Steam Oven buying guide

Cooking delicious meals for your friends and family is a wonderful way to connect, get creative and entertain at home. You may have heard the buzz around steam ovens as a healthier way to prepare food compared to more traditional methods. So if you fancy channelling your inner Masterchef, then it might be a good time to upgrade to a steam oven. Let’s take an in-depth look at this incredible cooking appliance and uncover a whole world of dishes you can make.

Curious about steam cooking but not sure if it’s worth it? You’re not alone – and chances are, you’ve got a few questions. Once seen as a pro-kitchen perk, steam ovens are quickly becoming a go-to in Aussie homes, thanks to the consistently great results they bring to everyday meals.

If you’re exploring the Electrolux cooking range for your next oven upgrade, you might be wondering where a steam oven fits in. The short answer? It’s a bit of a game-changer, helping you cook with more confidence, less mess and seriously impressive results, whether it’s a quick midweek dinner or a full weekend spread.

“Steam cooking has moved well beyond the professional kitchen,” says Tania Grillinzoni, The Good Guys Buyer – Cooking and Dishwashers. “We’re seeing more Australians discover that an Electrolux oven with steam gives them results they simply can't get from a conventional oven – and it's easier to use than most people expect.”

Ready to upgrade? Here are six key questions about steam ovens and cooking, answered…

Want to be famous for Oscar-worthy Sunday roasts? How about stepping up those family favourites so they taste even better? You need to join Team Steam! Have you heard the buzz about steam cooking? It’s only the hottest (sorry) new home-cooking trend, delivering healthier, restaurant-quality meals in a flash – every bite bursting with sealed-in flavours, colours and nutrients. 

With more Australian families now enjoying the many perks of steam cuisine, we’ve rounded up three fantastic meals to get you inspired, along with the best steam ovens and small kitchen appliances to help you ace them.

Getting steamy in the kitchen has a whole new meaning thanks to the latest steam ovens.

So what is a steam oven used for? Learn below or visit our handy steam oven buying guide.

Buying a new oven can feel like a leap of faith. Not only is it one of the biggest home appliance outlays you’ll make, but the right oven can also make a whopping difference to your home life (and tastebuds!) for years to come. Do you go for a classic electric or freestanding model from a trusted household brand? Or do you seize the moment and invest in a modern marvel with all the latest bells and whistles to transform family mealtimes (hello, pyrolytic ovens, do-it-all double ovens and combi steam ovens!)?

Fear not. We’re here to help you snap up that perfect new oven with total confidence by sharing our most popular and top-rated ovens! Don’t just take our word for it though… Be guided by our happy customers who have tried, tested and loved these all-star ovens, and have written the rave oven reviews to prove it!