Taking the $995 Brava Countertop Smart Oven For a Spin - The Kitchen Gadget Test Show

[@sparksoffyou]

$1000 for boiled pork or $45 for a cast iron pan.

[@kingkang6877]

Cast irons are timeless pieces

[@CajunSmack]

No electronics to break. You don't even have to worry abut a warranty with cast iron because you'll never use it. Not to mention that once seasoned, a pan gets better with age.

[@CajunSmack]

Not to mention that there is big money in two areas I see every year. Kitchen gadgets and exercise equipment. And people will always fall for them.

[@Nanorisk]

Or an air fryer. And yes, I have to piss on your bonfire.

[@davisfontanes]

This appliance isn’t for you then.

[@Meganwhiz]

Thank you so so much for the honest review! You saved my $950 😭😍

[@hpfanstiel]

She don't know how to use it I love my brava

[@richsun247]

None of these gadgets will ever replace natural fire, a searing pan, or cast iron.

[@kirdot2011]

AND I`m pretty sure infra red light aint good for you either

[@forest3064]

@@kirdot2011 Actually infrared is completely safe, it is non-ionizing radiation, just like visible light, it has no effect on humans.

[@jamespostle6894]

@@kirdot2011 uv and gamma are bad for you but infrared is fine

[@Meggs23]

Not for $1000. It better jump up and do my taxes for that kind of money.

[@krisalis709]

@@kirdot2011 It doesn't use infrared light anyways. It's a halogen oven which is actually a really old technology (easy bake ovens). It didn't catch on because while halogen bulbs can produce a lot of heat they burn out pretty quickly. Chances are you will need to replace the bulbs after 2 or 3 years of use.

[@jericochavez209]

My GE microwave from 2005 finally crapped out. At first kzbin.infoUgkxO_Bc204MGjxDl87cOKcdgaRhzSqGmv_g I was unsure because I was looking for something with the exact same features. Found it with this one. Interior space cavity was large, but the outside was smaller than my old one. I love the one-button push for 1-6 minutes, and the 30 second add or 30 second start. and MOST IMPORTANTLY, I love how you can adjust the power level during cooking. The reviews said it could not be done, but this marked all the other boxes. and happy to say, it does. I can hit 1 minute start, and change the power level from 10 to 5, 30 seconds in, without interruption. my favorite feature!

[@Jun-wz5xi]

What's up with color grading? So dark!

[@gamingraccoon7288]

It's probably a DC film

[@azngo7]

looks like they forgot to grade it, everything is so muddy

[@Charlielx]

Eater extremely often has poor A/V editing in their videos. Just be glad it's not mic echo again lol

[@notanotherlou]

The cinematographer is the one who made GoT season 8 ep 3.

[@hassanladha9337]

Dark asf

[@theshouldersurfer]

it's look like a printer

[@ronnybryant45]

it prints food - LOL

[@alim3611]

Ha ha ha true

[@PD-we8vf]

It is the Juicero scam all over again.

[@purplesaxboy6290]

LOL !!! 😆👍🏿

[@Clankillas]

ShoulderSurfer And it cooks like a printer. Do not buy.

[@Giatros89]

This product serves a really important purpose and that is for @Eater to buy and review it and get views and make money from ads and for the rest of us to realize that we don't need to spend 1k to eat delicious food. A nice pan will do. Thank you Brava and Eater for making the world a bit better today :)

[@Kee-kay]

Ester: Ok let's season the pork *USES ONLY S A L T*

[@fisharefriends598]

That pork looks so pale, just buy a George foreman and spend the other 950 dollars on steak and pork chops

[@gabbyeebzie4103]

Fish Are Friends honestly sounds like such a good idea

[@realjettlag]

So...you still have to brown your chops first, just like any other baking method.

[@katec5105]

👍🏻

[@anthonyl2823]

Great review! Love seeing honest reviews and that pork chop was a huge fail for the oven.

[@franzb69]

Proper technique is to sear it on the pan, then stick it in an oven. No amount of shortcuts can do the same effect you can get from actually doing it right.

