11 Best Countertop Convection Ovens for Baking (2026)
Eleven countertop convection ovens ranked for even baking first and air frying second. What fits in each one (9 × 13 pan? 13-inch pizza? two sheet pans?), the watts, and which ones run hot.
A countertop convection oven is a toaster oven with a fan. The fan moves hot air around the food, so it bakes more evenly and up to 30% faster than a regular oven.
The catch? A lot of ovens sold under that name are really air fryers with a bake button. This list puts baking first.
- Most even baking: the two Brevilles and the KitchenAid.
- Most room: Ninja XL Pro and Oster French Door.
- Best budget: BLACK+DECKER and Hamilton Beach.
This started as a top 10 countertop convection ovens list. The Ninja Double Stack earned an eleventh spot.
Quick Picks: Best Countertop Ovens for Baking
Best overallBreville Smart Oven Air Fryer Pro (BOV900BSS)
Best large capacityNinja Foodi 10-in-1 XL Pro Air Fry Oven (DT201)
Best budgetBLACK+DECKER 8-Slice Extra Wide Convection Countertop Oven (TO3250XSB)
Countertop Convection Oven Comparison
The first column is the one to read. “Fits a 13-inch pizza” and “fits a 9 × 13 pan” aren’t the same thing, because a pan needs depth and room for handles.
| Oven | Interior (what fits) | Watts | Convection type | Air fry? | Rating | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Breville Smart Oven Air Fryer Pro (BOV900BSS) | 1.0 cu ft: 9×13 pan, 13″ pizza, 14 lb turkey | 1,800 W | 2-speed convection, Element iQ | Yes, plus dehydrate and proof | 4.5 ★ (13,109) | $$$ |
| Breville Smart Oven Pro (BOV845BSS) | 0.8 cu ft: 13″ pizza, 6 slices, 9-cup muffin tray | 1,800 W | Convection fan, Element iQ | No | 4.5 ★ (10,407) | $$$ |
| Ninja Foodi 10-in-1 XL Pro Air Fry Oven (DT201) | 2 levels: two sheet pans, two 12″ pizzas, 12 lb turkey | 1,800 W | True Surround convection | Yes | 4.4 ★ (7,879) | $$ |
| Nuwave Bravo XL Pro 30 QT Air Fryer Toaster Oven | 30 qt: 13″ pizza, 10 lb chicken | 1,800 W | 3 fan speeds, adjustable top/bottom heat, 50–500°F | Yes | 4.3 ★ (2,066) | $$ |
| Oster Extra-Large 42 L French Door Countertop Oven | 42 L: 15×12 pan, two large pizzas, whole chicken | Not stated | Turbo convection | Yes | 4.2 ★ (561) | $ |
| KitchenAid Digital Countertop Oven with Air Fry & Pizza Stone (KCO128) | 12″ pizza stone included | Not stated | Even-Heat: top + bottom elements + fan | Yes, no-flip basket | 4.5 ★ (44) | $$$ |
| Calphalon Performance Cool Touch Toaster Oven with Turbo Convection | 12″ pizza, 12 presets incl. bread proof | 1,400 W | Quartz heat + turbo convection | No (air-fry version available) | 4.4 ★ (467) | $$ |
| Hamilton Beach Sure-Crisp XL Digital Air Fryer Oven (31390) | 1.12 cu ft: two 9×13 pans (no handles), two 12″ pizzas | 1,800 W | Convection bake + air fry | Yes | 4.0 ★ (395) | $$ |
| BLACK+DECKER 8-Slice Extra Wide Convection Countertop Oven (TO3250XSB) | 9×13 pan with handles, 8 slices | 1,500 W | Convection fan | No | 4.3 ★ (11,906) | $ |
| Ninja Double Stack XL Countertop Oven, 12-in-1 (DCT601) | Two separate ovens: 6 slices, 4.5 lb chicken | Not stated | Convection bake in each zone | Yes | 4.4 ★ (325) | $$$ |
| Cuisinart Air Fryer Toaster Oven with Grill, 1800 W (TOA-70) | 0.6 cu ft: 12″ pizza, 6 slices, 4 lb chicken | 1,800 W | Convection bake + convection broil | Yes, plus grill plate | 4.4 ★ (7,885) | $$ |
Ratings and review counts are as listed on Amazon at time of writing and change over time. Price tiers: $ under $150 · $$ $150–250 · $$$ over $250.
