10 Best Ovens

Buying Guide

Are you not sure which oven is best for you? In the following buying guide, you can learn more about what to look for before buying an oven.

All ovens have an energy label containing the most basic specifications about the oven. On the energy label, you will find the following information:

• Energy efficiency class
• Volume
• Energy consumption, conventional heat
• Energy consumption, hot air

The energy label makes it easier to compare the most important specifications between the ovens.

On the energy label, you can find the oven’s energy efficiency class, which ranges from A+++ to D, where A+++ is the best.

Energy efficiency is an important consideration, as this will impact your electricity bills over time.

The following chart shows how the energy efficiency class is distributed across the ovens:

Consider the size of your kitchen and your cooking needs when choosing the oven’s dimensions.

Ovens are typically available in two sizes: With a niche height of 60 cm and a height of 45 cm. They typically measure around 60 cm in width and 55-60 cm in depth.

An oven with larger dimensions will naturally also have a larger volume. The volume across the ovens varies from 45 – 75 liters and is indicated on the energy label.

The following chart shows how the volume is distributed across the ovens:

Are you looking for an oven with a large volume? Take a look at one of the following models, which are the five ovens with the most significant volume:

Self-cleaning is a convenient feature available in many ovens. It’s designed to simplify the cleaning process and eliminate the need for manual scrubbing and chemical cleaners.

Ovens are built with different self-cleaning methods. These are the most popular:

• Pyrolysis: This is the most popular self cleaning method. The oven is heated to around 500 °C, turning the fats and leftovers into ash. The remains can then be easily wiped away with a cloth. You can find the best ovens with pyrolytic self-cleaning here.
• Catalysis: Ovens with catalysis burn grease on the sides of the interior above 200 °C. With this self-cleaning method, you should take into consideration that grease may still be collected in some places.
• Stream: Ovens with steam self-cleaning use steam to soften and loosen food residue and grease, making it easy to wipe away.

The following chart shows the distribution of the self-cleaning method across the ovens.

Some ovens are not equipped with a self-cleaning method, so you have to clean them yourself manually.

The price of ovens can vary widely depending on several factors, including brand, features, and size.

In general, the more features you want for your oven, the more expensive you can expect the oven to be.

The cheapest oven is the Electra BIS72B, which costs £129. In comparison, the most expensive oven costs £2038.

This chart shows the distribution in price among ovens:

If you’re in search of an affordable oven, consider one of the following models, which are the five cheapest ovens:

You can find the best cheap ovens here.

These are some of the functions you can consider for your oven. Be aware that models with these features typically have a high price.

• Double oven: A double oven features two separate oven compartments stacked on top of each other within a single unit. Each oven compartment operates independently, with its heating elements and temperature controls.
• Microwave function: Ovens with microwave function combine traditional ovens with a microwave. This saves space in the kitchen.
• WiFi connectivity: Ovens with WiFi connectivity can connect to your household’s WiFi network and thereby control the oven from an app. This means you can preheat the oven, set cooking temperatures, and monitor your cooking from inside or outside your home.