Editor's Rating: 100/100

Sometimes all you want to do is start and appliance and let it do all the thinking for you and Breville’s “smart oven” can do just that.

This countertop convection oven comes with several pre-set functions (such as pizza, cookies, broil, roast and toast) that take away all the guesswork that comes from cooking. However, these features will be wasted if you’re the kind of person who prefers setting up everything their own way so keep that in mind when considering appliances.

This is a large oven that can fit up to six slices of bread at the same time and its toasting function is amazing, delivering great toast over and over again.

Its stainless steel build and LCD screen makes it look quite futuristic but it also means it heats up a lot so you should be careful when operating it and you should leave plenty of space around it. (4 inches minimum, so you better have that amount of space before getting this oven)

This is a very easy to clean oven, which is always a plus, and it comes with 3 rack positions. Whether you use these or not, however, depends entirely on you.

Why We Recommend Breville BOV845BSS Smart Oven:

If what you’re looking for is a more conventional toaster oven with convection functions, this is the option for you.

Oster brings to your kitchen a surprisingly large countertop convection oven that can fit just about any budget.

This oven comes with a digital clock and an interior light that will make it easy to use in just about any condition. It comes with a boiler rack included and, while none of its parts are dishwasher safe, it’s really, really easy to clean.

This beautiful convection oven also comes with a variety of pre-set options that will make your life easier. Such as pizza, defrost, warm and bake. Yes, bake is a pre-programmed setting, but you can always adjust the temperature to fit your needs.

While the interior is quite spacious, it takes surprisingly little space in your kitchen and while it does get hot on the outside, it seems to stay cooler than similar ovens.

Not everything about this oven is perfect, though. This convection oven, like just about any oven, gets pretty hot when in used so make sure to leave some space around it.

If you care about size there’s simply no beating the Hamilton 31104 countertop convection oven.

This oven can fit not one but two 12 inch pizza so you’re definitely going to get a lot of bang for your buck, as they say.

Talking about money, this is a very affordable model that you should absolutely consider if you’re in a tight budget not only because of its price and size but also because it can bake and broil, which is more than some countertop ovens of the same price can say.

This isn’t to say that everything about this oven is fantastic, as there are two faults you should overlook:

The size of this thing means that it will take a lot of space in your kitchen. Sure, if you use instead of an oven you won’t have any issue but if you don’t have that kind of space to spare? Beware! This oven gets really hot and keeping things around it while in use might be a bit of a hazard.

Another thing to consider is that the temperature labels don’t match the oven’s temperature since the oven usually runs about 25 degrees lower than it says it does.

Talking about the temperature labels, not only are they incorrect but they also are placed rather oddly which can be problematic to some.

Black+Decker brings to the table a solid and reliable countertop convection oven that’s great for people that are looking to replace traditional ovens entirely.

This appliance is large enough to fit things such as a whole chicken, a 12’’ Pizza and even a casserole dish without much issue which means that, whether you’re cooking dinner for one or for a whole family you’ll have room to spare!

This is a rather technologically advanced design that might prove problematic to some as it isn’t particularly intuitive but it comes with a comprehensive manual that will clear all your doubts if you give it a good read.

As for function? This convection oven works like a charm. Cooking things easily and quickly in ways that will surprise you. Word of caution, though, this oven gets really hot when in use so you should try to give it as much space as possible.

We’re not kidding: The only parts we were capable of touching comfortably while this oven was being used were the handles and the buttons so threat cautiously when you’re cooking with this baby.

One of the main advantages of countertop convection ovens is that they can often be used instead of regular ovens, which is a great thing for people living in small apartments or studios (or those who have an oven but prefer saving energy and money by using something smaller).

Cuisinart’s TOB-260N convection oven is one of the best out there if you plan on using them as a traditional oven replacement because it comes with all kinds of functions that will make your life easier. 15 to be precise.

Taking about precision, the temperature controls of this oven are great and very responsive so your food is cooked fast and evenly, just as it should.

Our favorite features are the interior light –which makes it feel even more like a real oven– and the accessories… yeah! You read that right. It comes with accessories such as a pizza stone, cooking racks and more!

One of the downsides of this model, and perhaps the biggest downside of them all, is that it’s not intuitive at all. There are 15 cooking functions and even reading the manual we’re not entirely sure what makes some of them different from others.

