What you need to know before investing in a combi oven
In a professional kitchen, time is money and consistency is currency. When orders are pouring in and the team is working under pressure, a combi oven is not just an appliance — it is a partner that thinks, adapts and works with precision.
What makes a combi oven different?
Unlike a standard oven, a combi oven uses hot air and steam circulation to cook evenly, quickly and efficiently. But its real strength is in multitray cooking — the ability to prepare different dishes at the same time, without mixing flavors and without compromising on quality.
Add to this automatic cleaning, temperature probes, humidity control and intelligent management — and you get an appliance that doesn’t just cook, it optimizes the entire process.
- Cooking time is reduced by up to 25% compared to a standard oven.
- Dishes are cooked evenly on all sides, without the need to turn them.
- Perfect textures are achieved – from crispy crust to tender interior.
What should every commercial convection oven have?
As we already know in the world of professional gastronomy, a convection oven is not just an oven – it is a multifunctional tool that optimizes work, increases quality and reduces costs. Here are the features that are a must if you want to invest wisely:
1. Multitray cooking
- Allows simultaneous cooking of different dishes on several levels, without mixing flavors.
- Thanks to precise control of air and steam, each tray receives uniform heat.
- This is key for restaurants, catering and establishments with a large menu - saves time and increases productivity.
Fagor iKORE Advance supports multitray cooking with automatic distribution of time and temperatures for each tray.
2. Precise temperature and humidity control
- Temperature range from 30°C to 300°C.
- Built-in climate control (e.g. iClima) to preserve the texture and juiciness of the food.
3. Food core sensors
- Internal and external probes for accurate measurement.
- Allow automatic stop of cooking when the desired temperature is reached.
4. Automatic cleaning
- Systems such as iWashing - with different levels of intensity.
- Maintain hygiene and reduce service time.
5. Intelligent control and connectivity
- Touchscreen interface, recipes, programs, remote control.
- Connectivity via Wi-Fi or LAN – for monitoring, HACCP, performance analysis.
6. Flexibility of cooking modes
- Convection, steam, combined, regeneration, pasteurization, fermentation, drying.
- Allows adaptation to different types of kitchen – from fine dining to industrial production.
iKORE – two series, one mission: to transform every kitchen into a space of precision, speed and inspiration.
iKORE by Fagor Professional brings together two technological lines – Advance and Concept – designed to meet the needs of every professional kitchen: from intuitive efficiency to intelligent automation, without compromising on quality.
Main technologies and functions of Fagor iKORE
- Advance offers full automation, smart cooking, connectivity and precision – ideal for high-volume sites that require digital control.
- Concept is aimed at traditionally oriented kitchens that are looking for power, reliability and a more affordable investment, without complex technologies.
| Features | ADVANCE | CONCEPT |
| Steam generator (versions with/without) |
PureSteam – 100% pure steam with automatic descaling DirectSteam – injection steam |
PureSteam – 100% pure steam with automatic descaling DirectSteam – injection steam |
| Humidity control | iClima –control with accuracy up to 1% | ClimaControl – control with accuracy up to 10% |
| Core Probe | EZ Sensor (многоточкова) + възможност за 2 външни сонди | EZ Sensor (многоточкова) или 1 външна сонда |
| Cooking Modes |
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| Recipes | FagorCookingCenter – collection of smart recipes | FagorRecipeCenter – collection of preset recipes |
| Display & Controls |
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| Auto Washing |
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| HACCP | Accessible remotely and via USB | Accessible remotely and via USB |
| Conectivity | FagorKonnect – Ethernet / Wi-Fi / USB | USB |
People behind the technology: Who is behind the intelligent combi oven?
Behind every innovation is a team of people who think not only technologically but also gastronomically. The iKORE series is the result of a collaboration between engineers, chefs and researchers who believe that a professional kitchen deserves more than just an appliance - it deserves an intelligent partner.
- “We have combined scientific and culinary knowledge to create a product that works in the real kitchen.” — Fernando Palacio, iKORE project manager at Fagor Professional
- “We work on three main pillars: laboratory, usability and chef.” — Jonan Eskibel, iKORE project engineer
- “We sought the attention of chefs - our target audience - to analyze the usability of ovens.” — María Mora, sensory analysis researcher at BCC Innovation
What makes iKORE different?
- Intelligent cooking (iCooking): automatically adapts parameters according to the selected dish.
- Multifunctionality: supports complex processes such as vacuum cooking, drying, smoking.
- Precision and control: temperature control in the core + climate control.
- Hygiene and safety: automatic cleaning, HACCP, remote diagnostics.
- Connectivity: FagorKonnect allows recipe management, monitoring and real-time analysis.
Which solution is right for your kitchen?
The choice between iKORE Concept and iKORE Advance depends entirely on the needs of your facility:
- If you are looking for reliability, ease of use and an optimal price/performance ratio, the Concept series offers everything you need for daily work.
- If you need intelligent control, automation and connectivity, the Advance series is designed for high-load and dynamic kitchens.
Both series are part of Fagor's philosophy: to provide technologies that work for you, not the other way around.
An investment in efficiency
A convection oven is not just an appliance — it is the heart of the modern kitchen, where precision meets efficiency. Whether you run a small restaurant or an industrial kitchen, choosing the right model is a strategic decision.
iKORE by Fagor Professional offers two technological lines:
- Advance – for high-traffic facilities that seek automation, connectivity and intelligent management.
- Concept – for kitchens that value reliability, power and affordable investment, without unnecessary complexity.
Both series are designed with professionals in mind — to make work easier, increase quality and optimize processes.
Are you ready to take your cooking to the next level?
Contact the Tirol Professional team for a personalized consultation and discover which model best suits your kitchen needs. We are here to help you cook smarter, more efficiently and with more inspiration.
And since it is difficult to describe the numerous functions of the smart convection oven, Fagor presents them to us visually - video tutorials.
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Part of the content in this article is based on official information published by Fagor Professional, including technical descriptions, quotes and product features. All rights to the original materials belong to Fagor Industrial S.Coop. Quotes are used for informational purposes, in the context of product presentation and analysis. For more information, visit the official Fagor iKORE page.
