Microwave Reviews

Frigidaire is a distinctive brand spread across the universe, known to be the leading maker of refrigerators. Extending their category of products comes to the cooking segment and so is the innovation of this model. The basic functions goes with the microwave and the defrost functions. It does not perform with the grill functions. The simple make with the standard style is suitable for small homes. Having declared with the freestanding construction it delivers to cook foods that require tendering like the vegetables, meat, fish, rice and grains. The following is the review of Frigidaire FCL-MW10W 700 Watts Microwave.

Size and Capacity:

Designed as the freestanding construction it has a capacity of 20 litres. It serves good for the small and the medium family size requirements. Frigidaire FCLMW10W White Colour Microwave comes with the spacious cavity for its dimension that is been made of plastic interiors.

Functions:

Going basic is this appliance with the microwave functions and the defrosting functions. It can handle tendering of food stuffs and even fine to handle the defrosted foods. It does not offer functions like grill and those with the sensor cooking are also absent in this model.

Controls:

Although there is nothing exclusive to discuss about the controls it comes with the rotary knobs for the programmes and the setting the power levels. But it is one of the kinds that are durable and easy to set the programme. The control knob present in the top allows setting up of programmes and the timing. In the lower knob is the one that allows to setting of heat levels.

Power and power levels:

The power consumption of  this FCL-MW10W Microwave is 700 Watts, quite reasonable for its performance and when it can handle the cooking for the whole family. It offers 5 different power levels that are low, medium low, medium, medium high and high. Based on the nature of the food and the quantity that are required for cooking are the deciding factors for setting the power levels.

The product specifies:

Frigidaire FCL-MW10W 20 Litres Capacity Microwave comes with many other features that make it a complete one and they are

• Viewing window – The door comes with the wide glass window that is translucent and gives you the see through during the cooking process.
• Door opening – The door opens sideways that comes with the embedded handle which locks automatically at the push of it, it also opens wide and makes the dishes to easily slide in to the cavity.
• Cavity – The cavity interior is been made of plastic material, it has an attractive look and also makes cleaning easy.
• Steaming – The function of steaming is available and the food gets cooked slowly retaining the utmost nutrients in the cooked food.

Verdict:

Although cannot stand against the latest models, this simple microwave serves for the basic cooking functions. The features like grill, sensor cooking, electronic timer, child lock are absent. Making the veggies, fish, meat, rice to cook and come to tender is impressive and trouble free.

Frigidaire FCL-MW10W 20 Litre Microwave - Technical Specification Table

Hotpoint has its stand since its establishment during 1900. Their unique innovation and the ability of produce intelligent product solution have brought its name to the forefront of this competitive segment of home appliances and kitchen appliance. Being recognised as the most trusted brand in the survey of leading organizations, they confidently offer products for better comfort and better living. Hotpoint MWH211 White Colour Microwave is one such product and the following is the review of the same.

Product Overview:

At the outset this appliance is been designed with the integrated type of installation with the dimension of 305mm as the height and 508 mm as the width. It can be neatly embedded, co-ordinated to the other appliance in the kitchen. Made to be suitable for even space conscious kitchen, Hotpoint MWH211 Integrated Microwave is been well balanced. The colour and the design is another appealing factor as the housing is in bright white bringing out the professional look of it.

Capacity:

The capacity of this MWH211 Microwave model is 23 litres, that is quite less and is been suitable for the small families. More so, in case for those who desire compact appliance in order to save space then this suits best. It comes with the small footprint and hence does not occupy much of space.

Display and the controls:

At the front right runs the control panel with the rotary and the push buttons. It does come with the LED display that also displays the 24-hour clock. This electronic display makes the operation easy for the user.

Door and Handles:

With the side opening door that is been made of translucent glass for the full-length offers a clear see through when the appliance is been functioning with the interior light. The handles are uniquely shaped that can be pulled to open and when pushed it is locked automatically.

Functions:

Oven – Hotpoint MWH211 23 Litres Capacity Microwave can perform cooking in the oven function, by loading the foodstuffs and programming accordingly the normal cooking functions can be carried out by this model. In case tendering of food or the vegetables is been required it can be easily put to function and at the end of the programme the food is ready to relish.

