Microwaves have long been an alternative to the oven, electric stove, even grill. These and other functions are perfectly combined in modern models. How to make a choice and not regret the purchase? To answer this question, we collected the best microwaves and compiled a rating for 2017.
For everyone there is a technique that suits individual requirements: quality, price, design, functionality. Today's review is dedicated to the best of the best according to experts and buyers.
A bit of history.The principle of operation of the furnace is the effect of electromagnetic radiation on the products inside. The source of radiation is a magnetron, first discovered by Albert Hall, used in 1945 by Percy Spencer to create a microwave oven.
The first microwave ovens appeared more than 70 years ago and were intended for accelerated defrosting of products. The first users were military personnel during the Second World War, for whom even cooking was an unacceptable luxury. Microwave ovens were significantly different from conventional compact appliances.
How to choose a microwave
Choosing such a technique, it is necessary to consider several parameters.
A type
Built-in or freestanding? If in your kitchen there is not enough space for a freestanding microwave, the built-in headset is ideal for you. It must exactly match the size of the niche reserved for it. Otherwise, gaps will appear in which fat and dirt will accumulate.
Functionality
If you need an appliance exclusively for defrosting and heating food, pay attention to the solo. They have no extra programs, only the work of microwave waves. Multifunctional microwave ovens include grill, convection, which allow you to cook almost any dish.
Volume
This item can be called the most important, because how much you can cook at a time depends on the volume. Basically, the internal volume of conventional furnaces is from 10 to 40 liters. Sometimes there are very small models that do not reach 10 liters.
Based on the opinion of users, we note: the most popular are 17-liter stoves. They are great for defrosting, heating foods, cooking simple dishes: dumplings or omelettes. If you are going to use the appliance instead of the oven, we recommend choosing a deeper option.
Power
The speed with which the device will work directly depends on it. The larger the volume, the higher the power should be. For heating and defrosting, 500-800 watts will be enough. For cooking, models from 1000 watts are suitable.
Camera coating
Manufacturers prefer enamel. This coating can be called durable, fairly inexpensive. However, in enamel-sprayed furnaces there is no grill function, because it does not tolerate high temperatures well.
Another type is ceramics or bioceramics. The cost of equipment with such a coating is higher, but it has its own advantages: heat resistance, easy washing, scratch resistance.
The steel coating looks beautiful, tolerates high temperatures. Experts recommend a closer look at steel models with a ceramic bottom.
Type of management
The simplest and most reliable can be called mechanical control. However, it has several significant disadvantages. The first is minimal functionality. The second is a non-modern appearance. The third is difficult care. It is almost impossible to wash old dirt from the control levers.
Electronic and touch controls are not so reliable, but they have a stylish design and many functions.
Additional modes
In many models, there is another element - tenov, quartz or infrared grill. Products cooked on it are distinguished by juiciness and crisp. For efficiency, the modes of microwave waves, convection, grill can be combined with each other.
The convection function evenly distributes hot air throughout the chamber, providing fast, even heating of food. Moreover, some stoves have a mode of cheboperechki, double boiler. Auto heating, power control, cooking from recipes from memory - these are just a few simple functions from a large list of capabilities of the new generation of microwave ovens.
Top manufacturers
Three popular brands are considered the leading manufacturers of microwave ovens: Whirpool, LG, Samsung. The technique of these brands is characterized by high-quality assembly, stylish design and wide functionality. Every year they delight their customers with new models - reliable, technological, sophisticated.
In the ratings of the best you can find equipment Sharp, Electrolux, Panasonic, Siemens. Proven, advanced features, design and simple management - this is what manufacturers win new customers from year to year. Service at a height: any branded service center offers repair equipment. Cooking with the microwave ovens of the listed brands is convenient, easy and pleasant.
Top 7 Popular Models
Consider the characteristics of stoves that have earned recognition in 2017.
LG Ms-20R44Dar
The Algie solo tops our rating is justifiable. It harmoniously combines everything that a classic stove needs: quality, functionality, affordable price. The stove looks very stylish, it is not only a useful device for defrosting, cooking, but also an elegant decoration of the interior.
Power - 700 W, for cooking simple dishes, heating and defrosting it will be enough. To protect against damage, the fat inner surface has the latest Easy Clean coating. Unlike others in a very simple care, resistance to temperature, scratches and dirt. Another feature is I-Wawe technology. Its meaning lies in the uniform distribution of microwave waves for high-quality fast heating of products.
The program “Cuisines of the World” was recorded in my memory, which allows you to cook dishes according to Italian, French and other recipes without much effort. It is only necessary to place the products inside, after which the oven itself will establish the regime, the cooking power.
Price - from 6 690 rubles.
