Rating of the best wood burners for 2024

Burners (or they are also called pyrographs) are intended not only for professionals, they can captivate children or turn burning into your hobby. Step-by-step instructions for working with a burner will help you understand the principles of its operation, will allow you to achieve maximum success in burning. And the rating of the highest quality burners according to the opinions of buyers will help to choose the right device. Reviews, review and data of online stores were taken as a basis.

Burner characteristics

Burner (pyrograph) - the device is quite simple, it will not be difficult to use it, but skill and diligence will still be needed. Designed for wood burning. Some models have the function of burning out also on fabric, plastic, cork. The main thing is to choose a high-quality surface and have a whole set of consumables at hand, and of course, observe safety rules when using the device.

All handheld burners are mains powered. There are models with a heating controller, but even with them you need to be as careful as possible. The cost of the model is completely different, it will depend on the configuration and additional functions. The brand will also affect the cost of the device.

Criterias of choice

Before buying a device, it is important to know how the types and models differ from each other. There are several criteria for different characteristics. Which one is the best to buy will depend on your needs and desires.

Let's consider what characteristics are:

1. Along the length of the sting. The longer the sting is, the more convenient it is to use it, especially in the presence of small patterns.
2. By the number of protective plates. It is optimal if there are two protective plates. They better protect the hand from overheating of the grip. But platinum alone can do the trick as well.
3. By the thickness of the holder. It is selected individually. The main task is to hold the burner in your hand comfortably.
4. By the thickness of the cord. If the cord is too thick, it will add weight to the device. When a child works on it, there will be inconveniences. If the device is used by an adult, then you can take a thick cable, it will extend the service life.
5. By power and heating temperature. The optimal power is considered to be from 30 W, and the temperature is from 480 degrees.At lower rates, the business will progress slowly.
6. By the number of nozzles. A large number is necessary for professionals for repeated use, for amateurs it is not necessary to buy large sets, very often one is enough.
7. By the material of the nozzles. Nichrome - with temperature control, and brass - most often without temperature control.
8. Feather type: hard nib and wire nib.

Hard feather

He has no way to regulate the glow of the pen. In terms of its functionality, it resembles soldering equipment, it allows you to make straight lines and burn out pointwise. Heats up slowly and cools slowly.

• durability;
• ease of use.

• not suitable for delicate work on complex patterns;
• heats up for a long time and also cools down for a long time after work.

Wire feather

There is a choice of heating temperature. Suitable for professionals, allows you to create real masterpieces. If the wire burns out, it is very easy to replace it. You can also use different wire thicknesses for better results.

• easy pen replacement;
• work safety;
• allows you to create complex artworks and patterns.

• high price;
• the pen quickly burns out;
• replacement nibs are not available everywhere.

Tips for Beginners

If you want to captivate your child with the burning process, you need to know the main stages of work.
To get started, you need the following materials and tools:

• sketch (what you want to burn on plywood);
• planks (you can take any tree: linden, pine, maple, ash, you can use plywood);
• carbon copy;
• burner (for children, a stand is required).

Working process

1. The selected board must be cleaned with fine sandpaper, rubbed with a water-chalk solution and allowed to dry.
2. Copy the selected drawing to the board.
3. Prepare the burner for operation (turn it on and wait for it to heat up).
4. Draw on all contours of the pattern with equal pressure, so that a dark brown stripe appears.
5. Next, draw in all the other details, you can use different attachments and different pressing forces to get a more voluminous and beautiful pattern.
6. The drawing is ready! It can be painted with paints if desired.

Top manufacturers

Among the manufacturers there are those who produce inexpensive (budget) burners with a minimum configuration, but there are also those whose devices will cost several thousand rubles, will have additional functionality, the package will be much larger. How much a particular model costs may also depend on the store in which it is sold.

