The freestanding cooker is an easy and conventional choice, as it combines an oven and hobs in one appliance. It is ideal for both classic and country homes, as well as for new houses, without any built-in installation restrictions. It offers convenience, variety, and functionality.

➡ And before we see what you need to pay attention to, don't forget that with a purchase via Skroutz you get: 

• Free delivery to your floor (yes, even to the 5th).
• Free returns in case you change your mind.
• 2-year warranty for any eventuality (repair, replacement, or refund) so you have peace of mind. 
• After-sales support for anything you need after your purchase.

In short, you shop without stress.

Below you will find a detailed guide to help you choose the right cooker for your needs.

Why choose a freestanding kitchen?

✔Autonomy & easy installation: No need for built-in or special construction, just connect it and it's ready to use.

✔More economical solution: Compared to buying a separate built-in oven, hobs, and kitchen furniture, a freestanding kitchen is often more economical overall.

✔Ease of transport: If you move often or want to take the appliance with you in the future, the freestanding kitchen is easier to transport as a standalone unit.

✔All in one: Combines hobs and oven in a single unit, without needing to buy separate appliances. Saves space and simplifies the kitchen.

✔Availability & variety: There are many models and designs on the market, from basic to premium, for every need and budget: ceramic, induction, or gas, with a simple or multifunctional oven.

✔Flexibility in replacement: If it breaks down or becomes outdated, you can replace it much more easily without having to dismantle kitchen furniture or adjust installations.

✔Ideal choice for students, vacation homes, small residences or people who do not want to commit to built-in equipment.

If you have decided that you want to buy a freestanding stove, let's see what you need to pay attention to!

1. Dimensions & Capacity

• For small spaces or studios, opt for a 50 cm wide stove. It is the ideal size and can meet the needs of a student and people who do not cook very often, while it fits perfectly in holiday homes and non-permanent residences.
• The most common size appliances, suitable for most kitchens, are the 60 cm wide stoves. They offer the ideal capacity for an average household, such as a family of four.
• Meanwhile, the 70 cm wide stoves and above are large, professional-type stoves with more burners and a larger capacity oven. Ideal for very large families or those who engage in cooking frequently and extensively.

Before buying, measure the available space accurately and make your choice based on your needs:

2. Types of Cooktops

• If you are looking for economy and ease of cleaning, then cookers with ceramic cooktops are the ideal choice for you. They heat through resistors and offer perfect results.
• If, on the other hand, speed in heating and high energy efficiency are what matter to you, then look for cookers with induction cooktops. They require special cookware and add a sleek and minimal aesthetic to your space.
• Cookers with gas cooktops, on the other hand, are ideal for traditional cooking with precise temperature control.

3. Types of Ovens

• Cookers with electric ovens are the most common. These are devices with a multifunctional oven, offering many different baking options (top-bottom, fan, grill, pizza, etc.), while providing even baking at all levels and easy installation. Ideal for every household and especially for users who want ease, variety in cooking, and consistent baking.
• Cookers with gas cylinder are a rarer choice these days but remain useful in areas without a natural gas network or direct access to electricity, such as holiday homes, mountainous or remote houses. They offer lower usage costs, as gas is usually cheaper than electricity, immediate and strong heating, and are ideal for traditional cooking and baking.
• Finally, cookers with natural gas ovens are connected to the central network, where infrastructure exists. This is a very economical solution, as natural gas is one of the cheapest forms of energy, offers stable temperature and immediate response, and compared to gas cookers, they leave a smaller environmental footprint.

4. Technologies & Functions

⏱️ Do you want to schedule when the cooking will start or stop? Look for a cooker with a timer! It’s ideal for situations where you want your food ready when you get home or to avoid forgetting it and overcooking. Many ovens also have a sound alert at the end of the program. 

⚡ Are you looking for an oven that can suggest the right program for each type of food? Choose a cooker with automatic cooking programs! You simply select what you’re cooking and the oven automatically sets the temperature, time, and cooking method. It’s ideal for those who don’t have much cooking experience or want convenience in their daily routine.

♻️ Cookers with a self-cleaning system are the perfect solution both for you who cook often and don’t have time for cleaning, and for you who find cleaning tedious but are a clean freak. The question, then, is: Catalysis, hydrolysis, or pyrolysis?

• In cookers with pyrolytic cleaning, the oven heats up to 400–500°C and burns everything, turning it into ash. It is more effective and thorough, but increases electricity consumption and requires good insulation.
• Cookers with catalytic cleaning have walls that absorb and burn fats when the oven reaches high temperatures (200–250°C). However, they may need to be replaced after a few years of use.
• On the other hand, cookers with hydrolytic cleaning use the power of steam at a low temperature 50–100°C to remove fats. However, they also require manual intervention with a cloth for complete removal of grease. 

✅ Do you want even cooking every time? The hot air function with fan helps distribute heat evenly throughout the oven. This way, you can bake on multiple levels at the same time without worrying about uneven cooking. Cookers with this function are ideal for foods that require precision, such as desserts or lasagna. 

❄️ Finally, if there are small children at home, choose a cooker with a cool door, as it offers greater safety. The door has multiple glass layers and special technology so that it stays cool on the outside, even when the oven is operating at high temperatures, significantly reducing the risk of burns.

5. Energy Class & Consumption

• Choose ovens with A+ category and above for energy saving. 
• Check the consumption in kWh per baking cycle, especially if you use the oven frequently.
• Learn how to read the energy label of ovens correctly and make the right decision!

Do you have a specific budget or are you interested in high-tech models? We have the solution for you! 

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In summary, choosing a freestanding cooker is not just a matter of cost or appearance, but it should also suit the way you cook, the available space, and your electricity bill! A balanced combination of functionality, quality, and energy efficiency is the key to a purchase that will serve you daily for years.

Don't forget! By considering the above individual characteristics and combining those that suit your needs, you can arrive at the ideal choice for you. Before deciding, you can also take a look at other users' reviews to see their opinions and experiences, which can help you reach a final decision much more easily.

You can also take a look at the guide with the top choices in freestanding cookers, where you will find the best based on user feedback.