The 11 Best Countertop Convection Ovens, Reviewed
Ranked for baking, then capacity, then value, based on specs, owner reviews and expert countertop convection oven reviews.
Breville Smart Oven Air Fryer Pro (BOV900BSS)
Amazon’s #1 best seller in convection ovens and America’s Test Kitchen’s top pick. It bakes more like a real oven than anything else here, and it fits a standard 9 × 13 pan.
- Two fan speeds: gentle for cakes, strong for roasting
- Precise temperature control, no cold spots
- Proof setting for bread dough
- Takes up about 21 inches of counter
- $320–400
Breville Smart Oven Pro (BOV845BSS)
The baker’s Breville. No air fryer, just a very even countertop oven for baking that cuts cook times by up to 30%.
- One of the most even-baking toaster ovens around
- Slow cooks for up to 10 hours
- Interior light
- Fits a 12 × 12 pan, not a 9 × 13
- No air fry
Ninja Foodi 10-in-1 XL Pro Air Fry Oven (DT201)
The large countertop convection oven for people who cook by the sheet pan. Two racks bake evenly at once with no rotating, and it preheats in about 90 seconds.
- Two sheet pans or two 12″ pizzas at once
- Fits a 12 lb turkey
- Low profile, sits under most cabinets
- Deep, so check your counter depth
- Controls lean toward air frying
Nuwave Bravo XL Pro 30 QT Air Fryer Toaster Oven
The most control you can get under $200. You set the fan speed and how much heat comes from the top vs the bottom, and it goes all the way to 500°F.
- Hotter than the Brevilles (500°F)
- Probe stops cooking when a roast hits temperature
- Great for pizza with extra bottom heat
- Busy control panel
- So many presets it takes an evening to learn
Oster Extra-Large 42 L French Door Countertop Oven
The full size countertop convection oven of the group, for around $130. The French doors open with one pull and stay open on magnets, which you’ll love when you’re holding a hot tray.
- Takes a 15 × 12 pan or two large pizzas
- Hot glass stays out of your way
- Simple dial controls
- Dials are less precise than digital
- Takes a lot of counter
KitchenAid Digital Countertop Oven with Air Fry & Pizza Stone (KCO128)
The only oven on the list that comes with a 12-inch pizza stone and a pizza setting. The stone is just as good for a small loaf or focaccia.
- Pizza stone in the box
- Heat from top and bottom for crisp bases
- Preheats in under four minutes
- New listing, few reviews so far
- Pricier than similar-sized ovens
Calphalon Performance Cool Touch Toaster Oven with Turbo Convection
If you’ve ever searched “is there a countertop convection oven that doesn’t get dangerously hot to touch”, this is it. Calphalon says the outside stays up to 75% cooler than its standard model.
- Safer next to kids and cabinets
- Quartz elements heat fast and evenly
- Bread proof and dehydrate settings
- A 12″ pizza is the size limit
- No air fry on this version
Hamilton Beach Sure-Crisp XL Digital Air Fryer Oven (31390)
A cheap and good countertop convection oven if you need room. It’s the only one under $200 that takes two 9 × 13 pans at once.
- Serious capacity for the price
- Separate convection bake mode for even baking
- Fits a 5 lb chicken
- Pans need to be handle-free to fit two
- Air fry is slower than a basket fryer (Hamilton Beach says so itself)
BLACK+DECKER 8-Slice Extra Wide Convection Countertop Oven (TO3250XSB)
Almost 12,000 ratings and under $90. It bakes, broils, toasts and keeps warm, and it fits a 9 × 13 pan with handles, which some $300 ovens can’t.
