01 The global combi ovens market is growing because these ovens solve multiple kitchen challenges at once. By combining steam, convection, and humidity control in a single unit, they save space, cut down on labour, speed up cooking, and help kitchens deliver consistent food quality. Additionally, newer models add smart features like digital controls, AI-guided cooking, and IoT connectivity to improve reliability. With restaurants, cloud kitchens, and hotels pushing toward more automation and efficiency, demand for compact, intelligent, and eco-friendly combi ovens is set to remain strong.
01 Digital Intelligence and Always-On Connectivity Combi ovens are becoming highly digitalised, incorporating AI-assisted cooking and connectivity to boost consistency and efficiency. Features like optical cooking use sensors to monitor food in real time, dynamically adjusting parameters and reducing the need for constant human oversight. For example, in March 2025, Convotherm launched the mini pro, a compact combi oven with integrated AI-driven Optical Cooking using innovative ConvoSense technology. It automatically detects food and starts the corresponding cooking profile, without manual input. This connectivity allows large chains to centrally deploy recipes, ensuring compliance and quality across all locations and accelerating adoption among multi-site operators who demand maximum uptime.
02 Miniaturisation and Space-Efficient Models for Urban and Small-Format Kitchens The market is rapidly shifting toward miniaturization to fit urban and small kitchens that prioritize space efficiency. These “mini” models pack full professional functionality into a smaller footprint, helping operators maximise limited space while cutting upfront and utility costs. They often come with smart features like automated cleaning and sensor-based cooking, which reduce the need for highly trained staff and deliver consistent results.
March 2026 Rational expanded its combi oven portfolio with advanced cooking systems featuring improved automation, energy efficiency, and smart connectivity solutions for commercial kitchens.
January 2026 Electrolux Professional expanded its professional cooking equipment portfolio with new combi oven solutions designed for restaurants, hotels, and institutional foodservice operations.
October 2025 UNOX expanded its combi oven solutions with AI-powered cooking technologies, automated programs, and connected kitchen features designed to improve operational efficiency.
August 2025 Welbilt expanded its commercial kitchen equipment portfolio with advanced combi oven technologies focused on energy savings, cooking precision, and foodservice productivity.