Which is better, a noodle cooker or a noodle bucket? What is the difference?

Commercial noodle cookers and commercial noodle barrels are two very common kitchen equipment in commercial kitchens. Many friends do not know that these two are both noodle cooking equipment. What is the difference between them, and do not know which one is better. So today, let SHINELONG editor give you a brief introduction to let everyone know whether to choose a noodle cooker or a noodle barrel if you open a store. Types and characteristics of noodle cookers Noodle cookers are divided into gas noodle cookers and electric noodle cookers, and they are divided into desktop and vertical types. Common styles include four-head noodle cookers and six-head noodle cookers, which are suitable for places with large passenger flow such as hotels, shopping malls, and supermarkets. Gas noodle cookers have fast heating speed and high noodle cooking efficiency. They are suitable for use in areas with relatively low gas prices or unstable power supply. Electric noodle cookers are easy to operate, precise temperature control, and high safety. They are suitable for occasions where precise control of cooking temperature and time is required. Independent cylinders can be configured according to needs to prevent different soup bases from tasting each other, and one machine can cook different soup bases at the same time. It is rich in functions, and specific functions such as surfing and rolling can be added according to the special needs of different noodles. It can be automated. Since the noodle cooker has a large volume, it can be equipped with an automatic noodle cooking function, so there is no need for too much manual management during cooking. Advantages: Fast heating speed and high noodle cooking efficiency. Precise temperature control to meet different cooking needs. Gas noodle cookers are cheaper in certain areas, while electric noodle cookers are safer. Available in various sizes, noodle cookers of different sizes from 3 to 9 heads can be provided according to the size of the kitchen, and there are even small desktop noodle cookers. It can be equipped with a high-pressure water gun for easy equipment cleaning. It comes with a variety of energy-saving functions and safety protections. Disadvantages: Gas noodle cookers require regular inspection and maintenance of gas pipelines, which poses a safety hazard. Electric noodle cookers require a stable high-power circuit, and the long-term use cost may be high. The automatic lifting rod and heating tube are consumable parts, which need to be replaced regularly, and the replacement is relatively simple. The price is higher than that of noodle barrels. Types and features of noodle barrels: Noodle barrels usually have a large capacity design and can cook a large amount of ingredients at one time. Various materials, including stainless steel, aluminum alloy, etc., are corrosion-resistant and high-temperature resistant. Some noodle barrels are also multifunctional, such as being able to steam and cook a variety of foods and being equipped with steamers. Advantages Large-capacity design to meet the cooking needs of a large number of ingredients. Excellent material, corrosion-resistant, high-temperature resistant, and long service life. The versatility allows the noodle barrel to adapt to different cooking needs. The price is cheaper than the noodle cooker. There are multiple volume models to choose from. Disadvantages Compared with the noodle cooker, the noodle barrel may heat up slowly. The temperature control may not be as accurate as the noodle cooker, which affects the cooking effect. Once worn out, it is not easy to repair and generally needs to be replaced as a whole. Lack of automation, manual intervention is required during heating to avoid boiling the noodles. Generally, a noodle barrel can only cook one soup base. Although there are multiple volumes to choose from, the volume is generally larger than that of the noodle cooker. Not as functional as the noodle cooker. Main differences Design and structure: Noodle cooker: Usually designed as a stove or barrel, equipped with an intelligent temperature control system that can automatically adjust the temperature. It has various styles, such as the large pot stove style, which usually comes with a cooking table to facilitate the direct entry of ramen into the pot; the barrel-style cooking pot is easy to customize the stainless steel partition, so that one pot can produce multiple products. Noodle barrel: It focuses more on large capacity and portability. The barrel body design is convenient for adding hot water or hot soup for soaking. Heating method: Noodle cooker: It is divided into gas heating and electric heating. The gas noodle cooker has a fast heating speed and is suitable for places with large passenger flow; the electric noodle cooker is easy to operate and has precise temperature control. Noodle barrel: Generally, electric heating is the main method. Some products also support gas heating, but relatively few. Function and use: Noodle cooker: The main function is to cook noodles and boil soup. It is especially suitable for places such as noodle shops and dumpling shops that need to cook noodles quickly. Noodle barrel: In addition to cooking noodles, it is also often used to make convenient fast food, such as instant noodles, instant noodles, etc., to meet the fast needs of fast-paced life. Respective advantages of noodle cooker: High efficiency and energy saving: Gas noodle cooker has a fast heating speed, while electric noodle cooker has a high heat conversion efficiency. Both can effectively save energy. Accurate temperature control: Electric noodle cooker usually has a high temperature control accuracy, which can ensure the consistent taste of cooked noodles. Versatility: Some noodle cookers also support multiple functions such as boiling soup, steaming, tumbling, automatic lifting, etc. to meet diverse cooking needs. Noodle Cooking Bucket: Large capacity: It is convenient to cook a large amount of ingredients at one time, suitable for places that require large supplies such as group dining or fast food restaurants. Convenience: Simple and convenient operation, just add hot water or hot soup to quickly cook the ingredients. Cheap price: Suitable for various small restaurants, with low procurement costs. Selection suggestions Choose according to the usage scenario: If it needs to be used in places with high passenger flow, or if fast heating and large-scale cooking are required, the noodle cooker may be more suitable. If the cooking needs are relatively simple, or if a large capacity is required but heating speed is not the primary consideration, the noodle cooker is a good choice. Choose according to energy cost: In areas where gas prices are relatively low or electricity supply is unstable, gas noodle cookers may be more cost-effective. In areas where electricity supply is stable and electricity prices are relatively reasonable, electric noodle cookers and noodle cookers have more advantages. Choose according to safety: Generally, noodle cookers are equipped with more safety protection systems, while noodle cookers are generally only equipped with safety protection systems in relatively high-end models due to cost issues. The above is the specific difference between commercial noodle cookers and commercial noodle barrels. As for which one is better, it depends on your actual situation and the operating costs of the store. It is generally recommended that if your store is of a higher grade and has higher requirements for cooking or the store uses an open kitchen and needs to pay attention to the kitchen image, you should give priority to using a commercial noodle cooker. If it is your first business, the store is small, you need to pay attention to operating costs, and the amount of noodles you cook is relatively large, you can choose a commercial noodle barrel. Well, today's sharing of commercial kitchen equipment ends here. If it is helpful to everyone, you can give SHINELONG a like and follow. Of course, if you need a commercial noodle cooker, you can send a private message or go to the official website to get special discounts.