- Cheapest oven here that takes a 9 × 13
- Simple dials and a 60-minute timer
- Separate toast timer
- Runs cool on purpose; set it about 25°F higher
- No digital display
Ninja Double Stack XL Countertop Oven, 12-in-1 (DCT601)
Two ovens stacked in one footprint. Bake brownies at 325°F up top while chicken roasts at 425°F below, and both finish at the same time.
- The only countertop double convection oven here
- Smells don’t cross between ovens
- Open just the top door for quick jobs
- Each oven is fairly small
- Runs slightly hot; drop bakes 10–15°F
Cuisinart Air Fryer Toaster Oven with Grill, 1800 W (TOA-70)
The best small countertop convection oven that still has real convection bake and broil. It fits a 12-inch pizza or a 4 lb chicken in a compact box.
- Grill and griddle plate included
- Easy dials, easy to wipe
- Over 7,000 sold each month
- Too small for 9 × 13 pans
- No digital presets
Convection Oven vs Air Fryer Oven vs Toaster Oven vs Speed Oven
Four names, four different machines. Knowing which one you want is the quickest way to pick the right oven for countertop cooking. (On Amazon you’ll also see “convection ovens countertop”, “table top convection oven” or “counter top ovens” in listing titles. Same thing.)
Heating elements top and bottom, plus a fan. Bakes, roasts and broils evenly. The Breville Smart Oven Pro, BLACK+DECKER and Calphalon are the purest examples here.
Same box with a stronger fan and a mesh basket. Better at crisping, sometimes worse at gentle baking. The best ones (Breville Air Fryer Pro, Ninja, Nuwave) have two fan speeds, so they do both. More in our air fryer toaster oven guide.
Elements, no fan. Fine for toast, slow and patchy for baking. Not on this list.
A microwave with convection and grill elements. The fastest of all, but tops out around 425°F. See our microwave combos.
If one appliance has to do everything
TOSHIBA 6-in-1 Inverter Convection Microwave & Air Fryer Combo
A countertop speed oven with convection is a microwave that can also bake and brown. This Toshiba is the affordable take on that idea. Rated lower than everything above, so buy it to save space, not for the baking.
Check Toshiba Combo Price on Amazon →What Fits: Small, Large and Full-Size
We sorted these countertop ovens for kitchen size and the dishes you actually make. Pick by what you cook most, not the biggest thing you might cook once a year.
Convection oven countertop sizes at a glance
| You mostly bake… | You need | Picks |
|---|---|---|
| Toast, a 12″ pizza, a tray of cookies | Compact, 0.6–0.8 cu ft | Cuisinart TOA-70, Breville Smart Oven Pro, Calphalon |
| 9 × 13 casseroles, brownies, sheet cakes | A confirmed “fits 9 × 13” | Breville Air Fryer Pro, BLACK+DECKER (with handles), Hamilton Beach XL (two, no handles), KitchenAid |
| Two sheet pans, a whole chicken | Large or full-size, 1 cu ft+ | Ninja Foodi XL Pro, Oster 42 L |
| Two dishes at two temperatures | A double oven | Ninja Double Stack XL |
Full-size countertop ovens run 20–22 inches wide and 17–19 deep. Check the gap under your cabinets too: the Ninja XL Pro is about 7.5 inches tall, the Oster and Breville Air Fryer Pro 11–13. Leave 4 inches behind and above for airflow.
Countertop Convection Oven Buying Guide
Six things that separate the highest rated countertop convection ovens from the ones that go back in the box.
Check the pan, not the quarts
Quarts and litres are marketing. Look for the pan the maker names: 9 × 13 with handles (BLACK+DECKER), 9 × 13 without (Breville Air Fryer Pro, Hamilton Beach), or 15 × 12 (Oster).
One speed or two
Two fan speeds (Breville Air Fryer Pro, Nuwave) let you bake gently and crisp hard. One speed is fine if you mostly bake.
1,500–1,800 W is normal
More watts means faster preheat, not better baking. Any of these uses far less power than heating a full-size oven.
