The iQ MiniOven is the latest technological marvel from CHEF iQ, and it may not be hyperbole to say that it will radically change how we cook with countertop ovens. In this overview and introduction to the MiniOven, we'll go over it's headlining features, and take a deep dive into how nearly every facet was designed from the ground up.

Features:

We'll start with an overview of it's many features. In terms of hardware, the iQ MiniOven is equipped with a powerful DC motor, which allows us to spin the convection fan inside at a faster RPM, moving more air than some dedicated air fryers. This feat is achieved while using less energy. With its five separate heating elements (three on top, two on the bottom), the MiniOven can reach sustained temperatures of 500ºF, opening up a wide range of cooking scenarios most countertop ovens can't reach. 

Cooking Capabilities

The MiniOven features eleven cooking functions:

• Bake
• Roast
• Air Fry
• Dehydrate
• Toast
• Slow Cook
• Broil
• Air Broil
• Reheat
• Keep Warm
• Proof

But the iQ MiniOven takes it a step further with its cooking presets. These presets have been intelligently designed to take the guesswork out of cooking, making it easier than ever to get delicious results. There are dozens of cooking presets shipping on the device, with more trickling down in future firmware updates. Some of the cooking presets include options to cook chicken breasts, potatoes, frozen pizza, and even eggs - just the way you like.

The Experience

Of course, all of these functions and presets are well and good, but it's not helpful if they're difficult to access. Thankfully, the MiniOven's colorful touch display makes navigating thousands of cooking permutations a simple task. And yes, you could also program the oven with your smartphone, but sometimes it's nice to be able to quickly set up a cook the way you need it without reaching into your pocket.

The iQ MiniOven is also fully compatible with iQ Sense. The process of pairing the two is actually quite magical. You simply remove the probe from the hub, and hold it near the oven. On the oven's screen you'll see a prompt to connect. Once paired, your iQ MiniOven will now start cooking using real-time temperature data from the iQ Sense probe, so you're sure to get perfect results, every time.

During your cooking session with the iQ MiniOven, you'll be kept up to date on cooking instructions and notifications with alerts from the iQ app, as well as alerts from its built-in speaker. This is especially handy when you want to do other errands around the house and not have to worry about overcooking or undercooking your food.

The last notable creature comfort the iQ MiniOven offers is Dual Cook. Dual Cook allows the MiniOven to automatically and intelligently switch between two cooking functions. For instance, after your baked macaroni is done baking, your MiniOven can automatically switch to the broil feature, to give it that nice, crispy layer on top. Another plus is having it switch from any cooking function into its Keep Warm setting. After your casserole is finished baking, your MiniOven will automatically keep your casserole warm for up to four hours after.

The Details

Everything, from the special alloy of stainless steel coating its interior, to the natural interior lighting for maximum cooking clarity, has been specially made for the iQ MiniOven. One of its accessories, the mini glide rack, has also been engineered in-house to work flawlessly - even at 500ºF. You don't have to look too deep into the MiniOven to see it's innovation. The door alone has many standout features, not seen altogether on any other countertop oven. From its edge-to-edge glass window, allowing you to see the entire interior of the oven, to its soft-close hinges, its easy to see how iQ MiniOven stands above the rest.

The Magic

There's quite literally no other countertop oven like it. It's a marvel in cooking technology, through and through. It's a device that's greater than the sum of its parts, and for the price, it's unbeatable. CHEF iQ continues to redefine the connected-cooking sphere, with products that push the limits of what we thought possible. And the oven itself is only enhanced further through the power of the iQ app. We hope you love the iQ MiniOven as much as we do. It's been a labor of love for the past four years, and we can't wait to see what you'll create.

You can preorder the iQ MiniOven today, and experience the magic in May 2025.

Product Specifications:
Dimensions: 16.1 x 16.4 x 14.4 in.
Capacity: 0.85 cu. ft. | Fits a 9x13" baking pan or 13" pizza
Temperature Range: 90ºF to 500ºF