What Is The UK’s Best Freestanding Oven?
With no need to be built into kitchen cabinets, freestanding ovens offer plenty of flexibility when it comes to placement and room layout. There’s also no need to buy a separate stovetop, meaning your oven will be ready to go as soon as you’ve connected it up. If you’re in the market for a new oven, whether you’re renovating the whole kitchen or just looking for an upgrade, in this article we’ll look at the best freestanding ovens currently on the market.
Freestanding Oven Reviews
Offering simple style and excellent functionality, this Russell Hobbs RH60EDOEH6001B Freestanding Electric cooker is a versatile choice for many home kitchens.
Offering an impressive 105-iltre capacity across its two oven cavities, this oven has plenty of space for cooking but still doesn’t take up too much room. It measures 60 cm wide which makes it a good option for small and large kitchens alike.
This fan assisted electric cooker offers several cooking functions and is fitted with a four-zone ceramic hob. It’s easy to clean and looks highly contemporary.
To assist with cooking, there is also a clock and timer built into the unit.
Overall, this Russell Hobbs oven is both functional and stylish, offering a fan-assisted oven and grill.
Offering simple style and excellent functionality, this Russell Hobbs RH60EDOEH6001B Freestanding Electric cooker is a versatile choice for many home kitchens.
Offering an impressive 105-iltre capacity across its two oven cavities, this oven has plenty of space for cooking but still doesn’t take up too much room. It measures 60 cm wide which makes it a good option for small and large kitchens alike.
This fan assisted electric cooker offers several cooking functions and is fitted with a four-zone ceramic hob. It’s easy to clean and looks highly contemporary.
To assist with cooking, there is also a clock and timer built into the unit.
Overall, this Russell Hobbs oven is both functional and stylish, offering a fan-assisted oven and grill.
Perfect for smaller kitchens, this Haden HECT50W Electric Cooker measures 50 cm wide but still offers a total capacity of 78 litres.
It features a stovetop, oven and powerful 1000 W grill, making it possible to cook up a variety of dishes in the kitchen. The main oven has a capacity of 52 litres and the top grill space has a 26-litre capacity.
The doors to the oven are double paned, helping to retain heat and conserve energy so you’re not wasting unnecessary power.
The stovetop consists of four hot-plate areas, each with six heat settings. All of the settings are easy to change using the easy-grip dials on the front of the oven. They’re clearly labelled and intuitive to adjust.
Perfect for smaller kitchens, this Haden HECT50W Electric Cooker measures 50 cm wide but still offers a total capacity of 78 litres.
It features a stovetop, oven and powerful 1000 W grill, making it possible to cook up a variety of dishes in the kitchen. The main oven has a capacity of 52 litres and the top grill space has a 26-litre capacity.
The doors to the oven are double paned, helping to retain heat and conserve energy so you’re not wasting unnecessary power.
The stovetop consists of four hot-plate areas, each with six heat settings. All of the settings are easy to change using the easy-grip dials on the front of the oven. They’re clearly labelled and intuitive to adjust.
Offering good value for money, this Haden Electric Cooker has a freestanding design and is powered by electricity meaning that it can be fitted almost anywhere in the kitchen.
It has a single 52-litre cavity which is large enough for cooking a variety of foods ready for dinner or lunch. At just 50 cm wide, it is relatively streamlined, making it a good choice for smaller kitchens that are short on space.
As well as the main oven it also offers a powerful 1500 W grill and an electric stovetop. The stovetop has four solid plate rings which each have six heat settings.
The settings are easy to adjust using the dials on the front of the oven and the interior is easy to clean thanks to the addition of the enamel-coated interior.
Offering good value for money, this Haden Electric Cooker has a freestanding design and is powered by electricity meaning that it can be fitted almost anywhere in the kitchen.
It has a single 52-litre cavity which is large enough for cooking a variety of foods ready for dinner or lunch. At just 50 cm wide, it is relatively streamlined, making it a good choice for smaller kitchens that are short on space.
As well as the main oven it also offers a powerful 1500 W grill and an electric stovetop. The stovetop has four solid plate rings which each have six heat settings.
The settings are easy to adjust using the dials on the front of the oven and the interior is easy to clean thanks to the addition of the enamel-coated interior.
