Comparing convection vs.
conventional range ovens
Convection Oven
• Uses both radiant heat and a fan to circulate heat throughout the oven
• Increased air circulation can help preheat and cook items faster
• Air circulation creates a dry environment to promote even baking and browning
Conventional Oven
• Uses radiant heat generated from the bottom of the oven, creating different heat zones
• Maintains a more humid oven interior that is great for delicate pastries or achieving a crispy top on food
What are the top considerations?
When choosing between a convection and conventional oven, consider technology, cooking modes, size, maintenance and efficiency.
Convection technology
Though both oven types look similar, convection range technology uses a fan and exhaust system to circulate hot air, while a conventional oven generates heat from the bottom up.
Cooking modes
Both conventional and convection ovens have familiar cooking modes like baking, roasting and broiling, but convection ovens often come with additional cooking modes like air fry and sous vide.
How does an air fryer work?
An air fryer quickly circulates hot air around food to create a crispy crust using little to no oil. Food is placed in a perforated tray or basket to allow excess fat to drip away. While air fryers can be purchased as a standalone countertop appliance, many stoves with convection ovens now include an air fry mode as an additional cooking option.
Size
Generally, both convection and conventional ovens are the same size and both come in built-in range and wall oven options.
Cleaning & maintenance
Convection and conventional ovens have similar basic cleaning and maintenance needs. However, stoves with convection ovens also have fans in the back of the oven that can accumulate grease and food residue. Exhaust vents also need to be checked to ensure proper airflow.
Energy efficiency
Both convection and conventional ovens come in energy-efficient ENERGY STAR® Certified options.
How do range features compare?
Compare specs to find the right Samsung Range for you.
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Overview
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Capacity
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Dimensions
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Fuel Type
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Range Design
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FlexDuo™ The Flex Duo™ removable divider and dual
temperature controls let you convert one oven into two so you can cook multiple meals at once at different temperatures or settings. -
Special Cook Settings Enjoy healthier‡ fried foods with Air Fry built right into your oven. Air Fry tray included.
Cook food faster and more evenly than a conventional oven with Convection and Convection+. -
Smart Oven Camera Inside
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Wi-Fi & SmartThings
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Knobs Precision Knobs must be pinched in before the knobs can be pushed and turned.
Illuminated Precision Knobs light up when in use to let you know that your cooktop is on. -
Colors
- Overview : Faster, more even cooking than convection*
- Capacity : 6.0 – 6.3 cu. ft.
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Dimensions :
29 15/16" W x
36" – 37" H x
26 7/16" D - Fuel Type : Induction, Gas, Electric
- Range Design : Slide-in, Freestanding
- FlexDuo™ : ✓
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Special Cook Settings :
Air Fry
Air Sous Vide
Convection+ - Smart Oven Camera Inside : Available on select Bespoke models
- Wi-Fi & SmartThings : ✓
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Knobs :
Precision Knobs
Illuminated Precision Knobs - Colors : 3 colors
- Overview : Circulates air inside your oven for fast, even cooking
- Capacity : 6.0 – 6.3 cu. ft.
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Dimensions :
29 15/16" W x
36" – 47 1/16" H x
26 7/16" D - Fuel Type : Induction, Gas, Electric
- Range Design : Slide-in, Freestanding
- FlexDuo™ : —
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Special Cook Settings :
Air Fry
Convection - Smart Oven Camera Inside : —
- Wi-Fi & SmartThings : ✓
- Knobs : Precision Knobs
- Colors : 4 colors
- Overview : Uses traditional gas or electric heating element
- Capacity : 6.0 – 6.3 cu. ft.
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Dimensions :
29 15/16" W x
36" – 37" H x
26 7/16" D - Fuel Type : Induction, Gas, Electric
- Range Design : Slide-in
- FlexDuo™ : —
- Special Cook Settings : —
- Smart Oven Camera Inside : —
- Wi-Fi & SmartThings : ✓
- Knobs : —
- Colors : 2 colors
Have questions? Check out our FAQs.
How does a convection oven work?
A convection oven uses a fan and exhaust system to circulate hot air around the food to cook more evenly and efficiently, reducing cooking times and helping to achieve better browning and crisping.
What are the benefits of a convection oven?
The circulation of hot air helps food cook more evenly, for better browning and improved texture on baked goods. Because hot air is circulated throughout a convection oven instead of radiating from the bottom, you can cook multiple dishes on different racks at the same time without the need to rotate them during cooking.
What are the convection oven cooking times?
A convection oven can cook faster than a conventional oven. If your recipe is written for a conventional oven, start checking for doneness a few minutes before the recipe recommends. Check your range's user manual for cooking tips and adjustments.
What are the convection oven cooking temperatures?
Due to even heat distribution, you can bake at lower temperatures in a convection oven. Reduce the temperature by 25°F (15°C) for your recipe. For example, if your recipe calls for baking at 375°F, set your convection oven to 350°F.
On Samsung Ranges that feature Convection Bake mode, the Auto Conversion setting will adjust the temperature for you. Set your oven temperature as your recipe suggests and Auto Conversion will lower the temperature by 25°F for convection cooking.
Are convection ovens energy-efficient?
Samsung offers energy-efficient ENERGY STAR® Certified options for both convection and conventional ranges.
How do I adjust convection oven times for baking?
Since convection ovens generally cook up to 25% faster than conventional ovens, start checking for doneness a few minutes earlier than your recipe suggests.
Why is there a fan in a convection oven?
The fan in a convection oven is used to circulate hot air evenly around the oven’s interior. It keeps the oven at a consistent temperature to cook food more evenly and efficiently.
Is a convection oven better than a conventional oven?
Compare convection and conventional oven features like technology, cooking modes, size, maintenance and efficiency to find the type of oven that will be the best for you.
How do I clean and maintain a convection oven?
Turn off the oven and let it cool completely before cleaning. Remove racks and accessories and wash them separately with warm, soapy water. Wipe down the interior with a damp cloth or sponge and soapy water. Don’t use abrasive cleansers or scouring pads as they might scratch the oven’s surface. Keep water or cleaning solutions away from heating elements, as this may cause electrical issues. Wipe down the fan with a soft cloth and let it dry completely before reassembling.
Regularly inspect the oven seals, fan and heating elements for any kind of wear. Make sure the vents aren’t blocked by food or other elements. Always check the manual for specific cleaning and maintenance recommendations for your oven. Should your oven need servicing, Samsung offers an extensive warranty plan and 24/7 customer support.
See your user manual for complete care and maintenance instructions.
What are the differences between an air fryer and a convection oven?
An air fryer and convection oven are similar in that they both use a fan to circulate hot air around food. However, the air fryer uses a high-speed fan, concentrated heat and a small amount of oil to mimic a deep-fried texture – great for foods like fries, chicken wings and breaded items. An air fryer is generally used to cook small batches of food quickly, while a convection oven cooks more slowly and gently to evenly brown foods like baked goods and roasts.
What are the differences between convection and Convection+ ovens?
Samsung Ranges with Convection+ have an additional heating element to cook faster and more evenly* than standard convection ovens by circulating only hot air throughout the oven.
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