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Do you like to cook, or do you love to cook? We’re not saying how many ovens determines your level of culinary appreciation, but for many avid home cooks, a double oven is the ultimate cooking equipment that helps them create 5-star meals that are expertly orchestrated from the first entrée to dessert.
Upgrading from a single oven to a double oven is tempting, but before you make up your mind, let us fill you in on some important details you should know before making the switch. Follow along to learn about the pros and cons of single and double ovens and which models we recommend to foodies.
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Double ovens have become popular features in homes. The biggest incentive is the added flexibility of cooking two things at once without having to swap them out throughout the cook time. Here are a few benefits of a double oven.
✅ Flexibility: You can cook two meals at completely different temperatures with the isolated compartments on a double oven. This cuts back on cooking time and ensures all your food is ready at once.
✅ Scale: Produce more food at once with double ovens. You can make dozens of Christmas cookies at the same time or prepare several plates of hors d'oeuvres ahead of a party.
✅ Efficiency: Double oven ranges offer two different sizes for homeowners. You can save energy by heating up the smaller oven when you simply need to reheat pizza or bake a flat tray of veggies.
Despite the multiple day-to-day benefits of having two ovens in a kitchen, there are some cons to this option.
✖ Price: Double oven prices are often higher than single oven models. You will need to pay more in the short run.
✖ Space: Not every kitchen has the wall space for a double oven. If you have a small kitchen, you might prefer a single wall oven so you can use the extra wall space to place a cabinet.
Pros and Cons of Single Ovens
Despite their benefits, not everyone needs a double oven in their home. Here are a few benefits of a single vs double oven to keep in mind.
✅ Price: You can save money by buying a single oven for your home. If you currently have a single oven, you can save on installation costs to make room for the second unit.
✅ Capabilities: Many single ovens offer features that increase your cooking flexibility. You can prepare multiple dishes on different racks and use convection or air fry systems to ensure every tray is cooked evenly.
✖ Multitasking: It’s not as easy to prepare multi-course meals with a single oven.
✖ Space: If you have a tight kitchen space, you might not have room for double ovens to take up wall space.
While the price of a single oven is often the main driver when choosing between the two oven styles, homeowners can benefit from evaluating their oven use in the long run.
If you have a large family or entertain guests frequently, your oven might not be able to keep up with your needs. A double oven will allow you to prepare a large meal at once so you can cater to friends and family without getting stressed.
Top Ovens for Your Home
Once you decide whether a double oven or single oven is right for you, check out the different models and brands that you can add to your home. Here are some of the best wall ovens on the market by a few top brands.
GE® 27" Stainless Steel Electric Built In Single Oven
This oven highlights why having a single unit in your home doesn’t mean sacrificing certain features. It comes with built-in Wi-Fi for remote management and a 10-pass hidden bake element for even cooking. This oven has just enough features to be useful for home cooks who prepare meals casually or several times throughout the week. Overall, this top-rated single oven is recommended by more than 94% of buyers.
Featured GE JKS3000SNSS review: “I currently use the remote function more than I anticipated. You can go grocery shopping and preheat the oven on the way home.”
Café™ Professional Series 30" Stainless Steel Single Electric Wall Oven
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This is another single oven that impresses customers. The main feature that attracts buyers are the French doors. Instead of pulling down an oven door and reaching over a hot surface, you can open the doors to the side for easy access. Crafted the Café’s seal of affordable luxury also means users will enjoy upgrades like true convection, an air fry mode, smooth roller racks (which are safer too), and Wi-Fi compatibility. There are plenty of other features that impress buyers, who give this wall oven a 96% recommendation rate.
Featured Café CTS90FP2NS1 review: “I am in love with this oven. From the double doors to the sliding racks. Not to mention how well it bakes and broils.”
Frigidaire® 30" Stainless Steel Double Electric Wall Oven
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If you decide that a double oven is the best choice for your home, you can’t go wrong with this model by Frigidaire. It uses a fan convection system that creates an even baking surface throughout, so you can stack your pans and don’t have to worry about one dish burning while the other is underdone. Convection systems also prepare your food faster and with less energy. It also conveniently takes care of oven messes with a self-clean mode, so the interior always stays as attractive as the stainless steel exterior.
Featured Frigidaire FCWD3027AS review: “I love everything about my new Frigidaire double oven! The size and the color are perfect. The controls are easy to use. I enjoy having the option to use conventional or convection baking.”
Thermador® Professional 30" Stainless Steel Electric Built-In Double Oven
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If you want to design a luxury kitchen for your kitchen, check out this set of double ovens by Thermador. The SoftClose® doors allow you to open and close your ovens without slamming them, so go ahead and prepare breakfast—you won’t make a peep. The Full Access® telescopic rack can hold up to 45 pounds, so you can confidently prepare the Thanksgiving turkey and feed a large party of friends and family members. Plus, steam convection makes this a special oven with more cooking possibilities than others on the market.
Thermador also paid close attention to the design preferences of customers when it made these units. The stainless steel is sleek and looks high-end, which is sure to impress anyone who walks into your kitchen.
For some customers, the best ovens are the ones you can buy today and enjoy tomorrow. If you want a new oven in your home ASAP, see what we have in stock at East Coast Appliance. We do our best to keep a wide selection of single and double ovens on hand to accommodate our customers. We are happy to help you buy an oven (or two) today.
FAQs
What is the difference between a single and double oven?
A single oven only has one compartment for cooking. Double ovens have two separate compartments and can be set at two different temperatures at the same time. Double ovens are ideal for cooking a lot of food at once or preparing multiple dishes in different ways.
Does cooking two things in an oven take longer?
If you have a high-quality oven or a convection model, then you should be able to prepare two items in your oven at the same time. However, if they are stacked on racks, then the food might cook unevenly – especially if one pan is blocking the heat of another.
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