When a Standard 60cm Oven Just Isn't Enough
A 60cm oven works well for couples and small families, but for a household of 5 or more people, or for anyone who entertains regularly, it quickly becomes a bottleneck. This guide covers what to look for when choosing an oven for a large family — cavity size, features and formats that actually make a difference.
Oven Size Comparison
| Oven Type | Cavity Volume | Trays at Once | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|
| Standard 60cm | 60–70L | 2 | Couples, small families |
| 60cm with grill cavity | 65–75L + small top | 2 + grilling | Families of 4–5 |
| 90cm freestanding | 95–130L | 3–4 | Large families, serious cooks |
| Double wall oven | Two independent cavities | 4+ across both | High-volume households |
Option 1: 90cm Freestanding Oven
A 90cm freestanding oven is the most practical upgrade for a large family kitchen. It includes a 90cm cooktop above and a large oven cavity below — often 95–130L. You can cook a large roast AND a tray of vegetables at the same time, and still have a tray free for bread or dessert.
Brands offering quality 90cm freestandings in Australia include:
- Westinghouse PXE907 and similar models — excellent value, reliable
- Electrolux 90cm series — good features, strong performance
- Ilve and Smeg — premium Italian options for design-focused kitchens
Option 2: Double Wall Oven
A double wall oven gives you two completely independent oven cavities stacked vertically. You can run both at different temperatures simultaneously — perfect for Christmas lunch, large dinner parties or households that bake frequently.
They require dedicated cabinetry and are built-in rather than freestanding. They’re a good choice for kitchens being renovated from scratch.
Option 3: 60cm Oven + Benchtop Oven
A practical and affordable solution for large families is to keep the existing 60cm oven and add a quality benchtop convection oven. Modern benchtop ovens can handle a 24cm cake, a full roast chicken, or a large pizza. This gives you two cooking spaces without a full kitchen renovation.
Key Features to Prioritise for Large Families
- Fan-forced / convection: Essential for even cooking across multiple trays at the same time. Without fan-forced, the bottom tray always cooks faster.
- Large cavity depth: Look for at least 45cm internal depth to fit standard roasting trays
- Pyrolytic self-cleaning: With high cooking volumes, manual cleaning becomes a burden quickly. Pyrolytic burns residue to ash automatically.
- Multiple rack positions: At least 5 shelf positions give flexibility when cooking multiple dishes
- Separate grill: A separate grilling element (not fan grill) allows real high-heat grilling alongside oven cooking
Find the Right Oven at Oceania Appliances
We stock a range of quality second-hand and refurbished ovens including 90cm freestandings and built-in models from Westinghouse, Electrolux, Bosch and more. All come with our 3–6 month warranty and free delivery across Sydney. Visit our Wetherill Park showroom or shop online.