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Question for those who have a convection oven

soonersis — Tue, 12 Jan 2016 23:21:10 GMT

My oven (build-in wall style) is not working properly and I'm thinking about getting a new one (it's over 20 years old) rather than try to have it fixed. Many of the new ones have the convection feature which I've never had so want to know from those who have it what you use it for, how it's different from just a regular oven, and is it worth the additional expense. Thanks.

Re: Question for those who have a convection oven

Mz iMac — Tue, 12 Jan 2016 23:24:43 GMT

Does having a counter top convection oven count?

Re: Question for those who have a convection oven

chickenbutt — Tue, 12 Jan 2016 23:26:21 GMT

I have a countertop convection oven (Calphalon - great brand!) and really like it.

I use it for when I'm baking anything that isn't larger than 13x9". It's like regular baking except that the convection circulates air throughout making it bake a little faster.

I have/use this because often I might want to bake something small and didn't want to use as much power as it takes to crank up the regular sized oven. I really love mine!

I did a lot of research before i purchased this one and there was one other main brand, Brevil or something like that (hadn't heard of the brand but they were everywhere) and there were a lot of problems in reviews that were of great concern to me, so I chose the Calphalon XL Digital Convection Oven. I've had it for 2-3 years now and could not be more pleased.

Re: Question for those who have a convection oven

Carmie — Tue, 12 Jan 2016 23:32:23 GMT

I Have one and have for many years. It came with my double oven this time and I wanted a double free standing range so my choices were limited.

I have never used it enough to justify paying more money for it. I would not purchase one on purposes but sometimes it is included with other features that are desireable.

Re: Question for those who have a convection oven

Reba055 — Wed, 13 Jan 2016 00:15:55 GMT

My oven is convection or conventional. I don't use the convection much at all. It does cookies, brads, stuff like that very well, but other than that, I use the normal setting.

Maybe because mine is combined, I'm not impressed with the convection cooking things like casseroles. It seems to still turn out better the regular ole way.

Re: Question for those who have a convection oven

Blk&GoldFan — Wed, 13 Jan 2016 01:12:08 GMT

I have a dual oven.....conventional and/or convection oven. I use the convection setting primarily for baking. My oven has 3 racks and I can do 3 trays of cookies at one time with convection and have even baking. Really speeds up the process doing it this way. I also use the setting for Convection Roasting for my chickens/turkeys, etc. Bottom line...I like the convection, but I don't know if I would pay the additional cost to have it in my oven. I think getting a separate microwave/convection oven might be the way I'd go in the future. I'c think about how much you bake and roast and see if the cost difference makes it viable for you. Good luck.

Re: Question for those who have a convection oven

Kachina624 — Wed, 13 Jan 2016 01:39:32 GMT

@Blk&GoldFan I had a microwave/convection oven I got from QVC and liked it a lot. When I contemplated replacing it when it quit, I discovered those on the market at that time were rife with problems. It was hard to find one good review, so do your homework before buying.

Re: Question for those who have a convection oven

Blk&GoldFan — Wed, 13 Jan 2016 01:48:05 GMT

@Kachina624 Thanks for your input. Since I only remodeled my kitchen and purchased all new appliances about 3 years ago, I won't be buying any soon (she said with her fingers crossed!).

Re: Question for those who have a convection oven

sandraskates — Wed, 13 Jan 2016 06:09:57 GMT

We replaced an ancient built-in oven with a Bosch a few years ago. It has dials! Convection is one of the many choices on this oven and I like it for when I'm making casseroles and roasts as you get a nice browning on the top.

I previously had a microwave oven with a convection option and liked that too.

I don't know how much "extra" cost is added to an oven with convection. I don't think it's much; shop around.

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debic — Wed, 13 Jan 2016 12:44:32 GMT

I use mine all the time. One thing is to measure the inside of the oven, there's a big difference in them. I have a GE Profile, and I can fit a 20x14 cookie sheet in mine.

Re: Question for those who have a convection oven

froggy — Wed, 13 Jan 2016 16:02:18 GMT

I have a KitchenAid double convection wall oven. It can be used as either a regular or convection oven. I use it quite a bit because I make a lot of yeast breads and they do rise higher in a convection oven. Other things like roasts also cook faster in a convection oven. They are quite pricey so I would think you would have to use the feature a lot to make it worth the extra money.

Re: Question for those who have a convection oven

Fressa — Wed, 13 Jan 2016 16:45:44 GMT

I have a counter top convection Breville oven and love it! It is great for baking and roasting turkeys. It saves on the cooking time and the food doesn't seem to dry out (IMO)I never wanted convection cooking before I got this one and now I understand why people love it. For my needs, it is worth it.

Re: Question for those who have a convection oven

esmeraldagooch — Thu, 14 Jan 2016 14:31:36 GMT

@soonersis wrote:
My oven (build-in wall style) is not working properly and I'm thinking about getting a new one (it's over 20 years old) rather than try to have it fixed. Many of the new ones have the convection feature which I've never had so want to know from those who have it what you use it for, how it's different from just a regular oven, and is it worth the additional expense. Thanks.

Yes, I have had one for years. First as a convection/ microwave, then convection ovens in my last 5 homes. I only cook using that feature. Things cook faster and better.

Re: Question for those who have a convection oven

luvsbulldogs — Thu, 14 Jan 2016 17:12:30 GMT

@soonersis wrote:
My oven (build-in wall style) is not working properly and I'm thinking about getting a new one (it's over 20 years old) rather than try to have it fixed. Many of the new ones have the convection feature which I've never had so want to know from those who have it what you use it for, how it's different from just a regular oven, and is it worth the additional expense. Thanks.

I have a convection/conventional oven and love it. As others have mentioned here it can be used for just about everything. It cooks more evenly and faster. I use mine just about every day. I like having the option on my oven. I have a combination stove. It has gas burners, which I love and an electric oven. It is 11 years old and still going strong. I have a GE. Good luck with your choice!