• Elm is a domestic manufacturer. Produces various models capable of making both complex patterns for professionals and ordinary ones for amateurs.
• MultiArt - Made in China. There is a wooden base, and any pattern can be applied to it. The materials are safe for children.
• Orbit. Produces burners for children, especially small sizes. They heat up quickly, are fully equipped and are easy to use.
• Pebaro is a German company, most of the products are made for schoolchildren. It has been on the market for a long time, has established itself as a reliable manufacturer.
• Tenth Kingdom - the company manufactures goods for creativity, mainly burners, for children from 8 years old. Good quality product and budget price. The number of items for each set is different. Be sure to look at the complete set when buying.
• STAYER is a large manufacturer of power tools and consumables. German company. Produces branded goods of excellent quality. Has an international licensor for all manufactured products. Produces popular models.
• REXANT is a Russian company specializing in the production of electrical equipment, instruments, TV and audio equipment. The tools and equipment of this company are made of high quality materials.

Rating of quality burners for children

It is always pleasant to receive a gift made by yourself, so by giving a child such an object you will not only interest him in creativity, he will also learn tolerance and perseverance.After all, the use of such a device requires perseverance and accuracy.

It is important to remember that children should not be allowed to use the appliance on their own. Therefore, first of all, you need to think about how to make the work safe.

Burning set "Pattern-10K"

Manufacturing company: The Tenth Kingdom. Includes 8 boards, stand, one nozzle. It has 3 positions: middle (0) - off, position l - low degree of heating, position ll - high degree of heating. Heats up quickly - within 1 minute. Cools down in 5 minutes. Price: from 1,357 rubles. Recommended child age: 8+.

• quality material;
• easy to use;
• 2 heating modes.

• high price;
• no spare feathers.

Index	Characteristic
Power	20 watts
Equipment	burning boards
Cord length	150 cm
Dimensions (packed)	16x13x7 cm
Weight	165 g

Burning set НР-0268

Manufacturer - Russian company Ginger cat. The set includes replaceable attachments (6 pieces) and a stand. Designed for children over 14 years old. Average cost: 350 rubles.

• price;
• easy;
• availability of additional attachments.

• long heating;
• not a comfortable handle shape.

Index	Characteristic
Equipment	4 replaceable attachments, stand
Dimensions (packed)	26x14x7
Weight	160 g

Burnout set "Morning walk"

The manufacturer is the Phantazer. Complete set, there is a board with a printed stencil and 1 board without a drawing. Average price: 1200 rubles.

• set of advanced configuration;
• the presence of replaceable nozzles;
• easy.

• no heating sensor;
• heats up for a long time.

Index	Characteristic
Power	30 Tue
Equipment	stand, sandpaper, stencil board, 2 burning boards, replaceable nozzles
Cord length	115 cm
Dimensions (packed)	37x25x8
Weight	215 g

Burning set "Horse and Owl" by MultiArt

The kit includes 6 additional attachments. Made in China. Can be ordered online from the AliExpress online store from China. Recommended for children over 6 years old. Price: from 800 rubles.

• a budget option;
• additional attachments.

• heats up for a long time;
• shallow burns (may scratch the board).

Index	Characteristic
Power	40 watts
Equipment	replaceable attachments, board, stand
Dimensions (packed)	18x10x4
Weight	230 g

Burning set Master

Manufacturer: Tenth Kingdom. Designed for children from 6 years old. Average price: 300 rubles.

• the convenience of use;
• several drawings for burning on stencils;
• quality materials.

• no replaceable attachments;
• not recommended for children under 3 years old.

Index	Characteristic
Equipment	8 stencil boards, 2 boards without pattern
Dimensions (packed)	18x11x4
Weight	165 g

BONDIBON with plaque and Paints BB 1413

The set includes 3 additional nozzles, and stencils for burning boards. After burning, the painting can be painted with the paints included in the kit. What makes the lesson even more interesting. Warranty: 1 year. Price: from 800 rubles.

• price;
• equipment.

• heats up for a long time;
• the handle is not very convenient for the child.

Index	Characteristic
Power	20 watts
Equipment	replaceable nozzles, board, stand, paints (6 colors), brush
Dimensions (packed)	20х8х4
Weight	250 g

The last hero

Manufactured by Tenth Kingdom. The last hero burners allow you to get patterns of any complexity. Heating time is about 5 minutes, there are buttons to adjust the temperature. Warranty: 1 year. Price: from 1500 rubles.

• additional drawing boards;
• the quality of the material.

• price;
• long heating.

