TOP 5 compact ovens

The compact oven with a height of 46 cm offers the user quite advanced functionality, which is often not available even in more expensive models from other brands. The main advantages are telescopic guides (1 level) and Hydroclean Pro steam cleaning. The inner chamber is covered with Slippery enamel, which is distinguished by its heat resistance and grease-repellent properties. The touch panel is complemented by mechanical elements and an LED display for ease of control. Teka HLC 840 is suitable for installation in any kitchen furniture, and when installed under the countertop, it leaves space for a niche for pots and pans.

Despite its small dimensions, the user will be able to prepare all the desired dishes in manual or automatic modes. Separately, it is worth highlighting the programs for pizza and defrosting. The latter is convenient for bachelors who often prepare semi-finished products. In total, there are 9 different operating modes of the heating elements to achieve the desired effect - juiciness, crispy crust. SurroundTemp technology guarantees uniform heat distribution throughout the entire volume, perfect baking of the dough thanks to additional heating behind the fan and forced convection.

The Amica AMMB 44E2GCB X-TYPE oven adapts well to a compact kitchen and can be built into furniture thanks to its low height of 45.5 cm.

The door is equipped with a SoftClose mechanism, which ensures soft and silent automatic closing, allowing you to hold the dish with two hands. The manufacturer has used a Combigrill grill, which is located at the top and bottom, guaranteeing an even crispy crust on all sides without the need to turn the food. Amica AMMB 44E2GCB X-TYPE is equipped with a MultiWave microwave system, as well as a plate rotation mechanism for quick heating and cooking of individual dishes.

The oven is well suited for beginners and busy people who do not want to waste time learning recipes. 13 automatic programs allow you to prepare a variety of dishes; you just need to select the type of food and weight. The touch control unit is hidden under a solid glass panel, which makes cleaning the front of the oven much easier. All indicators are displayed on the LED display. Fans of store-bought preparations will be able to quickly defrost and cook cutlets, pancakes, etc. simply by indicating their total weight. Unfortunately, the manufacturer did not provide telescopic guides, which is quite strange for this price category.

The high-quality compact oven Bosch CBG 635BS3 has advanced operating modes and allows you to create masterpieces of haute cuisine at home. You no longer need to think about burnt food on one side and half-baked food on the other, since the oven supports 4D Convection technology. The air flow is evenly distributed in all directions, which allows you to bake simultaneously on several levels, saving time and energy resources. The AutoPilot 10 software package eliminates manual intervention and fully automates the preparation of dishes.

Compact dimensions (height 46 cm) make it easy to integrate the hood not only under the countertop, but also into other kitchen furniture, pre-prepared niches or frames. The chamber is cleaned automatically by the EcoClean Direct system. The ceramic inner coating effectively breaks down fats and prevents dirt from accumulating on the walls. At maximum load, the oven consumes no more than 3 kW (class A+), so it will not cause problems with in-house wiring. The built-in SoftClose auto-closer makes closing the door as soft, silent and safe as possible, eliminating damage to glass and hands. Only grates are provided for placing baking sheets; unfortunately, there are no telescopic guides.

The Samsung NQ5B5763DBS oven provides the user with a larger volume (50 l) while maintaining compact dimensions (height 45.6 cm). The capacity is enough for multi-level cooking or one large dish - chicken, turkey, baking in a sleeve. The manufacturer uses an innovative approach in terms of management. Thanks to the Wi-Fi module and the SmartThings application, you can control processes via the Internet using a smartphone (Android or iOS). The user also gets access to a large database of recipes, the ability to create their own and prepare them automatically. 20 ready-made programs are available as standard. But there are no telescopic guides, which is quite strange, given the technical features and cost of the product.

The Samsung NQ5B5763DBS oven successfully combines several types of kitchen equipment. The built-in microwave allows you to diversify the menu, heat up dishes and is able to function in conjunction with the main type of heating - the Speed ​​​​Oven mode. Thus, it is possible to achieve the readiness of any products in an extremely short time. A special baking tray and Air Fry convection mode provide a flow of hot air similar to the operation of a deep fryer, creating a crispy crust on potatoes, breading, and vegetables. The Natural Steam function will be useful for lovers of healthy eating to implement children's menus using steam treatment. The products retain their juiciness and vitamin composition. Cleaning after cooking is also carried out automatically with steam.

The compact Electrolux CombiQuick KVLBE 08 T oven offers a variety of cooking modes using main heating, convection, grill and microwave. Thanks to this, the oven is able to reach the set temperature much faster and save energy by reducing cooking time. Microwave + heat mode is available for ultra-fast cooking of poultry and other large products. Convection promotes heat distribution throughout the chamber and uniform cooking of food on all sides. The grill will provide an appetizing crust. The user can choose either a ready-made setting or create their own plan for implementing recipes using the “Custom Program” function.

The Electrolux CombiQuick KVLBE 08 T offers convenient touch control with intelligent visualization of settings on the EXCite display. You can prepare the oven for use with wet hands without the risk of breakage, as is the case with mechanical switches. Electronics accurately maintain internal temperature, which can be important for many recipes. The outer surface always remains cold (no more than 30 ºC). The manufacturer uses four glasses in the doors at once, so any accidental contact or curiosity of children will not lead to injury. To protect the electronic components, an additional cooling fan is provided, which is activated automatically when cooking starts. Overall, the oven turned out to be safe and functional. Unfortunately, telescopic guides are not available, despite the high cost of the product.