Microwaves are considered one of the most important home appliances. Quick as a flash reheating and defrosting options make these all-purpose kitchen appliances staples in the kitchen.
1. Purpose
Identify your purpose for purchasing a microwave. Most consumers depend on regular microwave usage, while others’ use is more sporadic.
2. Size and Capacity
Microwaves are available in a specific size and capacity options fit to accommodate unique needs.
How do you know what size microwave to buy?
The larger the microwave, the greater the power output and speed of results.
- Compact: Under 1 cubic foot
- Midsize: Between 1 to 1.5 cubic feet
- Full size: 1.6 to 2 cubic feet
- Extra-large: Larger than 2 cubic feet
3. Wattage
Microwave wattage ranges from 500 to 1,200 watts. Increased wattage provides faster, more efficient results.
4. Countertop vs. Over the Stove
Both Countertop and Over-the-stove microwaves provide functionality and purpose. Countertop models are the most popular microwave option due to their ease of use, increased capacity, and smaller footprints. Over-the-stove microwaves do not take occupy valuable counter space, include built-in fans, numerous options, and added features.
5. Customer Reviews
Reading customer reviews provides a better picture of overall microwave performance.
6. Features
- Sensor Cooking: Cooks food following humidity inside the microwave.
- Pre-programmed Cooking: Starts the microwave with one touch. Select the button associated with the food to be cooked and hit the start button.
- Programmable cooking: Helps determine various power outputs and timing for complete control.
7. Extra Features
- Built-in Menu Settings
- Defrost Sensors
- Humidity Sensors
- Combination Microwave/Convection Ovens
Is buying a combination microwave/convection oven worth it?
Combination Microwave/Convection Ovens more effectively circulate air inside a unit. The best combination of microwaves not only defrost and microwave food but are likely to grill and bake just as well as a conventional oven – and much more quickly!
- Browning
- Crisping
- Heating
- Roasting
Top Microwave Lines
Several quality, reliable, long-lasting brands inhabit the microwave market.
- Admiral
- Amana
- Crosley
- Electrolux
- Frigidaire
- GE
- Hotpoint
- Insinkerator
- Jenn-Air
- Kelvinator
- Kenmore
- Kitchen Aid
- Magic Chef
- Maytag
- Modern Maid
- Roper
- Sears
- Sub-Zero
- Tappan
- Whirlpool
- White Westinghouse
Florida’s Appliance Experts
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Appliance Doctor Inc. delivers major microwave brands and appliances to Bonita Springs, Cape Coral, Estero, Fort Myers, Marco Island, Naples and the surrounding Southwest Florida areas. Our team of expert technicians is service-ready and available for microwave repairs and other appliance repair services.
Microwave and Appliance Repair Services
To discover more about purchasing a microwave and other appliance needs, call Appliance Doctor Inc. or schedule a service online today!
