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Review of Esse Ironheart cooking range

Still learning but love my Esse

Veronica 14 years ago

We have been using our Ironheart for 3 weeks and love it. It throws out much more heat than we anticipated even with just a small fire right at the back of the box. Our cooking skills leave a lot to be desired at the moment. I revert to my hob for frying and roast potatoes need a good couple of hours. Mousaka on the menu today so hope that turns out well. Don't know about overnight, not something we do. As with other reviews I have found the air wash doesn't work at all and the door does get black all the time. The door handles are a bit close together which can be lethal for fingers.\n\nI've made a quick reference sheet for which controls need to be open for best effect, slow cooking, etc. Found the people at the factory wonderful, friendly people when I have phoned for help. \n\nYes I would certainly recommend it but not without some back up for cooking.

Overall rating:

3 flames

Build Quality 2 flames (avg 3.4)
Quality of finish 1 flames (avg 3.6)
Value for money 2 flames (avg 3.6)
Ease of use 4 flames (avg 3.8)
Ease of lighting 3 flames (avg 3.7)
Firebox size 1 flames (avg 4.3)
How well does the airwash work 5 flames (avg 3.5)
Controllability 4 flames (avg 3.6)
Handle operation 3 flames (avg 3.6)
How likely are you to buy it again? 2 flames (avg 3.5)
What is your overall satisfaction? 2 flames (avg 3.6)