Samsung ME81KRW-1 /Bw
The second place is occupied by Samsung 0.8 kW. It has a unique function of the distribution of microwave waves, which accelerates the time of cooking or heating dishes. The inner coating of the chamber is made of ceramics treated with a special agent for protection against bacteria. Ceramic coating is resistant to high temperatures, scratches, various contaminants.
Mechanical control, made in the classical style. Thanks to its simplicity and stylish design, the ME81KRW-1 / BW is in great demand among customers around the world. Cost - from 5000 rubles.
Rolsen MS 1770MP
The Rolsen microwave oven is suitable even for small kitchens. The model has a simple mechanical control: on the case there are two switches for adjusting the force and cooking time. Inside the case is covered with durable enamel, which tolerates temperature well, scratch resistant.
3 place in the rating, the device owes its simplicity and price. This is a quality budget option for those who want a microwave without frills. Unfortunately, many online stores indicate that the model is discontinued - for some reason this happened too quickly.
Daewoo Electronics KOR-6L4B
The main advantage in convenient, stylish touch controls. The microwave oven is equipped with unique systems of double waves and concave reflectors for fast, uniform cooking. The door opens after pressing the button. The disadvantages include the lack of lighting with the door open.
Price - from 5 128 rubles.
Midea AM820CMF
Of the advantages, spaciousness and stylish design can be distinguished. Laconic, strict appearance allows you to install the stove in almost any kitchen. The inner walls are covered with a specially developed enamel coating Smart Clean, which fights against dried fat, dirt. Built-in child protection function. Suitable for defrosting, cooking, heating dishes.
Price - from 4 105 rubles.
Samsung Mc28H5013AK /Bw
Sixth place ranking goes to Samsung. An excellent functional oven, its disadvantages can only be attributed to the fact that it is more expensive than the previous ones: from 8,690 rubles. Despite the cost, equipment is often bought.
An oven with convection and tenov grill, which means that the range of your dishes will increase significantly. In memory 15 recipes of yoghurt, pastry, and other dishes are already recorded. Convenient electronic control allows you to easily control the modes.
Panasonic Nn-Gf560Mzpe
A furnace without a turntable. Thanks to this, more products are placed inside than in conventional microwave ovens. Of the features: protection from children, turboforming, delayed start, preservation of recipes. The kit includes a grill on which you can cook juicy meat, vegetables, and other products. The equipment looks quite modern, fits into almost any interior.
Cost in the region of 8,000 rubles.
Reviews
Olga, Lipetsk
For a long time I did not know how to choose a microwave. There are so many models that my eyes run up. Decided only with the company, on many sites recommended Samsung as the best brand. I did not want to buy cheap. In addition, I did not have an oven, so I was looking for a stove with everything I needed. Now in my house there is a great helper Samsung Mc28H5013AK /Bw. I can say that you can cook everything in it: pies, cakes, grilled meat, vegetables. In my memory there are several recipes, threw food, pressed a button and left. The equipment itself will set the power and turn off when the dish is ready. So far, she has not noticed the minuses, I advise everyone who wants a universal assistant in the kitchen.
Alexey, Voronezh
My wife chose, I did not particularly delve into. Begged LG Ms-20R44DARI bought. What can microwave? Cook dumplings, heat meat. So I thought, until I personally met her. It turned out that you can cook in them for a long time, as in ordinary ovens. It is interesting that it practically does not need to be washed, a special coating protects against grease and scratches. When the wife can not choose what to cook for lunch or dinner, she turns to auto recipes. A very convenient thing, I pressed a couple of buttons - everything is prepared without assistance. The only negative is the fragile door, we try to close it carefully so as not to damage it. Except for this drawback, I would rate it on a solid five.
Diana, Moscow
I keep my small office, which is engaged in the purchase and delivery of gifts. People in the city often use our services, so the staff has to expand over time. I decided to buy a microwave oven so that everyone could warm up their lunch or cook the same sandwich. I decided to take inexpensive, but good. The employee advised Midea AM820CMF. She said that she herself has been using the same for six months, so far there have been no complaints. Bought, unpacked, installed. The technician copes with all the duties with a bang. There is almost no need to wash, the inner walls are treated with some kind of coating to protect against pollution. It is inexpensive, it looks modern, it works without failures. I do not think that she would be suitable for cooking, but now there is no problem with heating food. The quality is also flawless: the case is durable, the door is also reliable, it will not fall apart from a little cotton.
We relied on the opinions of customers, but it’s up to you to decide which microwave is best. Our small rating includes the models that are most in demand. By choosing the functions that are suitable for reliability, you will find a real mini-mistress who takes care of delicious food, and makes it possible to improvise with products.