Quick answer

Choose the Mini Smart Oven if you want an affordable, space-saving oven for basic baking and toasting. Opt for the Smart Oven Air Fryer Compact if you need air frying versatility and more cooking functions in a similar footprint.

Size and footprint

Both ovens are designed for small countertops, but the Smart Oven Air Fryer Compact is slightly larger to accommodate its air frying capabilities. The Mini Smart Oven is the most compact option, ideal for tight spaces like dorm rooms or small apartments.

Cooking versatility

The Mini Smart Oven offers 10 functions with Element IQ for even toasting and baking. The Smart Oven Air Fryer Compact provides 10 smart functions, including 5 air fry presets and 5 oven favorites, giving you more ways to cook.

Smart features and app integration

Only the Smart Oven Air Fryer Compact includes Breville+ app support, allowing you to access recipes, guided cooking, and remote control. The Mini Smart Oven lacks this connectivity, which may matter if you value smart kitchen integration.

Trade-offs at a glance

  • Price vs features: The Mini Smart Oven is more affordable (USD 107.17) but lacks air frying and smart app features. The Air Fryer Compact costs more (USD 154.97) but adds air frying and Breville+ connectivity.
  • Cooking functions: Both have 10 functions, but the Air Fryer Compact includes 5 dedicated air fry settings. If you air fry often, the Compact is the better choice.
  • Smart app integration: Only the Air Fryer Compact supports the Breville+ app for guided recipes and remote control. The Mini Smart Oven does not offer this feature. If smart features matter, go with the Air Fryer Compact.

Product facts

  • the Smart Oven™ Air Fryer Compact: The Smart Oven® Air Fryer Compact offers 10 smart functions including 5 air fry & 5 smart oven favorites. This means you can air fry, bake, broil, toast, and more without needing separate appliances.

    the Smart Oven™ Air Fryer Compact

    the Smart Oven™ Air Fryer Compact

  • the Mini Smart Oven®: The Mini Smart Oven® with Element IQ® is our affordable offering for the cook who desires a countertop oven that bakes the perfect pizza, delicious cookies and toasts evenly. Element IQ adjusts heating elements for consistent results, making it a reliable choice for basic baking and toasting tasks.

    the Mini Smart Oven®

    the Mini Smart Oven®

Which one fits you?

Best for

  • Budget-conscious cooks who need a reliable, compact oven for basic tasks
  • Small kitchens or dorms where counter space is extremely limited

Not for

  • Those who want air frying capability without a separate appliance
  • Users who value smart app integration and guided cooking