Updated September 30, 2026 · SmartHomeCue Editorial Team
Chef iQ vs ERATEC
Chef iQ vs ERATEC: the differences
| Compare |  Chef iQ |  ERATEC |
|---|---|---|
| Reference models | iQ Cooker, iQ MiniOven, iQ Sense | ERATEC Heissluftfritteuse AF-60, ERATEC Kuechenmaschine KF-967, ERATEC Pizza-Steinofen PM-27, ERATEC Multigrill MG-2000 |
| Price from | $5 | €0.89 |
| Capacity (l) | 5.67Higher | 5.5 |
| Power (W) | 1,000 | 1,500 |
| Cooking programmes | 300Higher | 10 |
| Warranty | 1 year | 2 yearsHigher |
| Markets | US, CA, MX | DE, BE, BG, DK, EE, FI, FR, GR, IE, IT, HR, LV, LT, LU, MT, NL, AT, PL, PT, RO, SE, SK, SI, ES, CZ, HU |
| Dishwasher-safe parts | Not confirmed | Yes |
Same on both: Mobile app (Yes), Spare parts shop (Yes).
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Key differences
- Chef iQ scores higher overall: 9.5 vs 9.3.
- Capacity (l) is higher at Chef iQ: 5.67 vs 5.5.
- Cooking programmes is higher at Chef iQ: 300 vs 10.
- Warranty is higher at ERATEC: 2 years vs 1 year.
- ERATEC is available in 23 more countries.
- Products: only Chef iQ offers Multicooker.
- Products: only ERATEC offers Air fryer, Stand mixer.
- Markets: only Chef iQ offers US, CA, MX.
- Markets: only ERATEC offers DE, BE, BG.
Our verdict on each
Chef iQ
Chef iQ suits cooks who want guided multicooker programmes and a low entry price, and it is less convincing for anyone shopping for an air fryer range. Entry price of $5 sits at 3 of 87 brands, and programmes count of 300 ranks 1 of 60.
ERATEC
ERATEC suits buyers who want a straightforward air fryer and a stand mixer from the same maker, at the lowest entry point in this ranking. The €0.89 starting price is the draw, paired with 10 programs in a 5.5-litre basket and a 2 years warranty, though capacity sits mid-table among the brands measured.
Score breakdown
| Area | Chef iQ | ERATEC |
|---|---|---|
| Cost | 9.9Entry price of $5 ranks 3 of 87 brands priced from, the strongest cost showing in this group. | 10.0Higher€0.89 is the entry price, and €96.46 is the site median for a starting price across the brands measured. |
| Offer | 9.1Programmes count of 300 ranks 1 of 60, plus a mobile app and a spare parts shop. | 9.1Dishwasher safe parts, a mobile app and a spare parts shop come with 2 years of cover on a 5.5-litre basket. |
| Trust | Not confirmed | 8.4ERATEC-GERMANY GmbH has traded since 2003 and takes questions by email, phone and help centre. |
How the counts compare
| Fact | Chef iQ | ERATEC |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity (l) | 5.67 | 5.5 |
| Cooking programmes | 300 | 10 |
| Warranty | 1 year | 2 years |
Where they rank in our lists
| Ranking | Chef iQ | ERATEC |
|---|---|---|
| Air fryers and multicookers | 6 of 46 | 9 of 46 |
What we checked
Chef iQ
- chefiq.com: 13 facts, checked September 30, 2026
ERATEC
- eratec-germany.com: 15 facts, checked September 30, 2026
Every fact side by side
| Fact | Chef iQ | ERATEC |
|---|---|---|
| Products | Multicooker | Air fryer, Stand mixer |
| Legal entity | RJ BRANDS, LLC | ERATEC-GERMANY GmbH |
| Headquarters | United States | Germany |
| Founded | Not confirmed | 2003 |
| Support channels | Email, Phone, Help centre | Email, Phone, Help centre |
Where each stands against the rest
| Fact | Chef iQ | ERATEC | Median |
|---|---|---|---|
| Capacity (l) | 5.67below the median | 5.5below the median | 7.1 |
| Power (W) | 1,000lowest quarter | 1,500below the median | 1,700 |
| Cooking programmes | 300highest quarter | 10above the median | 9 |
| Warranty | 1 yearbelow the median | 2 yearsat the median | 2 years |
Median across 58 listed brands.
