Last Updated on March 31, 2024 by Jessica Lauren Vine
Sometimes you can’t grill due to storms or other situations, and you need to find the best RV oven so you can enjoy some good food and cook indoors.
Whether you’re living in your RV full time or you’re planning your next vacation, you know how important feeding everyone is. If people are hungry—things can get real ugly in a small space.
Continue reading this article to learn more about buying the best RV oven, but you don’t have to wait to see my top pick, so here you go.
My Pick for Best RV Oven
Hubs used this range oven while he was becoming a certified chef. It wasn't easy because of the lack of counter space, but it did the job.
I'd highly recommend it.
- 17"
- Stainless steel
- Glass cover for more countertop space when not in use
- Easy to light
- Big enough to cook for decent-si
- Thanksgiving dinner is hard to cook in here
When we started RVing, my husband, Joe, wasn’t in culinary arts school. He had always wanted to go but didn’t want to go off to school somewhere, so I found a school online.
We were in our Prime Time Avenger ATI 24BHS, and he had to do an insane amount of tasks for class. Let’s just say that we ate well and all of our friends at the RV park loved testing his food.
This combined cooktop range and oven did the trick for us so he could do his classwork and we could enjoy great eats whenever we wanted to. Yay for having a chef husband.
One of the reasons this is the best RV oven is because it has one of the biggest capacities. It has an inner volume of 1.24 cu. ft. / 35.24L so you can get almost anything cooked. Its 7,100 BTUs make it powerful enough to get the job done.
The glass top of the range is definitely scratch-resistant because we put it through a lot.
It’s pretty easy to clean as well, which made it really nice. When you have such a small space, it’s important to keep everything as clean as possible or you’ll just go nutty.
This Furrion range and stove have a safety cutoff valve that allows you to have peace of mind. The safety cutoff prevents fire hazards and the piezo ignition makes it safe and easy when it comes to lighting burners.
What Are the Different Types of RV Ovens & Stoves?
- RV oven and stove combo
- Cooktop stove
- Wall oven
- Convection oven
- Outdoor camp ovens
We are focusing on the RV oven and stove combos because I truly believe they are the best. Without having both of them together, it can be a kitchen nightmare—which we lived for a year.
Buying the Best RV Oven & Stove
Many RVs don’t come with ovens. When we first started out, we had a 2018 Wolf Pup 18 TO and it only had the range but no oven. That made things a lot more difficult for cooking, and we upgraded after living in it for a year.
You do have to keep your budget in mind, but this is one of those purchases that you don’t want to skimp on.
Make sure the RV oven you buy is:
- Easy to clean
- Easy to light
- Made from a trusted manufacturer
- Big enough for the cooking you plan on doing
- Enough burners
- Ease of installation (hire someone)
- Material and design
- BTU rating (the more there are, the more powerful it is)
When you consider these main points and make sure to hit them all, you’ll be good to go and a true happy camper.
RV Stove & Oven Types
There are a few different designs when it comes to RV ovens and stoves. Before we get into which one you might want to pick, let’s look at the options.
Full Ranges
Not all RVs have full ranges where you can cook on the stovetop and in the oven. However, a full range has both—usually multiple burners on the top and the oven underneath it. If you want to feel more like you’re at home, then this is the best option for you.
Built-In Camper Cooktops
Built-in camper cooktops are meant to go on top of an oven unit. While many RVs have full ranges, as mentioned above, some only have one or the other. If you want to give yourself more options, then dropping a built-in camper cooktop on top of your RV oven is a great idea.
Portable Camping Stoves
When you have a small space and don’t want to have something always in your way, you might opt to use a portable camping stove. When it comes to the best RV oven, this is usually the most lightweight and compact version for you to get what you want.
Electric RV Cooktops
Electric RV cooktops usually run on 120-volt AC power. You can pretty much put them anywhere as long as they have a power source. Be careful when plugging in if your RV is running to its max or it might flip a breaker.
Wall Oven
If your RV already has an existing cooktop, you might consider putting in a wall oven. This design allows you to install it on any kitchen wall wherever you want it. Most wall ovens are electric, and you can ask any RV repair shop to help you change it out.
RV Oven Power Sources
You have two options when it comes to your RV oven power source. You’re either using propane or electricity. There are pros and cons to both, and they will work great as long as you know what you’re dealing with.
Electric RV Stoves & Ovens
The biggest benefit of using electric RV stoves and ovens is that you can control the temperature pretty easily. If you’re like me, you’re probably doing miracles if you’re cooking anyway. You don’t need any more challenges than necessary.
Keep in mind that if you’re operating off battery power, even the best RV oven or stove can drain the power pretty quickly. I would only recommend going electric if you plan on being plugged into a stationary location.
Propane RV Stoves & Ovens
Whether you’re plugged up to shore power or not, it’s easy to use a propane stove or oven in your RV. It’s reliable, and you’ll be able to cook no matter where you are. This is why you’ll see almost all RVs have propane RV stoves and ovens.
Remember what I said above about temperature? Yeah. It’s a little bit more difficult to put the temperature right where you want it when you use propane. So, keep that in mind when you’re cooking, so you don’t burn or undercook anything.
Ease of Cleaning
When you choose the best RV oven for you, make sure you keep the ease of cleaning in mind. You don’t want to deal with an RV oven that is going to drive you mad trying to get it cleaned.
