If you regularly cook several dishes at once, look for a built-in oven whose manual explicitly says that fan-assisted cooking can be used on multiple shelves; conventional cooking is generally intended for a single shelf. Next, check the dimensions of the housing, the connection requirements and the ventilation instructions for your chosen model. For cleaning, catalytic liners tackle grease splashes on the walls they cover, while pyrolysis uses a very high-temperature cycle.
If you want to cook a main dish and a side at the same time, check that the fan-assisted setting is designed for use on multiple shelves. UFC-Que Choisir describes this use of multifunction ovens, but also assesses heat distribution and preheating: the name of the setting alone isn’t enough to judge a model.
Compare the cooking modes, the space available for your dishes and the accessories included, based on the recipes you make. An extra programme is only useful if you expect to use it.
Measure the available space before choosing your oven. Compare it with the installation diagram for the model and check the connection and ventilation instructions in its manual.
For cooking several dishes at once, start by checking the cooking mode and the number of shelves specified for the model. Then consider how it will fit into your kitchen and how you want to clean it.
| Criteria | What to check | Think about your needs |
|---|---|---|
| Cooking on multiple shelves | Check how many shelves can be used with the fan-assisted setting and which accessories are included. To compare two models, look for tests of heat distribution, temperature accuracy and preheating, such as those described in UFC-Que Choisir’s testing protocol. | I often prepare several parts of a meal at the same time; I want to know whether this model can cook my dishes simultaneously. |
| Cooking modes | Look for the modes that suit your recipes: conventional cooking on one shelf, fan-assisted cooking when multiple shelves are supported, or additional functions depending on the model. Check the manual for guidance on each mode. | I don’t necessarily use the same settings for a cake or a single dish as I do when cooking several trays at once. |
| Cleaning | Understand the difference between the cleaning methods. According to UFC-Que Choisir’s glossary, catalytic liners oxidise grease splashes at temperatures above 180 °C, while pyrolysis heats the oven cavity to a very high temperature. Check which surfaces and cycles are covered on your chosen model. | If my cooking often leaves the oven dirty, I’d rather have a cleaning cycle; for less messy cooking, I’m happy to do some extra cleaning by hand. |
| Installation | Compare the usable height, width and depth of the housing with the model’s installation diagram. Also check its connection and ventilation requirements, rather than relying on measurements for another oven. | My kitchen already has a space for an oven, so the one I choose must fit and be installed in line with its own manual. |
| Energy use | Compare the stated energy consumption for the same cooking modes. The energy rating alone doesn’t tell you about preheating or cleaning cycles; UFC-Que Choisir measures energy consumption and preheating as part of its testing. | I use my oven regularly and want to compare the energy consumption for the modes I’ll be using. |
A fan-assisted mode may allow you to use multiple shelves, but heat distribution and temperature accuracy depend on the specific model. These differences matter particularly when baking or cooking several dishes at once.
Check how many shelves are specified in the manual, then, if possible, compare tests carried out using the same method to assess heat distribution, temperature and preheating.
The oven’s external dimensions are not the same as its built-in dimensions. An unsuitable cabinet or connection may mean that modifications are needed before installation.
Measure the usable height, width and depth, then compare them with the oven’s installation diagram. If you’re unsure whether the connection and ventilation requirements can be met, ask a qualified person to check.
If the housing or existing installation isn’t suitable, carpentry or electrical work may be required.
According to UFC-Que Choisir, catalytic liners tackle grease splashes at temperatures above 180 °C, while pyrolysis heats the cavity to a very high temperature to carbonise dirt. The two methods therefore involve different additional cleaning requirements.
Choose based on the kinds of mess your cooking usually creates, and check which surfaces are covered and what cleaning instructions apply to your chosen model.
A pyrolysis cycle uses electricity and takes time, so compare the cycle specifications of the models you’re considering.
These details don’t tell you how much usable space there is for your dishes, or how stable the temperature is and how evenly heat is distributed. UFC-Que Choisir assesses these aspects separately in its testing protocol.
Check the size of your dishes, the modes you need and the built-in dimensions, then use comparable test results to judge cooking performance.
The range includes built-in ovens with catalytic liners or pyrolytic cleaning, with cooking functions that vary by model.
The French range includes built-in ovens with fan-assisted modes and cleaning functions that vary by model.
The range includes built-in ovens with pyrolytic cleaning, as well as models with fan-assisted cooking modes.
These three built-in ovens offer cooking and cleaning options to consider when preparing meals in the oven. Check each model’s compatibility with your housing and how many shelves can be used at the same time.
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Worth considering if you’d like a built-in oven with pyrolytic cleaning for cooking that leaves the cavity dirty. The product name states a capacity of 71 L and an A+ rating; check the manual for the shelves intended for simultaneous cooking, the housing dimensions, and the connection and ventilation requirements.
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Consider this if you prefer catalytic liners and are happy to clean the other areas as needed. The product name states a capacity of 71 L and an A+ rating; check the manual for the permitted cooking levels and the installation, connection and ventilation requirements.
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Worth considering if hot air is one of your key cooking requirements. The product name states a capacity of 71 L and 3D hot air; before relying on it to cook several dishes at once, check the manual to confirm how many shelves can be used, then make sure the installation requirements suit your kitchen.
Yes, if the model has a mode designed for use on multiple shelves and your dishes fit as specified in its manual. UFC-Que Choisir describes this feature in fan-assisted multifunction ovens, while assessing heat distribution and temperature accuracy separately for each model.
It can be if you mainly cook one dish or bake one item at a time. If you need to cook several things simultaneously, look instead for a model whose fan-assisted mode is explicitly designed for use on multiple shelves.
Measure the usable height, width and depth of the housing, then compare them with the model’s built-in dimensions, rather than relying on its external measurements alone. Electrolux specifies 590 × 560 × 550 mm for the LOH3C00BK and LOF6P16Z; these measurements don’t apply to every oven.
Yes. Before installation, check the electrical requirements and ventilation clearances in the manual for your chosen oven. If you’re unsure about the existing installation, ask a qualified person to check it rather than assuming it meets the requirements of another model.
According to UFC-Que Choisir, pyrolysis heats the oven cavity to a very high temperature to carbonise dirt, while catalytic liners oxidise grease splashes on the surfaces they cover at temperatures above 180 °C. Choose the option that suits the mess your cooking usually creates and the extra cleaning you’re happy to do.