Microwave Oven

All housewives strive to equip the kitchen with auxiliary devices that facilitate the daily preparation of products, while the issue of saving space is urgent so as not to squeeze between household appliances, but to move freely around the room. For this, two-in-one products are purchased, for example, an oven with a microwave function, which not only bakes, but also bakes meat delicacies, but also copes with the duties of a microwave oven.

Similar household appliances are still little familiar to our consumers, so we suggest reading this article to fill in the information gaps in your horizons.

Characteristics

The cost of ovens or individual ovens with a microwave function is quite high compared to standard options, but consumers purchase these models to really save not only the family budget, but also the space in the kitchen. In terms of design, there is nothing unusual: an ordinary independent electric-type oven, only a microwave is built in.

This product has the following modes:

• accelerated and standard version of defrosting products;
• quite powerful grill;
• forced convection, it also plays the role of cooling for the microwave mode;
• baking dough products;
• making hot sandwiches and more.

Using an ordinary microwave oven in a microwave mode will greatly diversify your diet, as well as speed up the preparation of any food.

Kinds

Ovens are available in two types:

1. Gas - produced with the stove together, they are much more economical and famous for the taste of food, as if it was cooked on a fire.
2. Electric option - they are produced complete with a stove or separately, can be installed anywhere in the kitchen. They are distinguished by great functionality, ease of use, there are joint modes of automatic cooking of products combined with microwave.

Regarding the location of the oven, a dependent and independent type is available, the first is built into the design of freestanding or built-in stoves, the second is installed separately, regardless of the location of the hob. Recently, it has become fashionable to install them above the countertops, so that it is convenient to use, as well as observe all processes through a panoramic window.

Advantages and disadvantages

Microwave ovens have several advantages:

1. Significantly save space - instead of two household appliances there is one, but it does the job for two.
2. A wide range of individual and joint cooking modes.
3. High heating rate, its uniformity.
4. Safety - there is no open flame, unlike gas, such products are non-explosive.

Negative factors:

• rather high cost in comparison with ordinary ovens;
• it is necessary to allocate a separate connection line with individual grounding;
• a small assortment of models;
• inconvenience in emergency repairs - users lose their oven and microwave at the same time.

According to numerous consumer reviews, such an original technique completely justifies itself in everyday life, and all the shortcomings are fully compensated by the presence of original options, significant space savings.

How to choose the right

In principle, the criteria for choosing a similar technique are identical to other products, but there are several individual features:

1. Internal volume - modern ovens with standard stoves have a volume of up to 70 liters, therefore, a similar cabinet with a separate arrangement should be chosen quite roomy so that you can cook several delicacies at once.
2. Dimensions - the standard height is not more than 600 mm, and for compact options it does not exceed 450 mm.
3. Energy consumption class - you need to choose the most economical ones so that utility bills do not increase.
4. Total power: a standard grill has 2.0-3.0 kW, and a microwave oven has 1.0-1.5 kW, so the home network must withstand at least 3.5 kW, otherwise you will face constant knocking out of the circuit breaker.
5. Safety glass door. The standard options built into the slabs are produced with double glazing, on the same products manufacturers install three, and sometimes four glasses for special security. The hinged version has advantages, there are models where the door closes automatically before the start of the process.
6. Skewer - such a device is necessary for lovers of kebabs and fried poultry, but you can also bake large pieces of meat or a leg of lamb on it.
7. Cooling system - it is relevant for the built-in version of the cabinet, because it prevents overheating of the inside of the device and the negative effects of high heating of the external cabinet on the furniture.
8. Guides for installation of baking sheets and lattice. Today, manufacturers install a telescopic option: when opening the doors, the baking sheets slide out next, which is very convenient when using the product.

It is necessary to pay special attention to additional functions, some manufacturers add such options that nobody practically uses, and they have a great influence on the total cost.

The best models

Bosch CMG633BB1

The cost is from 50.48 thousand rubles, black, dimensions (WxDxH) 595x548x455 mm, volume 45 l, six heating modes, grill, convection, energy class A, power 3.65 kW. Microwave: 1.0 kW, 14 programs, hours, off timer, system of protection against voltage drops, blocking from child intervention. The door is hinged, it closes automatically.

