There are brand new ovens on show this week at the HRC in London - as well as a lot of food!
The HRC Show 2025 is the UK’s leading event for hospitality and catering professionals, showcasing the latest innovations in foodservice equipment. As always, high-speed ovens were a major highlight, proving how cutting-edge technology is transforming commercial kitchens. These ovens are designed for speed, efficiency, and consistency—essential for businesses looking to serve high-quality food with minimal wait times. At this year’s show, I explored some of the most advanced models on the market, each offering unique features to enhance kitchen operations. In this post, I’ll break down the best high-speed ovens from HRC 2025 and what makes them stand out.
New Ovens
Panasonic NE-SCV3 High-Speed Oven
The Panasonic NE-SCV3 is a game-changer for commercial kitchens looking to balance speed, efficiency, and quality. This compact, stackable high-speed oven combines convection, microwave, and grill technologies to deliver rapid yet precise cooking. With a 10-litre capacity, it fits seamlessly into busy kitchens where space is at a premium. The SCV3 boasts a user-friendly touchscreen interface and can store up to 1000 recipes, making it ideal for multi-location businesses that require consistency. Performance-wise, it can toast paninis in 55 seconds, bake fresh pizzas in under two minutes, and warm pastries in just 20 seconds. The convection temperature range of 180°C to 280°C ensures even heat distribution, while the 1050W microwave power accelerates cooking times. Designed for ease of use, it features USB and app-based programming, allowing menu updates with minimal effort. Its stainless-steel build and stackable design make it a robust, space-saving solution for fast-paced hospitality environments.
Unox SPEED.Compact™ ECO High-Speed Oven
The Unox SPEED.Compact™ ECO is a powerful, space-efficient solution for high-speed cooking in cafes, bakeries, and quick-service restaurants. This oven is designed to handle intensive, high-volume cooking while maintaining energy efficiency. It features a 9.5-inch touchscreen for intuitive control and intelligent technology to optimize cooking processes. With rapid heat-up times, it can prepare club sandwiches in 75 seconds, pizza slices in 60 seconds, and croissants in just 30 seconds. The compact design (424mm W x 719mm D x 616mm H) makes it suitable for small kitchens, while its odor-free operation and quiet performance ensure a seamless workflow. One of its standout features is the automatic energy-saving function, which reduces power consumption when no food is detected, making it an eco-friendly choice. Built for speed, efficiency, and energy savings, the Unox SPEED.Compact™ ECO is an excellent addition for businesses looking to improve service times without sacrificing food quality.
Perfect Across Many Sectors
High-speed ovens like the Panasonic NE-SCV3 and Unox SPEED.Compact™ ECO are ideal for quick-service restaurants, cafés, petrol station forecourts, food kiosks, and hotels where speed and efficiency are crucial. Their rapid cooking times make them perfect for busy environments that need to serve customers quickly without compromising food quality. Coffee shops and bakeries can use them for heating pastries, sandwiches, and pizzas in seconds. Caterers and convenience stores will benefit from their compact size, stackability, and programmable menu options, ensuring consistent results across multiple locations. These ovens are a game-changer for businesses wanting fast, high-quality food with minimal wait times.
You can find out more information about the Panasonic here