5 options for choosing microwave ovens

Microwave ovens greatly simplify the lives of owners. They can not only quickly and safely heat food, but also prepare some dishes, as well as defrost products. With microwave everything turns out easier and faster. Those who are just planning to buy this useful household appliance, it will be useful to know what selection criteria to rely on. Current models from reliable manufacturers can be found here.



1. Camera volume
This parameter is important, if only because the larger the camera, the greater the cost of electricity. If you live alone, it will be an unnecessary expense.

By volume, the microwave chamber is divided into three types:

• small (for 1-2 people up to 19 liters);
• medium (per family of 3-4 people) 20-25 liters;
• large (for a large family) 26-32 liters.

Usually the most overall models are equipped with additional grille.

2. Camera material

From the material of the camera depends on the taste of prepared and heated dishes. Cameras are enamel, ceramic and stainless steel. Models differ in price and methods of care. The easiest way to wash the enamel coating, but less practical in this regard, stainless steel is more durable.

3. Power

The greater the power of the equipment, the more expensive its operation will be. However, to get involved in saving in this case is not worth it: low-power models heat more slowly, so use them to simplify life and save energy costs is irrational.

When buying microwave for heating ready-made dishes, choose models with a capacity of 1 kW. If grilling and convection are important to you, look for microwaves over 1,000 watts.

4. Type of management

Microwaves come with mechanical and electronic control. Mechanics are more practical. There are only two regulators: one for power, the other for time. Mechanics rarely fail, especially if the microwave is kept clean.

Electronic ovens allow setting parameters more flexibly. Process information is reflected on the display. Such microwaves can be programmed: they can "remember" recipes. A delayed start is also possible.

Electronics are more sensitive to voltage fluctuations in the network. With sharp jumps, the control panel can fail. A microwave of this type should be connected through a stabilizer or at least disconnected from the socket immediately after heating the dish.

5. Turning table

This is the name of a movable pallet at the bottom of the chamber, on which a container with food is put. After turning on the device, it begins to rotate smoothly, ensuring uniform processing of products.

In most models, the diameter of the rotary table is 200-250 mm. This is enough to accommodate medium-sized dishes.



In models with a large camera, rotary tables can be more than 300 mm in diameter.

There are stoves without a turntable. In such microwaves, the emitter is located at the bottom of the chamber, and the waves rise from the bottom up. A special distributor is used for uniform radiation.