Finding the best convection oven microwave suitable for your needs isnt easy. With hundreds of choices can distract you. Knowing whats bad and whats good can be something of a minefield. In this article, weve done the hard work for you.
Reviews
1. Farberware Classic FMO11AHTBKB 1.1 Cubic Foot 1000-Watt Microwave Oven, Stainless Steel
Feature
1000 watts of cooking power and 10 power levels allow you to adjust the power from 10% to 100%; Multi-stage cooking for custom-cooked meals and snacks1 through 6-minute Express Cooking quick start controls and Add 30-Seconds control
6 One-Touch cooking functions for popcorn, potato, pizza, frozen vegetable, beverage, or a dinner plate; Memory Function stores and calls up cooking settings instantly
Defrost by time or weight; Digital control and led display with clock and kitchen timer
Removable rotating glass turntable; Keypad Lock prevents unsupervised use. 1.1 cubic foot cooking capacity, sized to fit on your kitchen counter
1 Year Limited Manufacturer's Warranty
Dimensions: 20.2 x 16.9 x 12 inches
Description
The Farberware classic microwave delivers power, style and convenience with a sleek design to compliment your kitchen. Features include 10 power levels and a memory function that stores and recalls your preferred cooking settings. The Farberware classic offers an easy to operate digital interface with 1-6 minute express cook buttons, time or weight based defrost controls, an add 30-Seconds control, as well as six pre-programmed cooking functions for popcorn, pizza, a dinner plate and more. Multi-stage cooking means that you can set the power level to adjust during the cooking cycle for perfect results without interruption. The LCD display provides a clock and kitchen timer. With a generous 1.1 Cubic foot cooking Capacity, 1000 watts of power, and a rotating turntable, the Farberware classic is the perfect multi-tasker for your kitchen.2. Toshiba EC042A5C-BS Convection Microwave Oven with Convection Function and Smart Sensor, 1.5 Cu.ft, 1000W, Black Stainless Steel
Feature
Use microwave or convection cooking all in one applianceSensor cooking and reheating functions
Auto menu for roasting, baking, defrosting
Black Stainless Steel exterior, 21.7 x 21.4 x 12.8 (L x W x H), large 1.5 cubic feet capacity
Stainless steel easy to clean interior
Description
This Toshiba 1.5 Cubic feet 1000 watt Black Stainless Steel microwave convection oven has a spacious interior and features convection and microwave cooking. Sensor reheating lets you optimally cook or reheat nine of the most popular food items with the touch of a button. Combine microwave and convection cooking for optimal results. Choose from ten power levels up to 1000 watts and convection cooking from 170 to 425 degrees F. Program up to three favorite time and power combinations for additional one-touch convenience. The Black Stainless Steel exterior looks good in any kitchen. Stainless steel interior for easy cleaning.3. Emerson 1.5 CU. FT. 1000W Convection Microwave Oven with Grill Touch Control Countertop, Stainless Steel and Black Cabinet, MWCG1584SB
Feature
1.5 cubic foot capacity, 1000 wattsGrill feature with removable grill rack allows you to brown food perfectly and offers a healthy alternative to frying
Convection function allows you to bake or roast by circulating hot air uniformly
9 preset cooking functions for easy cooking
Stainless steel front and Black cabinet
Description
The emmerson microwave oven can cook in multiple modes including convection, microwave and also griller. This microwave oven with convection and grill has 11 different power levels and 9 quick and easy pre-programmed recipes. It also has a glass turntable to ensure even and complete cooking.4. Panasonic NN-SD372S Countertop Microwave with Inverter Technology 0.8 Cu. Ft., 950W, Stainless
Feature
"Inverter" Technology for even cooking and delivering delicious flavor and "Inverter Turbo Defrost" for quick defrosting950 Watts of High Power; One-Touch Auto Cook and Reheat for automatic cooking settings and even Keep Warm feature
11 1/4" turntable; Delay Start and Timer; More/Less Control; Quick Minute, Popcorn Key,Pop-Out Prgrammable Dial for easy-to-use programming
Outside -11" x 19 3/16" x 14 13/16"; Interior HxWxD ( " ) 8 1/8" x 12 3/8" x 13 7/8" , 20.9 lbs., Stainless steel
Upper left-corner of the door has a small indentation to allow the door to open smoothly and is completed at the factory
Description
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Panasonic NN-SD372S 0.8-Cubic-Foot Stainless-Steel Inverter Microwave Oven
With its sleek stainless-steel front and silver wrap, this 950-watt microwave oven by Panasonic makes a stylish and convenient addition to any contemporary kitchen. The 0.8-cubic-foot unit with its 11-1/4-inch turntable perfectly cooks and evenly heats anything from breakfast foods and after-school snacks to dinnertime meals and appetizers when entertaining. Ideal for individuals or small families, the compact unit provides quick and easy meal preparation--without taking up excess space on the counter.
Inverter Technology
Moving Beyond Just "Heating Things Up"
Still just using your microwave oven to make popcorn or warm up yesterday's soup? If so, we probably know why. Most microwaves just have one temperature setting--High. Conventional microwave ovens might have a low-power setting, but this is achieved by "pulsing" the high-power setting on and off rather than by emitting a steady stream of low-powered energy.
Panasonic's trailblazing Inverter technology delivers true, variable microwave power, which means even temperatures and consistent textures throughout the food being cooked. The consistent delivery of microwave energy allows delicate foods to simmer without the edges and surfaces overcooking, so foods have the look and taste you expect--without the wait.
The Inverter microwave oven takes microwave cooking to a whole new level. You'll experience delicious food that better retains its color, nutrients, and flavor and that's easier and faster to prepare. Oh, and you can still make great popcorn.
