Miele Steam Ovens – Steam & Combination Steam Cooking
Explore Miele steam ovens, combination steam ovens and steam ovens with microwave functionality. From dedicated steam cooking for vegetables, fish and rice to combination appliances that also bake and roast, Miele offers built-in options for different cooking requirements.
Choose a DG steam oven for dedicated steaming, a DGC combination steam oven for both steam and conventional oven cooking, or a DGM steam oven with microwave for steaming and rapid reheating. Selected DGC Pro models add advanced combination cooking, HydroClean and additional convenience features.
Which Miele Steam Oven Should You Choose?
The main difference between Miele steam cooking appliances is the type of cooking they provide. Some are designed primarily for steam, while others also offer conventional oven or microwave functions.
| Appliance Type | Cooking Functions | Best For |
|---|---|---|
| Miele DG Steam Oven | Dedicated steam cooking | Steaming alongside an existing conventional oven |
| Miele DGC Combination Steam Oven | Dedicated steam cooking and conventional oven functions | Households wanting steaming, baking and roasting in one appliance |
| Miele DGC Pro Combination Steam Oven | Steam, conventional oven functions and advanced combination cooking | Greater control over steam and dry heat, with additional cooking and cleaning features |
| Miele DGM Steam Oven with Microwave | Steam cooking, microwave heating and combined steam/microwave programmes | Steaming and rapid reheating without a separate microwave |
Miele Built-In Steam Ovens (DG)
Miele DG steam ovens are designed for cooking with steam rather than conventional dry oven heat. They are suitable for vegetables, fish, meat, rice, pasta and reheating prepared meals. Steam helps maintain moisture during cooking and can be particularly useful for delicate ingredients.
Selected models feature DualSteam, which distributes steam through two inlets for even cooking, alongside automatic programmes and sous-vide cooking. A dedicated steam oven is a useful choice if you already have a conventional oven and want to add steam cooking to your kitchen.
Miele Combination Steam Ovens (DGC)
Miele DGC combination steam ovens provide dedicated steam cooking alongside conventional oven functions such as baking and roasting. This makes them an alternative to installing separate steam and conventional ovens.
Standard DGC models offer steam cooking and conventional oven programmes, while selected DGC Pro appliances provide more advanced control over the combination of steam and dry heat. This is particularly useful for bread, roasting and dishes where moisture and browning need to be balanced.
Miele DGC Pro models also feature stainless-steel cooking compartments and HydroClean, an automated cleaning programme that helps remove cooking residues. Other DGC models may use PerfectClean surfaces and different maintenance systems.
Miele Steam Ovens with Microwave (DGM)
Miele DGM appliances combine dedicated steam cooking with microwave heating in one built-in unit. They can be used for steaming, reheating and defrosting, while compatible programmes combine microwave power with steam to shorten cooking times.
Unlike DGC combination steam ovens, DGM models are not intended to replace the full conventional baking and roasting functions of a standard oven. They are best suited to customers who want steam cooking and microwave convenience together.
What to Consider Before Buying a Miele Steam Oven
Compact or Full-Height Installation
Miele offers steam appliances designed for approximately 45cm-high and 60cm-high installation niches, typically within standard 60cm-wide kitchen appliance housings. The correct choice depends on available cabinet space, cooking capacity and whether the appliance will be installed alongside other built-in ovens.
Always check the individual installation drawing for exact niche dimensions, ventilation requirements and electrical connections.
Water Tank or Mains Water Connection
Many Miele steam appliances use a removable water container that is filled manually before cooking. Selected premium combination steam ovens offer DirectWater mains water connections, with certain models also requiring a drain connection.
A plumbed model can be convenient for frequent steam cooking, but it requires suitable plumbing and drainage provision during installation.
Cleaning and Maintenance
Cleaning requirements vary between models. Miele DGC Pro combination steam ovens offer HydroClean to assist with cleaning the stainless-steel oven compartment, while other models use alternative cleaning surfaces and maintenance programmes.
Steam appliances also require regular maintenance, including descaling where indicated by the manufacturer. Check the cleaning system and maintenance requirements before choosing a model.
Cooking Features and Controls
Selected Miele steam ovens include DualSteam for distributing steam evenly, automatic programmes for predefined cooking settings and sous-vide programmes for suitable vacuum-sealed foods.
Higher-specification models may also include food probes, M Touch controls and Miele@home connectivity. These features vary by appliance, so compare the specifications that are relevant to how you cook rather than assuming every model includes them.
Miele Steam Cooking FAQs
What is the difference between a Miele steam oven and a combination steam oven?
A dedicated Miele DG steam oven cooks primarily using steam. A DGC combination steam oven also provides conventional oven functions, including baking and roasting. Choose a DG to complement an existing oven or a DGC if you want both types of cooking in one appliance.
What is the difference between Miele DGC and DGC Pro?
Both provide dedicated steam cooking and conventional oven functions. DGC Pro models add more advanced combination-cooking capabilities and HydroClean cleaning for their stainless-steel cooking compartments. Other differences in controls, water connections and programmes depend on the individual model.
Can a Miele combination steam oven replace a conventional oven?
Yes, a Miele DGC combination steam oven provides conventional baking and roasting programmes as well as steam cooking. However, oven capacity, programme selection and maximum cooking temperatures vary, so compare individual specifications if it will be your main oven.
Do all Miele steam ovens have HydroClean?
No. HydroClean is available on Miele DGC Pro combination steam ovens. Dedicated DG steam ovens, DGM steam ovens with microwave and standard DGC models use other cleaning and maintenance arrangements.
Do Miele steam ovens require plumbing?
Not all models need a permanent water connection. Many use refillable water containers, while selected combination steam ovens have mains water and drainage connections. Check the individual installation specification before purchasing.
Is Miele Moisture Plus the same as steam cooking?
No. Moisture Plus introduces additional moisture during conventional oven cooking. A dedicated steam oven or combination steam oven provides separate steam-cooking programmes, allowing foods such as vegetables, fish and rice to be cooked using steam.
Read our Miele Moisture Plus vs Combination Steam Oven guide for a detailed comparison.
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