[@HOME-BEAUTY-999]

Now enjoy alexa smart oven.alexa smart oven very good more than countertop smart oven.Its an 4-in 1 microwave that add convection cooking ,an air fryer,alexa wil let you know when to stir the food or when its finished. more details: amzn.to/2npKX8M

[@Motown1966]

salim khan No Thx! Gotta buy an additional echo dot for it to work. Now if the echo was built into the unit, maybe. I've already have an echo show in my kitchen and having another one just doesn't make sense to me.

[@Pamlg]

for 1K - no thank you, I'll stick to my toaster oven and a pan lol

[@Nicksloan91]

The paradox of these high-end kitchen gadgets are that the people who would be able to afford and would actually use a $1000 toaster oven can probably afford to eat out on a regular basis.

[@jewsaregenocidalhores]

EXACTLY.

[@jewsaregenocidalhores]

They say “if it ain’t broke, don’t fix it” for a reason.

[@MissySimpleM]

@@wirtsleg340 I don't agree with your analysis, because that's 10 bucks EXTRA per meal, not 10 buck for an entire meal. So It's money on top of ingredients. Which, depending on what you're making, will end up being more than 10 bucks. So your restaurant budget just got upped. Also, it makes no sense to pay so much money for a gadget that can be replaced with a much cheaper but superior product. So yes, only affluent people would buy such a gadget.

[@HOME-BEAUTY-999]

Now enjoy alexa smart oven.alexa smart oven very good more than countertop smart oven.Its an 4-in 1 microwave that add convection cooking ,an air fryer,alexa wil let you know when to stir the food or when its finished. more details: amzn.to/2npKX8M

[@michaeltrew8139]

These same people in the comments that say its too expensive are the same people who spend $200/mo on cell phone plans and buy $1100 iPhones.

[@menteserena6923]

Bad manipulation of the temperature device into the meat, that’s why I see very important the thermal sensor build in the camera is inside, yep

[@nonethek9608]

I can't even imagine what Auntie Esther's expectations are like. She has South Korean roots and she's amazing on her own.

[@Potassiumkloride]

I see this as being something meant for the people who can't get good results from a standard oven, as a replacement that won't give stupendous results, but will produce better food than the person would otherwise be able to create. Food coming out 'alright' might not seem great, but when it's compared to food that would normally be under or overcooked, it starts to look more appealing. I'd imagine it would also be an option for small living spaces that don't have the room for a traditional oven. Between this and a hot plate, you have most of the functionality in a much smaller footprint (at a fraction of the cost as well), which can even be stored away when not in use. I don't think this product will appeal to most people, but I can see where the market for it would exist and why it could be appealing to the right crowd.

[@recoil53]

First $1k buys a lot of take out or delivery. On the second, a regular toaster oven costs less. If you're place has no oven and you're cooking on a hot plate, what's the chances you have $1k to spare?

[@jamesricks9863]

I own one and really enjoy it. It does a great job. You have to use it to your own style. I flip steaks once to achieve a good sear if you really need it. I cooked a perfect strip with asparagus in 8 minutes with no complaint

[@The_Eminence]

you never tried a real steak it seems.....how can you say you make edible steaks in that device? 1000 dollars for what....the price of stupidity is quite high

[@PoeLemic]

OKay, maybe she just doesn't know how to use it well. How she cooked it, is like cave-man cooking.

[@1372sej]

I'm not saying she's right or wrong.But if this innovative machine saves me lots of money and time I'm going to BUY it.I have seen lots of other video for this machine and I just love it and I have placed order.Just for your kind info I have this magic kitchen gadget called ROTIMATIC it makes so many different kind of Bread,Tortila,Roti,Pizza Dough and more.Im going to pair this machine with my ROTIMATIC.

[@NonREV_Joal10001]

Thank you so much for this review!!!!!!! I literally saw this on TV advertised and was just about to go buy it. Then a lightbulb in my head went off to search for youtube videos of people putting it to the test, came across your video and.... So glad I came across it! Just saved myself wasting money on that garbage! Like the other review below me says "$1000 for broiled pork" and that steak also looks pretty depressing! I am a big grilling person, as I like to try and keep my eating healthy, however I love my meats to be seared and have a nice crispy outside layer while juicy in the middle. If I had gotten this I would have been pissed to hell, as the commercial pictures looks nothing like the actual delivered product! This is why it's important to do your research before buying any products. I'll stick to searing my steaks (both sides) on my $(49) cast iron pan then popping it into my oven on broil for 10 mins for ($3/gas) and be happy with my results for a fraction of the price!