Grill – This is an interesting cooking function that is not been present in the normal models. This can be used to obtain crispy top layer of the food that is been cooked. The top covering of the food comes crispy with the roasted finish while the interior part cooks to tender.

Defrosting – Those frozen food can be defrosted with the defrost functions. The user can easily set the required programme for defrosting and it is easy for the user to cook immediately.

Miscellaneous:

Present in it is the glass turn table that helps in even cooking, to the maximum level it does not result in finding any hot or the cold spots in the cooked food. The appliance features with the cool door, as when functioning in high temperature, the heat is not felt outside of the appliance. Hence, the fear of burning hands is been eliminated.

Hotpoint MWH211 Microwave Oven - Technical Specification Table

AMW 588 - Built-in, Combination Stainless Steel Microwave from Whirlpool

The highlights of Whirlpool AMW588 900 Watts Combination Microwave are its large capacity, Jet Menu, the 6th sense steam and the Jet steam forced air cooking. Whirlpool has made it easily stand out with its stylish design and the structural benefits. The following is the review of this model.

Design and Structure:

Made to be a built-in type of construction is this model that has the finish of anti-finger proof stainless steel finish. It is with the capacity of 40 litres in its overall dimension of 455 x 595 x 560 mm that relates to the height, width and depth of the product. The door features with the transparent glass and is of drop down opening type. The handle embedded for the full stretch is an easy to operate type that locks automatically in just a single push.

Attractions:

The various functional highlights of Whirlpool AMW588 Combination Microwave with Grill are been discussed in the further read. It offers crisp function where in the food can be cooked with the desired crisp level. Available in this Microwave is the 6th sense steam. This is an interesting function that automatically senses the tenderness that is been required and it sets the steam to go accordingly. Jet stream forced air cooking is another noteworthy function so is the same with the Jet start function that quickens the function immediately in a start of the programme.

Further, it goes fine with the defrost system that is of type Jet defrost. In this type it immediately defrosts the food that is been placed in the cavity. Going ahead are the quick heat function and the 6th sense reheat function.

Function type:

This AMW 588 Combination Microwave offers both the microwave and the grill function. While the grill type is tube, the emission system is 3D this together offers even cooking without being conscious of whether the food is been placed in the corner or in the center of the cavity. The cavity interior is made up of stainless steel that talks more of its durability and easy to clean. The microwave power is 900 Watts while Grill power 1600 Watts. Added to these it also acts as the steamer function.

Other product specifies:

Clock – Embedded with the clock that is perfect for the kitchen clock reference and it works as the 24-hour clock. The timer can be set with the control knob for the functioning of the oven.
Child lock – Possible to lock the setting of the programme in the available child lock option. This protects the appliance from un noticed changes.
Turntable – Present in this model is a glass turntable that helps to rotate the dish to give even cooking. This measures 40 cm in diameter.
Viewing window – The door has a transparent glass that lets you watch the cooking process. The interior light that illuminates during the functioning of the appliance makes it even brighter for you to view.

Verdict:

If you are one among those who love to go for the structural appearance enhanced with the functional ability, Whirlpool AMW588 Stainless Steel Finish Combination Microwave could lead you to satisfaction. Both the microwave and the grill functions are highly satisfactory and the available turntable is big enough to perform well.

Whirlpool AMW 588 40 Litre Microwave Oven - Technical Specification Table

Gorenje is a big name in the household appliances market. We can trace its roots to the village Gorenje where it was started in 1950 as a company, which produced agricultural machinery. It was in 1958 that it stepped into the home appliances market. Currently, Gorenje products can be classified into three segments Household Appliances, Home Interiors and Trade and Services segment. Gorenge Group has about 93 companies of which 69 are international. It has made its presence in 70 countries across the world mostly in the European region. The following is the review of Gorenje BOC5322AX Built-in Combined Microwave Oven.

Product Overview:

The exterior dimension of this product is 59.5(W) x 45.5 (H) x 54.2 (D) cms. Whereas, the interior dimension of the product is 42 (W) x 21 (H) x 39 (D) cms. This BOC5322AX Built-in Microwave performs the functions of a Microwave Oven, Grill, Hot Air, Grill with fan, Defrosting by weight and Defrosting by time. The special function buttons such as P1, P2 and P3 would enable you to heat food, cook, Defrost and Toast. When you use the special function buttons you can specify the food type and weight. As every other oven, you have the choice of interrupting the cooking process and cancelling it. You can also alter the parameters. Cleaning the oven after every use is the only maintenance required. So it is easy to handle.

