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Best Venting Induction Hobs with an Integrated Extractor (2026 UK)

Chef's Pick — Fri, 03 Apr 2026 09:39:21 +0000

By choosing a hob with an integrated extractor, you won’t be limited by having to position an extractor over it. Instead, you’ll have complete freedom over how you design your kitchen.

These hobs are ideal for kitchen islands where you wouldn’t want a hood getting in the way. You’ll have to pay a bit more for this new and innovative technology, but it could be worth it if you’re designing a luxury kitchen.

Many of these hobs come with advanced features such as sensors that sense how much extraction power is required and adjust it accordingly.

Best Induction Hobs with an Integrated Extractor in the UK

We’ve researched the market and picked out some of the best induction hobs with a built-in extractor currently available in the UK.

1. NEFF N70 V58NHQ4L0 80cm Induction Extractor Hob

Dimensions: 80.2 cm wide x 52.2 cm deep x 22.3 cm high

Coming in at 80 cm wide, this induction hob with built-in extractor is ideal for a modern kitchen setup.

It will keep a good-sized kitchen smelling and feeling fresh and clean too, thanks to the powerful integrated extraction. It can move up to around 500 cubic metres of air an hour, with a boost mode reaching even higher when needed. So, even on the nights when you’re cooking fish, this hob will stay on top of all the smells.

The handy boost functions ensure that any odours are cleared quickly, while the built-in filters trap all the unwanted particles. Plus, to clean the filters, you can simply pop them in the dishwasher or hand wash them.

Whether you intend to use this model in ducted extraction or recirculating mode, installation is flexible, though it does require professional fitting. It’s very easy to use once installed, with intuitive touch controls, and its sleek design sits flush with the worktop for a seamless kitchen finish.

Where to buy it:

2. Bosch Series 4 PVS811B16E 80cm Induction Extractor Hob

Dimensions: 80.2 cm wide x 52.2 cm deep x 22.3 cm high

The Bosch Series 4 PVS811B16E is one of the most highly rated induction hobs with an integrated extractor currently available in the UK.

It’s made by German brand Bosch, a manufacturer known for high-quality kitchen appliances.

This hob has four induction zones, with CombiZone functionality that allows you to combine two zones into a single large zone for bigger pans. Ventilation is controlled via manual settings, with three standard speeds and an intensive boost mode for stronger extraction when needed.

It also includes a ReStart feature, which remembers your last cooking settings if the hob is accidentally switched off, making it easy to resume cooking without having to reset everything.

This hob looks sleek and modern, and is sure to make a statement in any kitchen. It operates relatively quietly, reaching up to 69 decibels at maximum extraction, which is impressive for a built-in extractor.

Where to buy it:

3. Elica NT-SWITCH BG RC 83cm Venting Induction Hob

Dimensions: 83 cm wide x 51.5 cm deep x 21.1 cm high

This 83 cm induction hob may be pricey than most, but it’s incredibly stylish and high tech. The Elica NT-SWITCH features four induction zones which can be merged to accommodate bigger pans.

The hob has sensors that automatically detect how much venting is required, making it energy efficient and effortless to use. If you want to manually adjust the settings you can choose from eight speeds as well as two booster settings.

The hob features reusable ceramic filters, adding to its eco credentials.

As well as being slick and full of features, the Elica NT-SWITCH is also easy to install and comes with a full duct kit.

It’s very quiet at just 59 decibels, so you can enjoy cooking without the noise of a regular extractor fan.

Where to buy it:

See price and reviews on AO.com

4. Hotpoint PVH92BK/FKIT 83cm Induction Extractor Hob

Dimensions: 70 cm wide x 52 cm deep x 23 cm high

The Hotpoint PVH92BKFKIT is reasonably priced for an induction hob with a built-in extractor, but bear in mind that it doesn’t come with a carbon filter or ducting kit, which will cost extra if you want to use it in recirculating mode.

This hob features four induction zones, with Combi Duo zones that allow you to combine two zones into a single large zone for bigger pans.

The Hotpoint PVH92BKFKIT offers nine power levels, which need to be adjusted manually since, unlike some higher-end models, it doesn’t have Auto Vent sensors to automatically change the extraction speed.

Where to buy it:

See price and reviews on AO.com

5. Smeg Universal HOBD472D2 70cm Venting Induction Hob

Dimensions: 70 cm wide x 52 cm deep x 23 cm high

The Smeg HOBD472D2 is a 70 cm wide venting induction hob with four induction cooking zones.

You can combine two cooking zones in to a single, bigger cooking zone using the MultiZone feature. This is great if you have large pans that go over the rings.

All venting hobs are expensive, but Smeg HOBD472D2 is especially expensive.

This hob is very easy to use thanks to the clever technology. Cleaning the vent is very straightforward too, since it’s easy to take apart when you need to clean the filters. If you spill something into the vent, you can just remove it and give it a quick wipe.

Another great thing about the vent is that it’s flush with the rest of the hob, so it doesn’t get in the way at all.

This hob heats up instantly and looks very modern and stylish. It’s pricey, but very well made.

Where to buy it:

See price and reviews on AO.com

About Integrated Extractors

Pros and cons of integrated extractors

Some of the advantages of induction hobs with a built-in extractor are:

No cooker hood required – This is great for kitchen islands, open-plan kitchens and countertops where there isn’t enough space above for a cooker hood. It means you won’t accidentally bang your head on the cooker hood, and if you’re cooking on a kitchen island you can talk to people elsewhere in the kitchen without a hood getting in the way.
No rising steam – This makes them safer and prevents moisture from accumulating on the wall/kitchen cabinet etc.
Steam & smells tackled at source – It’s less likely that cooking odours will spread into the room.

However, there are a few drawbacks:

Vent takes up room on and under the cooktop – You’ll need more space on your kitchen countertop than you would with a regular induction hob. You’ll also need space underneath for the extractor itself and any ducting.
Expensive – Hobs with an integrated extractor are uniformly expensive. There don’t seem to be any budget models on the market.

How well do built-in extractors work?

The short answer is yes, built-in extractors do work, and a good one will work just as well as a regular extractor. In this video, Steve from Roots Kitchens Bedrooms Bathrooms uses a humidistat sensor to test the effectiveness of a built-in extractor. The video shows that the humidity around the hob returns to normal after the built-in extractor is turned on.

The integrated extractor can be either ducted or use recirculation. If it’s ducted, this means it will be connected to outside. If it uses a recirculation system, it will filter and clean the air using a carbon filter and then release it back into the kitchen.

It’s important to remember that you will need space (usually at least 20 cm) underneath your kitchen countertop for the extractor itself and any ducting.

Integrated extractor vs. downdraft extractor

One alternative to buying an induction hob with a built-in extractor is to buy a separate downdraft extractor. This is installed behind your hob and sucks the air horizontally and then down rather than up, making it a good option if you can’t or don’t want to install a cooker hood over your hob.

Downdraft extractors usually rise up around 40 cm from the hob, so aesthetically the effect is quite different to an integrated extractor that is flush with the hob surface.

Buying a regular induction hob and installing a separate downdraft extractor could be cheaper than buying one of the hobs listed above, though it depends on exactly which products you choose.

Will spilt liquid damage the extractor?

One thing you might worry about with venting hobs is what happens when a pan boils over. Will it damage the extractor?

Most venting hobs are designed to be able to handle water and other spilt liquids, so this won’t be a problem. It will be held within a container, which can then be emptied.

Can you buy a 5-ring induction hob with a built-in extractor?

As far as we are aware, there aren’t any five-ring induction hobs on the market that come with a built-in extractor. The biggest hobs with this feature have four rings.

Conclusion

If we had to pick just one of these induction hobs to recommend, it would be the NEFF N70 V58NHQ4L0 since it is very powerful and highly rated by hundreds of users

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Appliance Electricity Cost Calculator (2026 UK) – Price Per kWh

Chef's Pick — Thu, 02 Apr 2026 11:46:14 +0000

Use our calculator tool below to work out how much your home appliances cost to run.

How to Calculate Energy Costs

Whilst you would need modern technology to calculate a 100% accurate figure for how much electricity an appliance uses, it is possible to calculate a good estimate using simple mathematics.

To calculate an estimated energy cost, you just need three figures:

The first is the wattage of the appliance. This should be on the energy efficiency label if you’re looking at a new appliance, or you should be able to find it on an inconspicuous plate on the appliance itself, or, failing that, in the manufacturer’s guides.
You’ll then need to know the average number of hours you use the appliance each day.
Finally, you need to know the price you pay per kilowatt hour (kWh) of electricity. If you don’t know it, you should be able to find your rate per kWh on your energy bill.

Calculating the cost

Once you have the above figures, you’re ready to calculate the cost of running your appliance using our handy calculator.

Here’s how the calculator works.

First, it multiplies the device’s wattage by the number of hours your appliance is typically used each day.

Next, it divides that number by 1000. This converts watts to kWh, which is how you are billed.

Last, it multiplies this figure by the rate your electricity supplier charges you per kWh of electricity.

Example

As an example, if you have a 150W television that you use for five hours a day, this consumes 750 watts (150 x 5 = 750). You then need to divide 750 watts by 1000, to give 0.75 kWh.

Then multiply 0.75 x 24.67 pence (the current average electricity cost per kWh), giving you a running cost per day of 20 pence.

If you want to, you can then multiply this number by seven to give you the cost for a week, or 30 to give you an estimated cost for a month.

Current Energy Costs in the UK in 2026

According to Ofgem , the average household energy costs for the Energy Price Cap (EPC) period from 1 April to 30 June 2026 are:

24.67/kWh for electricity
5.74p/kWh for gas

Average kWh for Different Household Appliances

We used CompareTheMarket to find these figures.

Kettle

Energy usage: 0.11 kWh per use

The average kettle uses just 0.11 kWh of electricity to heat a single litre of water. Over the course of a year, most households will use their kettle around 1,542 times, giving an annual energy usage of 170 kWh.

Tumble dryer

Energy usage: 1.95 kWh per hour

How much a tumble dryer will cost you can vary greatly depending on the energy rating of the appliance. However, the typical condenser tumble dryer will use around 1.85 kWh of electricity per hour, and most households will use it two or three times a week.

Fridge freezer

Energy usage: 1.1 kWh per day

A typical, energy efficient fridge freezer that runs 24 hours a day will use 408kWh of electricity over the course of a year. On a daily basis, this is approximately 1.1 kWh.