[@JayeBautista1]

The chops and cauliflower look so sad.

[@ConstantChaos1]

I would have hit it in the pan after

[@Tackleqb]

Constant Chaos those pork chops would have been well done and hard as a rock tho

[@DavidBott]

Of major concern is that the higher priced kit comes with "3 months of Brava+ membership ($29.97 value)" (So $120 a year) In looking up what that it, it talks about being able to save settings and use the APP and also get software updates. So am I to understand that unless I am part of the Brava+ membership I can not use the APP to save things, check on the status, get updates etc? That would be one very poor thing that you need to pay for a monthly service to use such an oven. Can't even get software updates with out a paid service? Unheard of to say the least with a product that runs on software! After all, as you say, it's a computer. Please tell me I am incorrect in the above as it makes zero sense to have to pay to use the product itself in a way that clearly is not really talked about unless you find it in an FAQ and understand it. Even more so when you consider the price point.

[@ChairmanMo]

This is why this thing is a rip off.

[@iwateexpress]

After having a brava for a while now, I can't imagine cooking without it. A quick glance at what the brava user community creates on Instagram shows the magic this product is really capable of. -and all the fun users are having turning old favorites into fast brava meals.

[@MrVansVideos]

She broke like 4 rules in the instructions and went on to demand perfect results :D I have one of these too... it's amazing. It's sad she is getting folks to not give it a chance.

[@yaken1]

Haha. Bet that company hates you. I was actually interested in getting one, not now!!

[@nolafernandez511]

Thank you for an honest and unbiased review.

[@colinavrech7822]

Will you be testing the June Oven as well?

[@tallyramsay2222]

I miss Clifford. Please bring him back! 😃

[@wannahockachewie897]

I hate Clifford. Keep him away! BTW, who's Clifford?

[@tallyramsay2222]

wanna hockachewie LOL! watch the old test kitchen gadgets. He started it.

[@bioroid09]

The big red dog? He's been gone for awhile now

[@jarexish]

even with the normal way of cooking a steak we all know that getting that perfect sear on both sides means flipping it

[@amydortch8803]

Great review. You covered all my concerns about this oven. Nice idea but ...

[@bjl4782]

Remember all those late night infomercials at 2am that got you to buy all sorts of crap you ended up throwing in the back of your cabinet and went back to using your spatula, giant spoon, sharp knife and favorite skillet? well....

[@Shawn_lsx]

I dont understand expecting a sear from an oven, its not a frying pan or grill?

[@jsplay7415]

This company just merged with a bigger conglomerate. You saved me 1K. Thank you. Because all the reviews on Bravas website seem Fake.A.F. Totally not worth it Yay lol

[@mwrkhan]

I question the fundamental necessity of these expensive gadgets, plus they require further "education" and "understanding" before you can use them (see Brava's chef's response above). Can someone tell me how a sear can be obtained on animal proteins by heating the surrounding air alone, without contact with a hot surface or flame?

[@joshuamartinez970]

Did you really ask how heat works??? Doesn’t matter if it’s a hot surface or a flame. It can be done but not with user error

[@aaronkim1074]

I really appreciate your honesty. It is obvious you are unbiased, which is why I trust your reviews =) Keep it up!

[@1993alexlewis]

Does anyone know what chopping board that is ?

[@KOking3030]

You could have re-seared the pork chops for more sear. There's an option for that.

[@lukelemaster1705]

There is a sear function

[@supasye]

Oh good. Honest. Love it.

[@rickschoephoerster1149]

Thank you, I saw this oven today and was tempted until I saw your review. I agree with what I saw on your demo.

[@ALDOELTA]

This is better for me in my tiny house. That’s all I need.

[@LAsHoGuY]

I trust her, She looks like she gives real honest reactions. Subscribed

[@5150mex]

Thanks for the video, I was thinking about buying it, but looks like it takes a lot of room on the counter and I was a little disappointed on the outcome of the cooking.

