The 5 Best Countertop Ovens 2026

What we love

• You want a versatile 10-function countertop oven that handles everything from air frying to dehydrating.
• A stainless steel interior and enamel-coated tray matter more to you than formal PFAS certification.
• You cook for a family of 3-4 and need a 24-quart oven that fits a 12-inch pizza or whole chicken.
• Fast preheating is important — the FLASHWAVE graphene elements heat in 0.2 seconds.

Worth knowing

• You require independent PFAS-free verification or NSF certification on your cooking appliances.
• You need a confirmed food-grade stainless steel interior — the stainless steel claim is inferred from the product title, not manufacturer-confirmed for the cavity.
• You want a larger oven for small turkeys or large roasts — 24 quarts tops out at a 4 lb chicken.

What we love

• You want a stainless steel oven interior — the safest material profile in the category — and are willing to swap the included ceramic tray for a stainless steel baking sheet.
• You cook for a family of 4-6 and need a large 32-quart oven with three cooking racks and 8 cooking modes.
• Dehydrating, bread proofing, or steam cooking are on your list — modes the base Wonder Oven and most competitors don't offer.
• Our Place's non-toxic brand positioning aligns with your kitchen philosophy.

Worth knowing

• You need all included accessories to be independently verified PFAS-free without aftermarket swaps.
• You need NSF 537 or third-party lab certification on all food-contact surfaces.
• Budget is a priority — the base Wonder Oven offers identical safety materials at $100 less.

What we love

• 100% PFAS-free (including PTFE/Teflon)—stainless steel interior with no questionable coatings on food contact surfaces
• Steam infusion technology creates crispy exteriors with moist interiors (1-2 tsp water transforms reheated pizza and roasted chicken)
• Preheats in under 2.5 minutes, up to 75% faster than traditional ovens
• 6-in-1 functionality (Air Fry, Bake, Toast, Roast, Reheat, Broil) replaces 3 appliances

Worth knowing

• Analog timer only goes to 60 minutes (annoying for longer bakes) and lacks 5-minute increments
• Air frying doesn't get as crispy as dedicated basket fryers—the multi-function compromise
• Included bake pan uses aluminum with ceramic coating (swap recommended for 100% safe setup)
• Timer has no cancel/pause function—must let it run out if you overshoot

What we love

• You want a stainless steel oven interior at a budget-friendly price under $170.
• You need 10 cooking modes including air fry, slow cook, and dehydrate in one countertop appliance.
• You cook for a family of 4-6 and need a 26-quart capacity that fits a whole chicken.
• You plan to use your own stainless steel or glass bakeware instead of the included tray.

Worth knowing

• You need full material transparency on every food-contact surface before purchasing.
• You require third-party PFAS testing or NSF 537 certification — Midea only offers a brand-level claim.
• You want a confirmed safe baking tray included out of the box without needing to contact the manufacturer.

What we love

• You want a stainless steel oven interior without any nonstick coating at a mid-range price point.
• You primarily cook non-acidic foods and accept aluminized steel as a reasonable tray material.
• You want a trusted brand name (Cuisinart) with 1800W power and air fryer capability.

Worth knowing

• You need PFAS-free assurance -- Cuisinart makes no claim of any kind.
• You regularly cook acidic foods (tomato sauce, citrus marinades) and want to avoid aluminum migration from the baking tray.