Dishwasher

Energy usage: 0.91 kWh per cycle

The average 13-place dishwasher will use approximately 0.8 kWh of electricity per cycle.

Induction hob

Energy usage: 0.71 kWh per use

Induction hobs are easily one of the most used appliances in our kitchens at an average of 424 uses a year, and fortunately, a single use will only use an average of 0.71 kWh of electricity.

Electric oven

Energy usage: 1.56 kWh per use

Ovens are one of the more costly appliances to run, at approximately 1.56 kWh per typical use. The annual cost will vary depending on how frequently you use your oven and how long for, but on average, they are used 135 times a year.

What Affects the Running Costs of an Appliance?

There are a range of different factors that can influence how much an appliance will cost you to run, depending on the appliance in question.

Cleanliness and maintenance

One common reason an appliance will use more electricity than you expect is that it is not clean or has been poorly maintained.

This is especially true with appliances that have heating or cooling elements. If the element is dirty or poorly maintained, the appliance will need to use more power to achieve the same output.

Both of these potential problems become more common as appliances age. The older the appliance the more likely it is that components will start to struggle or that there will be a build-up of dirt and debris in all the nooks and crannies.

Airflow

Airflow is another common problem that can cause some appliances to run less efficiently. Poor airflow can lead to appliances overheating, which, in the case of appliances like fridges, will lead to them using more power to keep cool; and that’s on top of the extra wear and tear that the appliance will face.

Settings

The settings you use when you run your appliance will make a big difference too. If you run your washing machine or oven on a higher temperature, it will use more power. If you run it at a lower temperature or use an eco setting, you’ll use less energy.

How Can You Get a More Accurate Energy Calculation?

Whilst our calculator will give you a good indication of how much energy you are using, it will not be 100% accurate. This is because there are loads of variables that cannot be easily taken into account.

As an example, appliances will not use the maximum amount of power all the time.

Many appliances, such as ovens, will instead use the maximum amount of energy whilst they heat up, and then the usage will drop down whilst the temperature is just being maintained.

In addition to this, the ambient temperature, weather conditions, the appliance’s condition and so many more factors can impact the running cost, making the use of a simple formula inaccurate.

Home energy usage monitors

The best way to get an accurate energy reading for your entire home is to use an energy monitor.

These can be standalone, or you may be offered one if you have a smart meter installed. The display should give you a live view of how much energy your home is using at any given time.

These monitors will be able to give you a running tally of how much your energy is costing you, but it can be tricky to determine how much is due to a specific appliance.

If you want to be really specific, you’ll need a monitor that does recognise individual appliances, or, a dedicated appliance monitor.

Appliance energy monitors

Appliance monitors are the gold standard in tracking how much energy an appliance truly is using.

Many of these monitors simply plug into the wall socket and then you can plug the appliance into the monitor. This gives you an accurate, live reading of how much an appliance is using whilst it is on or on standby.

Smart plugs

As an alternative to a traditional, clunky plug-in energy monitor, you could always use a smart plug.

Most smart plugs will be able to give you a reading of how much energy an appliance has used over the course of time.

However, it is worth remembering that this method only works for small appliances like blenders or TVs, and does not work for bigger appliances such as fridges or ovens.

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How Much Electricity Does a Slow Cooker Use in the UK? (2026)

Chef's Pick — Thu, 02 Apr 2026 11:17:29 +0000

Slow cookers might take considerably longer to cook meals than regular ovens do, but the fact their ratings can be as low as 75W on a low setting means they use much less electricity per hour than an oven does.

The average slow cooker uses between roughly 0.72 and 1.44 kWh to cook a meal over the course of four to eight hours. Based on the current average energy price of 24.67 pence per kWh for the Energy Price Cap (EPC) period from 1 April to 30 June 2026, this works out at a cost of between 18p and 36p per meal.

Factors That Affect the Electricity Usage of Slow Cookers

Whilst the average slow cooker will cost around 18-36 pence to cook a single meal, there are multiple factors that affect the average electricity usage of slow cookers in the UK, that will ultimately determine how much the appliance will cost you in electricity costs.

Length of cooking time

The number of hours a slow cooker is used for contributes to the total amount of electricity it will use. The longer you have your slow cooker on, the more electricity it will use.

Size

Slow cookers come in different sizes. The size of the slow cooker also contributes to its average electricity usage, with smaller slow cookers using less electricity.

Type of dish cooked

Different recipes require different settings. Some recipes will need cooking on low, whilst others will need cooking on high. Recipes cooked on low will use less electricity per hour compared to those that are cooked on high.

Average Running Cost of a Slow Cooker in the UK

There are a wide range of factors that will influence how much it costs to run a slow cooker.

The exact amount of electricity that is used by any slow cooker on the low and high modes varies depending on the appliance and how it is being used, but on average, it is between 75 and 150 watts on low, and 150 and 210 watts on high.

If we take a value in the middle of 110 watts on low and 180 watts on high, we get the following costs:

4 hours on a high setting = 0.18 kWh x 4 = 0.72 kWh of energy used = 18p
8 hours on low setting = 0.11 kWh x 8 = 0.88 kWh of energy used = 22p
8 hours on a high setting = 0.18 kWh x 8 = 1.44 kWh of energy used = 36p

How accurate are these estimates?

Please note, our figures are based on the slow cooker running at the maximum energy usage for the entire cooking period.

It is worth remembering that most of the energy usage will come when the slow cooker is heating up, and it will use much less when it is just maintaining the cooking temperature.

This means your slow cooker will most likely use less energy than our estimated averages; these are simply a guideline and should be considered a maximum.

To find out exactly how much electricity your slow cooker is using, you could use an electricity usage monitor like the Mecheer Power Meter, which can accurately measure the power usage of appliances.

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The Most Powerful Cooker Hoods on the Market (2026 UK)

Chef's Pick — Tue, 24 Mar 2026 11:08:49 +0000

What’s the most powerful cooker hood on the market in the UK? In this article we’ll be answering that question and listing some cooker hoods with especially high extraction rates.

Since the style of cooker hood affects extraction rates, we’ve decided to look at the most powerful models in each different category of cooker hood.

About Cooker Hood Extraction Rates

How is extraction rate measured?

The extraction rate of a cooker hood is measured in cubic metres of air extracted per hour, usually written as m³/hour.

What is a good extraction rate for cooker hoods?

The average kitchen in the UK is roughly 30 m³. This means that it in theory, it would only take 6 minutes of having a 300 m³/hour cooker hood on full to replace all the air in the kitchen.

One formula used to calculate what extraction rate you need is the following:

kitchen width x kitchen length x kitchen height x 10 (all units in metres)

Therefore, a kitchen that was 4 metres wide by 6 metres long and 2.6 metres high would require an extraction rate of:

4m x 6m x 2.6m x 10 = 624 m³/hour

The average extraction rate of a domestic cooker hood in the UK appears to be around 300-500 m³/hour, so anything above that is relatively powerful.

Chimney and canopy hoods tend to offer the highest extraction rates while integrated and visor hoods usually have quite low extraction rates.

Cooker hood extraction rate calculator

Canopy Hoods

Canopy hoods are designed to be discreet, fitting neatly into a kitchen cabinet unit. This type of hood can be a good choice for smaller spaces and minimalist-style kitchens, though you need to make sure your kitchen cabinet will be deep enough to accomodate it. Here are the most powerful we could find.

1. AEG 6000 Hob2Hood DGE5661HB

Maximum extraction rate: 700 m³/hour
Width: 54 cm

This canopy hood from AEG is designed to fit into a cupboard over the hob, so it could be a good choice if you have limited space or want a neat, integrated design. It comes with Hob2Hood technology, which means it can automatically adjust the fan speed based on your hob settings, so it will extract more air when you’re cooking at higher heats.

It has four speed settings including a boost setting, so it can handle a variety of steamy scenarios in the kitchen with ease.

This hood can be installed as either a vented or recirculating extractor.

The LED lighting will help you see what you’re doing while cooking, and at around 70 decibels, it’s not too loud.

See price and reviews on AO.com

2. Miele DAE 1530 53 cm Cooker Hood

Maximum extraction rate: 675 m³/hour
Width: 53 cm

Coming in at 53 cm wide, this cooker hood is ideal for a smaller hob or compact setup. It will keep your kitchen smelling and feeling fresh and clean too, thanks to the reliable extraction.

It can move up to 675 cubic metres of air an hour. So, even on the nights when you’re cooking stronger-smelling dishes, this hood will stay on top of all the odours.

The handy intensive setting ensures that any smells are cleared quickly, and the grease filters inside trap all the unwanted particles. Plus, to clean the grease filters, you can simply pop them in the dishwasher or give them a quick hand wash.

Whether you intend to use this cooker hood as an extraction or recirculating unit, the installation is simple. It is very easy to use once installed, and it can be neatly hidden from view for a seamless kitchen design.

See price and reviews on AO.com

Ceiling Hoods

As the name suggests, ceiling hoods are designed to fit into the ceiling. They can either be flush to the ceiling or protrude slightly from the ceiling.

They are a good choice for kitchen islands, offering an uncluttered-looking ceiling.

1. Elica Skydome H30 Built In Ceiling Cooker Hood

Maximum extraction rate: 790 m³/hour
Width: 100 cm

This pricey hood from Elica is designed to fit flush to the ceiling, though in practice it may need to hang down from your ceiling a bit.

It’s offers an unobtrusive yet powerful solution for extracting steam and cooking smells. It’s pretty stylish, and you can adjust the warmth of the LED lights to get the right ambience in your kitchen.

At just 53 decibels on the highest setting, this hood is quiet, so it could be a good choice if you use your kitchen as a social space.

It comes with a smart remote control that you can use to adjust the settings, so you won’t need to get up on a chair to adjust the hood, no matter how high your ceilings are!

2. CIARRA Island Cooker Hood 48 cm CBCB4850

Maximum extraction rate: 700 m³/hour
Width: 48 cm

If you own a larger hob or have a range cooker, the 110 cm width of this cooker hood is ideal. It should ensure that any smells and smoke are quickly expelled from your kitchen.

This powerful hood can move a massive 991 cubic metres of air in an hour on the boost setting. So, when you’re cooking with spices or fish, this cooker hood will power through all the smells and ensure nothing lingers, only the lovely taste of your meal.