An excellent purchase: the oven works confidently and quietly, put the products in a baking sheet, typed in a program - wait for the result, as there are no complaints about the microwave, defrost, cook hot sandwiches. Many programs, normal volume, if built into the headset, then consider its low height. German quality and reliability.

BEKO BCW 15500 X

The average price is 31.15 thousand ₽, touch control, display, timer, silver color. Dimensions 594x567x455 mm, weight 45 kg, power 3.6 kW, volume 40 l, grill, backlight, convection, 10 modes. Microwave: 10 programs, defrosting products, protection against overheating, child intervention. 24 months warranty, Turkey manufacturer.

The Turks surprised with a very high-quality performance, everything opens without a creak and works fine, a decent design, a roomy cabinet, albeit a low one, it bakes perfectly, the microwave oven works without complaints, it will defrost, heat up - everything is fast and high-quality. Many users complain that the microwave does not work - probably they did not understand the instructions or factory defects.

Electrolux EVY 97800 AX

The average cost is 66.24 thousand rubles, silver, digital display, timer with shutdown, volume 43 liters, dimensions 594x567x455 mm, there is a grill and convection, oven 3.0 kW, microwave for 1.0 kW. There is four-layer glass on the door, protection against children and voltage surges.

An excellent combination of two in one, compact size, but good internal volume, a classic oven with electric grill, bright lighting, electronic control, there is a display. Everything is baked perfectly, the microwave works without comment. The door is perfectly fitted, does not heat anything from the outside, it is safe for small pranksters.

Fornelli FEA 60 Duetto MW IX

Price from 36.6 thousand₽, volume 44 l, dimensions (HxWxD) 455x594 × 545 mm, weight 39 kg, 11 heating modes, 13 general programs. Management - rotary switches, display, timer, there is a grill, convection and backlight, power 3.35 kW, microwave: 1.75 kW, defrost mode, five power levels.
Production Italy.

Advantages: laconic design, compact size, excellent build quality, as well as the materials used, oven plus microwave - everything works like a clock. Excellent protection, triple glass does not heat up, two lattices and a tempered glass pan, there is a lock for children. No cons revealed.

Asko OCM8476S

The cost is 126.9 thousand rubles, touch control, character display, dimensions 595x568x445 mm, volume 50 l, maximum t = 275 degrees. Power 3.4 kW, 10 heating modes, three joint cooking with a microwave, grill, convection, pyrolytic cleaning. Microwave: 107 automatic programs with step-by-step cooking. Brand from Sweden.

In one device, three functions: oven, microwave and powerful grill, space saving plus great functionality. Smooth temperature control, the pastries are wonderful, and the meat is completely grilled on the grill, the bird comes out with an even crust and an amazing smell. Touch control is clear, it looks great. You can program the cooking mode. Comments, except for overpriced, no.

findings

The amazing symbiosis of the oven and microwave impresses with its functionality and cooking programs. Users note the compactness of the product, but complain about the high prices, especially from the Scandinavian manufacturer, you need to pay extra for famous brands - this is an axiom.

Title	Bosch CMG633BB1	BEKO BCW 15500 X	Electrolux EVY 97800 AX	Fornelli FEA 60 Duetto MW IX	Asko OCM8476S
Control	Switches rotary, off timer, display sensory	touch switches, timer without shutdown	Switches touchscreen, off timer, display sensory	Rotary Switches, Off Timer, Touch Screen	Switches touchscreen, off timer, display sensory
Dimensions (WxDxH)	45.5 x 59.5 x 54.8 cm	45.5 x 59.4 x 56.7 cm	45.5 x 59.4 x 56.7 cm	45.5 x 59.4 x 54.5 cm	45.5 x 59.5 x 56.8 cm
Oven volume	45 l	40 l	43 l	44 l	50 l
Grill	there is an electric	there is an electric	there is	there is an electric	there is an electric
Microwave function	yes, 1000 watts	there is	yes, 1000 watts	there is	there is
Price	from 49 100 rub.	from 33 700 rub.	from 59900 rub.	from 52000 rub.	from 114000 rub.