Manual vs Auto Clean Chimneys - Which is better? | Ventair - The Ultimate Guide

Okay, so this is one of the most frequently asked around question regarding chimneys - Manual vs Auto Clean Chimneys? Don't ponder much! We've got the correct answer for you. 

Alright, so earlier manual clean chimneys were widely used by people because of their lower cost. But with advancement of technology, auto clean chimneys have almost replaced them. And that is quite obvious considering the fact that Auto Clean Chimneys are so much easier to handle and maintain than manual chimneys. 

Though both manual and auto clean chimneys are capable of removing smoke and polluted air from the kitchen, the maintenance of an auto clean chimney is very less. This is because, auto clean chimneys, on just the press of a button, will internally clean your chimney (using water/heat/steam) and outlet all the dirt and grease and oil into the oil collector.
Whereas, in the manual clean system the chimney has to be self-cleaned on a regular basis removing the dust and oil not only from the chimney surface but also from inside (the horror!). 

Truthfully speaking, we all lead very busy lives and to remember to call technicians/mechanics every 3-4 weeks to clean the chimney from inside (which also takes about 1 hour or so) is pretty much not possible for almost anyone now. I mean, how much you save by buying a Manual Chimney is compensated by calling the technicians so frequently in 1-2 years itself.

Not to mention, that the suction power in the manual chimneys greatly reduce with time due to oil clogging as it is not very easy to completely remove all dust and oil particles from the filters and internal part of motor. 

Because of these reasons, the maintenance, longevity and durability of auto clean chimneys is obviously much better than the manual chimneys. Manual chimneys though are cheaper in price but from overall prospective auto clean chimneys are always better in the long run with increased life span, thus  purchasing an auto clean chimney is worth your money.

However if you are someone who does not cook much, or maybe you cook oil free/ less oily foods, or if you don't need to use the chimney much, you could consider buying manual chimneys. 

Related: Baffle Filter vs Filterless Chimneys  - Which is better?

WAIT! DON'T GO YET!

You know Auto Clean Chimneys are better (obviously). But do you know which Auto Clean Chimney is better (meaning auto clean with water or heat or steam)? There is some serious consideration here. Don't worry though. I'll tell you all about it.

So, Water Auto Clean Chimneys as we call the 2nd Generation of Kitchen Chimneys, were introduced in India by Ventair in 2004. Here the autoclean process happened with water(clearly!). It took just 20 secs or so for this, because the kitchen would get drenched in water if it was continued longer. This was not so efficient because water could not easily to remove the oil and grease that was stuck inside the chimney!

Hence, Ventair, India's Best Brand for Kitchen Chimneys, launched India's First Dry Heat Auto Clean Chimneys, the 3rd Generation of Chimneys in 2012. This was a better solution because heat melts the oil and grease that's stuck inside and offered much much better cleaning. This process takes around 15 minutes or so. To buy at Ventair's 3rd Generation Chimneys at Ventair's Official Website, Click HERE ! Ventair has a wide variety with special features like Radio and Bluetooth too (See the images below)

So, in 2014, again Ventair introduced India's First Steam Auto Clean Chimneys (4th Generation Chimneys TADA!). Steam turns out to be the best combination for cleaning Chimneys because it combines the best of both heat and water! Like heat, it is able to melt the oil and grease and like water it is able to wash it down more efficiently into the oil collector. Like water, it is also a very fast cleaning process! As we say, NO STRESS, NO MESS, JUST 3 MINS TO AUTO FRESH! Even after all these years, Ventair is the only brand in India with Steam Auto Clean Chimneys! To buy at Ventair's Official Website, Click HERE!

  

Wait! Just wanted to add another thing here! Ventair has also introduced India's First Smart Auto Clean Chimneys in 2020! Which means, you don't even need to remember when to auto clean your chimney! Based on your cooking and duration, your smart Ventair Chimney will remind you on it's own when it needs cleaning! So that AWESOME! To buy at Ventair's Official Website, Click HERE!

Here are some of the BEST AUTOCLEAN CHIMNEYS for you to choose!

1. Ventair Bharat 5G Music - India's First & Only Musical Voice Enabled Kitchen Chimney

 

Ventair brings to you the extra-ordinary India's First Musical Voice Enabled Auto Clean Chimney with Bluetooth and Phone - Bharat 5G Music.

Chimney jo aapki sune, aur aapko sunaye!
You can control your chimney with just a few commands and your Ventair Chimney will respond and react accordingly. You can now listen to music and speak on the phone while cooking. Just say "Hello Ventair" to activate the voice mode and "phone on" and "music on" to talk to your close ones or listen to songs.

Proudly Made in India, with top quality construction and a design that will elevate your kitchen environment for years to come, Bharat 5G Music is one of the best elite and premium kitchen chimneys in India. It looks exceptional, works efficiently clearing all the smoke in your kitchen with its super powerful suction.

