17 best models of household incubators for the household

Farming and private farming, in particular poultry farming, are becoming very popular among people - they allow you to earn money and provide your own table with quality products. In this case, a household incubator will be a necessary device, making it possible to significantly increase the number of poultry without extra costs.

Incubator selection criteria

When purchasing a device, you are guided by several factors:

• incubator performance;
• method of turning eggs;
• body material;
• availability of autonomous power supply;
• device manufacturer.

Each of the points requires detailed consideration. This will allow you to choose the right device that will last for more than one year. The internal structure of the incubator and the availability of warranty service for devices in Russia are very important. Models must be stable and easy to transport.

Performance

Household incubators can hold from 7 to 250 eggs. If the first one helps to satisfy one’s own curiosity and clearly see and show the child how the chicks hatch, then the second one fully meets the needs of the farm.

In addition to household ones, farm models are produced, into which up to 640 chicken eggs can be loaded at a time, and industrial incubators used in poultry farms - these units have a productivity of several thousand chicks.

Manufacturer country

The manufacturer of the incubators is important to the buyer. Russian manufacturers produce reliable and cheap devices. European companies make high-quality devices, the disadvantage of which is their high price.

By choosing a Chinese product, you can get a convenient and durable unit, or a device of dubious quality, with quickly failing, dangerous elements.

Warranty service

Here Russian devices are beyond competition. There are special service centers that you can contact in case of breakdown. They often service equipment from foreign companies.

European manufacturers value their reputation; In the event of a malfunction, send a claim to the manufacturer's website - the issue will be resolved in favor of the consumer if the manufacturer discovers a defect.

Chinese models can be of quite decent quality, work well and can be easily repaired, or they can be the result of the “creative thought” of an unknown team - in this case, you can’t count on warranty repairs.

Internal structure of the incubator

Simple models contain heating elements and a thermostat. In addition, a water container is provided to provide the necessary moisture to the brood.

Expensive devices are equipped with a device with pin regulation, a reliable system that allows you to gradually heat the masonry, and then maintain stable heating. Heating elements last a long time and rarely burn out. They are equipped with ventilation and egg turning systems, timers that give sound signals at the stages of clutch development.

The hatching of chicks and the state of the clutch are controlled automatically; in the absence of power, an autonomous source is turned on. For a small household, a simple model is sufficient, but if funds allow, you can choose expensive automatic devices.

The devices are available with automatic, mechanical and manual egg turning.

1. Automatic turning is much more convenient - there is no need to open the incubator, changing the temperature and humidity, but such models are more expensive.
2. Mechanical - when the eggs are turned over at the same time, when a special lever is pressed.
3. Manual - in this case it is necessary to open the incubator and manually turn the eggs.This is not very convenient, it affects temperature and humidity, which are very important for hatching chicks, but if you don’t need too much of them, this purchase is optimal in terms of quality and price.

The incubator body must be sealed, the parts must fit together, it must be easy to clean, because after each hatch of chicks the apparatus is thoroughly washed to protect the clutches from infection. Housings are made from foam, plastic, and steel.

The presence of autonomous power supply is important when choosing an incubator - without it, the masonry will die if there is a sudden power outage.

Rating of the best

It includes our models due to the price-quality ratio. These are Laying Hen, Cinderella and Poseda. Of the imported ones, one cannot ignore R-com and Korean devices of various modifications. The models are automatic, working on the “set it and forget it” principle. Chinese Sititec devices are popular today due to their reliability and good payback.

Below is a list of the best models of incubators for household and farm use.

Inexpensive domestic brands

They are characterized by low cost, ease of operation, quick payback; incubators are easy to repair yourself.

laying hen

Automatic incubator with backup power supply, automatic egg turning. In the latest models, information about temperature and humidity is displayed on an LED display. The devices are produced in Novosibirsk. The manufacturer's warranty workshops are open in large cities.

Important: the numbers after the name indicate the number of chicken eggs that can be placed in the incubator.

In addition to chicken eggs, the devices are suitable for goose, duck and quail eggs.The technical data sheet of the product contains additional information about how many and what kind of eggs the purchased model can hold.

