Artusi AFC547W

Ok but – The choice of 54cm freestanding ovens with electric hobs are limited. I wanted one with the controls on the front facia rather than having to reach over hot pots. I also did not need a separate grill. This product looks good with its glass facia and ceramic top, but is very cheaply built. The drawer under the oven is very flimsy and I will not… Read more

store any thing in it. I think repeated opening and closing will break it and it cant take any weight. The seals on the oven look flimsy. So far it has worked well however. I was attracted to buying this due to the extended 5 year warranty which is 3 years better than other brands.

Solid product – Designed nicely, ergonomic in most areas. Great warranty for peace of mind, good price ($811). The two large hot plates helped me choose this model over other branded ones. I have a few large pots which other stoves do not cater for. The oven has a lot of features, such has multiple options involving top element, dual top elements for extra… Read more

grilling power, top / bottom elements, rear elements. It is fan forced. The oven warms up much quicker than my old single element one. The tray underneath is welcomed extra storage for large trays. The stove elements are easy to clean.

However, a few things are not the best. The fan is loud enough that you do hear it when it is on. Others have complained, but it is a helpful reminder that the oven is going. The timer is completely optional, but if you use it, it only has a polite little repeating beep. Some do not like it (personally I prefer it, -I hate loud rude ones). The stove elements controls are low enough that children can easily get them. The stove elements are not as hot as my old solid elements. However, they are easy to clean and the lack of rust makes them my prefered choice. The timer buttons situated above the oven can get warm when the grill is on or the oven is hot for a long time.

But these complaints are trivial. It is a good unit for the price. I just wish it were a little more powerful in the stove top elements.