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Melchioni Gaia vs Russell Hobbs 26520-56

What Gaia does better (5) and where 26520-56 wins (1) — every spec side by side.

Melchioni Gaia
Melchioni · 2022Gaia
8.9Score
5 advantages≈ US$130
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Russell Hobbs 26520-56
Russell Hobbs · 202226520-56
4.2Score
1 advantage≈ US$120
9.2Power & capacity3.6
6.8Versatility6.1
7.1Controls & convenience2.2

Why is Gaia better than 26520-56?

  1. Power1,800 W vs 1,600 W+12%
  2. BakingYes · 26520-56: No
  3. DisplayLCD vs None (dials / switches)
  4. Non-stick coatingYes · 26520-56: No
  5. Max. temperature200 °C vs 180 °C+11%

Why is 26520-56 better than Gaia?

  1. Keep warmNo · Gaia: Yes
Specifications

Side by side

Melchioni GaiaMelchioni Gaia≈ US$1308.9
Power & capacity
Power1,800 W1,600 W
Capacity (bowl / basket / pot)—5 l
Automatic programmes13—
Max. temperature200 °C180 °C
Min. temperature50 °C—
Cooking modes
FunctionsAir fry, BakeAir fry, Keep warm
SteamingNoNo
BakingYesNo
Grill functionNoNo
DehydratingNoNo
Keep warmNoYes
Baskets / cooking zones11
Viewing windowNoNo
Controls & smart
DisplayLCDNone (dials / switches)
TimerYes—
Max. timer60 min—
Design & build
Dishwasher-safe partsNoNo
Non-stick coatingYesNo
HousingPlasticPlastic
ColoursBlackBlack
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