Of course, as this cooker hood is so powerful, it’s ideal for larger home kitchens and people who have a preference for stronger-smelling dishes!

This cooker hood is also ideal if an extraction unit isn’t possible, as it also offers the option of being installed as a recirculating hood. So, it will clean the air in your kitchen very quickly and ensure all the grease from cooking is stored in the washable grease filters inside the unit.

Bear in mind it can be pretty noisy at 76 decibels, but this is to be expected for such a powerful hood.

See price and reviews on Amazon.co.uk

Chimney Hoods

Chimney hoods are mounted to the wall and have a ‘chimney’ that is used for the ducting. They’re a good choice for kitchens that have plenty of wall space over the hob.

1. Smeg Victoria KT90BLE 90cm Chimney Cooker Hood

Maximum extraction rate: 788 m³/hour
Width: 90 cm

This modern and stylish chimney cooker hood is the perfect addition to any kitchen island. It will look beautiful in any modern home. Yet, Bosch has designed this with much more than looks in mind.

This is one of the most powerful cooker hoods in this article, moving up to 837 cubic metres of air in an hour.

Yet, it is still whisper-quiet. In fact, even in the boost mode, this cooker hood only reaches 54 dB. So, you can comfortably have a conversation standing underneath this cooker hood.

There are tonnes of amazing features that make this cooker hood stand out as one of the best on the market.

We love the PerfectAir Ventilation system, though. Once you turn the hood on, this mode takes care of the rest. It will increase or decrease the power depending on how much fresh air is needed taking all the guesswork out of it.

You can enjoy cooking while the hood extracts or recirculates all of the air in your kitchen quickly.

See price and reviews on AO.com

Downdraft Hoods

These hoods are built into the counter behind the hob. They can be raised up when you need them, and then slid down out of view when you’re done.

This type of hood can be a good choice for kitchen islands where installing a traditional hood might be impractical. They also tend to be very stylish, and are great for impressing guests!

1. SIA DD90BL 90cm Downdraft Cooker Hood

Maximum extraction rate: 850 m³/hour
Width: 90 cm

This downdraft cooker hood is ideal for an induction hob on a kitchen island. It is 90cm wide too, so it’s perfect for the larger hobs on the market or if you want to make sure that none of the smells from cooking leave the kitchen.

You’ll certainly have the power too. This cooker hood can move an impressive 850 cubic metres of air in an hour. This is enough to keep all of the smells and grease from cooking at bay.

Plus, there are three speed settings and a timer, so you can leave this hood running while you enjoy your dinner.

The cooker hood looks amazing when it is closed, so it won’t interfere with a clean and modern design at all. Plus, you can set this cooker hood up to recirculate or extract the air, so if you have ducting in place, this could be the ideal cooker hood for you.

See price and reviews on Amazon.co.uk

2. Montpellier DDCH60 60cm Downdraft Cooker Hood

Maximum extraction rate: 750 m³/hour
Width: 60 cm

This extractor will look amazing when you aren’t using it. The unit is completely smooth, thanks to the fully touch-screen controls. So, it’s nicely hidden in the counter.

When are using it, you’ll enjoy a powerful extractor will plenty of modes to help you keep the smells and nasty stuff out of your kitchen.

This cooker hood has a timer with several options to choose from. Select the length of time you’d like the extractor to run for, and then leave it to it.

Once the timer ends, the extraction will turn off, and the unit will disappear into the counter automatically.

This is certainly a very powerful extractor and a very reasonably priced one compared with other models on the market.

There are no brand names visible either, so it will blend in nicely with your other appliances.

See price and reviews on Amazon.co.uk

Integrated Hoods

Integrated hoods are a bit like canopy hoods. The difference is that they are designed to fit fully inside a kitchen cabinet unit, giving a sleeker look compared to a canopy hood which is more visible.

1. AEG DGE5661HB 54 cm Integrated Cooker Hood

Maximum extraction rate: 700 m³/hour
Width: 54 cm

This integrated hood from AEG is surprisingly powerful given its small size, measuring just 54 centimetres wide.

It can be installed ducted or used as a recirculating hood, and comes with powerful LED lights so you can easily see what you’re doing as you cook.

The Hob2Hood function connects your hob to the hood, allowing it to automatically adjust the extraction rate based on how you’re using your hob. You will need a compatible AEG hob for this feature, but if you have one, it is a brilliant feature that comes in so handy almost every time you cook.

This product is relatively cheap given how powerful it is, and its small size makes it ideal if you want something unobtrusive or are limited in terms of space.

See price and reviews on AO.com

2. Bosch Serie 2 DEM66AC00B 60 cm Integrated Cooker Hood

Maximum extraction rate: 625 m³/hour
Width: 60 cm

The Bosch Serie 2 DEM66AC00B integrates into a cabinet above your kitchen countertop. At 60 cm wide, it fits well over a standard-sized hob.

This hood can quickly remove cooking odours from medium-sized kitchens thanks to its powerful extraction rate of 625 cubic metres per hour.

It offers a choice of three speeds and is quite easy to install, though it’s fairly noisy.

See price and reviews on AO.com

Visor Hoods

At the time of writing, we couldn’t find any visor hoods that can extract more that 500 m³ of air per hour. If you want something with a very high extraction rate, consider a different type of cooker hood.

What’s the Most Powerful Cooker Hood on the Market?

When researching this article, the most powerful cooker hood we could find was the SIA DD90BL 90cm Downdraft Cooker Hood, which has a maximum extraction rate of 850 m³/hour.

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Top 10 Best Gas Cookers in the UK (2026)

Chef's Pick — Sun, 05 Oct 2025 12:13:23 +0000

Gas cookers are a great addition to any kitchen. They heat up quickly, offer some excellent control when cooking and are perfect for anyone serious about making meals.

Of course, we’re sure you already know that though. Most people who are looking for a gas cooker are replacing an older gas cooker.

Once you have cooked with gas, it can be quite a culture-shock to replace it with an electric cooker.

Now, let’s take a look at the top 10 best gas cookers in the UK!

Best Gas Cookers in the UK

1. Leisure CLB60GCC

Energy rating: A+/A
Width: 60 cm
Number of ovens: 2

This attractive cream gas cooker from British brand Leisure features two gas oven cavities as well as a four-burner gas hob.

The main oven has a capacity of 78 litres with catalytic liners to aid cleaning, while the second oven is 34 litres and can double as a full-width gas grill. The ovens use conventional cooking rather than fans, which can be better for baking.

The hob includes four gas burners with cast iron supports and a rapid burner for quickly boiling a pan of water or using a wok. Another nice feature is that there’s a flame safety device which will automatically switch off the gas supply if the flame goes out.

One downside to this product is that the lower oven is very low, so it’s not ideal if you struggle to bend down. You also need to be careful not to hit your feet when opening the door!

2. Beko KA52NEW

Energy rating: A
Width: 50 cm
Number of ovens: 1

New (replace equivalent black version)

The Beko KA52NES features 61-litre oven with an eye-level grill. The oven is a conventional oven rather than a fan oven, so it’s a good choice for people who prefer more traditional cookers.

This freestanding cooker has an eye-level grill, which is quite rare in cookers these days. It’s great for grilling and toasting without having to bend down.

At just 50 cm wide, this cooker is quite narrow, which is worth bearing in mind before purchasing. Usually, kitchens are designed to accommodate 60 cm appliances, so there might be a gap either side if you choose a 50 cm cooker.

The 61-litre single oven is spacious, so you can easily cook a large roast. However, some people prefer the flexibility of having two ovens.

3. Logik LFTG60B22

Energy rating: A+
Dimensions: 90 cm high x 60 cm deep x 60 cm wide
Number of ovens: 2

This oven from Currys-owned budget brand Logik is one of the cheapest on the market.

It features two ovens, the largest of which has a capacity of 67 litres and is conventional rather than fan assisted. The second oven features a grill feature and has a capacity of 32 litres.

Some people find the main oven to be a bit small. It also only comes with one rack, which is quite inconvenient.

Most people find this oven to be straightforward and easy to use, as well as easy to clean thanks to the enamel coating.

Some say it feels cheaply made though, and a few unlucky users have even had the oven doors fall off shortly after buying.

See price and reviews on Currys.co.uk

4. Beko FDG6272TCSM

Energy rating: A+/A
Dimensions: 90 cm high x 60 cm deep x 60 cm wide
Number of ovens: 2

The Beko FDG6272TCSM offers traditional cooking with a main conventional oven and a second oven with a grill function.

The main oven has a large 78-litre capacity, so it’s a good choice for larger households. It’s also easy to clean thanks to the catalytic liners.

The 4-burner hob provides instant heat and plenty of pan space. The burners have different sizes, so you can choose to cook things gently on the smallest burner, or use the biggest burner for rapid high-heat cooking.

This cooker has a glass lid which you can use to cover the hob when it’s not in use. This makes it safe for pets or children who may touch the hot burners.

One frequent complaint is that the grill in the top oven doesn’t have a temperature control. There are also only two rungs for placing a tray under the grill, so it’s not very flexible.

Most people that this cooker is easy to use and offers very good results.

See price and reviews on Currys.co.uk

5. Kenwood KTG606S22

Energy rating: A+
Dimensions: 90 cm high x 60 cm deep x 60 cm wide
Number of ovens: 2

This reasonably priced cooker from Kenwood looks more expensive than it is, with a nice silver-coloured finish. It offers two conventional ovens, one of which has a grill.

Most people like the look and feel of this cooker, but some find that the grill is slow and doesn’t heat evenly, which can make even simple tasks like toasting bread slow and frustrating. Some people also find that the oven temperature doesn’t reach the temperature you set it to, so you need to set the temperature a bit higher than the actual temperature you want.

On the plus side, the main oven has a 71-litre capacity, so there’s plenty of cooking space. This cooker also looks very smart, and most people find it easy to use.

See price and reviews on Currys.co.uk

6. Montpellier MDOG50LK

Energy rating: A+/A
Width: 50 cm
Number of ovens: 2

This compact 50 cm freestanding gas cooker from Montpellier features two ovens and a four-burner gas hob. The main oven has a capacity of 56 litres, while the top oven provides 24 litres of space. Both ovens are equipped with catalytic liners for easier cleaning. The hob includes four gas burners with enamel pan supports.

