

Beneficial Features

Beneficial features? Yes, please! Who doesn’t love features on our appliances that can make life just a little bit easier? Remember – the most reliable kitchen appliances are designed with the chef in mind. This means that there will be features that can enhance your experience using them – without complicating anything.

Want some examples?

Refrigerator

• A door alarm that let’s know your door has been left open, reducing the chance of spoiling food.
• Moveable shelving to accommodate any size items.
• LED lighting for energy efficiency.
• A counter-depth refrigerator with recessed handles takes up less kitchen space, allowing you to maneuver around much easier.

Range

• Dual fuel capabilities, allowing you to use the stove with case and the oven with electric for the best of both worlds.
• A convection fan for even baking.
• Porcelain oven interior and burner drip pan for easy cleanup after cooking.
• LED lighting for energy efficiency.

Dishwasher

• Delay start feature so you won’t forget to start it later.
• Low volume to keep it from interrupting your family time.
• Smart wash function to know just the level of wash required – which can also be energy efficient.
• A removable utensil tray to make it more convenient to unload.

Microwave

• One that installs over the range or under the cabinet keeps your counter space open.
• Express start buttons save time.
• A professional-grade handle as this is one of the most commonly broken items.
• Charcoal filter to clean the air as you cook.

The Brand

You may be quick to believe that the brand of an appliance doesn’t mean as much as the appliance itself. But, the brand means a lot. Why? Because the name is what is behind the appliance that you purchase. The brand can tell you just how professional, how durable, how reputable that appliance is. Would you want to purchase an appliance solely on what it looks like rather than where it comes from?

If something goes wrong, will the company stand behind its appliance? If you have a question about your new appliance, do you care about the level of customer service you will receive?

The brand and its reputation can tell you a lot about the reliability of an appliance. At Thor Kitchen, we know how to build professionally-styled, reliable kitchen appliances – and we are always standing behind them with unmatched customer service.

Conclusion

As you head out on your quest for the most reliable kitchen appliances, keep these important factors – durability, ease of use, beneficial features, and brand name – in mind. The more you do, the happier you will be with your final purchase.