Where Can I Buy a Reconditioned Rational Combi Oven UK?

A new Rational combi oven represents one of the most significant investments a commercial kitchen can make. For many operators, that new price puts it out of reach — not because it isn’t worth it, but because the budget simply isn’t there. That’s where reconditioned comes in. And that’s where we come in

At Anglia Catering Equipment, we’re an authorised Rational dealer based in Bressingham, Norfolk. We currently hold a range of reconditioned and second hand Rational combi ovens — all fully tested by a qualified Rational engineer before they leave us, and all backed by our 30-day warranty. Please call us for a delivery quote.

Why Rational?

Ask any professional chef what they’d choose if budget were no object, and Rational comes up time and again. These machines are built to last decades in demanding commercial kitchens — which is precisely what makes the second hand market so strong. A well-maintained reconditioned Rational is a genuinely smart decision.

The iCombi Pro is Rational’s flagship. It’s intelligent in a way that genuinely changes how a kitchen operates. The iCookingSuite monitors and adjusts cooking automatically — compensating for load size, door openings and product temperature without any intervention from the chef. The iProductionManager allows different foods to cook simultaneously without flavour transfer. iDensityControl manages the cooking climate for consistent results every time. The iCareSystem handles automatic cleaning, including an overnight clean and a fast 12-minute interim option between services. ConnectedCooking, Rational’s cloud platform, allows remote monitoring from anywhere.

The iCombi Classic delivers many of the same core benefits at a more accessible price point — a strong choice for operators who want Rational reliability without the full iCombi Pro feature set. We regularly hold reconditioned examples in stock.

The older SCC range represents the greatest savings of all. Robust, proven machines that professional kitchens have relied on for years — available reconditioned at a fraction of their original price.

What Grid Size Do You Need?

Grid size is the key decision. A 6-grid suits smaller operations producing up to around 60 covers per service — ideal for a pub kitchen, a small hotel, a school or a café with a growing food offer. The 10-grid is the standard workhorse for mid-to-high volume kitchens, capable of handling a full restaurant or hotel service comfortably. The 20-grid suits high-volume operations — large hotels, contract catering, institutional kitchens producing hundreds of covers.

We hold reconditioned stock across all three sizes. Not sure which is right for your operation? Call us — we’ll be able to advise you.

Gas or Electric?

Both have their place. Gas models — available in natural gas and LPG — tend to suit kitchens already set up for gas service. Electric models run on single phase or three phase supply depending on the model, and are a practical choice where gas isn’t available or where installation simplicity matters. All configurations are available in our current stock.

What About Other Brands?

Rational dominates the reconditioned combi oven market — but they’re not the only option worth considering. We also stock reconditioned Convotherm combi ovens, including a 20-grid electric three phase model currently available at £1,995 — extraordinary value for a large-capacity unit. Blizzard combi ovens offer another strong alternative for operators who want combi functionality without the Rational price tag.

What to Look for When Buying Reconditioned

Not all reconditioned combi ovens are equal. The key questions to ask any supplier are: has the machine been mechanically inspected and tested under load by someone who actually knows it? Does it come with a warranty? And does the seller understand what they’re selling?

As an authorised Rational dealer, we do. Every unit we sell is inspected and tested by a qualified Rational engineer — not a general technician, someone who knows these machines inside out. We back every reconditioned unit with our 30-day warranty, because we stand behind everything we sell. We’re not a clearance warehouse. We’re a family-run specialist catering equipment supplier that has been trading since 2012, and our reputation matters more to us than a quick sale.

A reconditioned Rational from Anglia isn’t just a cheaper oven. It’s a properly prepared, professionally verified machine that gives your kitchen access to technology it might otherwise never have.

Current Stock

We currently hold 13 reconditioned and second hand combi ovens in stock, including Rational SCC, iCombi Classic and iCombi Pro models, plus Convotherm and Blizzard alternatives. Reconditioned Rational models start from £3,000, with Convotherm alternatives available from £1,950. Please call us on 01379 641223 for a delivery quote. Viewing is welcome at our Bressingham showroom.

Browse our full reconditioned combi oven range here.

Interested? Call us on 01379 641223 or email sales@angliacateringequipment.com.