A Built in Microwave Oven Combo Offers Convenience and Versatility
A built in microwave oven combo provides the best of both worlds by making your wall oven and microwave into one appliance. They can help free space on your counters and give your kitchen a sleek design.
These models are equipped with powerful broilers, which cook food evenly. Their microwaves also heat food quickly. These models offer a range of cooking options for different foods.
Size
A built-in microwave and wall oven combo is a fantastic solution for many kitchens. It combines the convenience of a microwave with the versatility of wall ovens. Browse our full range of microwaves that combine with wall ovens to find the right option for your home. Make sure you check the cutout specifications of your selected model and the installation guide to be sure it is suitable for your space. integrated combination microwave oven and oven sets include both oven and microwave models with a variety of styles, colors and finishes that can be incorporated into any decor. Look for features like easy and efficient controls, a power cook function and a built-in self-cleaning system to help you save time.
Convenience
A built-in microwave oven combination can save space on your kitchen counters and add a sleek design to your space. It can be used to heat leftovers, frozen food items, and packaged food items. It can also eliminate the need for an additional countertop appliance or a the bulky wall oven that is a stand-alone unit. A microwave-microwave combination can also be a good choice if you want to upgrade your kitchen without having to undergo any major remodeling projects.
You can find microwave ovens that come in a variety of styles to match your kitchen's decor. Some have a left-to-right swing-out door, while others have a drop-down design that opens the same way as an ordinary oven. You can also purchase an oven and microwave that opens through a drawer like cabinets. The microwave drawers can be easily reached and are ideal for small space.
Combination microwaves also come with various features to help make meal prep easier and more practical. For instance, some models come with a sensor steam cycle that automatically adjusts the time and temperature of your food to ensure that you receive perfect steamed fish and vegetables. Other features include the broil element, which lets you quickly melt cheese and brown your favorite dish. Crispwave(tm), meanwhile, can cook, grill, and crisp food.
When selecting a microwave oven combination, be sure to consider how often you'll use each function. If you will be using the oven more than the microwave, you may prefer an extra wall oven. A combo oven has less capacity than a standalone oven.
When you've chosen a microwave and oven combo to satisfy your needs, think about the installation process. Over-the-range models are installed over the stovetop or cooktop and connected to the power outlet. Built-in microwaves can be incorporated into cabinets or walls in your kitchen. Certain models come with trim kits to match your new microwave to the cabinets you already have.
Energy Efficiency
Built-in microwave oven combos are a great choice for those who have smaller kitchens in their home or apartment. They can help reduce the amount of the space in cabinets that would be occupied by two separate appliances and they can also help reduce energy usage. They generally provide a more efficient cooking method than traditional wall ovens as they tend to use less energy. They can also be used to cook food and warm food items. This reduces the need for other appliances like toasters or warming plates.
DOE conducts a variety of analyses when evaluating potential amendments to energy conservation standards. These include market and technology assessments screening analysis, engineering analyses and a national impact assessment (NIA). In this SNOPR, DOE will use its existing engineering analysis on microwave ovens to determine what level of efficiency improvements are technologically possible for this product category.
DOE will evaluate the design of a microwave with an energy performance objective that is specified in the engineering analysis. The engineering analysis will then determine the maximum improvement in energy efficiency that is technologically feasible based on the most advanced microprocessor-controlled model available on the market or in working prototypes, or the maximum reduction in energy consumption that is technically achievable with the current technologies available for this product class.
As part of NIA, DOE will assess the impacts on consumers, including cost savings over the lifecycle, as well as the simple payback time (PBP). DOE will utilize its Government Regulatory Impact Model with an adaptation for microwave ovens to calculate industry net present value ("NPV").
DOE will also assess the impacts on manufacturers, and will use an altered industry cash flow model that is modified to fit this particular product to estimate manufacturing NPV. Additionally, DOE will consider the potential impact on small-business manufacturers and other subgroups of manufacturers to identify any that may be disproportionally affected by these proposals.
DOE will also consider whether the test procedure for microwave ovens needs to be revised to include active mode power consumption as well as an energy use measurement. Currently, tests only cover standby mode power consumption.
Design
Wall ovens rely on the circulation of hot air evenly while microwaves make use of waves to cause the water molecules in food to vibrate and generate heat. Combination wall units combine these two appliances into a single unit, which is ideal for securing space in the kitchen and giving a modern, sleek look. However, you must carefully think about your needs and budget before purchasing a combination wall oven. Many of the combination wall ovens in our ratings have issues with performance or design.