Index	Characteristic
Power	20 watts
Equipment	replaceable nozzles, boards, stand
Cord length	1.5 m
Dimensions (packed)	32x18x7
Weight	250 g

Set for burning "Pattern" Transvit

A device for working with wood and fabric. The set includes an additional needle for guilloche (fabric burning). Suitable for both professionals and beginner creative people, children of senior school age. Russian-made apparatus. Heating time: 3 minutes. The set includes a metal stand. Average price: 1200 rubles.

• multifunctionality;
• ease of use;
• the set has stencils for work.

• a small number of additional attachments;
• handle and wire periodically heats up.

Index	Characteristic
Power	20 watts
Equipment	stand, stencils for work, replaceable accessories
Dimensions (packed)	177х133х82
Weight	750 g

Transvit set for burning Elm

Manufacturer: Elm. Russian production, have established themselves as a reliable and high-quality manufacturer. Can be used in schools and clubs for work under heavy loads. Price: from 1300 rubles.

• ease of use;
• compact;

• price;
• few spare tips.

Index	Characteristic
Power	20 watts
Equipment	Stand, replaceable nibs
Dimensions (packed)	23х9х7
Weight	250 g

Rating for professionals

For adults using the device at home, you should choose the model with the lowest degree of smoke. The rating includes both new items and time-tested burners.

Burnout kit 0260 Pebaro

German-made products, the company has established itself in the Russian market as reliable. The set includes 20 replaceable nozzles. Price: from 2000 rubles.

• 2 year warranty;
• heats up quickly;
• burns through plywood well;
• good quality materials.

• price;
• when heated, the feather bends;
• plastic stand.

Index	Characteristic
Power	30 watts
Equipment	Stand, replaceable nozzles
Dimensions (packed)	29х9х4
Weight	226 g

Burnout kit 45225 STAYER

STAYER is a German company that has positively established itself on the market. Heating time: 4 minutes. Price: from 700 rubles.

• price;
• good quality;
• ease of use.

• long heating;
• wood does not always burn well.

Index	Characteristic
Power	30 watts
Equipment	Stand, replaceable nozzles
Dimensions (packed)	28x12x7
Weight	210 g

Burner with thermal control function ZD-8905 REXANT

The device is designed to work on wood, plastic, cork, leather. Temperature range: 450-750 degrees. Heats up within 25 seconds. Has heating control.
Price: from 2 200 rubles

• quality materials;
• convenience of work;
• multifunctionality.

• price;
• few additional stings;
• buzzing during operation.

Index	Specifications
Power	40 watts
Equipment	replaceable tip
Dimensions (packed)	214x79x178
Weight	1.3KG

Station for burning 45228 STAYER

Products of German quality and reliability. The company has a positive reputation in the Russian market. 12 months warranty. Burner type: manual. Heating temperature: up to 750 degrees. Average price: 2300 rubles.

• quality materials;
• burns through wood well;
• switch on the case.

• price;
• few replaceable nozzles;
• the handle heats up at high temperatures.

Index	Description
Power	40 watts
Equipment	set with nozzles
Cord length	1 meter
Dimensions (packed)	180x57x210 mm
Weight	1.24 kg

Burner with Pebaro attachments (0280)

Made in Germany. It is used not only for burning wood, but also for soldering products. Heating temperature: from 50 to 500 degrees. Average price: 9 500 rubles.

• multifunctionality;
• temperature regime;
• quality materials.

• price;
• dimensions.

Index	Description
Power	24 Tue
Equipment	stand, station, soldering iron, replaceable pen
Overall dimensions	19x27x7.5 cm
Weight	1.3KG

Selection tips (recommendations)

To avoid mistakes when choosing, follow these guidelines.

What to look for

• high-quality material of the device;
• it is better to take sets with additional accessories (protective caps, stand);
• if you take it for a child or for a non-professional, then the design of the device should be clear;
• children are better off taking sets with diagrams embedded in the set;
• you can take sets for burning not only wood, but also fabric and plastic (universal models);
• check the operation of the device before purchasing.

It is impossible to say unequivocally which company is better to buy a burner, the quality of the material is important for some, the price or popularity of models is important for others. Therefore, everyone chooses their "best burner" based on their goals and objectives.