This premium Hotpoint HDM67I9H2CB/U Induction Electric Double Freestanding cooker comes in a sleek black finish with easy-to-use controls and partial touchscreen functionality.
The oven heats up extremely quickly, with the hobs ready to use almost instantly thanks to the induction technology. The grill can also reach full heat in just 15 seconds.
There are plenty of modern functions included with this oven, including timers on the hobs – they can be programmed to turn off automatically once a certain time is up, which is useful for keeping on top of cooking in a busy kitchen.
The oven has a spacious capacity of 77 litres making it a great option for cooking large dishes – perfect for big families and busy households.
Overall, this is a premium option with lots of great functions and excellent power; it will heat up quickly and offer good reliability.
- My Menu Hob – Enhance your cooking experience with a selection of 4 automatic functions
- Induction combi Duo Zone – combine two single cooking zones into one large cooking space, perfect rectangular grills or oval-shape fish kettles.
- Multiflow Technology – constant and even heat to both levels of the oven
- Solarplus Grill – Full heat in just 15 seconds
- XXL CAVITY – Spacious cavity so there’s room for all your dishes
This premium Hotpoint HDM67I9H2CB/U Induction Electric Double Freestanding cooker comes in a sleek black finish with easy-to-use controls and partial touchscreen functionality.
The oven heats up extremely quickly, with the hobs ready to use almost instantly thanks to the induction technology. The grill can also reach full heat in just 15 seconds.
There are plenty of modern functions included with this oven, including timers on the hobs – they can be programmed to turn off automatically once a certain time is up, which is useful for keeping on top of cooking in a busy kitchen.
The oven has a spacious capacity of 77 litres making it a great option for cooking large dishes – perfect for big families and busy households.
Overall, this is a premium option with lots of great functions and excellent power; it will heat up quickly and offer good reliability.
- My Menu Hob – Enhance your cooking experience with a selection of 4 automatic functions
- Induction combi Duo Zone – combine two single cooking zones into one large cooking space, perfect rectangular grills or oval-shape fish kettles.
- Multiflow Technology – constant and even heat to both levels of the oven
- Solarplus Grill – Full heat in just 15 seconds
- XXL CAVITY – Spacious cavity so there’s room for all your dishes
5. Amica AFC1530WH Freestanding Electric Cooker with Ceramic Hob, Conventional Oven, 50cm wide, White
With a triple-glazed door, this Amica AFC1530WH Freestanding Electric Cooker has been designed to retain heat and minimise energy wastage.
It features a ceramic hob, single capacity oven and underneath storage compartment.
The four-zone ceramic hob offers plenty of space for cooking a variety of different dishes, and the temperatures are easy to control using the dials on the front of the cooker.
Inside the main compartment, the fan-assisted oven offers eight functions in total, providing a range of cooking options with plenty of choice for everyday life.
This oven also comes with one shelf and one deep roasting tray included, so you can start cooking right away safe in the knowledge that you have accessories that accurately fit.
Measuring 50 cm wide, this oven is a good choice for both small and large kitchens.
With a triple-glazed door, this Amica AFC1530WH Freestanding Electric Cooker has been designed to retain heat and minimise energy wastage.
It features a ceramic hob, single capacity oven and underneath storage compartment.
The four-zone ceramic hob offers plenty of space for cooking a variety of different dishes, and the temperatures are easy to control using the dials on the front of the cooker.
Inside the main compartment, the fan-assisted oven offers eight functions in total, providing a range of cooking options with plenty of choice for everyday life.
This oven also comes with one shelf and one deep roasting tray included, so you can start cooking right away safe in the knowledge that you have accessories that accurately fit.
Measuring 50 cm wide, this oven is a good choice for both small and large kitchens.
If you hate spending ages cleaning the oven, the Hotpoint 60CM HDM67V9CMB/UK Electric Double Freestanding Cooker aims to dramatically simplify the process.
It has a steam function that helps to loosen caked on dirt and grime, making it much easier to remove from the interior surfaces of the oven. Instead of spending hours soaking burnt-on food, it’s much easier to shift and clean.
