Ovens

How to choose an oven

• Capacity. 60–70 litres is the usual family size; smaller models suit one person or a summer house.
• Functions. Fan cooking bakes evenly on several shelves, the grill adds a crust, steam keeps meat juicy.
• Cleaning. Pyrolytic burns grease to ash (the most convenient), catalytic liners absorb it, manual cleaning is the cheapest.
• Energy class. A or better keeps running costs down over the years you will own it.
• Dimensions. The standard cabinet opening is 60 cm — also check the depth and the power connection.

Related categories

Pair the oven with a hob and a cooker hood. See also microwave ovens and all home appliances.

Frequently asked questions

Must the oven and hob be a matching set? No. An independent oven and a separately controlled hob work fine together — only the cabinet size matters.

Is pyrolytic cleaning worth it? If you roast often, yes: cleaning runs at the push of a button instead of scrubbing.