Poseda Blitz-48

Automatic incubator with a durable body and stainless steel interior. There is autonomous power supply and automatic turning. Information about the temperature and humidity inside is displayed. In case of deviations in the operation of the device, a sound signal is activated.

Cinderella

Simple incubators with a wide range of models. The body is made of foam plastic; manual and automatic egg turning is possible. Some models run on a 12 volt battery. They are cheap, quickly pay for themselves and are easily repaired in case of breakdowns.

The perfect hen

Product with a foam body, mechanical or automatic egg rotation. The body has a special viewing window that allows you to observe the masonry. Models with automatic egg turning are self-powered.

Foreign incubators

Most have a high price, unaffordable for personal use. This is a drawback of the models.

R-com King SURO 20

South Korean automatic incubator, with a plastic body and a large viewing window allowing you to observe the laying. Data about the state inside is shown on the display.

Novital Covatutto 54

Italian incubator made of plastic, automatic; in case of problems or the need to add water, a sound signal is activated.

Brinsea Octagon 20 Advance

English representative of the “family” of incubators. Plastic case, transparent cover, fully automated process and the ability to set the necessary parameters. There is an automatic rotation of the eggs and the ability to turn them over manually.

River Covina Super 24

Another Italian model, available semi-automatic or automatic, provides the ability to fill water through special holes in the lid. The lid is not lifted. The body is made of plastic, it is easy to clean.

Important: the models presented in the review operate from a network with a voltage of 220 volts. This eliminates the need to use additional equipment.

The best incubators for mini-farms

Incubators for mini-farms can accommodate a clutch of up to 640 eggs. They are automatic, with a ventilation and turning system.

Nest 200 Elite

Ukrainian-made incubator. Metal body with foam insulation. 2 fans. Transparent front door allowing you to observe the process, display with temperature and humidity data. Power supply: 220 volts.

Blitz Base 520

The device is from a Russian manufacturer. Data on the condition of the masonry, temperature, humidity inside the device are displayed on the display. Robust metal body and transparent front door. Loads 5 output trays at once.

TGB 210 VLRA BIO

This is a model with additional air ionization, which allows you to raise healthy chicks. Capable of operating autonomously from a rechargeable battery. With high capacity, small dimensions - 50x50x50 centimeters.

R-com Maru 380 Deluxe MAX

Every farmer's dream. Automatic life support system, manual input of necessary parameters is provided. The durable body is easy to clean. Sound notification about changes in temperature and humidity inside the chamber. The top cover is removable, simplifying the cleaning process. Disadvantage: the cost is over 100 thousand rubles.

TGB 70 A BIO

A compact, roomy incubator equipped with a bio-acoustic stimulator (produces sounds similar to the squeal of a hen).Chicks hatch faster and grow better. The device was created for ducks and geese, but was also suitable for other “feathered brethren”. The “A” in the name refers to the automatic rotation of the masonry.

The best Chinese appliances

Today, the Chinese have learned to produce products that easily find consumers and work without breakdowns or complaints. The plastic of the case must be free of inclusions and foreign odors.

Sititec 96

Inexpensive model. Plastic case. Automatic egg turning, autonomous operation. Large capacity with small dimensions. The display shows temperature and humidity indicators, and a sound alert when parameters change. Additionally equipped with an ovoscope.

Janoel JNL 42

Automatic incubator. Water is added without opening the chamber. The transparent plastic case allows you to observe the process. The display shows temperature and humidity indicators. Precise manual setting of the required parameters.

HHD EW 32 S

Plastic device with a transparent lid. Automatic, controls the parameters necessary for hatching chicks. Equipped with a sound signal that turns on when there is a deviation from the norm. Easy to clean.

Incubator WQ 48

Another plastic automatic incubator. Turns eggs in different directions every 2 hours. Maintains optimal temperature and humidity for the brood. Comes with additional trays for quail eggs. Notifies with sound when parameters are changed.

Today, a person who is passionate about poultry farming can choose an incubator from a variety of models. Before purchasing, read the manufacturer's instructions and technical parameters of the device.