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Silver Surfer

2023-11-07

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Analyzing the 4 main criteria for purchasing an induction hob: 1) maximum power 2) minimum power 3) power levels 4) timer, we understand why the Esperanza EKH011 is a best seller and the best value for money hob with a price below 20€.

1) The maximum power of the hob is 1470W, like all hobs that state 2000W. More than enough power for cooking anything. In essence, the cookware with the food can heat up quickly, usually within 1 to 5 minutes, and then we can choose to cook slowly for as long as we want.

2) The minimum power is 200W. Not catastrophic if you don't cook very small quantities.

3) The power levels are sufficient for this hob category (up to 50€).

4) The timer helps with easy and perfectly cooked meals.

Pros: The hob is easy to handle even by a child, without needing to refer to the instructions.

Cons: The hob is not good for upgrading to ultra smart, as it would require at least 3 modules, preferably 4, and ideally 5 modules. Apart from the cost, programming is time-consuming and complicated, while the modules with the power supplies barely fit.

Comparison with other hobs:
From 2018 to 2020, Xiaomi had the best smart induction hob as it had 100 cooking levels! However, it fell short as its smart application had only basic functions that did not meet basic needs, and it had a problem with the temperature sensor, which required replacement every 12 months at a cost of 20€ (excluding labor), when the entire device cost around 55€. That is why Xiaomi has disappeared from this sector. Conclusion: this hob costs less than a Xiaomi temperature sensor and has a 2-year warranty. Also, at the moment, to get a better machine with a few more options, you have to spend over 50 euros, while if the available smart devices do not meet your needs, it is better to build one yourself by buying an Electra EH-0520IC and upgrading it to ultra smart.

Purchased for 19€.

Data, specs + compare:
Standby power 0.4W
Power check 1.4W (electricity button)
Fan power up 6.3W
Off timer preset 10min
Off timer set from 1 to 180min (3h)
Off timer increment 1min
Start timer preset 30min
Start timer set from 1 to 1440min (24h)
Start timer increment -1min, +30min

FUNCTIONS:
F1 Boil 200W = 1010W on/off for target
F1 Boil 500W = 1010W on/off for target
F1 Boil 800W = 1010W on/off for target
F1 Boil 1000W = 1010W steady
preset: F1 Boil 1600W = 1210W steady
F1 Boil 1800W = 1310W steady
F1 Boil 2000W = 1470W steady
Only off timer is available for boil function.

F2 Fry 80c = 1010W until temp reached
F2 Fry 100c = 1010W until temp reached
F2 Fry 130c = 1010W until temp reached
F2 Fry 160c = 1010W until temp reached
F2 Fry 180c = 1100W until temp reached
F2 Fry 210c = 1200W until temp reached
preset: F2 Fry 240c = 1310W until temp reached
F2 Fry 270c = 1465W until temp reached
Only off timer is available for fry function.

F3 Heat-up 500W = 1010W on/off for target
Only start timer is available for heat up function.

F4 stew 1300W = 1475W steady
Only start timer is available for stew function.

F5 water 2000W = 1470W steady
Only start timer is available for water function.

Fan wings diameter: 11 cm
Fan slot maximum capacity: 12 cm

Comparison of the fan with EH-0520IC:
Size: 50% smaller
Noise: 50% less

Power comparison with EH-0520IC:
Same: 1470W

Induction coil dimensions:
External dimension (usable): 15 cm
Internal dimension (dead): 4 cm

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antgr

2023-12-19

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--- Update April 2024 ---
The protective casing of the cable has already broken. It is a hard, non-flexible plastic, poorly constructed, without the thick section where it connects to the stove.
The stove itself does not have any issues, it works smoothly, but this is a significant safety concern.
It cannot be fixed with insulation when dealing with electricity. It needs repair or replacement.

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First cooking experience, outdoors in the cold. Just a simple frying. If you have experience and can see what's happening in the pot, it's a piece of cake. It's like having gas, fast/intense, quiet, medium, everything can be adjusted. I don't need to write more, it costs 20€ and does exactly what I want. 4 stars because it's the first test.

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  matjar

  2024-12-27

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  For the money, it's just fine, but don't expect to see 2000W.
  1500 at best.
  Overall, it's good. It's plastic like everything else. How long it will last, I don't know.
  It has various programs for Watts, temperature, warming, cooking.
  It even shows the voltage of your network.
  And a timer.

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  vkaratsis

  2024-12-17

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  The induction cooktops from the German supermarket are far superior in construction and performance. Of the three pieces I bought, one arrived with a burnt fan.