[@REDTEAMLAW]

I’m glad I watched this. I was stoked about the oven. Not so much now!

[@jocelynwoolsey5934]

the Brava is AMAZING -- this person just didn't follow the directions

[@michaeltrew8139]

It makes sense for a small family with little to no extra time to make dinner... if you're eating out 5x a week that's $100/wk... spending $50/wk in grociers to make 5 dinners is savings of $2500 over a year so in one year you could potentially save $1500.

[@QuickQuips]

And I thought a Breville Air was already a splurge. It and my thermoworks chef alarm would be my combo of choice.

[@edged1001]

How hard is it to clean?

[@__-pl3jg]

Thanks for the honest review. Looks like I wont be giving up my sous vide circulator and torch anytime soon.

[@sixthangel9716]

Thanks for being honest. It's refreshing.

[@sweetkellymay]

Cast iron pan, been around forever, almost everyone has one...

[@ConstantChaos1]

I'm gunna disagree with you on the 2nd bit, cast iron is EXPENSIVE AS HELL Even lower middle class families dont have that kind of money usually

[@joshuapark6082]

@@ConstantChaos1 Don't got $20 for a Lodge pan? We probably have different definitions of lower middle class.

[@ConstantChaos1]

@@joshuapark6082 well, let's break it down shall we? Cast iron •A lodge pan will run you like 25-40 bucks (depending on location and store) •cast iron must be hand washed •you can not use soap on a cast iron •you need to season the vessel regularly (optimally after every use/hard use) -this requires large amounts of time -it is also a continuous cost of maintenance • cast iron by its nature takes longer to geat up than say an aluminium pan And finally • cast iron does not have a temperature resistant handle Now, a similarly sized standard pan • will run you 4 to 15 dollars • dishwasher safe • can be cleaned with soap • does not require seasoning/ excessive maintenance • heats very quickly • likely to have a minimum of a silicone or plastic heat resistant handle The cost of purchase is significantly larger even before upkeep costs begin to pile up Cast iron is a luxury that not all can afford even just from a financial standpoint, not even taking other resources needed into account But hey, what would I know, it's not like I come from a long line of metal workers and have been cooking since before I can remember or anything.......... oh wait

[@suecoelho467]

She’s AWESOME!

[@ThackerLance]

does anybody know where to get that cutting board

[@pierreparis1753]

Thank you for your honest review. you made up my mind to spend 100’s less and buy an Avona Oven Sous Vide

[@SonOfYvonne]

Thank you!!!! I was worried about the caramelization.

[@jokkon13]

Perhaps flipping he steak would of helped getting a sear on both sides.

[@SoopaFlyism]

Years ago you had these fancy halogen or light ovens. Could bake a pizza in 30 secs or so. What happened to them. And I don't mean those glass things from Tellsell.

[@carmenleong6293]

You guys should review the KitchenAid Bake assist oven

[@tenga3tango]

Better use $300 to buy a Sharp Healsio supersteam oven . All in one. Bake, Broil, steam, stew, prove .

[@justinabril9111]

It should of gave you an option to sear whichever zone when you opened the oven.

[@rengalafuze8700]

It doesn't look good for this oven. What I am looking for is one of those ovens that Dunkin Donuts has that toasts in 30 seconds. What are those called? I would like a small version of that. Please help.

[@sekhonra2585]

Great Video!

[@shakesnbake]

Thank goodness for the B cam - Esther was out of focus on the A-cam!!!

[@kosh2001]

Thanks for the honest review..

[@hbaloch8711]

Where do u keep all these things

[@tracy8591]

I might have missed this but does it have an element or is it a big microwave?

[@normrubio]

Those TWO fistfuls of salt on the cauliflower.

[@flipchikki1]

Can you review the June oven?

[@tarlach1280x960]

Can get a nice toaster oven for like a hundred twenty bucks...

[@hamadlari6029]

I appreciate the transparent review!

[@CrashBashL]

So a better alternative?! I already have a cast iron. :))

[@chuchuchuchia]

Esther "it's cooked nicely" Choi

[@ArtVanAuggie]

Good review.

[@gioarcega237]

Complains that the porkchop isnt seared enough. Few minutes later: So, there's a sear function...