This cooker comes with a glass lid that provides additional safety by shutting off the gas when it’s closed. It also comes with an LPG conversion kit, which means you can use it with liquefied petroleum gas if you need to.

One downside to this product is that the main oven capacity is relatively small (56 litres). Therefore, it’s not a great choice for things like big roasts and Sunday dinners. The knobs also feel a bit cheap and aren’t very precise.

See price and reviews on Currys.co.uk

7. Flavel FTCG52W

Energy rating: A+
Width: 50 cm
Number of ovens: 1

This compact 50 cm freestanding gas cooker from Flavel features a main oven with a capacity of 54 litres and a separate 27 litre gas grill. The four-burner gas hob includes burners of varying sizes to accommodate different cooking needs.

The interior of the main oven is made from easy-clean enamel, so you can just wipe it clean. The cooker is also LPG convertible, so you can use it with liquefied petroleum gas if you need to.

This cooker is generally highly rated by users, but some people find that it takes a long time to heat up and that the temperature controls aren’t particularly accurate.

See price and reviews on Currys.co.uk

8. Beko FTG6201K

Energy rating: A+
Width: 60 cm
Number of ovens: 2

This 60 cm freestanding gas cooker from Beko offers a practical design with two cavities: a 72-litre main oven and a-32 litre top oven with a grill. The four-burner gas hob includes a rapid burner for heating things up quickly.

While the Beko FTG6201K offers essential features at a reasonable price, it lacks advanced functionalities such as a fan-assisted oven or catalytic liners for self-cleaning. Additionally, the top oven’s smaller size may limit cooking flexibility.

While this oven can be described as mid-priced, it’s built to a very high standard and is a solid choice if you’re looking for something straightforward and reliable.

See price and reviews on AO.com

9. Rangemaster Classic 60 CLA60NGFBL/C

Energy rating: A+/A
Width: 60 cm
Number of ovens: 1

This 60 cm cooker from Rangemaster has the feel of a range cooker but without taking up so much space. It has two gas ovens: the main lower oven has a large 71-litre capacity, while the top oven (which also features a grill) has a capacity of 31 litres.

On the hob, you’ll find four gas burners, including a wok burner for high-heat cooking. One unique thing about this product is that it comes with a griddle which you can use on top of the gas burners.

This cooker is a bit pricey, but it feels very fancy with a sleek black finish and chrome trim, so it’ll give your kitchen a touch of class.

10. Indesit Cloe IS5G1KMW

Energy rating: A
Width: 50 cm
Number of ovens: 1

This compact gas cooker from Indesit measures 50 cm wide, making it a good choice for smaller gaps.

It’s a straightforward and affordable appliance that features a single oven with a capacity of 59 litres alongside an integrated gas grill. It’s also a safe product to use, since it automatically cuts the gas supply if the flame is extinguished.

The inside of the oven has an easy-clean enamel finish that you can easily wipe down to clean. There’s also a convenient storage compartment beneath the oven, which has the added advantage of meaning that the oven itself isn’t too low down.

This product is generally easy to use, though some people find that the knobs don’t make it very clear what heat setting they are on.

If you’re happy to have just a single oven cavity as opposed to two, the Indesit IS5G1KMW is a good choice at a reasonable price.

See price and reviews on AO.com

Things to Consider When Choosing a Gas Cooker

If you’re thinking about buying a new gas cooker, there are some important things to consider to make sure you pick the best product for your needs.

Consider these things before buying a gas cooker:

Dimensions and capacity

Most gas cookers measure roughly 90 cm high by 60 cm wide and 60 cm deep. However, some models are 55 or 50 cm wide. Measure your space and make sure the cooker you choose will fit before you buy it!

Most gas cookers on the market right now have two oven cavities—a main oven at the bottom and a smaller oven at the top. The capacity is given in litres. The main oven usually has a capacity of around 60-70 litres.

If you’d like something bigger than a regular cooker, with more hob burners and more oven space, you could look into getting a range cooker rather than a regular cooker.

Number and type of burners

On the hob of a gas cooker, you’ll usually find four burners. Sometimes they are all different sizes, whereas other times two or more burners are the same size.

Some gas cookers have a wok burner or a triple-crown burner, which can be used for blasting pans with intense heat. This can be useful for things like stir-frys or when you need to boil a pan of water quickly.

Ease of cleaning

A lot of modern gas cookers have special design features to make them easier to clean than ovens used to be.

Look out for things like catalytic liners, which absorb grease and then burn it off at high temperatures, taking the hard work out of cleaning for you.

Safety features

Most gas cookers these days come with some good safety features such as automatic shut-off to help prevent fires and gas leaks.

Price

At the time of writing, most gas cookers in the UK cost between about £350 and £500.

There are some budget models from brands such as Currys Essentials for less than £300, while high-end models from brands such as Stoves and Belling can cost around £1000.

Energy efficiency and running costs

Gas cookers usually have two energy ratings: one for the main oven and one for the second oven. The most common ratings are A+/A and A/A, though the most energy efficient models have a rating of A+/A+.

One way to get a better idea of how one cooker compares to another is to look in their product descriptions for each oven cavity’s energy usage per cycle. This will give you more detail than the energy rating.

Gas Cooker Glossary

Here’s a quick explanation of the main technical terms you will come across when researching which gas cooker to buy.

13 Amp plug – Most gas cookers in the UK will use a 13 Amp plug. This is just a regular UK plug with a 13 Amp fuse. In the UK, 13 Amp fuses are used for devices with a wattage above 700 watts (such as cookers and washing machines), while 3 Amp fuses are used for devices with a wattage below 700 watts (such as televisions).
Catalytic lining – Catalytic liners are layers that coat the walls of an oven. They are usually made from ceramics. They trap grease and other cooking debris and allow it to be burnt off when the temperature in the oven goes over 200 degrees Celsius. This means you don’t need to manually clean the grease from the walls of the oven, as it simply burns away instead.
Cavity – When it comes to cookers, ‘cavity’ simply refers to the space inside the oven. The size of an oven is usually given in litres (the amount of liquid an oven could theoretically hold). In double ovens, the large oven might be referred to as the ‘main cavity’ and the smaller one might be referred to as the ‘second cavity’.
Double oven – A double oven is a cooker that has two oven compartments. This can be useful if you’re cooking a dish that requires things to be cooked at different temperatures, or if you want to bake something for dessert while cooking a main.
Dual fuel – A dual fuel cooker combines gas hobs with an electric fan oven. Lots of people prefer gas hobs as you don’t have to wait for them to heat up and you have much more control the heat. One advantage of electric fan cookers over gas cookers is that you can set the temperature more precisely and have the same temperature in all parts of the cooker.

Cooker Dimensions Explained

Normally the size of a cooker is given by the width. The most common sizes of gas cookers are:

50 cm – A good choice for narrow spaces.
55 cm – This is quite a rare size, but some 55-cm models are available.
60 cm – The most common width of a gas cooker.

The size of ovens is given in litres. While obviously you wouldn’t fill an oven with liquid, using litres helps you to visualise the amount of space inside.

The average gas cooker will have a capacity of about 60-70 litres in the main oven. Bigger ovens are over 80 litres, whereas small ovens are around 50 litres.

FAQs on Gas Cookers

Are gas cookers being phased out?

The UK government have discussed the possibility of phasing gas cookers out at some point in the future. However, there is no official plan to phase gas cookers out yet as far as we are aware.

Gas cookers are still being made and sold, and there’s no reason to believe they will be phased out soon.

Are gas cookers cheaper to run than electric cookers?

At the time of writing, gas ovens (and therefore gas cookers) are cheaper to run than electric ovens. This isn’t because they are more energy efficient, but rather because gas prices are substantially lower than electricity prices. This means that even though they use more energy per use, they still work out cheaper to run.

Are gas cookers safe to use?

As long as you use it carefully, a gas cooker should generally be safe to use, especially since modern models typically come with several safety features.

However, gas cookers do present a few health and safety concerns that make them potentially less safe than electric cookers.

Gas hobs can present a fire risk, as something could catch fire on the flame. This wouldn’t happen with an induction hob, for example, as induction hobs don’t have a flame and only heat magnetic things places directly over them.

There are also concerns about gas cookers’ impacts on indoor air quality. A 2022 study in California found that gas stoves leak benzene, creating a similar level of benzene in the home to what you’d in second-hand cigarette smoke.

There are also cases where certain models of gas cooker are found to be unsafe and require modification or recalling from the market.

In November 2022, Belling, Stoves and New World confirmed that several of their gas cookers had been found to be unsafe and posed a risk of carbon monoxide poisoning. The brands’ parent company Glen Dimplex Home Appliances (GDHA) agreed to visit every home with one of the affected models in order to implement a technical modification to make them safe.

Conclusion

We hope this look at the best gas cookers in the UK has been helpful in your quest to find your next gas cooker. If we had to pick just one product to recommend it would be Leisure CLB60GCC. It’s a popular and highly rated cooker with an attractive design and good build quality.

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Black Friday Oven, Cooker & Hob Deals in the UK

Chef's Pick — Thu, 21 Nov 2024 09:27:58 +0000

During the Black Friday period, most of the biggest oven and cooker retailers offer attractive deals on appliances.

This can be a great time to pick up a bargain, but the deals aren’t always as good as they look.

In this guide, we’ll share the best places to find Black Friday and Cyber Monday deals on ovens, cookers and hobs, plus some tips on how to tell which deals are the most genuine.

When Is Black Friday 2024?

Black Friday 2024 falls on 29 November, which is the day after Thanksgiving in the US.

The following Monday, is known as Cyber Monday. Cyber Monday is a newer phenomenon, introduced in 2005 as the online equivalent of Black Friday.

These days, Black Friday is more of a period than just a day, since most retailers run sales for several days or weeks, not just one day.

“Cyber Monday” has also lost its meaning a bit, since online retailers run sales on Black Friday as well rather than waiting until the Monday.

All of the biggest cooking appliance retailers are planning to run Black Friday and Cyber Monday sales in 2024. Each retailer will start and end their sales at slightly different times, as you can see below.

Where to Buy Ovens, Cookers & Hobs on Black Friday

AO

AO.com is one of the UK’s biggest appliance retailers. It’s an online-only retailer, with no physical stores.

AO has a very large choice of ovens, cookers and hobs from top brands such as NEFF, Bosch, Hotpoint, Smeg and Beko.

Check their Black Friday page for updates.