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  James_Black32

  2024-12-14

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  VFM!
  Induction at enamel price.
  You get it with your eyes closed.
  The stove has no problems, it neither overheats nor anything.
  It goes up to 2000W and boils water from 1300W without a lid.

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  0 out of 1 members found this review helpful

  insan3

  2024-12-02

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  It's a great solution! Compared to ceramic cooktops, it's much faster. Do the trick with a magnet on the bottom of your cookware to see if it will work with an induction cooktop. The timer is also very good for shutting off by itself. I don't know about durability over time, but so far it has been used exclusively for 6 months and has had water spilled on it, etc.... it hasn't made a sound. Very honest.

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  1 out of 6 members found this review helpful

  Anastasia_Papakonstantinou0

  2024-11-19

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  Throwing money away.... You realize how fake it is as soon as you hold it in your hands.... I haven't managed to cook anything, not even boil water. I thought maybe it's the pot, it's not heavy enough or it doesn't magnetize properly... I will get back to it.

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  Lena_Papa65

  2024-11-08

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  I used it for 6 months daily for simple and quick meals. It didn't suffer any damage and cooked the food quickly.

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  K_Kostas

  2024-11-01

  The website said it accepts pots of 14cm, the box says it also works for 12, unfortunately it does not support the 14 (let alone a 12, also, yes the pots are compatible, since we use this one with the other burner) I got it to replace another one that broke after a fall, for small pots. For 16e it is good, but don't expect anything more. The store is not to blame at all, on the contrary, they were helpful both on the phone and in the store

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  3 out of 3 members found this review helpful

  melidism

  2024-10-29

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  With stainless steel cookware, it works satisfactorily.
  But with cast iron, it tears through.
  It heats the pan instantly, and within seconds you see the oil smoking.

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  alex_zou14

  2024-10-20

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  much stronger than one could imagine
  One of my most worth purchases. As a student, I bought it and you cook full fast. And for the vacation home, it's top.

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  Evangelos_Batris

  2024-10-06

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  Small in size, but works well even with a large pot. Of course, it doesn't work with all metals, only magnetic ones, so be careful. My coffee pots don't work. But that's not the device's fault, as it's induction and you get it precisely for that.

  It has many settings and a timer that ...saves.

  If you don't need induction, that's fine. Otherwise, get it with your eyes closed

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  2 out of 2 members found this review helpful

  Efstathia_Spiliotopoulou

  2024-09-11

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  Very good. It doesn't consume much electricity, it's economical. It boils very quickly. It has many program and temperature options. It has a clock that winks as soon as the cooking time you set is over. So even if you forget, there is no risk of burning the food. I've had it for 1.5 years, it's perfect. It cleans easily. I will buy it again.

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  1 out of 10 members found this review helpful

  lela70x7

  2024-09-10

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  The Esperanza cookware that I bought does not recognize the cookware. Pots, frying pans... Almost the cookware that I have is not recognized.. what is this, why?

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  2 out of 2 members found this review helpful

  Bertie

  2024-09-10

  Verified purchase from Cosmo-market

  Somewhat tacky in appearance, but having a space carved out of your kitchen countertop just for the rare task of boiling pasta is elitist tossery. This is the only stove you need. I just wish it didn't have the tactile user interface of a Speak and Spell.

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  1 out of 1 members found this review helpful

  nikoskor412

  2024-08-27

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  Very good vfm. It did its job. I got it for the holiday home where I don't have a kitchen and it cooked just fine. And the "fire" power is enough for the 22 pot I was using. If you take care of it, due to the plastic construction it generally doesn't suffer any damage. I would buy it again if I needed to.

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  2 out of 7 members found this review helpful

  wtcjsb

  2024-07-20

  We really messed up, looking for a "good" and cheap temporary solution!

  It does the job, but that's about it!!!
  The material it is made of is plastic.
  Also, when it works, it has a worrying plastic smell. Is it toxic? I don't know...
  It also makes a strange noise.
  Don't even pay attention to the "touch control" it claims to have, it's a lie!
  Something else I noticed is some small gaps, it seems designed like that, from which you can see all the wires and mechanism. So I ask the following question: If water gets in through the gaps, will it explode?
  Overall, it seems to be a poor construction, I don't know if it will last long... Above all, it is NOT like the smart, edited photos that present it, and it definitely is NOT worth the 25€ I bought it for!!!

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  4 out of 7 members found this review helpful

  zisis81

  2024-07-13

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  Very good for cooking, but it does not recognize many types of pots and does not work. Because it requires the use of a pot with a diameter of at least 20 centimeters, it does not accept coffee pots, so it does not brew coffee.