[@MissySimpleM]

But she was following Brava's recipe for pork chops and cauliflower. It's not her fault. She followed their directions. It should have worked. Brava messed up.

[@aesoprockslig]

Lol selected “ pink” then scoffs when it’s pink. Hahah

[@karloblaquera7098]

😂

[@dennypowell3902]

You clearly didn't follow any of the actual directions on the use of the product since two of the meals you incorrectly loaded the tray nor did you even attempt to look at the pork chops and veggies and add the extra time based on what you wanted. You would have had no problem getting what you were after!

[@MrVansVideos]

I thought the same thing... fails to read and then demands perfection, lol. Mine is great!

[@margo6663]

Nice review

[@marl9543]

So in the end it's not really faster than using 2 pans?

[@jasadamk2210]

Can you test the joule souvide tool?

[@jcnash02]

Jasmiadam K I have one. It’s great.

[@ELGlueckert]

And to think I bought my Frigidaire oven for less than $500 and it does the same damn thing.

[@EdwardThimbleHands]

The color of the video is poor and the audio is too low. Who edited this video? 8:06, Is that a bad or good thing for her? I like cookies that are crispy on the outside and soft in the middle, but she seems to think that's wrong? Expand on the comment, instead of being vague, please?

[@sdfawe-qo8eq]

I ALMOST clicked the purchase button for this oven. Thank goodness I didn’t and watched this video.

[@dwhite6030]

Would love to see you test the June smart oven as well.

[@HOME-BEAUTY-999]

Now enjoy alexa smart oven.alexa smart oven very good more than countertop smart oven.Its an 4-in 1 microwave that add convection cooking ,an air fryer,alexa wil let you know when to stir the food or when its finished. more details: amzn.to/2npKX8M

[@bucstart]

You can't judge a product by 8.5 minutes of cooking with it. I don't own a Brava, so I am not defending it, it's the reviewer that needs some work.

[@alron20]

video too dark.

[@rush48192]

i know this is an old video but y did she not shear the chops before cooking them ?

[@KeithTisdale88]

Thank you so much….. I’m saving my money

[@EJubett]

I'm waiting for the Star Trek food replicator.

[@Cass2kX1]

The one on DC Legends is legit too.

[@iamsam8446]

How can you get a good sear on anything without contact with a high heat surface? You can't, at least effectively, sear without contact.

[@nilkaabreu424]

Those use any apps?

[@trevorpinnocky]

It's a $150 product, at most ... If you want your kitchen to look boutique, just spring for the $1500 Thermonix. At least that looks cool and actually works...

[@ianbell4816]

There's no way in the world that oven (or any other small oven) will brown without a dedicated browning step. There will be too much accumulated moisture. Can the settings be customized to include a dedicated browning step?

[@lewistrio2]

great honest review 5 stars!!!

[@stevenkennedy]

Esther Choi is the bomb!

[@shyne_floetic82501]

Roast, whole chicken, roasted vegetables? Can you try those?

[@shrey220]

When are you guys planning to fix the audio in your videos? We can hardly hear the host + some random music pops up and today the video quality is bad too.

[@lennonpearson]

Saved me 1500 cad. Thanks!!

[@jimbrannan6757]

Just like on TV you will $200 sheetz, you can find a broiler oven for $1000 somewhere.

[@Fluterra]

wow, that thing is HUGE! I already have a full size oven, as 100% of people who have a kitchen do. It’s simply too large.

[@AnasKhan-vr9sv]

CAN YOU GUYS PLEASEEE TEST COTTON CANDY MACHINES!!!

[@Nathan-wn5mc]

Thank you, you just saved me from a $1000 mistake. I already was at the checkout with this product. I'm glad I watched your hands on review.

[@The-en1bx]

Buying one if these is not a mistake. You should try going to the Stanford Brava store and seeing it for yourself.

[@shelbynealy5222]

It's a damn $1000 easy bake oven. Wait those 10 min for your oven, it's worth it and won't cost a grand.

[@haozhang7883]

Did you rest the steak?

[@robinrubendunst869]

Nope. No reason to get it based on this review. However, I knew a guy who made a fantastic steak in a regular oven. It was perfection.