Currys

Currys is a large home appliance and electronics retailers with 830 stores in the UK and Europe.

They have a good choice of cooking appliances including several budget models from their own brands LOGIK and Currys Essentials.

Check their Black Friday page for updates.

John Lewis

John Lewis & Partners is one of Britain’s most respected retailers, known for their selection of quality products and good customer service.

As well as homewares and clothing, John Lewis also sell cooking appliances including cookers, ovens and hobs.

John Lewis is a good choice for more premium brands, though they also have their own range of John Lewis appliances which are reasonably priced.

You can see the deals on their Black Friday page.

Amazon

According to Statista, Amazon.co.uk is by far the biggest online retailer in the UK, with net UK sales of over $15 billion dollars (about £12.5 billion pounds) in 2022.

Amazon were largely responsible for popularising Black Friday in the UK when they introduced it on their UK site in 2010.

Unsurprisingly, Amazon is one of the top destinations for British shoppers looking for Black Friday deals.

They have quite a big choice of ovens, cookers and hobs, though many people prefer to buy their appliances from more specialist retailers such as Currys and AO.

See Amazon’s Black Friday page for the latest deals.

Argos

Argos is a British shopping icon, famous for its catalogues and little pens! In recent years, the retailer has been selling more and more online, with 80% of its sales now coming from its website.

Argos’s huge product catalogue includes several electric and gas cookers, ovens and hobs. Their products can usually be either delivered or picked up from a local Argos store or Sainsburys.

You can see some Black Friday deals on their Black Friday page.

Appliance City

Appliance City is a lesser-known retailer, but they have a large choice of ovens, hobs and cookers, so their website is worth checking if you’re looking to buy a kitchen appliance on Black Friday.

Their Black Friday page has lots of deals.

How to Get a Good Deal on Black Friday

Black Friday deals aren’t always what they seem. According to research by Which? in 2020, 85% of products discounted on Black Friday 2019 were available for the same price or less before the day itself.

1. Check the price on other websites

Just because a product is heavily discounted on one website, that doesn’t mean it won’t be available cheaper elsewhere.

Search for the product on other retailer websites to check if they offer it cheaper. You can also use a tool like PriceSpy to see the price on different sites without having to manually check them all yourself.

2. Check the price history

There are a few websites and apps that track the prices of products throughout the year, so you can see whether or not they are really cheaper on Black Friday.

PriceSpy and PriceRunner have this feature to track the lowest price for products across several retailer websites.

For Amazon products, you can use the camelcamelcamel price tracker by searching for the Amazon product URL to see the price history.

3. Don’t pay too much attention to ‘Was’ prices or the percentage discount

Sometimes retailers use the original recommended retail price (RRP) as the ‘Was’ price when showing deals. This can be misleading, as the standard market price of the product might be substantially lower, especially if the product was launched a few years ago.

The percentage discount might therefore not represent the true amount you would be saving compared to the regular price before or after Black Friday.

It’s better to compare the Black Friday price with the price history or competitor prices to see if it’s really a good deal.

4. Check for extra costs such as shipping and installation

Shipping and installation can add a lot to the price of some products, in particular large appliances. A product might be cheaper on one website but have higher shipping and installation costs, so make sure you check this first.

5. Don’t panic buy

The fact that you have a time limit to take advantage of deals before the sale ends can make it feel like you need to rush to buy before the sale is over, to avoid missing out.

“Time pressure” is a common marketing strategy known to increase sales by making buyers feel pressured. If you’re making a big purchase like buying an expensive cooker, you don’t want to be rushed into making a decision you might regret.

Before you hit the ‘Buy’ button, take a few minutes to breathe and make sure you’re really buying the product you want at a fair price!

How to Choose the Right Appliance

We’ve published a lot of articles on cookers, ovens and hobs, so take a look around if you have any questions about choosing the right appliance.

Here are some articles that might help you:

Cookers

Read our guides to the Top 10 Best Gas Cookers and the Top 10 Best Electric Cookers in the UK to see some of the best models on the market.
Read our comparison of the pros and cons of gas vs. electric cookers if you’re not sure which type to buy.

Ovens

Compare the running costs of gas vs. electric cookers to find out how much each will cost you to own.
See our guides to the best built-in double ovens, the best built-under double ovens and the best single ovens on the market in the UK.

Hobs

Read our roundup of the best induction hobs in the UK.
Find out what the most energy efficient hob type is, and how much an induction hob costs to run.

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Top 10 Best Electric Cookers (UK)

Chef's Pick — Sat, 26 Oct 2024 08:16:48 +0000

Electric cookers offer easily controllable even heat distribution and quick cleaning for a busy family home.

They are excellent to cook with, especially when cooking something like a roast where you need every shelf in the oven to be at the same temperature at the same time.

We’ve researched the market and picked out 10 of the best available right now in the UK. Let’s take a look…

Top 10 Electric Cookers in the UK

1. Beko KDC653W

Width: 60 cm
Hob type: Ceramic
Energy rating: A/A
Oven capacity: 69 litres, 36 litres

This energy-efficient cooker from Beko is very pleasing on the eye and would look great in most kitchens. As well as white, you can also get it in a black or silver finish.

This cooker’s two ovens cook evenly and are nice and quiet. The small oven (which also features a grill) is good for cooking for 1-2 people, while the main oven is good for big family meals.

One issue with this cooker is that it can be tricky to get the trays in and out—they are quite tight so you have to wiggle them a bit.

Given its build quality, features and stylish finish, this cooker offers good value for money. It heats up quickly and cooks evenly and quietly.

2. Amica 608CE2TAXX

Width: 60 cm
Hob type: Ceramic
Energy rating: A
Oven capacity: 67 litres

This electric cooker from Polish brand Amica has a single oven rather than a double oven.

The oven has a large 67-litre capacity and has eight built-in functions or cooking programmes, including ‘Rapid Preheating’, ‘Defrosting’ and ‘ECO heating’.

The oven is versatile and can be used for all kinds of cooking and baking tasks since you can control which of the heaters are on at any time, as well as choosing whether or not the fan should be on.

As you’d expect, there’s a grill function built into the oven.

The hob is ceramic rather than induction. Like induction hobs, ceramic hobs heat up quickly and are very easy to clean. However, they’re not quite as responsive or energy efficient.

One thing a lot of people like about this product is that there’s a slide-out drawer underneath for storing pots and pans.

Most users find that this cooker works great and looks good too, while still being affordable.

See price and reviews on AO.com

3. Flavel Milano ML61CDS

Width: 60 cm
Hob type: Ceramic
Energy rating: A
Oven capacity: 65 litres

This Flavel electric cooker provides everything a small family or couple may need for all their cooking needs. It has one fan-assisted oven and one separate grill.

The fan-assisted oven is large enough for most meals, while the grill provides the perfect way of making a full-English breakfast on a Sunday.

Although this electric cooker is smaller than others on this list, it does boast four electric rings on top. So, even if you are lacking slightly in the oven department, you still have enough rings to cook up a stir-fry or a storm!

This electric cooker also has one of the best energy ratings on this list and is just as easy to clean as the rest.

If you are after a small, but efficient electric cooker, this Flavel could be just what you’re looking for.

See price and reviews on Currys.co.uk

4. Currys Essentials CFSEWH18

Width: 50 cm
Hob type: Solid plate
Energy rating: A
Oven capacity: 55 litres

This is one of the cheapest electric cookers on the market, so it could be a good choice if you’re on a budget.

It’s fairly small, with a width of 50 centimetres and a capacity of 55 litres. However, it could be a good choice if you’re cooking for one or two people.

One disappointing thing about this cooker is that although it looks like there is a storage area below the oven, there actually isn’t one.

The Currys Essentials CFSEWH18 is a good budget cooker that is perfect for small amounts of oven cooking. It’s easy to clean and offers good value for money.

See price and reviews on Currys.co.uk

5. Beko XTC611S 60 cm Electric Cooker

Width: 60 cm
Hob type: Ceramic
Energy rating: A
Oven capacity: 69 litres

This affordable cooker from Beko offers a single 69-litre oven plus a separate grill compartment. One nice touch is that you can remove the glass panels on the doors for easy cleaning.

This cooker can take a while to heat up. It’s also a shame that the grill pan doesn’t have a handle, so you need to be careful when taking it out.

This cooker offers good value for money, though it doesn’t have as many features as some of the alternatives.

See price and reviews on Currys.co.uk

6. Zanussi ZCI66280BA

Width: 60 cm
Hob type: Induction
Energy rating: A/A
Oven capacity: 77 litres, 39 litres

This appliance from Zanussi has two separate ovens, perfect for cooking multiple dishes at once.

The top oven also doubles up as a grill or a great place to keep cooked food warm while waiting for other parts of your meal to finish cooking. This oven space is undeniably convenient and a must for big households.

On top of the oven is a modern induction cooktop. These are known for being much more energy-efficient than gas or electric hobs, and a great perk if you want to make your kitchen that bit greener. The overall appliance also has an A-Class energy rating, helping to keep costs down.

Additionally, the control panel for this electric oven is extremely easy to use. With rotary controls for the oven, you can easily spin the dial to the right temperature setting.

There are multiple oven settings too, ensuring everything you cook is baked to perfection. The cooktop is just as easily controlled, this time with a modern touchpad.

See price and reviews on AO.com

7. Beko KTC611K

Width: 60 cm
Hob type: Ceramic
Energy rating: A/A
Oven capacity: 69 litres, 36 litres

This modern-looking cooker from Beko is great for both cooking and baking.

It offers a lot of different functions and options, making it ideal for chefs and bakers who need absolute control.

The hob heats up quickly and is easy to clean thanks to its ceramic finish. However, it can also be easy to scratch if you’re not careful.

This oven is a particularly good option for bakers as it offers you lots of control over the settings. The Beko KTC611K heats up quickly and cooks evenly.

See price and reviews on AO.com

8. Indesit ID67V9KMB/UK

Width: 60 cm
Hob type: Ceramic
Energy rating: A/A
Oven capacity: 78 litres, 49 litres

The Indesit ID67V9KMB/UK electric cooker boasts a sleek design, with a spacious 78-litre fan oven and a ceramic hob with four cooking zones.

The Steam&Clean feature uses hot vapour to help you easily remove burnt-on food, while the Click&Clean function lets you remove the oven door glass so you can easily clean it.