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  3 out of 3 members found this review helpful

  Giwrgos_____M

  2024-05-23

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  It is perfect for pasta, rice, eggs, etc. very powerful, boils water quickly. It seems cheaply made, we will see how long it will last, as I don't use it every day. For its price, it is exactly what I need

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  registratorcenter

  2024-05-11

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  This is the best "value for money" choice. It is high quality and easy to use. The power is more than enough, but unlike many other induction hobs I have dealt with, the power setting is quite sufficient. Even a small pot can boil slightly. I know what I'm talking about, I had problems with this on other hobs, that you can't adjust the heat very low. The only obvious problem, the power cord on induction hobs, in my experience, hardens over time and then breaks. This is a completely weak point here. Especially if you will be moving it often. So, after purchase, without waiting for it to break, I recommend securing the cord to the base with insulating tape or something else to avoid bending. In any case, it is unlikely that you will find a better solution for this money.

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  gs.stef80

  2024-05-08

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  In frying, it is a bit slow. Otherwise, good for its price (around €20), ideal for not very large quantities of food.

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  DIONYSIOS_TSAKALIDIS

  2024-04-23

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  It boils water quickly and generally cooks very fast compared to just ceramic hobs, but the negative is that it makes a lot of noise

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  nikos_magkanaris

  2024-04-08

  I recommend buying it. I have had this for years, it saves a lot of money. I didn't see any differences in the electricity bill, the same as before, savings, savings, savings. I bought a second one and it's worth the money. I also have gas stoves, but I use the esperanta

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  2 out of 2 members found this review helpful

  melinavarvarezou

  2024-04-02

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  Very fast eye! You need to experiment a little with temperatures regarding cooking. For boiling water, etc., it has ready temperatures that you can change if you want. It is very lightweight, you can take it wherever you want. For the 19€ I bought it, it's worth it fully

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  thpegios

  2024-03-28

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  The stove has a diameter of 16 centimeters. Unfortunately, it is only suitable for small utensils. I bought it for frying, but what can you fry in a 16-centimeter pot? I returned it immediately after receiving it.

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  xeno24seven

  2024-03-26

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  It looks like a toy, but it does the job. I use it exclusively for omelets and in two to three minutes I have almost finished cooking. I have had it for 4 months and it works almost daily. I think it has already paid for itself, so 5/5 from me.

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  5 out of 5 members found this review helpful

  Άκης καμί

  2024-02-21

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  Guys, it's the best for its money!! I bought it for boiling pasta, but it actually works for everything! It's powerful and lightweight. You can cook everything PERFECTLY!! Only for 20€.... Simply flawless!!

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  Panagiotis_Zarifopoulos

  2024-02-02

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  Good choice but it only works with induction cookware, it doesn't recognize the rest and displays an error message

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  Makis_Fatouros

  2024-01-29

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  I have no opinion because it was simply returned. Just know that the description of the diameter dimension in the eye, which says 14 to 22, is not accurate. The packaging says it goes from 12 to 20 and it is very small.

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  18 out of 18 members found this review helpful

  Fanis_Zab

  2024-01-25

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  Flawless purchase. A reliable and powerful stove. And a little trick that will help many.
  To determine if a utensil is suitable for an induction stove, we place a magnet at the bottom of it. If the magnet sticks to the utensil, then it is suitable for an induction stove. If it doesn't stick, it simply doesn't work.

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  4 out of 5 members found this review helpful

  aggelos20153

  2024-01-15

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  Extremely good for the 19 euros it costs and very fast, which is beneficial for me, the speed. It boiled 1 liter of water in about 2 minutes

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  RoadToRuins

  2024-01-03

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  If you want to try induction cooking, Esperanza is the perfect choice. Additionally, it is a very lightweight cooktop because it does not have glass like most induction cooktops, but a coating of laminated paper. This is both good and bad, good because it is lightweight, bad because a pot got stuck and took a small piece of the surface of Esperanza with it (it did not affect its functionality). We have had it for about a year, use it constantly, liked it so much that we got rid of the electric one and only used Esperanza, until we ended up buying a whole induction kitchen!!!! (Santa Claus is good).

  Now, for those who don't know what induction does: it cooks as fast as gas, if not faster, and consumes much less electricity because it doesn't heat the cooktop, the bottom and exterior of the pot, and then the contents, but it creates heat directly in the contents, generating thermal energy through electromagnetic induction directly inside the cookware. It is necessary to use special cookware for this. If a magnet sticks to the bottom, usually the cookware is okay. Since Europe has been using induction cooktops since the 90s, if you have IKEA cookware from 1990+ it is probably suitable for induction. Induction cookware is not necessarily expensive. In fact, some that are described (completely incorrectly) as "only for induction cooktops" are quite cheaper than regular ones (see 11L pressure cooker).

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