Comparisons
Below is a comparison of the leading two compartment 10 pan convection steamers on the market today. Comparisons include make, model, gas or electric power, amount of power in BTU’s or KW’s, number of steam generators/boilers, dimensions, whether it is Energy Star qualified and with a link to spec sheets and pricing.
Generator Based Commercial Steamer Comparison
Steamer Type: Steam Generator
Electric
| Make | Model | Pan Capacity | # Generator | Fuel Type | Power | Energy Star | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 24 CEA 10 | 10 | 2 | 32 KW | No | |||
 | HY-10SE-24 | 10 | 1 | 24 KW | No | |||
 | E10-32-CS | 10 | 2 | 32 KW | No | |||
| E10-36-CS | 10 | 2 | 36 KW | No | |||
| E10-32-ES | 10 | 2 | 32 KW |  | |||
| E10-36-ES | 10 | 2 | 36 KW | | |||
 | C24ET10 | 10 | 2 | 30 KW | No | |||
| C24ET10-LWE | 10 | 2 | 30 KW | | |||
| C24ET10-PS | 10 | 2 | 31 KW | No | |||
 | ETP-10 E | 10 | 1 | 20 KW | | |||
 | SX 55 EC | 10 | 2 | 30 KW | No |
Gas
| Make | Model | Pan Capacity | # Generator | Fuel Type | Power | Energy Star | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 24 CGA 10 | 10 | 1 | 125,000 BTU | No | |||
| 24 CGA 10.2 | 10 | 2 | 144,000 BTU | No | |||
| 24 CGA 10.2 ES | 10 | 2 | 100,000 BTU | | |||
| 24 CGP 10 | 10 | 2 | 240,000 BTU | No | |||
| HY-10GE-24 | 10 | 1 | 200,000 BTU | No | |||
| C24GA10 | 10 | 1 | 125,000 BTU | No | |||
| C24GA10-PS | 10 | 1 | 125,000 BTU | No | |||
| ETP-10 G | 10 | 1 | 84,000 BTU | | |||
| GSX 10 HE | 10 | 1 | 188,000 BTU | No |
Generator Based Commercial Steamer Comparison
Steamer Type: Steam Generator
Electric
| Make | Model | Pan Capacity | # Generator | Fuel Type | Power | Energy Star | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| E6-32-CS | 6 | 2 | 32 KW | No | |||
| E6-36-CS | 6 | 2 | 36 KW | No | |||
| E6-32-ES | 6 | 2 | 32 KW | | |||
| E6-36-ES | 6 | 2 | 36 KW | | |||
| 24 CEM24 | 6 | 1 | 32 KW | No | |||
| HY-6SE-24 | 6 | 1 | 24 KW | No | |||
| C24ET6-LWE | 6 | 1 | 17 KW | | |||
| ECX-2-24 (6) | 6 | 1 | 24 KW | No |
Gas
| Make | Model | Pan Capacity | # Generator | Fuel Type | Power | Energy Star | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 24 CGA 6.25 | 6 | 1 | 100,000 BTU | No | |||
| 24 CGM 200 | 6 | 2 | 220,000 BTU | No | |||
| HY-6SG-24 | 6 | 1 | 200,000 BTU | No | |||
| HY-6G | 6 | 1 | 90,000 BTU | No | |||
| C24GA6 | 6 | 1 | 125,000 BTU | No | |||
| C24GA6PS | 6 | 1 | 125,000 BTU | No | |||
| GCX-2-24 (6) | 6 | 1 | 200,000 BTU | No |
Definitions
Heat + Transfer
The transfer of energy from one body to another as a result of a difference in temperature. Measured in BTU's.
Efficiency
The percentage of heat that goes into the food. For example if a steamer uses 20,000 Btu's and transfers 10,000 Btu's to the food it is 50% efficient.
Rebates
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Generators
This is where the steam is generated in a steamer. Some two compartment steamers have one steam generator others have two independent generators, one for each compartment. Two is usually preferred. If one generator stops working you can still use the other compartment to steam with until it is fixed.
Energy Star
Energy Star steamers are eligible for rebates of as much as $2000 per compartment in many areas. To see if your area qualifies go to https://www.energystar.gov/productfinder/product/certified-commercial-steam-cookers/results
Capacity
For direct comparison sake this site uses 2.5" deep full size steam table pans. This site is a comparison of two compartment steamers. For example a 10 pan steamer can hold a quantity of ten 2.5" deep full size steam table pans. Usually five pans per compartment. A six pan steamer holds six 2.5" deep full size pans. Usually three pans per compartment.
Combis
In the foodservice industry a combi refers to a combination steamer and convection oven.
Recovery
The time that it takes for a steamer reach 212 degrees in the cooking chamber after the door has been opened. The time it takes to begin steam cooking again.
Power
The available potential to transfer heat in a steamer. Electric steamers are measured in kilowatts, abbreviated kw. Gas steamers are measured in British Thermal Units or Btu's.
Connectionless
In steamers connectionless refers to a steamer that does not have a separate steam generator. The steam is produced in the bottom of the cooking chamber. They use less water and do not require a water connection or plumbing. Many connectionless/boilerless steamers offer automatic water filling as an option but may still be included in the connectionless steamer category. Sometimes referred to as boilerless steamers.