Customer reviews generally praise the cooker’s performance, quick heating, and attractive design.

Users appreciate its energy efficiency and value for money. However, some note that the ceramic hob marks easily, and a few find the bottom oven’s height inconvenient, especially for those with mobility issues.

Overall, it’s a good choice for families looking for a stylish, efficient, and reasonably priced electric cooker.

See price and reviews on AO.com

9. Stoves Sterling 600E

Width: 60 cm
Hob type: Ceramic
Energy rating: A/A
Oven capacity: 65 litres, 37 litres

The Stoves Sterling 600E is a stylish but pricey electric cooker with a stunning stainless-steel finish.

It features two oven cavities. The main oven has a capacity of 65 litres, while the second oven has a capacity of 37 litres and also features a grill.

The ovens are very versatile and have some useful built-in programmes including ‘Defrost’, ‘Bread proving’, ‘Pizza function’, ‘Intensive bake’ and ‘Keep warm’.

Most users find that the ovens cook well and evenly, though some find the top oven to be on the small side.

There’s a four-zone ceramic hob, which heats up quickly and is easy to clean.

This cooker looks very classy and is generally very highly rated by users. A few complaints are that the fan can be noisy, and there are only 3 oven shelves included in total.

See price and reviews on Currys.co.uk

10. Zanussi ZCV66060XE

Width: 60 cm
Hob type: Ceramic
Energy rating: A/A
Oven capacity: 77 litres, 39 litres

This electric cooker boasts two large ovens suitable for cooking even the largest family meal. The bottom oven has a fan that offers perfect heat distribution throughout the oven so no matter where the food placed, it cooks evenly.

The top oven plays host to the grill and a more conventional heating system making it perfect for baking and roasting.

On top, you have a four-zone ceramic hob that provides reliable and responsive heat for boiling, frying and simmering.

Every part of this electric cooker is designed with easy cleaning in mind. From the ceramic hob to the enamel interior, cleaning is as easy as making the mess in the first place!

This is a fantastic cooker. It provides exceptional heat distribution even in the conventional top oven and has plenty of space. Even when it comes time to cook Christmas dinner, you’ll have room to spare!

See price and reviews on Currys.co.uk

How to Choose an Electric Cooker

Choosing an electric cooker is a very personal thing. So, we won’t pretend to know what cooker will suit your home best. However, we can offer some things to consider when buying a new cooker.

Many of these things are overlooked when cooker shopping, but they can make buying your new cooker much easier.

Capacity

All ovens have a litre measurement that tells you how much space each cavity has. For example, a 70-litre capacity means that, in theory, the oven cavity could be filled with 70 litres of water.

While a bigger capacity gives you more cooking space, the larger the capacity of your oven, the more time it will need to heat up. If you’re buying a larger capacity oven because you’ll think it will be handy for a few larger meals throughout the year (for example doing the Christmas turkey), remember that you’ll need to heat it up every other day of the year too.

If it is too larger, it may become frustrating to use when making small meals

How many hob rings?

Most electric cookers have four hob rings, but some larger models (range cookers) can have six or even more. Most families can get by comfortably with four hob rings, but if you’re passionate about cooking, you may feel the need to buy a cooker with more rings and space on the hob. Just remember, though, these cookers are larger, so it will need extra space.

How many ovens?

All-electric cookers have at least one oven, and most will typically have a grill too. However, there are some electric cookers that have two ovens (the top oven is usually a conventional oven and a grill too).

Having the extra oven is super handy for bigger meals—I wouldn’t be without my second oven for Christmas day. Plus, the size of the cooker is the same; it just has more features.

Size/dimensions

Measuring the size of the cooker you need is quite simple. Just simply measure the width, height and depth of the current cooker you have.
If you’re having a new kitchen installed, it could be the perfect time to buy a larger cooker. You may need to adjust the plans for your new kitchen to fit it in, though.

If you have a favourite cooker that you would like installed in a new kitchen, take the dimensions to your kitchen designer. They can create your perfect kitchen around your favourite cooker.

The standard dimensions of a cooker are roughly 90 cm high by 60 cm wide and 60 cm deep. The height and depth rarely change much from model to model, but there is a good choice of narrower cookers measuring 55 or 50 cm wide if you don’t have so much space.

Energy efficiency

Most electric cookers nowadays are extremely energy efficient, but they can vary.

Most models have an energy rating of A if they have a single oven, or A/A if they have two ovens. There are a few models with an energy rating of A+ or A/A+, but they are very rare at the moment.

To get more details on the energy usage of each particular model of electric cooker, you can look at the product detail page on retailer websites, which usually shows the estimated enery usage in kilowatt hours (kWh) per usage or per hour.

Hob type

Most electric cookers these days have a ceramic hob. This is similar to an induction hob in that it heats up quickly and has a smooth ceramic surface that can be easily cleaned just by wiping it down.

Here’s a quick guide to the different hob types you will find on electric cookers:

Solid plate – This is a somewhat outdated hob type that you are more likely to find on budget cookers. They heat up and cool down slowly, so they aren’t very responsive when you want to quickly increase or decrease the heat level. They aren’t as energy efficient as ceramic or induction hobs, as a lot of energy is lost when transferring it to your pots and pans.
Ceramic – Ceramic hobs are smooth and modern-looking. They heat up quickly and are relatively energy efficient, but aren’t quite as responsive or energy efficient as induction hobs.
Induction – Induction hobs are the most modern and typically most expensive hob types. They look just like ceramic hobs, but are more energy efficient and you can turn the heat up and down instantly, like you can on a gas hob.

If you have the budget, we’d recommend choosing a cooker with an induction hob since they offer better performance and are more energy efficient. However, cookers with these hobs are pretty expensive, as this technology is still relatively new and costly to manufacture.

Electric Cookers vs. Gas Cookers

Everyone has a preference when it comes to the type of cooker they like using. Your preference is typically influenced by which cooker you have used in the past.

For example, if you have an electric cooker already, you’ll likely stick to what you know as your kitchen is already set up for an electric cooker and you know how to cook with an electric cooker.

However, exploring your options when buying a cooker is never a bad thing. So, here are some pros and cons of electric and gas cookers.

Electric Cookers Pros

Quick to cook with
Easy to clean (especially hobs)
Heats evenly

Electric Cookers Cons

Slightly more expensive to run
Don’t offer instant heat
More expensive to run

So, an electric cooker offers easy cleaning and the way it distributes heat offers easy cooking. While a gas cooker is cheaper to run, it doesn’t offer the heat control of an electric cooker.

On average, you are looking at spending about £20 a year to use a gas cooker compared to £40 a year for an electric cooker.

So, depending on your yearly budget and how easy you want cooking to be, you should choose the cooker that offers the most for your home and family.

Which is more important to you, cheaper running costs or being able to cook meals more easily?

Unfortunately, there’s no definite answer to the question of which type of cooker is best—electric or gas.

Electric Cooker FAQs

Are electric cookers cheaper to run than gas?

Electric cookers are typically more expensive to run than gas cookers.

The reason for this is that electricity prices are currently much higher than gas prices. Electric cookers are more energy efficient than gas cookers, but they still work out more expensive to run since electricity prices are so high.

Can you just plug in an electric cooker?

Electric cookers are generally rated at more than 3kW, which means they need to be hardwired and can’t just be plugged into a 13-amp plug.

Can I install electric cooker myself?

If you know what you are doing, you can install an electric cooker yourself. However, you will still need to have a qualified electrician inspect your work when you have finished and issue you a Minor Electrical Installation Works Certificate.

Most retailers offer an installation service when you buy an electric cooker, so it will usually make sense to use this rather than trying to do it yourself, unless you’re an electrician.

Conclusion

We hope this look at the best electric cookers in the UK has helped you choose your next cooker. If we had to pick just one to recommend it would be the Beko KDC653W. It’s one of the most highly rated and popular electric cookers in the UK right now, and offers all the essential features the average home chef needs.

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Best Burger Presses (UK)

Chef's Pick — Wed, 28 Feb 2024 20:06:27 +0000

A burger press is a very handy gadget to have if you want to start making your own burgers. You can also use burger presses for making things like fishcakes and potato fritters.

Homemade burgers are healthier than shop-bought ones as they don’t contain any artificial additives or preservatives. When you make your own burgers, you know exactly what goes into them.

It’s fun to experiment with different combinations of herbs and spices until you have your own perfect recipe. You could even make a lot of burgers in one go and put them in the freezer.

Burger presses are very simple to use: you just add your mince blended with herbs and spices and then press it into a burger shape. This is easier and less messy than trying to mould it into a burger shape with your hands.

Here are five of the most popular and highly rated burger presses available in the UK. They can all be used to make quarter pounders or other sized burgers depending on how much meat you use.

Best Burger Presses in the UK

1. GWHOLE Non Stick Burger Press

Diameter: 12 cm
Materials: Die-cast aluminium, with a plastic handle

This burger press comes with 100 non-stick waxed paper discs to make it easy to remove the burgers once you’ve pressed them. It’s made from die-cast aluminium and is designed to be non-stick.

The GWHOLE burger press makes burgers measuring roughly 11 cm across by 2 cm deep.

It’s simple to use and easy to clean, and the waxed paper discs included are handy for stopping the burgers from sticking.

One downside is that it doesn’t come with any instructions, but you don’t really need instructions since it’s so easy to use.

The GWHOLE Non Stick Burger Press is a great choice if you want to start making homemade burgers. The paper discs included make getting the finished burgers out very quick and easy.

See price and reviews on Amazon.co.uk

2. Rösle 25083 PRO Burger Press

Diameter: 11 cm
Materials: Stainless steel

This burger press from Rösle allows for simple and easy shaping of delicious hamburgers. With a sturdy stainless-steel design, it’s ideal for creating larger patties between 100-350g.

It has a solid design that offers long-term durability and is very easy to clean.

As well as making burgers, you can also use this gadget for fish cakes and other similar foods.

This is the perfect option for those with heavy-duty hamburger requirements. The press even helps to keep multiple patties the same size for a satisfying uniformity aesthetic.

However, it’s important to remember that this is not designed as a grilling aid, or for use on top of a grill.

See price and reviews on Amazon.co.uk

3. GRÄWE Burger Press

Diameter: 12 cm
Materials: Aluminium, plastic handle

Designed by German cookware brand GRÄWE, this is the perfect press for those who love that classic sear-marked burger look.

