Bosch HRG978NB1A Series 8 Black Glass 60cm Wide Built-In Oven With Steam Function

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SKU: HRG978NB1A
By Bosch
Barcode: 4242005327164
Why You’ll Love It
  • Added Steam cooking: helps achieve crisp exterior textures with retained internal moisture.
  • Pyrolytic self-cleaning: significantly reduces manual cleaning effort.
  • PerfectBake Plus & PerfectRoast Plus: intelligent sensors assist cooking accuracy automatically.
  • 22 heating methods: broad cooking flexibility across baking, roasting, grilling and air frying.
Ideal For
  • Premium built-in kitchen renovations where households want the oven to support both everyday meals and more ambitious home cooking
  • Households wanting steam-assisted multifunction cooking who cook for family or guests and value flexibility across different dishes and occasions
  • Users seeking pyrolytic self-cleaning convenience who want reliable, intuitive results without making each cooking task feel complicated
  • Connected smart-home kitchen environments where households are planning a kitchen where performance, capacity and design all need to work together


Product Overview

The Bosch HRG978NB1A is a premium 60cm built-in oven from the Bosch Series 8 range, finished in black glass with Bosch Accent Line styling. Combining pyrolytic self-cleaning, steam-assisted cooking, intelligent baking sensors and connected Home Connect functionality, it is designed for high-performance everyday cooking with advanced automation support.

Featuring 22 heating methods, Added Steam functionality and Bosch’s 4D HotAir system, the HRG978NB1A supports baking, roasting, grilling, slow cooking and air frying across multiple shelf levels with even heat distribution. The integrated PerfectBake Plus and PerfectRoast Plus sensors automatically monitor cooking progress and adjust cooking performance for more consistent results.

The TFT Touch Display Pro and Digital Control Ring provide a full-colour touchscreen interface with intuitive menu navigation and assisted cooking programmes. Home Connect compatibility enables remote monitoring, voice assistant integration and additional app-based cooking functions through the Bosch Home Connect platform.

Product Details & Specifications

Product Features
  • Added Steam function: introduces moisture during cooking for crisp exterior textures and tender internal cooking results.
  • 4D HotAir: evenly distributes heat throughout the cavity for multi-level cooking performance.
  • PerfectBake Plus: baking sensor automatically monitors baking progress and cooking readiness.
  • PerfectRoast Plus: roasting probe with predictive cooking assistance for meat preparation.
  • Pyrolytic self-cleaning: high-temperature cleaning cycle reduces residue to ash.
  • Hydrolytic Cleaning Assistance: supplementary steam-assisted cleaning support for lighter cleaning tasks.
  • Air Fry function: dedicated air frying programme with included Air Fry tray.
  • Bosch Assist: automated cooking assistance with preset dish programmes.
  • TFT Touch Display Pro: full-colour touchscreen display with Digital Control Ring control interface.
  • Home Connect: app connectivity with remote monitoring and voice assistant compatibility.
  • SoftOpen and SoftClose door: controlled door opening and closing action.
  • Fast preheat: reduces oven preheating time.
  • Quadruple glazed CoolTouch door: improved external surface temperature management.
  • Level-independent telescopic rail support: clip rails can be positioned across shelf levels.
  • Interior halogen lighting: illuminated cooking cavity visibility.
Programmes / Functions
  • 4D HotAir: Even fan-forced heat distribution for consistent multi-shelf cooking.
  • Top / Bottom Heat: Traditional baking mode using upper and lower heating elements.
  • HotAir Eco: Energy-efficient fan-forced cooking for everyday use.
  • Circulated Air Grilling: Combines grill heat with fan circulation for even roasting.
  • Full Width Grill: High-intensity grilling across the full oven width.
  • Half Width Grill: Smaller grill area for reduced energy use and smaller portions.
  • Pizza Setting: Optimised heat combination for crisp pizza bases and even toppings.
  • Bottom Heat: Heat from below for crisping pastry bases and finishing dishes.
  • Slow Cooking: Low-temperature cooking mode for tender meat preparation.
  • Defrost: Gentle air circulation for thawing frozen food evenly.
  • Keep Warm: Maintains serving temperature without overcooking food.
  • Plate Warming: Gently warms plates before serving meals.
  • Dough Proving: Controlled low-temperature setting for rising dough.
  • Air Fry: High-airflow cooking mode for crisp results with less oil.
  • Added Steam: Adds moisture during cooking for improved texture and moisture retention.
  • Steam Boost: Higher intensity steam function for bread and roasting applications.
  • Conventional Cooking: Standard radiant heat cooking for traditional baking and roasting.
  • Automatic Programmes / Bosch Assist: Guided cooking programmes with automatic setting recommendations.
  • Fast Preheat: Rapidly heats the oven to the selected temperature.
  • Pyrolytic Cleaning: Self-cleaning cycle that burns residue into wipe-away ash.
  • Hydrolytic Cleaning Assistance: Steam-assisted cleaning programme for light residue removal.
Product Specifications
  • Product type: Built-in electric oven with added steam function
  • Series: Bosch Series 8
  • Product family: Accent Line
  • Usable cavity volume: 71 L
  • Cooking technology: Multifunction fan-forced
  • Steam technology: AddedSteam
  • Cleaning system: Pyrolytic + Hydrolytic Cleaning Assistance
  • Display control: TFT Touch Display Pro with Digital Control Ring
  • Control type: Full touch control
  • Door type: Drop-down
  • Door glazing: Quadruple glazed
  • Interior lighting: Halogen
  • Shelf levels: 5
  • Temperature range: 30°C – 300°C
  • Energy efficiency class: A+
  • Energy consumption conventional: 0.87 kWh
  • Energy consumption fan forced: 0.69 kWh
  • Home Connect: Yes
  • Voice control support: Yes via compatible voice assistant
  • Child safety lock: Yes
  • Residual heat indicator: Yes
  • Cooling fan: Yes
Product Measurements
  • Dimensions (W x H x D): 594 x 595 x 548 mm
  • Required Cut-Out Size (W x H x D): 560–568 x 585–595 x 550 mm
  • Minimum benchtop thickness: Refer to installation guide
  • Cavity Dimensions (W x H x D): 480 x 357 x 415 mm
Product Weight
  • Product Weight: 42.5 kg
Installation & Requirements
  • Installation type: Built-in
  • Connection type: Hardwired
  • Plug type: No plug supplied
  • Power supply: 220–240 V
  • Frequency: 50 / 60 Hz
  • Connection rating: 3600 W
  • Fuse protection: 16 A
  • Power cord length: 120 cm
  • Installation requirement: Licensed electrician required
  • Ventilation requirements: Refer to Bosch installation specifications
Colour/Finishes
  • Black Glass
Warranty

