Which type to buy entirely depends on your usage. By this, we mean what you will be using your Microwave Oven for, such as reheating, cooking or grilling.
Another crucial factor is the installation space. If you are staying in a rented apartment, a countertop Microwave will be ideal for you. But if you like to free up countertop space and want a seamless look then in-built Microwaves are the right choice.
Countertop Microwaves are designed to sit on your counter or shelf. They can be moved if necessary and are versatile in terms of size and capacity. Countertop Microwaves fit a wide range of requirements. Key benefits include:
Designed to be integrated into your kitchen furniture, built-in Microwaves are placed inside cabinets or shelves. These Microwaves can be integrated into drawers as well, for easy access, while staying hidden from plain sight. Key benefits include:
When it comes to choosing the right size, the core factor to consider is your family size.
The power consumed by the Microwave, indicated in watts, determines the performance of the Microwave. Higher power indicates that larger quantities of food can be heated in one go, with shorter heating times.
Ensure the Microwave technology is aligned with your usage requirements. Magnetron is a high-power vacuum tube present in the Microwave that generates electromagnetic waves to generate heat.
Ensure that the Microwave can fit in the allotted space before you buy it. There are multiple models with similar capacities and various dimensions that make it easy to find the best fit.
The control panel allows you to operate the Microwave. The touch options include mechanical, tact dial and feather touch.
Designed to simplify cooking, auto-cook programs offer you the option to simply select the type of food to cook and sit back. The Microwave automatically selects the optimum power levels and cooking time.
These shortcuts allow you to obtain desired results with minimal effort, giving single-button access to cooking time, modes and auto-cook programs.
The availability of racks reduces cooking time, allowing for multiple dishes to be heated simultaneously.
Preheat allows Microwaves and ovens to reach a certain temperature prior to actually cooking the food.
Microwaves and ovens come equipped with a rod to grill or roast different types of meat and vegetables.
This feature protects the Microwave from unintended use by children, with the help of a code or password.
This is the fastest way to reheat frozen food. Auto Defrost further allows the Microwave to automatically set the time and heat levels based on the food type.