Developed with a firm handle and a sturdy aluminium base, it helps to produce uniform patties at a very reasonable price.

This burger press is easy to clean, with no hidden areas for meat to get stuck.

The sear marks make your burgers look more visually appealing, and it comes with separation papers to prevent patties sticking together.

One downside is that it must be hand-washed rather than washed in the dishwasher in order to maintain long term durability.

See price and reviews on Amazon.co.uk

4. Kitchen Craft Hamburger Maker

Materials: Plastic

The Kitchen Craft Hamburger Maker is a plastic burger press that is a bit different to the metal presses reviewed above.

It’s a very affordable burger press, so it might be a good option if you’re just getting started with making your own burgers and don’t want to invest too much money.

It creates burgers measuring roughly 8.5 cm x 1.8 cm, and comes with 100 wax discs included to prevent burgers from sticking to the press.

This burger press makes very uniformly sized burgers, and it’s easy to compact them properly.

The burgers it makes are relatively small (8.5 cm x 1.8 cm), but this size is fine for most people.

This is a cheap and effective burger press that works surprisingly well given that it’s made from plastic. The burgers it makes are very professional looking, if a little small.

See price and reviews on Amazon.co.uk

5. Mountain Grillers Burger Press Hamburger Maker

Diameter: 12.5 cm
Materials: Plastic

For those who enjoy consistently thick, juicy burgers, this is one of the best burger presses you can buy, with a number of sizing options available to suit a variety of demands.

The flexibility of the design allows you to add an abundance of your favourite toppings without any hassle!

While it is made from plastic, it still feels strong. The design is also dishwasher friendly, so it’s easy to clean.

One issue is that meat is prone to sticking to the press upon removal, but it’s easy to clean off if this happens.

Overall, this is a great choice for creating adventurous burgers, without having to spend a lifetime cleaning afterwards!

See price and reviews on Amazon.co.uk

What Is a Burger Press?

A burger press is a really simple kitchen tool.

First, you pop some of your delicious burger mixes into it. My partner makes a cracking burger with lean beef mince, some breadcrumbs and an array of spices that I have not been allowed to divulge on here! Sorry, but they are very tasty, so I would like to keep enjoying them.

Next, you add the top of the press and press the meaty goodness down into a patty. That is pretty much it.

The burger press ensures that the patty is nice and solid, and thin. If you want a thicker patty, simply don’t press down as hard on the handle, or add more mix.

However, a thinner patty means less cooking time and more moisture in the burger. More moisture means more tastiness.

Are Burger Presses Worth It?

My partner has a burger press and uses it whenever we make burgers. Not only does it make each burger really easy to make, but it also makes them a uniform thickness and size, which makes cooking times really simple.

So, if you often cook burgers for a lot of people, that can be really handy. If you’re also cooking burgers on the BBQ, a burger press can be used to firm your patties up, which means they won’t crumble and fall onto the coals of the BBQ. Again, very handy.

So, burger presses can be really worth it.

Plus, a burger press really isn’t too large and doesn’t cost that much either. And most burger presses on the market offer way more than simply pressing some meat together.

Well, okay, burger presses say they are multifunctional but can only really be used to make burgers in different sizes. That’s fine by us, though.

Burger Press FAQs

How do you keep burgers from sticking to the burger press?

Having burgers constantly stick to a burger press can be very frustrating. After all, you’re using a burger press to make the process easier, not harder.

One of the best ways of keeping burgers from sticking to a burger press is to use a non-stick press.

Non-stick burger presses have a textured surface. This surface creates small air pockets between the meat and the press and ensures that nothing sticks during use.

Take the GWHOLE burger press above, for example. There is a very light texture on the surface of this press.

This is just enough to create air gaps between the meat and press, so your burgers don’t stick.

You can use water on the base of the press to help with any sticking issues too, and this method works for any burger press.

Do you oil a burger press?

You can use oil in the burger press to prevent the burgers from sticking, but water is a better option.

Burgers don’t need much oil during the cooking process as the fat they contain gets all the sizzling done for you.

So, introducing oil into the burger press can result in a greasy burger. If you’re having trouble with sticking, put some water on the faces of the press.

This will allow you to press the burgers as hard as you like but will create surface tension on the faces of the press and ensure your burgers won’t stick.

What can you use instead of a burger press?

Burger presses are useful, but they aren’t a kitchen essential. Many chefs simply use their hands to shape burgers and then a flat palm to press them. If you have a lot of experience making burgers this way, they can be very uniform with this method.

If you don’t have much experience with this burger-making technique, though, your burgers may not be uniform.

Of course, burgers not being uniform isn’t a big deal aesthetically unless you are entering a burger beauty pageant.

However, non-uniform burgers can cook at different rates and times, so a uniform shape and size is actually quite important.

If you don’t have a burger press right now, there is an amazingly easy way to batch out burgers with things you likely already have in your kitchen. You’ll need two baking trays, some water and your meat.

Add a little water to the top of one of the baking trays and the bottom of the other. The trays don’t need to be swimming in water. Just add enough to wet the surface.

Then portion out your meat for the patties and add them to the baking tray with water on the top of it.

Grab the tray with water on the bottom and put it over the balls of meat, and smash it down.

Give it a good press, lift it up, and you’ll have some delicious burgers. You can use this burger-making technique to make as many burgers as will fit on the tray too.

Conclusion

If we had to pick just one burger press to recommend, it would be the GWHOLE Non Stick Burger Press. It’s easy to use and easy to clean, and comes with 100 handy paper discs to stop your burgers from sticking.

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Best Ceramic Hobs (UK)

Chef's Pick — Wed, 28 Feb 2024 19:56:13 +0000

Ceramic hobs are easy to clean, look great and typically have lots of great safety features.

Read on for our roundup of the best ceramic hobs available in the UK, plus more info on what ceramic hobs are and what you need to consider when choosing one.

Best Ceramic Hobs in the UK

1. Bosch Serie 2 PKE611CA3E Ceramic Hob

Width: 59 cm

With four different zones available, this ceramic hob from Bosch is a sleek yet practical choice for creating a variety of delicious meals.

Each ring is appropriately spaced to allow for a number of different pans at once.

The hob heats up rapidly so that you can get cooking as quickly as possible.

Overall, this is the best ceramic hob for those who have straightforward, no nonsense cooking requirements. It heats up quickly and looks very smart and modern.

It’s generally easy to clean, though cleaning the knobs are a bit tricky since they can’t be detached.

2. Stoves SEH602SCTC Ceramic Hob

Width: 59 cm

This ceramic hob from Stoves offers the perfect solution to hectic cooking sessions, with four generously spaced hob zones.

Touch slider controls allow you to effortlessly adjust heat levels, and cleaning can be completed in just a few wipes. You can even set timers for each ring to automatically turn them off as you please.

This is the best ceramic hob for those who want something that is both rich in features and great value for money.

There is a small learning curve involved to effectively use all of the features, but it’s still pretty straightforward.

If cleaning is a soul-destroying task, you will really appreciate the presence of touch controls instead of knobs!

See price and reviews on AO.com

3. Samsung C61R2AEE Ceramic Hob

Width: 57.5 cm

This hob looks smooth and sleek on a kitchen countertop since it uses touch controls. It has four heat zones and features a control panel lock to prevent kids from turning it on.

It heats up quickly and has an auto shut-off function so you it will turn itself off if you forget to switch it off.

The Samsung C61R2AEE is a high-quality product that looks impressive and heats up quickly. One downside is that the rings are quite close together, which limits where you can fit larger pans.

However, there is quite a big gap between the rings on the left and those on the right, so you can still fit two big pans on the hob as long as they aren’t on the same side.

See price and reviews on AO.com

4. GIONIEN Ceramic Hob 60cm Electric Cooktop Burner

Width: 60 cm

Completed with an elegant black glass finish, Gionien’s ceramic hob offers a variety of features at a very reasonable price tag.

With a total of nine power levels, it provides you with a higher level of control over cooking temperatures to cater for more intricate dishes.

This hob can be quickly installed in under an hour and has some useful safety features included such as the Child Lock, and Automatic Switch Off.

One downside is that the rings are quite close together which isn’t ideal for big pans and woks.

All in all, this ceramic hob offers excellent value for money for those on a budget!

See price and reviews on Amazon.co.uk

5. Logik LCHOBKN23 Electric Ceramic Hob

Width: 59 cm

The LCHOBKN23 ceramic hob is a popular product from Currys’ own brand Logik. It’s one of the cheapest ceramic hobs on the market, and could be a good choice if you’re on a budget.

It has four cooking zones with 12 power levels, which you control using knobs rather than touch controls.

This hob is a good budget option that works very well for the price. It’s very easy to clean food spills off this hob, but it does accumulate stains and marks unless you really scrub it hard.

See price and reviews on Currys.co.uk

6. Beko HIC64102 Ceramic Hob

Width: 58 cm

The Beko HIC64102 is another ceramic hob with traditional-style knobs. It could be a good option for people who don’t get on with touch controls, including vision-impaired people who can’t use touch controls.

Like pretty much all hobs, this one has four heat zones. Each heat zone has six power levels and has a residual heat indicator that glows to show you that it’s still hot.

The Beko HIC64102 is a reasonably priced hob with easy-to-use traditional knobs rather than fiddly touch controls.

Like many ceramic hobs, the Beko HIC64102 is easy to wipe clean but can accumulate stains quite easily.

See price and reviews on AO.com

Pros and Cons of Ceramic Hobs

One of the biggest advantages of ceramic hobs are that they are easy to clean. However, you have to be careful not to scratch them. Here’s a summary of their pros and cons.

Pros

Easy to clean
Look stylish
Heat up quicker than solid plate electric hobs

Cons

Like all electric hobs, you can’t control the heat instantaneously
Can scratch easily
Spills can become permanent stains

Ceramic Hob FAQs

What is a ceramic hob?

A ceramic hob is an electric cooker hob that has a ceramic veneer, making it easy to keep clean. The name ‘ceramic hob’ refers to the material use, not the way the hob works. The other main type of electric hob is referred to as a ‘solid plate’ hob.

Is a halogen hob the same as a ceramic hob?

Halogen hobs use infrared radiation to heat food and also produce a red light that lets you know that they’re hot.

The surface of a halogen hob is made from ceramic glass. Therefore, halogen hobs are ceramic hobs. However, not all ceramic hobs are halogen hobs.

