Bakery "Panasonic 2502": reviews, opinion of buyers, features

In Russia, traditionally making bread and baking at home is popular. Modern culinary enthusiasts often use for this purpose special bakery, presented in the market of household appliances in a wide range. Among the leading manufacturers of this type of device is Panasonic. One of the most popular models of breadmakers manufactured by a Japanese company is the Panasonic SD-ZB2502. It is also spread and Russified its name - bread maker "Panasonic SD 2502". What is the specificity of this device? What do its owners who have experience using the device write?

What is a bread maker

First, let's study the specifics of devices of this type. The bread maker in this context is a miniature, sized, comparable to a pan, device, which is intended for making baked goods using electric heating. Often this type of device is equipped with useful auxiliary functions - for example, dough mixer, timer.

Almost all modern bread makers have built-in programs that are adapted to the production of a specific type of product - bread, French baguettes, donuts, etc. As for the most modern devices, which also includes the Panasonic 2502, they can also contain programs, Not directly associated with baking products from flour. For example, those that suggest the preparation of jam.

With the help of the bread maker, the production of the corresponding products lasts about 2-6 hours. It all depends on the specific recipe, as well as on the quality of the ingredients. Many of the bread maker models can bake products in fast mode. As a rule, in the process of making bread, various ingredients can be added to the device to give the products a special taste.

Breadmakers from Panasonic are characterized by an optimal combination of price and functionality. Also, the products of the Japanese brand are characterized by exceptional reliability. It can also be noted that Panasonic offers its customers a wide range of bread maker modifications. So, lovers of home baking can always purchase an inexpensive, but at the same time, a sufficiently functional device.

Now let's move on to studying the features of the Panasonic 2502 device. First, we'll look at the characteristics of the device. Then we explore the features of its functions, as well as user feedback.

Device Features

Baker "Panasonic 2502", reviews about which are widely distributed on the pages of online stores specializing in the sale of household appliances, and thematic online portals, has the following main characteristics.

The power of the device is 550 W. The bakery is designed for baking loaves weighing up to 1250 grams. It provides 12 programs for preparing various types of baking, including, for example, cupcakes. It can be noted that the device has a stylish, spectacular design. The case is made of stainless steel, which has a high degree of resistance to mechanical damage. The baking dish has a diamond-fluoride coating, which also improves the quality of the device.

The device is controlled by means of a special panel with a large display. Among its components are two dispensers: for yeast and for adding the necessary ingredients to the dough (these can be, for example, nuts). One of the most notable characteristics of a breadmaker is the microprocessor, which controls the temperature during the preparation of bread. Among other useful functions of the device - protection from voltage failures.

What can I bake?

What kinds of products can the bread maker "Panasonic 2502" produce? Feedback about the functionality of the device - the most positive. The fact is that with the help of this device you can bake bread, muffins, baguettes, sweets, as well as bezdorozhevye and gluten-free products. Among the most useful functions of the device is kneading the dough, as well as choosing the color of the crust. There is also an interesting program, using which, you can prepare fruit in syrup.

Appearance

Attractive design - among the indisputable advantages of the Panasonic 2502 bread maker. Feedback from many users confirm this. The device, as we already noted above, is made of stainless steel. The coating of the bakery is polished. The device is available in two basic colors - steel and black. The device is equipped with a rectangular display, near which are located control keys. The device is placed on special legs, which give the device a stable position on the table.

Compactness is another remarkable attribute that the Panasonic 2502 bread maker has. Feedback from the owners of the device confirm this. So, the height of the device is only 383 mm, width - 256 mm, and depth - 389 mm. Weighs at the same time the bread maker is not very much - 7.6 kg.

Features of the bread maker

Let's consider the specifics of some features of the device. As we already noted above, the bread maker has two convenient dispensers. The first is used to add various additional ingredients to the bread process. Its capacity is about 150 grams. Another dispenser is designed to add dry yeast to bread. Its capacity is about 12 grams. The duration of the bread making process with the device depends on the recipe and can vary greatly - from 2 to 6 hours. You can also use the accelerated cooking mode or the usual one.

Bakery, as we noted above, can make pastries through 12 different programs. Each of them involves following a certain recipe. Apart from the main programs, the device is adapted to baking single-grain bread, as well as products that do not contain gluten or yeast.

Also, the bread maker includes 10 programs, with which the kneading test is carried out. In this case, there are appropriate algorithms adapted to the preparation of bakery products, as well as those using which to prepare an unleavened dough for dumplings and vareniki or yeast for pizza. The uniqueness of the breadmaker is that, among other things, it is able to prepare a delicious jam, as well as, as we noted above, fruit with syrup, according to a special recipe.

Notable functions

We will study, what remarkable functions the device from Panasonic possesses.

First of all, it should be noted the presence of a special timer in the bread maker. With it, you can put the baking process on hold for 13 hours. You can, for example, program the cooking at night and at the same time set the automatic addition of the necessary ingredients in the bread by means of a dispenser. Another notable feature of the breadmaker is the preservation of the finished baked goods warm.