Another problem is that this oven is kind of loud, particularly in the convection setting, but that’s to be expected from an appliance such as this.

Another thing that is to be expected is the fact that this oven gets very hot so you should be very careful when using it to avoid any possible accidents.

Convection ovens come in all shapes and sizes; some are full with features and others include just the basics and, as you can imagine, their price changes accordingly.

This KitchenAid countertop convection oven is a nice compromise between two worlds. It’s affordable but it still offers features such as a non-stick interior that makes it very easy to clean, an automatic shut off function for safety, a buzzer that will constantly remind you when a dish is ready and more.

Not only that but this is one of the most stylish countertop convection ovens out there so if you’re looking for something that works and looks well then this is a product you should consider.

There are two things that you need to consider when looking into this product. The first is just how loud it is because, let us tell you, this oven can be pretty loud.

The second is the fact that, at least compared to other convection ovens, it takes a while to heat up. It will work wonders once it’s actually hot and running but if you’re looking for an oven that goes from 0 to 60 in seconds then this isn’t the convection oven for you.

Everyone knows the kitchen giant WOLF. They make luxury kitchen products and this convection oven is no exception. 

It is easy to use with only two knobs, but has 6 functions. It can roast, bake, broil, proof, warm, and toast.  In case you don't know, "proof" is where the oven will heat to a low temperature to allow dough to rise or to thaw frozen foods. You can avoid using the oven and microwave altogether with this countertop convection oven.

It has 5 heating elements and a powerful fan with high-volume airflow vents so you will never have uneven cooking or hot spots. 

While simple in appearance, this oven is top of the line. It is energy-efficient. The oven is relatively compact, as far as convection oven goes, and won’t take that much space over your counter. ​

The only downfall with this option is the price. It is more than $500, but if you do not have to use your oven or microwave when you buy this, it is worth it! You can't go wrong with Wolf products!

Panasonic is an electronics brand that’s better known for their entertainment systems, which explains why this convection oven looks more like a TV than the ovens we’ve come to expect.

This beautiful and modern countertop oven can work as an oven, a toaster and even a microwave, by combining induction and infrared heating in a single place. If that wasn’t enough, it comes with a grill plate that gives you even more possibilities, giving you a versatility few can match.

While the title says “induction” rest assured that this fantastic oven actually comes with an induction function as well, so your food will cook fast and thoroughly.

Here’s the thing, though: Because this oven uses both infrared and induction technology, cooking times change considerably from what you’re used to, so you’re going to have to refer to the instruction booklet over and over again until you finally get the hang of it.

If a learning curve doesn’t bother you, and if you’re looking for an oven that can handle just about any task you throw at it, this is the countertop oven you want. Just bear in mind that all those functions aren’t cheap, so this oven is on the pricy side of things.

If you thought the Panasonic induction oven looked out of the ordinary, it’s only because you haven’t met the Nuwave Infared oven.

This unconventional looking oven works with three types of technology:

- Conduction: Which sends heat directly to your food.

- Convection: Which circulates heat to heat your food evenly.

- Infrared: Which cooks your food from the inside out.

What does this mean?

That you can cook your food up in half the time it usually takes. Oh, and you can skip the defrosting process entirely.

Yes, it takes a bit of practice to learn how to use this oven but you can say the same about any other product. Plus, the instruction booklet is clear and concise, so you’ll be able to use this baby pretty much straight out of the box.

This oven can fit a 16 lb. turkey with no problem and offers you the possibility to purchase extenders to give you more room. Plus, it comes with a cookbook that will teach you exactly how many things you can do with this amazing product. It has warm, reheat, and delay settings.

It should come as no surprise that this oven can’t be used to toast and it’s can only be used for baking and frying but, trust us, you’re going to love it!

While you may be more familiar with DeLonghi thanks to their coffee machines, they make other kinds of products and with the same fantastic quality.

This beautiful convection oven can be used to bake, broil, toast, and even roast because it acts as a rotisserie as well!

While the interior is surprisingly large, the exterior doesn’t take up all that space. It works great for people who don’t have a lot of space at their disposal and for those cooking for one or two people.

This oven does come with three knobs, so learning how to use it properly can be a bit confusing, but it comes with eight preset programs. Whether you want to bake cookies, roast a chicken or make a pizza, let the program do it for you! 

As is the rule for convection ovens, this oven can get really hot when in use, so keep that in mind.