Look for an RV oven that has a stainless steel finish. They are easy to wipe clean, and all you need is some cleaner and a cloth. Other metals are okay, but a lot of times, you’ll find more food residue sticks to them, and you’ll need to bring in heavy-duty cleaner. Other metals may also scratch easily, especially if you use an abrasive cleaning tool.
RV Oven Durability
Once you buy the best RV oven, you don’t want to have to think about getting another RV oven any time soon.
Consider things like:
- Knob quality
- Burner longevity
- Oven’s pilot light lifespan
when considering the best RV oven to buy. This plays into the next section nicely.
RV Oven Safety Concerns
If your RV oven isn’t built well, you might have some safety concerns to deal with. But besides build quality, there are other things to think about when you want to put the best RV oven in your RV.
When changing out your RV’s stove, there is gas, propane and/or electricity to think about as you change it out. For me, I would always have a professional do it. But I know there are plenty of people that want to DIY it.
If you want to change your current stove from propane to electric or visa versa, I definitely recommend consulting a professional.
How Much Power Does It Take to Run an RV Oven?
The good news is that RV ovens almost always run off of propane. Even if you don’t have electric hookups where you’re camping, you’ll be able to use your RV oven and range. Keep in mind that not all RV ovens are propane, so if that’s something you want, make sure you don’t accidentally buy an electric one.
An average oven will take about 3,000 watts of power so unless you have shore power, it makes things much more difficult. A big enough portable generator could power it, but that can get expensive and requires propane or gas anyway.
Best RV Oven Options
Here are some of the best RV oven options that you can’t miss.
- 17"
- 52879
- High output burner
- Plenty of BTU
- Piezo ignition
- N/A... So far, so good
This Atwood RV range oven cooktop is another good option for those of you looking for a 17″ model.
With its centralized high-output burner and its improved flame distribution, it allows for a good cooking experience. The stovetop features a high-output 9,000 BTU burner and two enhanced 6,500 rear burners so your food can cook faster.
The one-piece porcelain grate make allows for easy use with pots and pans. To reduce rattling during travel days, they made it with cushioned grommets. Overall, a very well-designed RV oven.
The ignition type is piezo, which allows for a quick and safe start.
- DT251
- Smart XL air fry oven
- Bake
- Broil
- Toast
- Air fry
- Roast
- Digital toaster
- Smart thermometer
- True surround convection up to 450°F
- Includes 6 trays & more
- Gives you ten ways to cook
- Helps you turn out food just right
- More power in less space
- Comes with a hefty price tag
I have to say that I love all things Ninja and if you want an RV oven that does a little extra then this is a good option. Yes, I know it doesn’t install in your oven, but sometimes you’ve got to do what you’ve got to do.
When we had our little 18 foot RV, there was no way an oven installation was possible. What we did have room for was a convection oven and this is a great option for doing just that—and then some.
This bad boy has true surround convection which means up to ten times the convection power that you’d get with a normal full-size convection oven. It can air fry, air roast, whole roast, bake, broil, toast, bagel, reheat, dehydrate, and cook pizza.
If you’re not a super cook, the integrated Foodi Smart Thermometer can help you out.
A really good find if you have the money for it because it’s pretty pricey.
- Large 4 slice capacity
- 12 liters
- Simple to read
- Easy to use
- Clean quickly
- A bit too small for many families
This Hamilton Beach countertop oven is actually the one we used in our RV, but it’s not at all as cool as the one above. However, it’s much friendlier to the budget, so you don’t have to feel guilty when you’re eating.
We used this to cook two pizzas in a lot when we were in the small RV. We literally cooked a whole Thanksgiving chicken—yes, chicken—in this as well, and it was so delicious.
I didn’t realize anything cooking faster than it would in a normal oven, but keep an eye out just in case you find something that does. Burning food is a no-go for RV fun.
This is a good little model if you have a small RV and still want to cook delicious food.
Best RV Oven Frequently Asked Question
Here are some frequently asked questions about getting the best RV oven.
How do you use an RV oven?
To use your RV oven, you need to light the pilot by giving it a little gas and then using a lighter. It will catch the flame and you can turn it up or down from there.
How do you know when the RV oven is preheated?
There is no way to know specifically when your RV oven is preheated. You have to let it run for a little bit and test it out a few times to see what works best for you.
The Bottom Line – Buying the Best RV Oven
If you want to buy the best RV oven that you install then I stand behind my first pick with the Furrion RV oven. If you want to buy a good RV oven that is a stand-alone then picking from either the fancier Ninja or the humble Hamilton depending on what you need.
Cooking a good meal in your RV can make the experience so much more enjoyable.
When Jessica was older and had a family, she took her crew on the road for 2.5 years. They lived in 2 different RVs during that time. One 18 foot long and one 28 foot long. Both pull-behind RVs.
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A Suburban stove is a lovely little oven, I bought this piece of furniture for my fish shop and couldn’t be happier, the only thing we learned was that pizzas need to be simmered in the oven or the crust becomes crunchy. Maybe a pizza stone would help. I would recommend this to anyone, they are easy to install with a few simple screws to secure it and a propane line.
That’s awesome, Samantha 🙂 Thanks for sharing.
The only issue I have with this Atwood cooktop is that the grates are a little too far away from the burners for my liking. I would have preferred it if it had been somewhat lower and not constructed of circular bar. My pans and pots would have been level on the burners.
Great input! :0) Thanks for stopping by.