• Special Features: India's 1st & Only 5th Generation Musical Voice Enabled Technology with In-built Bluetooth for Music and Phone and India's 1st Smart Auto Clean Technology
• Material: SS Body with Tempered Glass
• Hood: Matt Black Curved Hood
• Size: 90 cm
• Technology: Thermal Auto Clean Technology
• Filter: 11° Baffle Filter 
• Maximum Suction: 1500 m3/hr
• Switch: 3 in 1 Control - Voice Enabled + Motion Sensor Technology + Feather Touch Control
• Lights: Energy Efficient 2x1.5W LED Lights
• Noise Level: Less than 62 dBA
• Oil Collector: Yes (Metallic)
• Dimensions: 900x450x470 mm
• Diameter of Air Outlet: 150mm

Warranty: 1 Year Comprehensive Warranty on Product and 5 Years Lifetime Warranty on Motor

 

2. Ventair Unicorn 5G - India's First & Only Voice Enabled Kitchen Chimney

 

 

Ventair brings to you the extra-ordinary India's First Intelligent Voice Enabled Autoclean Chimney - Unicorn 5G.

Now talk to your Chimney. Because, your Chimney talks to you!
You can control your chimney with just a few commands and your Ventair Chimney will respond and react accordingly. Just say Hello Ventair to activate the voice mode.

Proudly Made in India, this Ventair chimney boasts LUXURY! With top quality construction and a design that will elevate your kitchen environment for years to come, Unicorn 5G is one of the best elite and premium kitchen chimneys in India. It looks exceptional, works efficiently clearing all the smoke in your kitchen with its super powerful suction.

Technically Speaking, 

• Special Features: India's First and Only Talking Chimney with Smart Clean Technology
• Material: Matt Black Hood and Matt Black Body with Tempered Glass
• Size: 90 cm
• Technology: Thermal Auto Clean Technology
• Filter: Filterless Technology
• Maximum Suction: 1600 m3/hr
• Switch: Voice Enabled, Motion Sensor Technology and Feather Touch Control
• Lights: Energy Efficient 3W LED Lights
• Noise Level: Less than 62dBA 
• Oil Collector: Yes 
• Dimensions: 900x506x1004 mm
• Warranty: 1 Year Comprehensive Warranty on Product and 5 Years Lifetime Warranty on Motor

3. Ventair Rosegold - India's Slimmest T Shaped Chimney

Ventair brings to you the Extra-ordinary Greentech Collection Chimney - Rosegold. Proudly Made in India, this Ventair Chimney speaks LUXURY! In just one look, you will be in awe of this chimney - full black glass body and full black glass hood with rosegold aluminium exquisite panel  to enhance the royalty of your kitchen!

• Special Features: SLIMMEST T SHAPED CHIMNEY
• Material: Black Glass Hood and Glass Body with Rose Gold Front Panel
• Size: 90 cm
• Technology: Thermal Auto Clean Technology (auto clean in a single touch)
• Filter: Reversed Baffle Filter
• Maximum Suction: 1600 m3/hr (one of the most powerful suction chimney in India)
• Switch: Motion Sensor Technology and Feather Touch Control
• Lights: Energy Efficient 2x1.5W Special LED Lights
• Noise Level: Less than 65dBA
• Oil Collector: Yes (Stainless Steel)
• Motor: 100% Copper Winding 210W Motor
• Blower: Strong Metal Blower (Durable and maintaining low noise in the long run)
• Dimensions: 900x450x580 mm
• Warranty: 1 Year Comprehensive Warranty on Product and 5 Years Lifetime Warranty on Motor

 

 4. Ventair Canvas - India's Slimmest L Shaped Chimney

 

This Ventair Chimney, Canvas is so elite and royal that you can't hep but want it in your kitchen. It comes in a black glass body which increases the outlook and beauty of the chimney multiple times! This Slimmest L Shaped Chimney is the ultimate kitchen dream!

• Special Features: SLIMMEST L SHAPED CHIMNEY
• Material: Glass Hood and Glass Body
• Size: 90 cm
• Technology: Thermal Auto Clean Technology (auto clean in a single touch)
• Filter:  Filterless Technology
• Maximum Suction: 1600 m3/hr (one of the most powerful suction chimney in India)
• Switch: Motion Sensor Technology and Feather Touch Control
• Lights: Energy Efficient 2x1.5W Special LED Lights
• Noise Level: Less than 65dBA
• Oil Collector: Yes (Stainless Steel)
• Motor: 100% Copper Winding 210W Motor
• Blower: Strong Metal Blower (Durable and maintaining low noise in the long run)
• Dimensions: 900x450x580 mm
• Warranty: 1 Year Comprehensive Warranty on Product and 5 Years Lifetime Warranty on Motor.

5. Ventair Orchid - India's 1st & Only Steam Clean Chimney 

 

6. Ventair Versino 90 - India's 1st & Only Smart Clean Chimney 

7. Ventair Crysta Music 90 cm India’s 1^st & Only Musical Smart Clean Chimney

 

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