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The 8 Best Ovens – Guide

A good oven should not be missing in any kitchen. For cooking it is a must. However, there is a wide range of ovens to choose from. To find the right oven for your kitchen, check out this guide.

A comprehensive checklist with all the important information is ready for you. The product recommendations show you the best models.

Checklist For Ovens

Design
  • You can choose between freestanding and built-in ovens.
  • Depending on the model, built-in appliances can be integrated in the lower part of the kitchen unit or installed at working height.
Size
  • The size depends on the available space in your kitchen.
  • – Standard ovens are 59 cm wide, 60 cm high and hold about 54 liters.
  • – Compact ovens are 59 cm wide, 38 to 45 cm high and offer about 27 l volume.
  • – XXL ovens offer between 60 and 76 l of volume at 59 cm wide and 60 cm high.
Combination ovens
  • Combination ovens are useful for small kitchens.
  • For example, they combine an oven with a microwave or with a steamer.
  • Combination appliances are usually available for 45 cm niches.
Functions
  • An oven should be capable of at least four basic functions: Hot air, top and bottom heat, grill function.
  • Special programs include functions for faster or gentler baking and roasting, a keep-warm function, pizza stone and steamer.
  • A timer function with an acoustic signal is practical.
  • For households with children, ovens with childproof controls that can be recessed into the appliance, for example, are recommended.
Slide-in racks
  • For an average household, four to five slide-in levels are sufficient.
  • Telecoscope slide-out rails reduce the risk of burns when removing trays and baked goods.
Cleaning
  • Modern ovens are equipped with various cleaning aids.
  • For ovens with hydrolysis function, you fill water with detergent into the bottom tray and start the cleaning program.
  • The catalysis function is based on a special coating in the interior that dissolves greasy residues at temperatures of 200 °C and above. The pyrolysis function burns dirt and grease particles to ash.
Energy consumption
  • To save money in the long run, it pays to buy an energy-efficient oven.
  • A modern oven with energy efficiency class A++ saves about 400 euros in electricity costs over eight years compared to an older appliance.
Accessories
  • Baking trays, fat pans and grids should be included in the scope of delivery.
  • If you have to buy too many accessories separately, you will quickly run out of money.

Here you can find the top 8 most popular ovens.

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The Best Sellers Of Ovens

We have compiled the most popular ovens for you in this bestseller list.

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Current Offers For Ovens

Here you can find a selection of current offers for ovens.

SaleBestseller Nr. 1
Breville Smart Oven Air Fryer Pro, Brushed Stainless Steel, BOV900BSS
Breville Smart Oven Air Fryer Pro, Brushed Stainless Steel, BOV900BSS
WARRANTY: 2 Year Limited Product Warranty; Power: 1800 Watts; Voltage: 110 to 120 Volts
$499.95 −36%
SaleBestseller Nr. 2
Oster Convection Oven, 8-in-1 Countertop Toaster Oven, XL Fits 2 16' Pizzas, Stainless Steel French Door
Oster Convection Oven, 8-in-1 Countertop Toaster Oven, XL Fits 2 16" Pizzas, Stainless Steel French Door
Single door pull opens both doors with 1 hand ease and convenience; Turbo convection baking technology cooks faster and browns more evenly
$299.99 −10%
SaleBestseller Nr. 3
BLACK+DECKER 4-Slice Convection Oven, Stainless Steel, Curved Interior fits a 9 inch Pizza, TO1313SBD
BLACK+DECKER 4-Slice Convection Oven, Stainless Steel, Curved Interior fits a 9 inch Pizza, TO1313SBD
30-Minute Timer - The timer includes precise toast settings and stay-on functionality.; Dimensions: 16.4 x 11.3 x 9.4 Inches
$59.99 −15%
SaleBestseller Nr. 4
Ninja DT201 Foodi 10-in-1 XL Pro Air Fry Digital Countertop Convection Toaster Oven with Dehydrate and Reheat, 1800 Watts, Stainless Steel Finish
Ninja DT201 Foodi 10-in-1 XL Pro Air Fry Digital Countertop Convection Toaster Oven with Dehydrate and Reheat, 1800 Watts, Stainless Steel Finish
CRISPIER RESULTS: Up to 30% crispier results vs. a traditional convection oven.; PERFECT FOR BAKING: Up to 50% more even baking results vs. a leading countertop oven.
$329.99 −30%
SaleBestseller Nr. 10
Oster Toaster Oven, 7-in-1 Countertop Toaster Oven, 10.5' x 13' Fits 2 Large Pizzas, Stainless Steel
Oster Toaster Oven, 7-in-1 Countertop Toaster Oven, 10.5" x 13" Fits 2 Large Pizzas, Stainless Steel
Countertop convection oven features convection technology for fast, even heating; Digital settings for pizza, bake, broil, toast, and defrost
$179.99 −6%

FAQ For Baking Ovens

Chicken thighs in the oven for how long?

If you choose 180 degrees and convection, the chicken thighs are usually ready to eat after about 40 to 50 minutes. However, this depends on the size of the thighs. It is important to always eat chicken all the way through (risk of salmonella!).

What is convection?

Convection is an oven function. It is heated with upper and lower heat and additionally a fan works, so that the heat can spread evenly in the oven.

Which oven is the best?

Fondue is made in a fondue pot. Oil, a broth, cheese or chocolate is heated there. In a fondue with oil or broth you dip meat or vegetables until they reach the desired cooking point. In cheese or chocolate fondue, you dip the food only briefly to coat it with the respective ingredient.

Wolfgang lives with his family in Stuttgart. He has a twelve-year-old daughter and five-year-old twins. When he's not writing product guides for Elternkompass and sharing his experiences with you, he likes to go on bike tours, play Monopoly or read novels.