450°F+ and accuracy
Pizza and roasting want 450–500°F. A probe (Nuwave) or precise temperature control (Breville) is what stops a cheesecake cracking.
Dials or a screen
Dials are quick and last. Screens give presets and timers. Every pick has a pull-out crumb tray.
Cool-touch and clearance
Toaster ovens get hot. Calphalon’s cool-touch shell helps, and French doors (Oster) keep hot glass out of your path.
Countertop Convection Oven FAQs
What is the best countertop convection oven for baking?▼
The Breville Smart Oven Air Fryer Pro. It’s the best counter oven for baking we found: even heat, two fan speeds and room for a 9 × 13. The Smart Oven Pro bakes just as evenly in a smaller, cheaper box.
Is the Breville still the best countertop convection oven 2026 has to offer?▼
Yes, the Smart Oven Air Fryer Pro is still Amazon’s top seller in the category. For capacity, the Ninja Foodi XL Pro. On a budget, the BLACK+DECKER Extra Wide.
Do countertop convection ovens cook faster?▼
Yes, usually 25–30% faster than a regular oven at the same setting. Drop the recipe temperature by 25°F, or check a quarter of the way early.
Can a countertop convection oven replace a full-size oven?▼
For one or two people, or weeknights, yes. The Ninja XL Pro and Oster handle a 12 lb turkey and two sheet pans. For a holiday feast, keep the big oven.
Which countertop oven fits a 9 × 13 pan?▼
Breville Air Fryer Pro, BLACK+DECKER Extra Wide (with handles), Hamilton Beach XL (two, without handles), KitchenAid KCO128 and Oster 42 L. The Breville Smart Oven Pro and Cuisinart TOA-70 don’t.
Is there a countertop oven that stays cool on the outside?▼
The Calphalon Performance Cool Touch. Calphalon says the outside runs up to 75% cooler. Everything else gets hot on top and on the door, so leave 4 inches of space.
What is the best small countertop convection oven?▼
Cuisinart TOA-70 if you want a compact countertop electric convection oven with real convection bake and broil. If you can spare a bit more counter, the Breville Smart Oven Pro bakes better.
What is the best large or full-size countertop convection oven?▼
Ninja Foodi XL Pro for two-level cooking, or the Oster 42 L French Door for the biggest oven for the money.
Are there countertop double convection ovens?▼
Yes, the Ninja Double Stack XL. Two separate ovens in one footprint, each with its own temperature.
What is a countertop speed oven with convection?▼
A microwave that also bakes and grills. It’s the fastest option but weaker at baking. The Toshiba combo above is the affordable version.
Are countertop convection ovens energy efficient?▼
Much more than a full-size oven. They preheat in 2–5 minutes and heat a fraction of the space, so a 30-minute bake uses roughly a third of the power.
Do any countertop ovens have steam for bread?▼
Not on this list. Steam ovens are a separate, pricier category. For a crisp crust, put a small metal pan on the floor to preheat and add half a cup of hot water when the loaf goes in.
Convection oven or air fryer: which should I buy?▼
If you bake, get the convection oven. If you mostly crisp frozen food, get the air fryer. The best countertop oven for baking and air frying together is the Breville Air Fryer Pro.
The Bottom Line
Decide how much room you need first, then how precise you want the baking to be.
- Best overall: Breville Smart Oven Air Fryer Pro. Even heat, two fan speeds, fits a 9 × 13.
- Best for pure baking: Breville Smart Oven Pro.
- Best large: Ninja Foodi XL Pro. Biggest for the money: Oster 42 L French Door.
- Best value: Nuwave Bravo XL Pro.
- Best budget: BLACK+DECKER Extra Wide. Two 9 × 13s under $200: Hamilton Beach XL.
- Best cool-touch: Calphalon Performance. Pizza and bread: KitchenAid KCO128.
- Best double oven: Ninja Double Stack XL. Best compact: Cuisinart TOA-70.
Whichever you pick, drop recipe temperatures 25°F on convection and check ten minutes early the first few times.
