Choose your oven and hob based on the cabinet dimensions, worktop cut-out and available power supply, then check these measurements against the installation instructions for the models you’re considering. For pizzas, gratins and regular meals, a fan oven paired with an induction hob is an option worth considering if your pans are compatible. An electric ceramic hob is worth exploring if you want to keep using non-magnetic cookware. Choose steam only for dishes you genuinely plan to cook this way, and factor in the maintenance required for your chosen model.
If pizzas, gratins, bakes and pan-fried dishes regularly feature on your menu, start by considering the oven settings and how many pans you use at once. Extra features come after these everyday needs.
If you already have a housing unit and worktop planned, compare the installation dimensions of each model with your kitchen plans. You can’t work out a hob cut-out or oven housing from its advertised width alone.
If steam cooking or reheating with added moisture features regularly in your recipes, check the oven’s settings and maintenance requirements. A dedicated steam oven and an oven that combines conventional and steam cooking may not suit the same needs.
First, check the installation and power supply requirements, then compare the appliances based on the way you cook and the pans you use.
| Criteria | What to check | Who is it for? |
|---|---|---|
| Installation and power supply | Compare the oven housing and hob cut-out with the installation instructions; have the planned connection for each appliance checked. | If the units and worktop are already planned, I want to avoid choosing an appliance that won’t fit. Around 36% of consumers put this technical compatibility first. |
| Oven cooking | Look for settings suited to your recipes, including fan cooking and a pizza setting if you use one, and check that there’s enough room for your dishes. | If I regularly make pizzas, gratins and bakes, useful cooking settings matter more to me than options I’d rarely use. This versatility is the priority for around 29% of consumers. |
| Hob type and size | For induction, test the bases of your pans; also compare the size and number of cooking zones with your cookware. | I want to keep my current pans or use several large ones at once, so the hob type and cooking space are decisive. Around 21% of consumers prioritise this need. |
| Steam function | Check whether it’s a dedicated steam oven or a combination oven, and read about the model’s maintenance requirements. | If steam cooking or reheating with added moisture will be part of my regular routine, I’m looking for features I’ll use often. This is the top priority for around 14% of consumers. |
This advertised width doesn’t tell you all the dimensions of the housing or cut-out, or the clearance required. For example, Electrolux France specifies a 560 × 490 mm cut-out for the LIT60342CW hob and a 590 × 560 × 550 mm housing for the EOA9S3XH oven.
Give your kitchen fitter the installation instructions for each model before approving the units and worktop.
An unsuitable cut-out may mean modifying the worktop or cabinet.
Bosch says that induction requires magnetic cookware, unlike an electric ceramic hob, which works with different types of pans.
Test the bases of your pans with a magnet, then compare their diameters with the cooking zones on the hob you’re considering.
Keeping an induction hob may mean replacing any incompatible pans.
Steam is useful for specific types of cooking, but maintenance varies by appliance. Miele, for example, lists a water container and descaling among the requirements for its DG 2840 steam oven.
If you’re interested in this feature, check that it comes with the cooking settings you need and read the maintenance instructions in the manual.
The power rating and connection details for a hob or oven aren’t enough to establish whether your home’s electrical installation is suitable. Promotelec, for example, distinguishes between the dedicated circuit for a hob and those for other appliances.
Before ordering, give the model numbers and installation instructions to the person checking your electrical installation.
An unsuitable connection may mean work is needed on your electrical installation before the appliance can be used.
Worth exploring for a built-in oven, and for comparing the cookware requirements of induction and electric ceramic hobs.
Models to compare if you’re considering an induction hob and an oven that combines conventional and steam cooking.
Worth considering if the width of your induction hob affects how you arrange your worktop.
Worth exploring if steam cooking is a regular, distinct part of the way you cook.
These models give you options to explore for a built-in oven for everyday cooking, induction hobs and electric ceramic hobs for the same kitchen project. Compare the dimensions and connection requirements of each appliance with your installation separately.
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Worth considering if you use several pans at once: the product listing describes four zones, including a Bridge zone that joins cooking areas together.
The stated connection power is 7,36 kW. Before choosing this model, check the cut-out, clearances and available power supply, and make sure your pans are compatible.
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The advertised four zones and FlexiBridge function are worth comparing with the size of the pans you use together.
The product listing gives a cut-out of 565 × 495 mm and a maximum power of 7 200 W. Check the connection method in the manual, as the product listing’s connection details are inconsistent; also check that your pans are compatible.
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For pizzas and other regular oven cooking, the detailed product listing mentions fan cooking and a pizza setting.
It gives a housing size of 58,5 to 59,5 × 56 to 56,8 × 55 cm and a connection power of 3 400 W. Before buying, check the compartment configuration: the product title and detailed description contradict each other on this point.
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This electric hob is worth exploring if you want to keep using non-magnetic pans; the product listing describes four zones, including one expandable zone.
The stated cut-out is 56 × 49 cm and the maximum power is 6 400 W. Compare these with your worktop and home’s power supply. The product listing mentions a residual heat indicator: the surface may remain hot after the hob is switched off.
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This four-zone electric hob is another option to explore if you don’t want to choose induction.
The stated cut-out is 56 × 49 cm. Check the power rating and cooking zone specifications in the model documentation, as the product listing gives conflicting details; also check the planned connection. The surface may remain hot after the hob is switched off.
You can shortlist models, but check their installation instructions against the final measurements before ordering. For example, Electrolux France specifies a 590 × 560 × 550 mm housing for the EOA9S3XH oven and a 560 × 490 mm cut-out for the LIT60342CW hob. These measurements don’t apply to every appliance.
Only if their bases are suitable for induction. Bosch explains that this technology requires magnetic cookware: check the markings on your pans or test their bases with a magnet. If you need to keep using non-magnetic pans, consider an electric ceramic hob.
No, steam isn’t essential for these recipes. If you also plan to regularly steam food or reheat dishes with added moisture, compare the settings on a combination oven and check its maintenance requirements. For conventional cooking, first look for the oven functions that suit the dishes you make.
Ask someone to compare your home’s power supply with the power rating and connection diagram for each model you’re considering. Promotelec distinguishes between the dedicated circuit for a hob and those for other appliances. A qualified professional can establish what’s suitable for your installation; don’t assume compatibility from the power rating alone.
According to the French Ministry of the Economy, the legal guarantee of conformity applies to new, second-hand and refurbished goods sold by a trader to a private customer. For delivery or an agreed installation, check the seller’s terms separately: they don’t replace this legal guarantee.