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    Most and Least Reliable Wall Oven Brands

    With data on more than 12,000 wall ovens, CR's member surveys reveal the brands that last

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    view of corner of kitchen with wall oven and microwave and 4 containers on counter
    A reliable wall oven will provide years of stress-free baking and broiling without needing repairs.
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    We bake dozens of cakes and hundreds of cookies every year to test how well electric wall ovens perform. In addition, to see whether these appliances hold up over time, we ask thousands of CR members to provide details about problems their wall ovens may have had and tell us how satisfied they are overall with their appliances.

    We heard from members about their experiences with 12,938 electric wall ovens they bought between 2013 and 2023, and used the data to calculate predicted reliability and owner satisfaction ratings. Predicted reliability reflects the likelihood that models from a given brand will develop problems or break within the first five years. Owner satisfaction reflects the percentage of members who said they would recommend their wall oven.

    More on Wall Ovens, Cooktops, and Ranges

    Our survey found considerable differences in predicted reliability between brands, not to mention in owner satisfaction. One key finding? The most reliable brands in our survey are a mix of mainstream and pro-style brands.

    To find a reliable wall oven, start with our buying guide to zero in on advice concerning the features and options that matter most to you (such as whether a single- or double-oven model suits you best). Next, turn to our wall oven ratings for more information on each model we’ve tested, including lab performance.

    Most Reliable Wall Oven Brands

    From our surveys, we rated the reliability of 19 electric wall oven brands: Bosch, Café, Dacor, Electrolux, Gaggenau, GE, Ikea, JennAir, KitchenAid, LG, Maytag, Miele, Monogram, Samsung, Signature Kitchen Suite, Thermador, Viking, Whirlpool, and Wolf.

    CR members can read on for some of the most important findings from our surveys and ratings of specific wall ovens that rate well for predicted reliability.

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    We investigate, research, and test so you can choose with confidence.