Households that cook several dishes at once
You want to coordinate cooking on the hob and in the oven. The number and size of the cooking zones, the oven’s usable capacity and the cooking levels specified for each model are particularly important.
Who is this choice for?
Households working with an existing kitchen
You need to make sure the appliance fits a housing unit, worktop cut-out or space for a cooker, then check the connection instructions for the exact model.
Households mindful of their electricity use
You want to compare figures based on similar usage and units. An energy rating or annual figure on its own isn’t enough to predict your household’s energy use.
Which criteria should you consider first?
To choose between a built-in oven with a separate hob and an electric cooker, first check the available space and connection requirements for each appliance. Then compare cooking capacity, the cookware you want to keep and the energy information relevant to how you cook.
| Criteria | What to check | Who it matters to |
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| Cooking several dishes at once | Number and size of the hob’s cooking zones; the oven’s usable capacity and specified cooking levels. | If several dishes need to cook at the same time, I want to know which pans and dishes will actually fit in the appliances. Around 29% of consumers would prioritise this cooking capacity. |
| Electricity use | For an oven, check the energy label and the consumption figure for the stated mode; for any comparison, use the same category and usage basis. | When I cook several times a week, I want to understand what kind of use the figures refer to before comparing them. Around 24% of consumers would put energy use first. |
| Existing cookware | Magnetic base for induction; compare the diameter of the pan bases with the hob’s cooking zones. | If I plan to keep my pans, their compatibility could influence my choice between induction and ceramic. Around 18% of consumers would put keeping their cookware first. |
| Installation | Dimensions of the housing unit, cut-out or appliance space; power supply and connection details in the instructions for the chosen model. | In a fitted kitchen, I need to know whether the appliance will fit and can be connected in line with its instructions. Around 29% of consumers would put this ahead of other criteria. |
Mistakes to avoid before buying
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Assuming all pans work on an induction hob
Bosch explains that induction requires magnetic cookware. If a pan’s base isn’t compatible, you won’t be able to use it on the hob once it’s installed.
Test the base of your cookware with a magnet and compare its diameter with the cooking zones on the model you’re considering.
You’ll need to replace any incompatible cookware if you want to use it for this type of cooking.
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Relying on the words “built-in oven” alone
The required housing dimensions depend on the model. For example, Electrolux specifies a 450 × 560 × 550 mm housing unit for its compact EVM6E46X model. These dimensions don’t apply to other ovens.
Measure your housing unit and check the measurements against the installation diagram for the exact model, rather than relying on its advertised width alone.
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Using an annual figure to predict your future energy use
Annual figures from ADEME are based on assumptions about how appliances are used. They may not reflect how often your household cooks or the cooking modes you use.
Compare appliances using an equivalent basis of use, then check the oven’s energy label and the information for the model you’ve chosen.
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Ordering without checking the connection requirements
Power requirements and connection instructions vary by model. Bosch recommends having an induction hob installed by a professional.
Before ordering, ask a qualified professional or the seller’s installation service to check the exact model and your existing installation.
Brands to compare
Bosch
Bosch offers induction and ceramic hobs in a range of sizes, including some models with connectable cooking zones.
- The brand’s information about cooking zones and cookware can help you compare specific models.
- For induction, check that your cookware is magnetic, and confirm the cut-out dimensions and installation requirements for the model you choose.
Electrolux
Electrolux’s built-in oven range includes multifunction, compact, steam and pyrolytic models.
- Specifications for individual models can help you compare usable capacity, power and built-in dimensions.
- The dimensions of a compact model such as the EVM6E46X shouldn’t be assumed to apply to another oven.
Beko
Beko offers a range of freestanding cookers that combine a hob and an oven.
- Specifications let you check the cooking configuration and connection details for each model.
- Check that the model is fully electric: the Beko FSS53011DW model cited by the brand is a dual-fuel cooker.
Hobs and ovens available on Joybuy
These models are for anyone choosing a built-in oven and a separate induction or ceramic hob to cook several meals. If you’d rather have an electric cooker with the oven and hob in one appliance, check the dimensions and connection requirements of the model you’re considering.
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Samsung NV7B41403BS/U5, 76 L built-in oven
Worth considering if oven capacity is important when planning several dishes.
Listed with a capacity of 76 L and an A+ energy rating in the product title.
Before buying, check the housing dimensions, connection requirements and energy figures for the exact model.
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TOPWISH, 60 cm built-in induction hob, four zones
Consider this if you want to use several cooking zones and have cookware that’s compatible with induction.
The product description lists four zones, a Boost function, a timer and a residual heat indicator.
Check the cut-out dimensions and confirm the connection requirements before installation.
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Hotpoint FI4485PIX, 71 L pyrolytic built-in oven
Worth considering if you regularly cook several dishes and want an oven with pyrolytic cleaning.
The product description lists a capacity of 71 L and an A+ energy rating.
Check the housing dimensions, connection requirements and energy consumption per cycle in the information for this model.
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AEG IKS64453IB, 60 cm induction hob with four zones
Consider this if you use several pans and want to explore a hob with a zone-bridging function.
The product description specifies four zones and a zone-bridging function.
Check the cut-out dimensions, cookware compatibility and connection requirements in the instructions.
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TOPWISH, 60 cm built-in ceramic hob, four zones
Worth considering if you want to keep cookware made from different materials and have several cooking zones.
The product description lists four zones, a timer and a residual heat indicator.
The total power rating differs between sections of the product listing. Before buying, ask the seller to confirm this figure, the cut-out dimensions and the connection requirements for this model.
Frequently asked questions
Does an oven sold online in France need to have an energy label?
Yes. According to the Ministry of the Economy, ovens are among the products that must display an energy label, including when sold online. Before ordering, make sure the label and product information relate to the model you’ve chosen.
Can you directly compare the energy use of a hob and an oven?
Not using figures based on different frequencies of use. ADEME’s annual figures don’t describe the same usage for an electric hob and an electric oven. Start by comparing appliances in the same category, and check the basis used for the figures.
Do you need to replace all your pans to switch to induction?
No, only the ones that aren’t compatible. Bosch says induction requires magnetic cookware. Test each pan base with a magnet and check that it’s suitable for the cooking zones on the hob you’re considering.
What should you measure before ordering a built-in oven?
Measure the housing unit, then check its dimensions and connection options against the instructions for the exact oven model. For this model only, Electrolux specifies a 450 × 560 × 550 mm housing unit for the compact EVM6E46X. These measurements don’t apply to other models.
How can you check an oven’s energy information?
Compare the energy label and product information for the exact model. For models covered by the EU energy labelling rules, you can also look up the declared information for the model in the European Commission’s EPREL database. Check the installation requirements separately.