The Ikea Gätebo is a 3-in-1 cooking appliance that combines a microwave, a conventional oven, and an air fryer in a single countertop unit, sold at 179 euros. Designed for compact kitchens, it has already gone out of stock multiple times, a clear sign of the demand it generates among home cooks looking to simplify their kitchen setup.
One appliance instead of three. That's the promise behind the Gätebo, Ikea's answer to the increasingly crowded countertop. In smaller apartments and studio kitchens where every square inch counts, stacking a microwave, an oven, and an air fryer is simply not an option. The Swedish furniture giant has packaged all three functions into one freestanding unit, at a price point that undercuts most standalone air fryers on the market.
And buyers are noticing. The product has reportedly sold out several times since its launch, with customer reviews on the Ikea website consistently praising its ease of use and versatility.
The Gätebo packs three kitchen tools into one compact appliance
The Gätebo is officially described as a freestanding microwave oven with an air fryer function. But that description undersells what it actually does. The appliance covers the full range of everyday cooking tasks: reheating leftovers, defrosting frozen ingredients, melting butter or chocolate for recipes, grilling, and of course, air frying.
Air frying without oil or fat
The air fryer function is arguably the most compelling selling point for modern home cooks. It circulates hot air at high speed to crisp up food without requiring oil or added fat. Concretely, that means you can cook french fries, spring rolls, chicken pieces, and vegetables with the same satisfying crunch you'd get from deep frying, but with a significantly lighter result. For anyone already experimenting with lighter weeknight dinners or plant-based cooking, this function fits naturally into an already health-conscious kitchen routine.
Grill mode for browned, caramelized results
Beyond air frying, the grill mode opens up a different category of dishes entirely. The Gätebo can handle lasagnas that need a bubbling, golden top, and even crème brûlée, which requires direct, intense heat to caramelize the sugar surface. This is the kind of functionality that separates the Gätebo from a basic microwave and positions it as a genuine cooking tool rather than just a reheating device.
The Gätebo’s grill mode makes it capable of finishing baked dishes with a browned crust — a feature typically reserved for full-size ovens or dedicated grills.
179 euros for a multi-function microwave oven that replaces several appliances
Pricing a 3-in-1 kitchen appliance at 179 euros is a strategic move from Ikea. A standalone air fryer from a reputable brand typically costs between 80 and 150 euros. Add a decent countertop oven, and you're already past the 200-euro mark before even factoring in a microwave. The Gätebo consolidates all of that into a single purchase and a single footprint on the kitchen counter.
for a microwave, oven, and air fryer combined in one unit
For households cooking on a budget, this kind of value proposition is hard to ignore. Especially when you consider that the savings aren't just financial: fewer appliances means fewer cables, fewer surfaces to clean, and less storage space needed. Speaking of which, the Gätebo is specifically designed for small kitchens and restricted spaces, making it particularly relevant for urban renters and first-time apartment dwellers. If you're already looking for affordable ways to cook well at home, this appliance fits squarely into that mindset.
Buyers confirm what the specs promise
Customer reviews published on the Ikea website paint a consistent picture. One buyer described the Gätebo as "au top, rapide, efficace et facile d'utilisation" (top-notch, fast, efficient, and easy to use). Another called it "appareil complet, très pratique, facilement nettoyable" (a complete appliance, very practical, easy to clean). A third noted that after a few weeks of daily use, the microwave was still performing perfectly.
These aren't isolated opinions. The pattern across reviews points to an appliance that delivers on its core promises: speed, ease of use, and durability over time. The cleaning aspect is worth highlighting separately. A 3-in-1 countertop oven that accumulates grease and residue from air frying and grilling is only as good as its ability to be wiped down quickly. Buyers seem to find the Gätebo passes that test without issue.
The Gätebo has gone out of stock multiple times at Ikea. If it’s available when you check, it’s worth acting quickly — the product is available both in-store and on the Ikea website.
The repeated stock shortages say as much as the reviews do. A product that keeps selling out isn't a fluke. It reflects a genuine gap in the market that Ikea has identified and filled: home cooks want versatile, compact kitchen tools that don't force them to choose between functionality and counter space. Whether you're preparing a quick chicken dish on a Tuesday evening or attempting a crème brûlée for the weekend, the Gätebo is built to handle the range. And at 179 euros, it makes that range accessible to most households without requiring a significant investment.