Bosch Warranty

  • Bosch appliances are backed in Australia by BSH Home Appliances Pty Ltd, providing trusted after-sales support and service nationwide.

Warranty Coverage

Domestic Use:

  • Bosch appliances are covered by a 2-year manufacturer’s warranty from the date of purchase, covering defects in materials and workmanship.

Commercial Use

  • If used for commercial purposes, the warranty period is limited to 3 months.
  • This warranty is provided in addition to your rights under Australian Consumer Law.

What’s Covered

Under normal domestic use, the warranty includes:

  • Manufacturing defects
  • Repair or replacement of faulty components
  • Service within Bosch’s authorised service network

For minor failures, Bosch may choose to repair or replace the appliance.

  • Proof of purchase is required to make a claim.
  • To lodge a claim, contact Bosch Customer Care Australia on 1300 369 744.

What’s Not Covered

The warranty does not apply to damage caused by:

  • Incorrect installation or operation
  • Unauthorised repairs or non-approved parts
  • Incorrect power, gas or water supply
  • Commercial use beyond 3 months
  • Normal wear and tear (filters, seals, globes, fuses, etc.)
  • Blockages, misuse, operator error or storm damage
  • Delivery or installation damage
  • Appliances exported outside Australia

Travel or transport costs may apply if you are located outside a Bosch service area.

Australian Consumer Law

  • Our goods come with guarantees that cannot be excluded under the Australian Consumer Law. You are entitled to a replacement or refund for a major failure and compensation for reasonably foreseeable loss or damage. You are also entitled to have the goods repaired or replaced if they fail to be of acceptable quality and the failure does not amount to a major failure.
Country Of Origin
  • Germany
Extra Information

The HRG978NB1A forms part of the Bosch Series 8 Accent Line collection and is designed for integration into contemporary built-in kitchen cabinetry. The oven supports Home Connect app integration, enabling remote operation, status monitoring, personalised cooking recommendations and additional cooking functions through supported smart devices.

Bosch Assist provides guided cooking support through automatic programme selection based on selected dish types. The integrated PerfectBake Plus and PerfectRoast Plus sensors continuously monitor humidity and internal food temperatures during cooking to assist with automated cooking performance adjustment.

Included Products / Accessories
  • Air Fry tray
  • 2 x Combination grids
  • 1 x Universal pan
  • Clip-on telescopic rails
  • Integrated roasting probe

Disclaimer

Product images are for illustrative and presentation purposes only. Any accessories, fittings, or additional items shown may not be included with the product unless explicitly stated in the product description. Please refer to the product specifications and inclusions for full details.