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How Westinghouse kitchen appliances go the extra mile
Published Jun 4, 2026 • Updated Jun 18, 2026 - 6 min read
Are Air Fry and Steam Ovens Worth It? The Ultimate Westinghouse Guide
Looking to make weeknight cooking easier, healthier and mess-free? With innovative features like built-in air-frying, steam cooking, self-cleaning and cooktop-to-rangehood pairing, a Westinghouse kitchen appliance might be your answer to streamlined home cooking.
Key takeaways
Westinghouse AirFry ovens cook crispier meals with less oil.
Westinghouse Steam ovens help lock in moisture, flavour and nutrients.
Westinghouse pyrolytic ovens turn grease into ash so clean-up is easy.
Hob2Hood tech links the cooktop and rangehood for hands-free ventilation.
Westinghouse gas cooktops add safety features, such as stable trivets and flame-failure protection.
Australian households come in all shapes and sizes, whether it be a bustling family of five, a share house of uni students or a couple in their first apartment. Some are zipping to after-school music lessons, others are squeezing in a morning workout, and all are in the pursuit of the perfect work-life balance.
Whether it’s a new home or a long-awaited renovation, fitting out your kitchen with a new built-in oven, freestanding cooker, cooktop or rangehood is a big investment. That’s why we’ve answered your top appliance questions to show you exactly how Westinghouse can upgrade your daily dinner routine…
Here’s how the latest wonder appliances from Westinghouse are built to help.
Are air fryer ovens worth it?
If you’re after crunchy sweet potato fries, crispy roast veggies and perfectly golden schnitzels, a Westinghouse oven with AirFry functionality might be a worthy investment for your kitchen.
“The air-frying trend certainly isn’t going anywhere, so if it’s a style of cooking you enjoy, then it’s worth investing in big appliances that have the function built in,” says Tania Grillinzoni, The Good Guys Buyer – Cooking. “Not only will this save you bench space, it will also allow you to air-fry bigger batches with the entire oven cavity at your disposal.
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Not just for fixing fast dinners, a Westinghouse oven with AirFry functionality will do juicy meat justice too. Air is circulated from above and below the trays to evenly heat and thoroughly cook your signature roast.
Why cook with steam?
Cooking with steam is a great way to lock in moisture, rich flavours and nutrients to help bring out the best in your food.
“A step up from the microwave, steam is a great way to bring leftovers back to life for same-day freshness,” says Tania Grillinzoni. “With the Steam Reheat function, you can reinject moisture into easily dried out foods like pasta, chicken or potato.”
A Westinghouse Steam Oven combines conventional heat with the magic of steam through its Roast + Steam and EasyBake + Steam functions, so you can get great results whether you’re preparing fish fillets or baking a cake.
Shop Westinghouse Steam Ovens
Westinghouse 90cm Pyrolytic Steam Oven
Westinghouse 60cm Pyrolytic Steam Oven – Touch and Knob Controls
Westinghouse 60cm Pyrolytic Steam Oven - Touch Controls
What does a pyrolytic oven do?
A Westinghouse pyrolytic oven’s Pyroclean feature automatically cleans its own interior with ultra-high temperatures, incinerating baked-on grease, oil, and food residue. This removes the need for harsh cleaning chemicals and back-breaking manual labour.
“For best cooking results and overall cleanliness, you should clean your oven every three to six months, or more often if you use your oven every day,” says Tania Grilinzoni. “Westinghouse’s pyrolytic ovens offer an easy and chemical-free way to keep on top of cleaning and save yourself the elbow grease.”
Shop Westinghouse Pyrolytic Ovens
Westinghouse 90cm Pyrolytic Steam Oven
Westinghouse 60cm Pyrolytic Double Oven
Westinghouse 60cm Pyrolytic Oven
How to connect your Westinghouse cooktop and rangehood
You can effortlessly connect your compatible electric Westinghouse cooktop and Westinghouse rangehood with Hob2Hood technology. This allows both appliances to work in sync, adjusting extraction airflow and fan speed to match how you’re cooking.
Hob2Hood technology works with an infrared signal, requiring next to no set-up. Simply press the Hob2Hood button on your rangehood and enjoy hands-free convenience while you cook.
Shop Westinghouse Cooktops
Westinghouse 90cm Ceramic Cooktop Westinghouse 60cm Ceramic Cooktop
Westinghouse 60cm Induction Cooktop
How to choose a safe cooktop
What makes a cooktop safe depends on your household makeup and cooking habits. While there are some key differences between the types of cooktops (gas, induction and ceramic), Westinghouse cooktops all come with important safety features to prevent a kitchen crisis. Here’s a quick comparison guide:
Cooktop Type | How It Works | Safety Features | Perfect For |
Uses an open gas flame to heat the cookware directly | Flame failure protection & flat trivets | Traditional cooks who want a visual flame with gas leak protection | |
Electro-magnetic currents heat the pan directly, keeping the surface cooler | Auto Safety Switch Off & Residual Heat Indicator | Busy families who want fast heat with safety for tiny wandering hands | |
An electric coiled element heats the surface zone | Residual Heat Indicator & child lock | Households looking for easy cleaning and a reliable child lock |
Where to find Aussie built ovens
If you’re looking to shop local, you’ll be happy to hear that all Westinghouse freestanding cookers and ovens sold in Australia are proudly designed and built in Adelaide, South Australia.
Thinking about picking up a new Westinghouse oven, cooktop or rangehood? You’ll find it at The Good Guys! Head in store or online.
Frequently asked questions
Can I use regular pots and pans on a Westinghouse ceramic cooktop?
Yes, unlike an induction cooktop that requires a magnetic base to function, a ceramic cooktop should work with most standard cookware, such as stainless steel, aluminium and copper pans.
Is pyrolytic cleaning safe for my kitchen cabinets?
While the cavity of your oven will get incredibly hot during its Pyroclean cycle, high-grade insulation and multiple layers of glazed glass on the door means that the outside of your oven shouldn’t get hot enough to damage your cabinetry.
Do Westinghouse AirFry ovens need a special tray?
Yes, the Westinghouse AirFry setting uses a mesh rack to allow for hot air to circulate around your food for an even, crispy cook. These trays come included with your oven, or you can buy them direct from Westinghouse.
