In order to heat up food and bake different dishes at the same time, you need a built-in oven with a microwave. To save space, such a device is usually installed in a special niche as part of a kitchen set or placed under the hob.
Choose
When buying, you must take into account the dimensions of the equipment and the size of the embedding space. They must match. Usually the oven is controlled independently from the hob. The built-in oven with microwave function is suitable for cooking meat dishes, desserts and pastries. It can also be used as a microwave, as the microwave generator will quickly heat up porridge, soup or drink.
When choosing, you should pay attention to the control, type, equipment, number of programs, cleaning method, materials and additional options. These parameters may affect the capabilities and cost of equipment.
Design
To purchase a suitable oven with a microwave, be sure to look at the external design. Usually available in white, black and silver models, as well asstainless steel devices. White appliances are the best choice for your classic interior. They go well with any furniture and appliances, but they also get dirty quickly.
This microwave oven needs to be cleaned regularly to remove fingerprints and dust. The high-tech style room will harmoniously complement the silver options. And ovens with vintage design will fit perfectly into the antique-style kitchen. The most practical - black models. According to user reviews, pollution is invisible on them.
Type
Modern oven with microwave function can be either gas or electric. The first has an affordable price and economically consumes resources, but at the same time, while working, it burns oxygen. In addition, such a device pollutes the air with soot, soot and other combustion products. Usually, for safety reasons, the device is equipped with a gas control system. Before purchasing a gas model, it is advisable to install a good hood. It will eliminate unpleasant odors and soot.
High environmental friendliness compensates for the electric oven, but it certainly costs more. Also, such a device has more functions than gas.
Main Benefits
Manufacturers produce equipment with a variety of programs. For cooking various dishes, two heating elements are usually provided - upper and lower. The simultaneous use of both elements will allow you to make cakes, muffins, pies and cookies. Some models have an annular heater, which, in combination with convection, will provideuniform cooking. Dishes do not lose their juiciness and are well baked from the inside. To cook poultry or meat with a crispy crust, it is better to choose a model with a grill and a spit.
In the preheat mode, microwave ovens process food with electromagnetic waves. Also, there are several other noteworthy benefits:
- saving kitchen space - you will not need to look for a place in the kitchen for a large microwave, because the oven can successfully perform its functions.
- the cost of this oven model is higher, but you will save on buying a microwave as well.
Most of the global manufacturers of household appliances for the kitchen have in their catalogs several models of ovens with an additional microwave option. This is Electrolux, and Bosch, and Siemens, and many others.
Manufacturer Capabilities
Manufacturers of microwave ovens are trying to improve their models as much as possible through ease of operation, functionality and design. For example, an Electrolux oven with a microwave determines the readiness of a dish, suggests delicious and simple recipes, and also pleases the customer with its functionality.
Manufacturer Miele produces devices as convenient and multifunctional as possible. At the same time, the cooking methods and operation of the oven are very easy to operate.
Microwave ovens from the Neff brand are considered (according to customer reviews) the most ergonomic and respectable. In addition to what theyhave a self-cleaning function, they are also able to cook food in several modes at the same time.
The BOSCH range of microwave ovens has more than fifty built-in programs and they are very spacious. Ovens from Siemens have similar advantages, according to respondents.
Affordable prices delight buyers with models from Zanussi and Ariston. This is proven over the years, high-quality and relatively inexpensive Italian technology.
Let's consider several models of microwave ovens from well-known manufacturers.
BOSCH CMG6764W1
This built-in electric microwave oven has a pyrolytic cleaning system. Moreover, during this process, both the guides and the baking sheet can be left inside the appliance.
The wardrobe has an intuitive control system and TitanEmail coverage.
The heating system of this oven has 14 options:
- top and bottom heat including ECO;
- large area grill;
- hot air ECO;
- pizza;
- grill small heating area;
- intense heating;
- drying;
- keep food warm;
- bottom heating;
- convection grill;
- languishing;
- preheat dishes.
To the main cooking process, it is possible to use the microwave mode of five levels. Internal volume - 45 liters. And the temperature selection range is from 30 °C to 300 °C.
Electrolux Oven EOB93434AW
This electric microwave oven has independent connection type and Easyclean enamel for easier cleaning.