What is the difference between induction and ceramic hobs?

Induction hobs often use a ceramic surface, and can therefore be described as a type of ceramic hob. However, not all ceramic hobs are induction hobs.

Induction hobs create a magnetic field between the hob and the pan. They are more efficient because they only heat the pan, not the hob itself. However, they only work with certain types of pan.

Can you get a ceramic hob with knobs?

Many ceramic hobs use a touch interface on the hob’s surface rather than traditional knobs. However, a few ceramic hobs have knobs, for example the John Lewis JLBICH601 and the Beko HIC64102.

Having raised knobs rather than touch controls makes the hob a bit harder to clean, but if you prefer them to touch controls it might be worth sacrificing the ease of cleaning.

Do you need special pans for a ceramic hob?

If your ceramic hob is an induction hob, you will need pans made from magnetisable metal (see some recommendations here).

If your hob isn’t an induction hob, any pan will work but you should avoid copper and exposed aluminium pans, as they can damage the hob’s surface.

The best pans for a ceramic hob are those made from hard anodised stainless steel or heavy-gauge coated aluminium.

Are ceramic hobs expensive to run?

We couldn’t find any data directly comparing the cost of running ceramic hobs against other types. Ceramic hobs are more expensive to run than induction hobs as they are less energy efficient.

Do ceramic hobs break easily?

Ceramic hobs are made from strong ceramic glass which does not break easily. You’re only likely to break a ceramic hob if you drop a heavy object on it, for example if a pan or jar falls onto the hob from a shelf or cupboard above it. However, ceramic hobs can scratch easily.

Can you replace the glass on a ceramic hob?

If your ceramic hob is cracked, the hob is no longer safe to use and needs to be either repaired or replaced.

In theory you could buy a replacement glass part and install it yourself, but this normally costs almost as much as buying a new hob, and unless you’re an experienced professional you may not attach the glass correctly. For most people it will make more sense to buy a new hob.

Conclusion

If we had to pick just one product to recommend as the best ceramic hob, it would be the Bosch Serie 2 PKE611CA3E since it is easy to use, has good temperature controls, heats up quickly and is easy to clean, making it very popular with users.

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Best Built-Under Double Ovens (UK)

Chef's Pick — Fri, 09 Feb 2024 09:07:01 +0000

Many of the most popular ovens sold in the UK are built-under double ovens. This means that they are designed to fit neatly under your kitchen worksurface and have two oven cavities, allowing you to cook at two different temperatures at once.

Many double ovens feature a grill in one compartment, so you can grill something in one compartment while using the oven feature in the other.

This makes them quite versatile and good for cooking more complex dishes or preparing different food for different members of the family.

In this article we’ll look at some of the most popular and highly rated built-under double ovens on the market right now, and explain more about what double ovens are, whether or not you should choose one and what to look for when making a purchase.

Best Built-Under Double Ovens in the UK

1. Belling BI702FPCT

Capacity of oven cavities: 54L, 38L
Energy rating: A/A

The BI702FPCT is a well-made built-under oven from respected British brand Belling.

When it comes to price, the Belling BI702FPCT is mid-range. It’s not the cheapest oven on the market, but it certainly isn’t the most expensive either.

The main cavity in the Belling BI702FPCT is an electric fan oven, which has a capacity of 54 litres. The second cavity has a capacity of 38 litres, and comes with a useful grill function.

If you want, you can connect this oven to your smartphone via Bluetooth to give you control over baking or cooking times without having to touch the oven itself.

This oven is quiet, even when the fan is running. It’s easy to use and is built to last.

One downside is that the markings on the temperature dial go up by 50 degrees at a time, so it can be hard to set exact temperatures.

If you’re a keen baker and need to set your oven temperature very precisely it might not be ideal, but for everyday cooking it’s a great choice.

See price and reviews on AO.com

2. NEFF N50 J1ACE2HN0B

Capacity of oven cavities: 47L, 34L
Energy rating: A/B

The NEFF N50 J1ACE2HN0B is a stylish, attractive oven with a classy stainless-steel finish. It’s relatively expensive, but is very highly rated by users.

This oven has two cavities. The main oven cavity is a fan oven which distributes heat evenly, making it ideal for baking. With a capacity of 47 litres, it’s relatively small.

The second cavity has a capacity of 34 litres and is a conventional oven with an extra grill function.

The interior of both oven cavities is lined with grease-proof enamel, which makes it very easy to clean.

One nice design function is that you can fully slide baking trays out to check on them.

Depending on how your kitchen is configured, this oven could go underneath a work surface or be installed at eye level.

3. Indesit Aria IDU 6340 IX

Capacity of oven cavities: 59L, 37L
Energy rating: B/A

The Indesit Aria IDU 6340 IX is an inexpensive built-under double oven with a stylish stainless-steel finish.

With a capacity of 59 litres, this oven’s main cavity is one of the largest on this list. The main cavity is a fan oven, while the second cavity is a conventional oven with a grill feature.

Like many ovens on the market today, the Indesit Aria IDU 6340 IX has a grease-proof enamel coating on the inside which makes it very easy to clean.

This oven comes with feet, which are optional and can be easily removed.

This oven offers great value for money, and is generally very highly rated by users.

There isn’t much to complain about, though one minor downside is that there is only one tray included for each oven.

4. Hisense BID75211XUK

Capacity of oven cavities: 54L, 38L
Energy rating: A/A

The BID75211XUK is a mid-priced double oven from Chinese brand Hisense.

The 54-litre capacity main oven is a fan oven, which ensures the heat is distributed evenly. The smaller second oven is a conventional oven with a built-in grill.

Some of the Hisense BID75211XUK’s features include a programmable timer, which means you don’t need to worry about remembering to switch the oven off, and a child lock to help prevent kids from accidentally turning the oven on.

Like most ovens these days, the Hisense BID75211XUK has a grease-proof enamel lining on the inside, which makes cleaning the oven as simple as wiping it down.

One downside to this product is that the grill pan doesn’t have a handle, so you will need a good pair of oven gloves!

5. Hotpoint Class 2 DU2540IX

Capacity of oven cavities: 59L, 37L
Energy rating: A/A

The Hotpoint Class 2 DU2540IX is a very reasonably priced double oven from a well-known brand.

The main oven is a fan oven with a capacity of 59 litres, making it relatively large for a built-under double oven. The fan is fairly quiet, unlike some fan ovens which can be very noisy.

The second oven is a conventional oven with a handy grill function for making toast or grilling sausages.

The Hotpoint Class 2 DU2540IX comes with feet, which can be removed if you prefer. It’s designed to go under a work surface rather than at eye level.

This oven offers great value for money, is easy to use and is well made, as you’d expect from Hotpoint.

Things to Consider When Shopping for a Built-Under Double Oven

Here are some things to think about when purchasing a built-under double oven.

Do you definitely want a built-under oven?

Remember that a built-under oven isn’t the same as a built-in oven. Built-under ovens go under your kitchen worksurface, whereas built-in ovens sit at eye level. This means that built-under ovens aren’t a great choice if you have back problems and find it hard to bend down.

Is the main cavity big enough?

One of the main disadvantages of double ovens is that neither of the two cavities is as large as a single oven. If you need to cook large dishes such as roasts, look for a double oven with a large main cavity.

Do you have enough space?

Make sure you measure the space in your kitchen before ordering an oven. Built-under double ovens usually measure about 59.5 cm wide x 55 cm deep x 72 cm high, and fit in a standard kitchen appliance space.

Built-Under Double Oven FAQs

What is a double oven?

A double oven is simply an oven with two different cooking spaces, or cavities. Each cavity can be controlled independently, so you can cook things at different temperatures, or just use one of the cavities if you’re cooking something small.

What is a built-under double oven?

“Built-under double oven” refers to double ovens designed to fit under your kitchen countertop. They usually measure slightly less than 60 cm wide by 60 cm deep, which is the standard size for kitchen appliances and means they will fit under the average kitchen worksurface.

Built-under ovens are a type of integrated oven, in contrast to electric cookers that feature a hob as well.

Is a single or double oven better?

This all depends on your cooking habits. Here are a few things to think about.

Cooking large roasts? Then choose a single oven.
If you need to be able to cook large roasts, Christmas dinners and other dishes that require a large oven space, go for a single oven. Single ovens usually have a larger capacity than either of the cavities on a double oven. This makes single ovens better suited to large roasts where you need a lot of space.
Cooking for one? Then choose a double oven.
If you’re cooking small dishes for one or two people, it will be quicker and more energy efficient to heat up one small oven cavity in a double oven.
Frequent grill user? Consider a double oven.
A common complaint among single oven owners who use the built-in grill frequently is that it smokes, since fat from the food you cook in the oven splashes onto the grill. Therefore, a double grill with a separate grill space can be a good option.

Are built-in ovens the same as built-under ovens?

No, built-in ovens are designed to be positioned at eye level, whereas built-under ovens go under the kitchen countertop.

Both are roughly 60 cm wide by 60 cm deep, but built-in ovens are slightly taller (about 85-90 cm), whereas built-under ovens are about 70-75 m high.

Can you use a built-in oven as a built-under?

No, built-in ovens are usually too tall to fit under the kitchen work surface without the door hitting the floor as you open it.

Kitchen countertop in the UK are usually 90 cm high. Built-in double ovens are usually 88 cm, so if you fitted it under a countertop the door wouldn’t be able to open properly.

Do built-under ovens have feet?

Some built-under ovens come with feet, while others don’t. Product descriptions on retailer websites usually state if an oven comes with feet.

What’s the difference between class 2 and class 4 ovens?

Ovens from Hotpoint have a class number, the most popular of which are 2 and 4.

This doesn’t have anything to do with energy efficiency classes, which are denoted by letters and plus symbols, for example A+.

It doesn’t refer to the appliance class either, which is used to differentiate between what protective-earth connection different electrical devices need.

Instead, the classes appear to simply be a naming convention created by Hotpoint to refer to the quality of the product. The higher the class number, the higher the price.

Therefore, a class 4 oven is one that Hotpoint believe to be higher quality than a class 2 oven, and it is therefore more expensive.

Conclusion

If we had to pick just one built-under double oven to recommend it would be the Belling BI702FPCT. It’s one of the most popular products on the market, and is highly rated by buyers. It’s reasonably priced, looks stylish and is easy to clean.

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