Best Convection Ovens for Faster Cooking in the UK

The people behind this convection oven from Swan say that the style-conscious homeowners were their target audience when they were busy designing it. And we can certainly see their point. Of course, these things are always in the eyes of the beholder, but we really liked the combination of a retro style that gives off a classic 60s vibe with some of the more high-end technologies.

Now, we're not saying that they didn't sacrifice anything for the visual appeal. In the Grill and Convection modes, the appliance won't give you more than 900 watts to work with, so it might take its time with some of the more complicated and demanding meals. But, other than that, there isn't much to complain about here.

The model comes equipped with 12 auto-cook programs, so you will be able to explore a variety of different options. It'll help you heat up leftovers or cook a proper meal from scratch. There's also a defrost setting that will allow you to prepare frozen food in a matter of minutes.

The 60-minute timer will give you the ability to cook with accuracy and precision. The pull handle door is as stylish as it is practical. The dials are convenient and intuitive. Plus, they include a child safety lock, a nice touch that will keep your children and your oven from harm's way.

All in all, the Swan SM22080CN is no slouch from a technological standpoint. But its cooking capabilities are more of a complementary piece to the fabulous retro design. So, if you're looking to bring that vintage feel to your kitchen or make a design statement, this is a product for you.

The Sharp R-959SLMAA is an absolute powerhouse of an oven and the perfect fit for those people who enjoy cooking. With its 40-litre capacity, you will be able to make a dinner not just for your family but also for a whole group of friends.

But the capacity is not the only thing that stands for the Sharp R-959SLMAA. The double layer is what further enhances its usability, allowing you to prepare much more sizable meals and diversify your usual culinary routine. On top of all that, the model also comes with 2 baking trays, so you'll be able to prepare 2 meals at the same time.

It is a sophisticated appliance but you don't have to be a culinary genius to put it to good use. For the most part, it is because the admittedly expensive piece of cookware features a sensor cook function. The latter utilises humidity sensors to measure your food's level of humidity and automatically adjusts the power level and the cooking time to keep your food nice and juicy.

Aside from that, in addition to the standard set of auto-cook programs, the Sharp R-959SLMAA features 3 express cook modes and 3 express defrost programs which are quite practical.

In conclusion, the Sharp R-959SLMAA is the perfect fit for a large family that likes to throw parties and all kinds of social gatherings. With it, you will be able to keep both your guests and your family members happily well-fed.

Convection ovens are great but they do have a tendency to dry out products when used incorrectly. Fortunately, that will unlikely be the case with the Russell Hobbs RHM3002.

Not unlike other models on our list, what we have here is a powerful appliance. It can be used as a 900-watt microwave. But It will also give you 1100 watts of grill power and a 2500-watt convection.

And, dissimilar to those models, the appliance from Russell Hobbs comes with a whopping 10 power level settings. This way, you won't just have a variety of cooking methods at your disposal but you'll also be far less likely to undercook or overcook some of the more demanding dishes.

It isn't the most sizable combo oven on our list but those 30 litres of capacity will give you more than enough internal cavity space for some of the larger bowls and plates.

Of course, the usual auto-cook settings are there, precisely 10 of them. There is also a defrost function that works with both time and weight settings. The relatively standard digital timer doesn't differ that much from your usual deal but we've found the dial to be particularly convenient. Finally, the crisp stainless steel design looks as sleek as ever and the stainless steel interior makes it easy to clean the appliance afterward.

To put it differently, the Russell Hobbs RHM3002 will provide you with all the benefits of your standard, conventional oven but with the speed of a microwave. Obviously, it will microwave. But it will also bake, grill, and roast for you, making it a particularly versatile piece of kitchenware.

The Russell Hobbs RHM2572CG is one of the more well-balanced options on the market. Featuring a 25-litre capacity, it may not seem like the best appliance out there for large families. But in spite of the latter fact, the model incorporates a rather wide 31.5-centimetre glass turntable. The size of that turntable will allow you to bake sizable cakes or prepare an entire grilled chicken.

As far as power is concerned, we would like to focus on the convection fan that features 2500 watts of that power. Using the right power setting, you will be able to prepare a proper meal in no time at all.

And, as convection ovens usually do, the meal will be evenly baked, roasted, browned, or grilled from all sides. The Convection mode with that kind of power is perfect for making lasagnas, pizzas, cottage pies, or baked potatoes.

The model in question is also one of the least expensive multifunctional ovens out there. But it has just about everything you would want out of an appliance like that.

Aside from everything we've mentioned earlier, this piece of cookware comes equipped with weight and time defrost settings. The people behind it didn't forget to include a child safety lock. A control panel is functional enough. And, along with the oven, you'll get a grill rack and a baking tray.

Bottom line, this convection oven from Russell Hobbs is one of the most affordable and well-balanced options on the market right now. It has all the markings of some of the more expensive combination ovens but without the usual price tag of one.

There are a few things we liked about the Igenix IG2590. First, with 51.3 x 49.8 x 30.6 centimetres in overall dimensions, it is one of the smallest and most compact convection ovens we've laid our eyes on. Now, it isn't that much smaller than your standard combination oven. But a centimetre here and a millimetre there will allow you to save some of that precious tabletop space and, sometimes, that's all that matters.

Naturally, the compact frame alone makes this model a good choice for people dwelling in some of the smaller places of residency. But we would also be remiss to mention its particularly silent operation. The appliance doesn't produce a whole lot of noise even when it reaches the highest power level. That makes it an absolutely great fit for individuals living in those studio flats where the living room and the kitchen are the same room.

The black housing and the mirror glass door make the appliance look modern and stylish enough to compliment just about any kitchen. The usual 10 auto-cook programs include Popcorn, Potato, Pizza, Pasta, and Meat. The power and the capacity are fairly standard. But we cannot necessarily say the same about a few extra settings.

First, there's a Quick Start function, a self-explanatory option that will speed up the cooking, heating, or defrosting process. There's also the Multi-Stage Cooking, a particularly helpful function as it will allow you to programme two separate cooking sequences. Using the latter, you'll be able to defrost your food and cook it in one go.

Again, the compact size alone makes the Igenix IG2590 worth the attention of certain customers. Add to that a few extra settings and you have yourself a convenient and functional convection oven that will prove to be a great addition to any kitchen.