The Anova Precision Oven in a modern kitchen setting.

Anova Precision Oven Review: Is It Worth The Hype?

The Anova Precision Oven has been hailed as a game-changer for home cooks, promising the power of a professional combi oven at a fraction of the price. But with a hefty price tag, the question remains: is it a revolutionary tool or an overhyped gadget? We bought one and put it through months of rigorous testing. Here’s our data.

A combi oven combines conventional convection heat with steam. This control over both temperature and humidity is the secret weapon of professional kitchens, allowing for everything from perfectly moist sous-vide style roasts without a bag, to bakery-level bread crusts. Anova’s goal was to bring this technology to the home kitchen.

The Key Features: What It Promises

Sous Vide Mode: Cook with precise temperature control using steam, no bags required.
Variable Steam Injection: Control humidity from 0% to 100% for perfect crusts and moist interiors.
App Connectivity: Control and monitor your cook from your phone.
Probe Thermometer: Cook to a precise internal temperature, not just for a set time.

A perfectly baked loaf of sourdough bread in front of the Anova Precision Oven.

The Verdict: Our Lab Analysis

After dozens of tests—from baking sourdough bread to roasting a whole chicken and proofing dough—our conclusion is clear. The Anova Precision Oven isn’t just a gadget; it’s a paradigm shift for the serious home cook who understands and values precision.

The Kitchen Geeks Rating

4.8 / 5.0

A near-perfect score, held back only by its physical size and initial learning curve.

Pros

Unmatched temperature and humidity control.
Produces spectacular results, especially for baking.
Bagless sous-vide cooking is a revelation.
Excellent build quality for the price point.

Cons

Takes up significant counter space.
The app can be occasionally buggy.
Has a steeper learning curve than a standard oven.

Is It For You?

If you’re a baker looking for a professional-level crust, or a cooking geek obsessed with achieving perfect, repeatable results, the Anova Precision Oven is, without a doubt, one of the best investments you can make for your kitchen. If you just need to heat up a frozen pizza, this is overkill.

For us, it has earned a permanent place in the lab.