BORA Ovens – Built-In Steam Ovens

Shop BORA ovens designed to combine conventional hot-air cooking with controlled steam. The current range includes the BORA Oven Steam for straightforward tank-fed installation and the plumbed-in BORA X BO for more integrated steam cooking. Compare capacity, water supply, installation requirements, cooking functions and cleaning before choosing the right BORA steam oven for your kitchen.

Compare BORA steam ovens

Model	Capacity	Water supply	Installation	Key distinction
BORA Oven Steam	64.7 litres	Removable water tank	Built into a standard 60cm kitchen unit; no permanent water connection required	Hot air and steam cooking with BORA xHeat, plus app-supported cooking
BORA X BO	53 litres	Permanent mains water connection	Built-in installation requiring water inlet, drainage and suitable electrical provision	Advanced steam and hot-air cooking with automatic programmes, steam extraction and automatic cleaning

Which BORA oven should you choose?

BORA Oven Steam

The BORA Oven Steam is the more straightforward option where you want full steam and hot-air cooking without installing a permanent water supply. Its removable water tank makes it particularly relevant when replacing an existing built-in oven or planning a kitchen where steam-oven plumbing has not been provided.

BORA xHeat combines hot air with steam and distributes heat across three shelf levels. The oven can bake, steam, combine steam with hot air, gently reheat food and support air frying when used with the appropriate accessory. BORA Assist and the BORA One app provide compatible recipes and guided cooking functions.

BORA X BO

The BORA X BO is designed for kitchens where a plumbed steam oven can be planned into the installation. It has a 53-litre oven chamber, three shelf levels and a temperature range of 30–230°C, with cooking methods including baking, roasting, steam cooking, sous-vide and low-temperature cooking.

BORA Clear View removes steam from the cooking chamber before the door opens, reducing the release of hot vapour into the kitchen. The X BO also incorporates a large touchscreen, automatic cooking programmes and an automatic cleaning system.

Water tank or plumbed-in steam oven?

Water supply is one of the most important differences when comparing BORA ovens. The BORA Oven Steam stores its water in a removable tank, so it does not need a permanent water inlet or drainage connection. This simplifies installation and makes it easier to use in kitchens originally designed for a conventional built-in oven.

The BORA X BO uses a permanent mains water connection and a waste-water connection. These services need to be planned before cabinetry and installation are finalised. Always check the current BORA installation drawing for the exact appliance before ordering kitchen furniture or arranging electrical and plumbing work.

Capacity and installation dimensions

Both BORA steam ovens are approximately 60cm wide, but their cavity size and installation requirements differ. The BORA Oven Steam provides a 64.7-litre cooking chamber, while the BORA X BO has a 53-litre chamber. Both provide three shelf levels.

Do not choose between the two on external dimensions alone. Check the required installation niche, ventilation, electrical supply, water provision and surrounding cabinetry for the exact model.

Steam cooking, baking and reheating

A BORA steam oven can combine moisture with hot air rather than limiting the appliance to conventional dry-heat cooking. This is useful for bread, roasting, vegetables, fish and reheating dishes where controlled moisture can help retain texture while still allowing browning when required.

The available programmes and level of automation differ by model. If you regularly use automatic cooking programmes, sous-vide cooking or a plumbed water supply, compare those features directly rather than treating all steam ovens as interchangeable.

Cleaning a BORA steam oven

Cleaning systems also differ between the two ranges. The BORA X BO provides an automatic cooking-chamber cleaning system. The BORA Oven Steam is designed for straightforward manual care supported by cleaning and descaling programmes, with removable components including the water tank.

BORA oven FAQs

Are BORA ovens steam ovens?

Yes. The BORA ovens currently listed by Appliance Superstore are built-in steam ovens that combine hot-air cooking with steam. The exact cooking programmes and installation requirements differ between the BORA Oven Steam and BORA X BO.

Does the BORA Oven Steam need plumbing?

No. The BORA Oven Steam uses a removable water tank, so it does not require a permanent mains water or drainage connection.

Does the BORA X BO need a water connection?

Yes. The BORA X BO requires a permanent mains water supply and a suitable waste-water connection. These services should be planned before the kitchen installation is finalised.

What is the difference between BORA Oven Steam and BORA X BO?

The main differences are capacity, water supply, installation and the level of automation. Oven Steam has a larger 64.7-litre chamber and removable water tank, while X BO has a 53-litre chamber, permanent water connection and additional integrated functions including automatic chamber cleaning and steam extraction before the door opens.

Can a BORA steam oven replace a conventional built-in oven?

The BORA Oven Steam is specifically designed for standard 60cm built-in installations and does not require permanent plumbing, making it particularly suitable for replacement projects. Cabinet dimensions and electrical requirements should still be checked against the current installation instructions before purchase.