The owner of the device from Panasonic can set the desired value of a loaf of bread. There are three possible options when working with this function: the choice of a large loaf - from 1 to 1.25 kg, medium - about 800 grams, and small - about 600 grams. As we already noted above, the bread maker also allows you to set the desired color of the crust: it can be light, dark or corresponding to the average degree of bread baking.

Analogues

Let us consider what analogies are present in the device under consideration.

Among them - the bread maker "Panasonic 2511". In general, its characteristics are very similar to model 2502. But the programs of the bread maker "Panasonic 2511" has more - 14. It can also be noted that this device has the function of accelerated baking.

The bread maker "Panasonic 2512" is quite close in function to model 2511. The most important is its difference in terms of features: the maximum weight of baking can be 1250 grams. It can also be noted that the Panasonic 2512 bread maker is not made of plastic, like the 2511 model, but of metal - like the 2502th.

What other options are closest to the characteristics of the 2502nd? Probably, the "Panasonic 2501" bread maker is one of them. In general, the device has similar capabilities, but has a plastic housing. Just like the device 2511, the bread maker "Panasonic 2501" has the function of accelerated baking.

Which of the analogs of the model 2502 is much cheaper than this device? Among these - the bread maker "Panasonic 2500". It has, in principle, similar capabilities and costs about 7500 rubles. While the model 2502 - about 10 900 rubles. Bakery "Panasonic 2500" has a plastic casing and 11 programs for baking.

All these models are now actively sold in Russia. But there are modifications of bread makers, which are rarely available on sale, but, nevertheless, deserve attention. Among them - the bread maker "Panasonic 255". There are 9 programs in it, and the same functions as the 2502, however, there is no support for baking French baguettes. Very similar to model 255 bread maker "Panasonic 257".

Price of breadmakers

Let's try to rank those devices from Panasonic, which are now actively sold in Russia, at a price. The most expensive model is 2512. It costs about 14 500 rubles. Then follows the model 2511. It can be bought for about 11 900 rubles. A little cheaper will cost the modification we are considering - 2502, it costs about 10,900 rubles. The Panasonic SD 2501 is a little cheaper: its purchase will cost about 9700 rubles. Produced and sold in Russia is also such a version as 2510. Its price is about 8800 rubles. The most affordable model is 2500. As we already noted above, it costs about 7500 rubles.

We see that there is a wide variety of models on the market, within the framework of which the Panasonic bakery is produced. The price of the device can also vary considerably. But this makes the products of the Japanese brand available to everyone, regardless of the budget.

The opinions of the owners are another important aspect, in which we will be interested in the Panasonic 2502 bread maker. Feedback from users of the device - the most diverse. They concern the quality of bread, the convenience of using the device and its functions, as well as the reliability of the device. Let us consider them in more detail.

Reviews: quality of bread

Users of the bakery note that baked with its help bakery products - of excellent quality. If, of course, follow the appropriate recipes. It is important that all ingredients are not expired, and ideally - the freshest (especially for the components of the test).

The possibilities of the stove, as noted by the owners of the device, allow you to put the most daring experiments on the allocation of baking original flavor tints. Baking is qualitative, judging by the reviews, regardless of the particular variety - whether it's molded bread or French baguettes. The Japanese bread maker perfectly copes with its tasks-its owners are sure.

Reviews: usability and features

Positive opinions are also expressed regarding the ease of use of the device. So, in the kit, which supplied the bread maker "Panasonic", the instruction is mandatory, and it, as the owners of the device note, is sufficiently detailed. Using the device is carried out without significant difficulties.

As for the variety of functions, the bread maker is also characterized by positive feedback. People are impressed by a large number of programs, the convenience of dispensers, the availability of a timer, as well as various additional features of the device - such as, for example, kneading dough or making jam.

Some users note that the bread maker consumes relatively little energy, in spite of its high enough power, to produce a loaf of bread. Apparently, the device implemented certain energy-saving algorithms.

Simplicity of operation is another important characteristic of the device, as many owners of the bread maker believe. Literally, during the very first cooking of bread, you can master the basic functions of the device. In this context, the instruction is often praised - for the clarity and detailed description of the process of using the bread maker.

Among the shortcomings of the device, celebrated by the owners, is the lack of a power button. That is, power is supplied to the device by connecting its wire to the outlet. However, in practice, as many users have pointed out, this is not so inconvenient.

Reviews: reliability

The owners of the bakery express a positive attitude towards its reliability. In principle, the fact that the Japanese brand produces reliable products, in itself is not a sensation. But the bread maker is among the most technologically sophisticated products. It works at a high temperature and is associated with cooking, which requires high demands on its environmental friendliness and hygiene.

All these criteria baker, as noted by users, is consistent. The device operates without significant disruptions, provided, of course, its adequate operation: in accordance with the provisions of the instruction, as well as following the recipes for making bread.

It can be noted that this type of feedback - regarding the functions, convenience and reliability of the device - is also true for analog devices, in particular, the modification of the 2502. This indicates that the brand Panasonic keeps the brand of reliable devices supplier also in the segment of bakery.