Single, Compact Power Supply
Furthermore, the Inverter power unit is smaller and lighter than conventional microwave circuitry (aka the heavy, enclosed side of the microwave), which allows for more interior space to fit that favorite casserole dish, without increasing the oven's overall exterior dimensions. Weighing just 21 pounds, the oven's roomy interior measures 13-7/8 inches long by 12-3/8 inches wide by 8-1/8 high, while its compact exterior measures 15-9/16 inches long by 19-3/16 inches wide by 11 inches high.
Additional Features
Inverter Turbo Defrost
Defrost foods even faster than with the previous Panasonic Auto Defrost. Panasonic Inverter Defrost technology is an advanced microwave sequencing system using the inverter continuous-power delivery feature.
Auto Cook
The oven's one-touch buttons take the guesswork out of cooking by automatically adjusting power levels and calculating cooking times for various food types like pasta, frozen entrees, potatoes, vegetables, and beverages.
Auto Reheat
Reheat one to two servings of precooked room-temperature or refrigerator-temperature foods without setting power and time.
Quick Minute
The one-touch button allows you to automatically set the time in increments of one minute.
Keep Warm Feature
A pulsing delivery of very low microwave power keeps food temperatures at a constant level--without overcooking. So, foods like stew, gravy, and desserts remain warm in the oven for up to 30 minutes after cooking.
Pop-Out Dial
With a spin of the dial, the easy-to-use pop-out dial is a departure from the standard keypad found on most microwave ovens. Use it to set the time and/or weight.
Clock/Timer
Convenient time-of-day clock and count-down timer (up to 1 hour and 30 minutes).
Child-Safety Lock
For safety, the child lock prevents electronic operation (door still opens). Press Start three times to lock ("Child" will be displayed); press Stop/Reset three times to cancel.
Other Highlights
The oven also provides an easy-to-clean interior, 10 power levels, three cooking stages, more/less control, a popcorn button, and delay start.
Click here to view the set-up guide.
Make Mealtime Marvelous
Create all your favorite recipes, quickly and easily, with Panasonic's Inverter microwave oven.
- Eggs
- Appetizers
- Soups
- Casseroles
- Fish/seafood
- Meats
- Pasta/grains/cereals
- Poultry
- Sauces
- Vegetable side dishes
- Pies
- Desserts & breads
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Panasonic & The Culinary Institute of America Get Things Cooking
Panasonic Inverter microwave ovens have been named the microwave-cooking method of choice by the prestigious Culinary Institute of America (CIA). Panasonic and the CIA have teamed up to develop a series of healthy and delicious recipes created especially for the Panasonic Inverter microwave oven.
Free Online Recipes
The Master Chefs Microwave Recipes Made Easy cookbook includes preparation tips and professional techniques that will have you cooking like a pro with your Panasonic microwave oven in no time.
Choose from a variety of mouthwatering recipes--from goat cheese and red onion quesadillas to corn chowder with chilies and Monterey Jack to Mediterranean vegetable frittatas. Bon appetite!
Technical Specifications
| Model | NN-SD372S | |
| Size/Power | Oven Capacity | 0.8 cubic feet |
| Wattage | 950 watts | |
| Turntable Diameter | 11-1/4 inches | |
| Design | Housing | Stainless-Steel Front with Silver Wrap |
| Control Panel | Pop-out Dial with Button Panel | |
| Display Panel | 4-Digit Display | |
| Performance/Features | Auto Cook/Reheat | Yes |
| Power Settings | 10 Levels | |
| Specifications | Cavity Dimensions (LxWxH inches) | 13-7/8 x 12-3/8 x 8-1/8 |
| Unit Dimensions (LxWxH inches) | 15-9/16 x 19-3/16 x 11 | |
5. Cuisinart CMW-200 1.2-Cubic-Foot Convection Microwave Oven with Grill
Feature
1.2-cubic-foot capacity, 1000 wattsBrushed stainless with embossed Cuisinart logo and dark tinted glass window
Stainless steel interior absorbs no odors and is easy to sanitize, Rotating 12-Inch glass tray, Reversible grill rack
Touchpad controls with LCD, Two convenient defrost functions to defrost food by weight or time, Convection bake or roast with and without microwave function
Instruction and recipe book included, BPA Free
Limited 3-year warranty
LWH 21.20 x 19.00 x 12.20 Inches; UC LWH: 23.27 x 20.98 x 14.57 Inches; MC LWH: 23.27 x 20.98 x 14.57 Inches
1000-watt countertop convection microwave oven and grill
1.2 cubic-foot interior; 12-inch rotating glass tray for even heating, External Dimensions: 20.4" x 18.9" x 12.4".
Touchpad control panel; 9 preset options, plus grill function; multi-stage cooking
Defrost by weight or time; reversible grill rack; instructions/recipes included
3-year limited warranty
Description
Cuisinart presents a countertop oven that's the ultimate combination of size, style and smarts. The big, 1.2 cubic foot Microwave Convection Oven and Grill looks like it belongs in a high-end commercial kitchen. Brushed stainless steel and black frame a sleek control panel that offers single and combinations settings for an unlimited number of cooking options. A multi-stage cooking feature that automatically shifts form one function to another makes perfect results easier than ever. This is a new generation of microwave - and It's from Cuisinart, of course!6. Toshiba EC042A5C-SS Convection Microwave with Sensor Cooking Function, 1.5 Cu.ft, Stainless Steel
Feature
Use microwave or convection cooking all in one applianceSensor cooking and reheating functions
Auto menu for roasting, baking, defrosting
Stainless Steel finish, 21.7 x 21.4 x 12.8 (L x W x H), large 1.5 cubic feet capacity
Stainless Steel easy to clean interior