Capacity:

The capacity of Gorenje BOC5322AX Integrated Combined Microwave Oven is 32 litres. It is ideal for a big family. Definitely, it would consume quiet a lot of space.

Display and the controls:

This oven provides the basic control functions such as setting the clock, hiding or displaying the clock, altering parameters and safety blocking. The safety blocking control enacts as the child lock system.

Door and Handles:

The manufacturer provides you with a door that has to be opened downwards. It is an advantage here the risk of damaging the door by banging it against the wall is less. The glass door, which would enable you to view the cooking process. The handle of the door is been made up of stainless steel.

Functions:

• Oven - The manufacturer provides you with the basic functions of an oven. One can carry out the normal cooking process such as cook and heat vegetables, meat, rice or potatoes. Added to this it has the Microwave and Quick Start function, which is been meant to heat food with high water content.
• Grill - You can use this function to brown the top of food swiftly. It also has the microwave and grill option to cook lasagne, chicken, roast potatoes and toasted food. Hot Air is another function to bake or roast. You also have the microwave and Hot air function. For crispy roast meat, fish, poultry or French fries use the Grill with Fan function.
• Defrosting - Defrosting can be done by weight automatically. Defrost food by time manually.
• Special functions - It has three special function buttons P1, P2 and P3. P1 for heating, P2 for cooking and P3 for defrosting and toasting.

Miscellaneous:

Gorenje BOC5322AX 32 Litres Capacity Combined Microwave Oven includes a 32 cm rotating plate and metal tray for baking. The maximum power output of this microwave oven is 1000 w.

Gorenje BOC5322AX Stainless Steel Microwave Oven - Technical Specification Table

Daewoo, the manufacturer of wide array of consumer products introduces this Microwave under its Duoplate series. With the goodness of features and function, it wins the hearts of many users spread across the globe.

Physical Characteristics:

Daewoo KOR3000DSL Duoplate Microwave Oven comes with the various parts that make it function in the desired manner. The overall make over of this oven are the door latch that gets locked when the door is shut off and in case if the oven is been opened when functioning of the oven it automatically pauses the function for which no special instruction is necessary. It consists of the door seal that is present in the surface and it prevents the steam from escaping. Also present is the spatter shield that helps to protect the outlet from splashes of the food that is being cooked. The cooking tray is been made of heat resistant glass that is removable. It can be easily cleaned and hence the handling is been made easy. The roller guide supports the glass cooking tray for the rotation. The door of the oven has a transparent screen that makes an easy see through. However, it is transparent only to light and does not allow the waves to escape.

The dimension and weight:

This KOR3000 DSL microwave has been attired with the stainless steel finish and has the dimension of  279 x 465 x 342 mm that relates to the height, width and the depth. It weighs as less as 11.8 kg and with the freestanding type of construction, it can shift places easily.

Control panel:

Daewoo KOR3000DSL 20-litre Capacity  Microwave has an effective display that gives a read out of the cooking time, the power levels, the indicators and the current time. Made up with the push buttons and the rotary controls the operations are been carried out easily. With the power button the required power level can be selected. The clock button allows setting the time. The dial knob is been used to set the time and the weight of the food that is been cooked. By selecting the auto cook function the various programs for the reheat can be selected. The defrost function can be operated by noting to the oven either the weight or the time. The start or the easy cook and the stop or clear buttons are also present in this appliance.

Power and System:

This model has the cavity capacity of 20 litres and works on the concave reflex system. Under this system, the microwave functions efficiently with the same level of temperature even in the corners of the cavity. It does not burn or under cook the food and hence the cooked food can be obtained with uniformity. The power output is 800 Watts. It can be put to function with different power level that dictates based on the nature of the food and the required tenderness.

Miscellaneous:

Daewoo KOR3000DSL Stainless Steel Microwave features with the Duo plate system, child safety lock, kitchen timer function, more/less function. It goes impressive in its own way and relaxes the minds of the user as it comes with the 12 months guarantee that is been offered by the manufacturer.

Daewoo KOR3000 DSL Microwave Oven - Technical Specification Table