- PlusSteam Function - The oven uses a simple "touch" of steam to bring richer color, crispy crust, delicious texture and a glossy finish to your homemade bread.
- Upper heating element is detachable.
- With the UltraFanPlus heating system, your food will be heated evenly anywhere in the oven.
- Five cooking levels.
- Removable door glass.
- Connection power - 2980 W.
- Oven volume - 72 l.
- Weight - 32.6 kg.
- Complete with two enameled baking trays and a chrome grid.
SAMSUNG NQ50H5533KS/WT
This model of built-in electric microwave oven boasts additional heaters - microwave and infrared (grill). It will freely replace a microwave oven with a power of up to 800 watts in the kitchen. At the same time, the height of the device is reduced to 45 cm instead of the classic size of 60 cm. And the useful volume of the chamber in general is 50 liters.
The manufacturer has implemented 10 different heating modes. The thermostat regulates and maintains the cooking temperature between 40 and 250 °C.
Another significant advantage of this oven is the automatic cleaning whenhelp steam the inner walls of the chamber. Among other convenient and useful features, users noted convection, child protection and a timer.
The door is equipped with soft auto-closers and three-layer protective glass.
Features:
- volume - 50 l;
- control - recessed buttons;
- maximum temperature - 250 °C;
- functions - thermostat, auto-off, timer, grill, convection, child protection;
- cleaning type - steam
- number of automatic programs – 10.
Electric microwave oven
The HM 676 G0S1 model from Siemens will please the user with its 67 liters volume, built-in microwave and cooking sensors.
Siemens engineers have developed "Eco Hot Air" - an innovative type of heating that allows you not only to save up to 30% of electricity, but also to get consistently excellent results regardless of the dish you cook: pizza, pie or lasagna. This type of heating has a special temperature control system and is specially designed to save energy when roasting or baking food on one level of the oven.
Main Features:
- cookControl Plus is a guaranteed success in cooking a wide variety of dishes;
- touch TFT display - easy menu navigation with excellent display of information;
- activeClean - automatic pyrolytic cleaning function
Oven ZANUSSI ZKC 54451 XA
This compact microwave oven with excellent performance from the Italian global brand is very popular. With it, you will have at your disposal many options and methods of cooking, and the timer function will allow you to serve dinner on time and without difficulty. The equipment of this multifunctional oven includes:
- convection fan;
- top and bottom heating elements;
- grill.
Such a wide range of functionality will simplify your work and allow you to try many recipes.
The oven cover is scratch-resistant and the glass door panels are removable for easy cleaning.
The cooling fan starts automatically when the oven is turned on. It cools the controls and heating elements as well as the oven interior.
More expensive, but more productive
NEFF C28QT27N0 is the best choice for all lovers of fancy technology. The model is equipped with 32 cooking modes (from unusual ones: 4D-hot air, gentle stewing, descaling).
The width is 60 cm and this is the most optimal size according to most housewives. It does not take up much space, and yet it cooks a wide variety of dishes.
This unique appliance combines microwave, VarioSteam and oven.
Functions:
- with VarioSteam microwaves, food stays juicy inside and getscrispy appetizing outside;
- easy and fast FullTouch Control - swipe your finger on a high-resolution color display;
- for perfect cleaning - for serious dirt, pyrolytic cleaning and the EasyClean duo for the environment and fast cleaning.
Features:
- temperature range: 30 C° - 300 C°;
- pyrolytic cleaning system;
- internal oven volume: 45 l;
- color graphic display with touch control;
- EasyClean cleaning system;
- telescopic rails at level 1;
- hinged guides for trays;
- warming dishes.
Fornelli FEA 60 Coraggio WH
And in conclusion, another budget model, which is distinguished by an affordable price and an optimal set of functions. Equipped with eight automatic cooking modes. Among them:
- different modes of convection;
- grill;
- defrost.
This oven is perfect for meat lovers as it comes with a skewer and holder.
Powerful fan creates airflow around the cabinet and ensures safety. On the one hand, it prevents the heating of surrounding objects, and on the other hand, it does not allow heat to escape. The manufacturer has installed a three-layer protective glass so that the door does not heat up.