Pros and cons
Chef iQ
Pros
- Programmes count of 300 ranks 1 of 60 brands in this group.
- Entry price of $5 places the brand 3 of 87 brands ranked on price from.
- A mobile app is included, so recipe steps and settings sit in one place.
Cons
- Product types cover the multicooker alone, so an air fryer shopper has nothing to compare here.
- Capacity of 5.67-litre ranks 44 of 69 brands, which is a small bowl for batch cooking.
- Warranty cover runs 1 year, shorter than many appliances in this category.
ERATEC
Pros
- Lowest starting price of the brands measured: €0.89, ranking 1 of 87.
- air fryer and stand mixer puts an air fryer and a stand mixer under one maker, so the fryer and the mixer come from the same support desk.
- 10 programs, a 1,500 W heating element and dishwasher safe parts cover a normal weeknight with little handling.
Cons
- Capacity is the trade-off: 5.5-litre ranks 45 of 69 brands measured, which suits a household rather than a party.
- The range stops at air fryer and stand mixer, while GASTROBACK covers air fryer, multicooker and blender, so multicooker, blender and processor work sits elsewhere.
- Delivery is limited to DE, BE and BG, so buyers outside those markets need another source.
Who each suits
Chef iQ
Who it suits
- Cooks who want guided cooking steps in a mobile app rather than freehand timing.
- Households wanting a single multicooker for pressure cooking and slow cooking.
- Shoppers in the US, Canada and Mexico who want a low entry price for a multicooker.
Who should look elsewhere
- Air fryer first buyers, since GASTROBACK and Daewoo Electricals both list air fryers alongside other product types.
- Large batch cooks, because the capacity ranks near the back of the field.
- Shoppers outside US, CA and MX who need a broad local support network.
ERATEC
Who it suits
- Shoppers in Germany, BE and BG who want an air fryer and a stand mixer from the same maker.
- Households cooking in small batches, given a 5.5-litre basket and 10 programs.
- Buyers who want a spare parts shop and 2 years of cover rather than a long feature list.
Who should look elsewhere
- Cooks after a multicooker, blender or food processor: GASTROBACK lists air fryer, multicooker and blender, a wider set than ERATEC's air fryer and stand mixer.
- Shoppers buying only a multicooker: Chef iQ's range is multicooker, so its focus matches that single appliance better.
- Buyers who want blending and processing alongside air frying: Daewoo Electricals lists air fryer, blender and stand mixer.
Country by country
| Country | Chef iQ | ERATEC |
|---|---|---|
| Austria | No | Yes |
| Belgium | No | Yes |
| Bulgaria | No | Yes |
| Canada | Yes | No |
| Croatia | No | Yes |
| Czechia | No | Yes |
| Denmark | No | Yes |
| Estonia | No | Yes |
8 of 29 countries where either is available.
Questions about each
Chef iQ
How much does a Chef iQ multicooker cost to buy?+
Entry pricing starts at $5 across the range listed by the brand. That puts Chef iQ at 3 of 87 brands ranked on price from, one of the stronger positions in this group. The reference models are iQ Cooker, iQ MiniOven, iQ Sense, so the entry figure covers the range rather than a single appliance.
Is there an app for the Chef iQ cooker?+
Yes, a mobile app is part of the package for the iQ Cooker. Guided recipes, timings and settings are handled there rather than through a control panel alone, which is the main reason to pick this brand over a simpler multicooker. Buyers who prefer a physical dial will find the app adds a step rather than removes one.
ERATEC
What does ERATEC cost?+
Prices start at €0.89, the lowest starting price among the 87 brands measured in this ranking, against a site median of €96.46. An appliance like this is bought outright rather than on a plan, so there is nothing to renew, and the only later outlay is a spare part or a repair once the 2 years of cover runs out.
Is the basket big enough for a family?+
The basket holds 5.5 litres, which suits a household of a few rather than a full table. Capacity ranks 45 of 69 brands measured, so this is where the low entry price is spent. If you batch cook for many, a larger basket from a wider range is the better buy.