When you are looking for a new oven, it's worth checking whether a model has been awarded an Energy Star rating. This is a good sign that the oven has been tested to ensure energy efficiency.

Single wall ovens unlike freestanding models, are installed at eye level and feature thoughtful extras such as a pyrolytic cleansing function. Zanussi ZBO740 is our top choice for families who cook together, due to its telescopic rails that move and its advanced capabilities.

2. Hotpoint Ho606

The Hotpoint HO606 isn't the most expensive integrated oven on our list, but it offers an impressive array of features. In our lab tests, it scored highly for its ease of use. It features a clear, easy-to-read display and audio prompts that can help you set up the oven. The pyrolytic and Steam Clean settings also proved effective in eliminating stubborn grease stains. The telescopic gliding runners enable you to remove hot trays without having to bend. This model also has a handy warming drawer that is ideal for keeping plates warm while you cook dinner or heat through leftovers.

While a single oven has lesser functions than a double oven, it's typically less expensive and doesn't require as much work. It's also possible to install in a smaller area, making it a great option for older homes or kitchens with limited space. However, Blanchfield warns that a single oven usually has a smaller area to heat and can be more difficult to manage. This is why it is not a good option for managing multiple food items at different temperatures, which you can easily do by using a double oven that has separate cooking chambers.

A lot of smart ovens are confusing to use, but they can be a lifesaver for busy households. If you have many children it is essential to choose an oven with an easy-to-use interface that is easy to use even by children. It should be able store and recall your favorite recipes with a single button press, and compatible with an app that gives recipes and reminders.

The addition of an oven to your kitchen will make it more useful and convenient but be careful not to overspend. There are ovens that have everything from an electronic thermometer to a smart mode that uses the microwave and grill to create crispy results in under 30 minutes. We talked to experts in buying at AO, Appliances Direct and Currys about the extra features they believe are worth the investment.

3. Smeg SMO606

This smart oven is a top choice for those who are conscious about how they use energy in their homes. It comes with an energy-saving feature that turns off the heat and the light on when you open the oven's door. This means you won't waste energy accidentally by leaving the oven on while cooking. It also features an electronic display to show you the current and target temperature, which makes it easy to verify that your food is cooked properly without opening the oven.

This oven is WiFi connected, allowing you to control it from an app that is compatible. You can also access NEFF's tips and recipes to cook delicious meals that will please your guests. The 71-litre capacity lets you can cook larger foods, and there are some thoughtfully designed extras, such as the telescopic runners and the slide and hide doors, that kitchen cookers make loading and unloading easier. It's also easy to keep clean, with multiple cleaning modes and the use of steam to help dislodge food particles.

SMEG has been creating household appliances that mix beauty with functionality since 1948. Their products combine creativity and originality with high-end quality, as illustrated by their iconic design. The company's headquarters is in Guastalla, a town in the Emilia Romagna region of Italy. Their factories are equipped with an extremely high level of automation in production and quality control, but their philosophy is based on the human touch.

Smeg is one of the few brands that manufactures its own appliances in its country of origin. This allows Smeg to keep an eye on their entire production process, which ensures quality and reliability. The appliances are constructed using materials like recycled fishing nets and industrial threads, making them an environmentally sustainable choice. The appliances are designed to be durable and user-friendly. They are also ergonomic.

Smeg offers a variety of styles and sizes so that you can find the perfect suitable for your home. The colors include pastel pinks, yellows and blues to more vibrant reds and purples. They also have a range of matching cookware that would look great in any kitchen.

4. Smeg SMO706

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Smeg is an Italian manufacturer of home appliances, is based in Guastalla in northern Italy. It produces domestic appliances, as well as professional kitchen equipment for the restaurant/catering industry as well as medical instruments.

A blend of style and technology Smeg's products are thought of as icons of design, with distinctive identity that reflects modern tastes with complete respect for the environment within which they are placed. The company conducts an extensive research into aesthetics, working with architects and designers such as Guido Canali of deepdesign, Marc Newson of Marc Newson Matteo Bazzicalupo of Marc Newson, and Guido Canali of Mario Bellini.

Smeg believes that style is more than a matter or shape. It's about communicating a way of living and be, and also creating relationships that go beyond simple functional. This concept has been used to design every household appliance from the two-slice toaster, to the kettle all from the range cook.