This twin-cavity oven offers a primary cooking zone of 77 litres as well as a grill and a ceramic stovetop.
In the oven, the use of multi-flow technology ensures even heat distribution and helps to make sure dishes are cooked thoroughly with no hot spots or burnt edges.
Overall, this is a high-quality oven that offers plenty of flexibility when cooking and also helps to simplify the cleaning process.
If you hate spending ages cleaning the oven, the Hotpoint 60CM HDM67V9CMB/UK Electric Double Freestanding Cooker aims to dramatically simplify the process.
It has a steam function that helps to loosen caked on dirt and grime, making it much easier to remove from the interior surfaces of the oven. Instead of spending hours soaking burnt-on food, it’s much easier to shift and clean.
This twin-cavity oven offers a primary cooking zone of 77 litres as well as a grill and a ceramic stovetop.
In the oven, the use of multi-flow technology ensures even heat distribution and helps to make sure dishes are cooked thoroughly with no hot spots or burnt edges.
Overall, this is a high-quality oven that offers plenty of flexibility when cooking and also helps to simplify the cleaning process.
Measuring 60 cm wide, this Indesit ID67V9KMB/UK Electric Double Freestanding Cooker provides a ceramic stovetop surface and 77-litre oven capacity, making it a great choice for large families.
The oven heats up quickly and is easy to use overall, with intuitive controls and clearly marked dials.
Not only does this oven make it easy to cook a variety of different meals, it also helps to speed up the cleaning process after cooking. Thanks to the Steam & Clean function, you can set the oven on a 35 minute cycle to loosen burnt-on grime before cleaning the oven – dramatically speeding up the process and reducing the amount of elbow grease required.
Measuring 60 cm wide, this Indesit ID67V9KMB/UK Electric Double Freestanding Cooker provides a ceramic stovetop surface and 77-litre oven capacity, making it a great choice for large families.
The oven heats up quickly and is easy to use overall, with intuitive controls and clearly marked dials.
Not only does this oven make it easy to cook a variety of different meals, it also helps to speed up the cleaning process after cooking. Thanks to the Steam & Clean function, you can set the oven on a 35 minute cycle to loosen burnt-on grime before cleaning the oven – dramatically speeding up the process and reducing the amount of elbow grease required.
Freestanding Oven Buyer’s Guide
There are lots of reasons why a freestanding oven is top of the shopping list rather than an integrated appliance. This buyer’s guide will help steer you on matters like sizing and fuel type so you can make the ideal cooker choice for your culinary requirements.
Capacity
Oven capacity is expressed in litres but can also be relevant to the overall size of the cooker – the standard appliance size is 60cm wide. Some models offer the convenience of double ovens with an impressive overall capacity but the second oven will be much smaller so you might just prefer one larger oven for all your cooking needs.
Fuel Type
Choose either electric powered or gas depending on your preference and the services within the kitchen. Some models are dual fuel so offer an electric and/or fan oven with a gas hob for those cooks who just can’t do without instant control.
Functions
Look out for different fan settings and a grill feature which is available on some models. Don’t overlook the importance of an interior light with a triple glazed oven door which will allow you to check on the food without having to disturb the cooking process.
Some cooker models with just one large oven may also have a warming drawer in a space below; this can be very useful for warming plates and defrosting frozen food items. Always take a close look at the shelving options as adjustable shelving can allow you to fit all manner of pots and plates into a reasonably small oven.
Most freestanding ovens have rotary knobs to control the hob and oven, but some do have an LED display to confirm the chosen cooking programme.
Energy Efficiency
Fan assisted ovens are usually classified as some of the most energy-efficient, as the fan circulates heat around the food as it cooks. This means the overall temperature doesn’t have to be as high as in a conventional oven.
But a bigger impact on your energy usage is actually how you cook in the kitchen with lots of tips and tricks to help you save energy consumption requiring just some small changes to your cooking habits.
Freestanding Ovens FAQ
How to install a freestanding oven?
An electric freestanding oven will need to be installed by an electrician, this is called hard wiring, unfortunately, it isn’t as simple as just plugging the oven into a power source. Only a qualified electrician is permitted to install a new circuit for an electric cooker. Gas cookers must be installed by a qualified Gas Safe registered engineer.