A Built in Microwave Oven Combo Offers Convenience and Versatility
A built-in microwave oven combo gives you the best of both worlds by connecting your microwave and wall oven into one appliance. They can help free space on your counters and give your kitchen a sleek aesthetic.
These models come with powerful broilers that cook evenly, and their microwaves heat food quickly. They also have a wide variety of cooking options to cook various foods.
Size
Combining microwave oven builtin of a microwave oven with the flexibility of wall ovens, a built in microwave and wall oven combo is a great solution for kitchens with a variety of styles. Explore our entire range of microwaves that combine with wall ovens to find the perfect fit for your home. Be sure to read the cutout specifications and installation instructions for the model you select to ensure it works in your space. Our microwave and oven combos include microwave and oven models with a variety of styles, colors and finishes that can be incorporated into any decor. Also, look for features like smart and convenient digital controls, a power-cook function, and built-in self-cleaning options to help you save time.
Convenience
A built in microwave oven combo can free up space on your kitchen counters and give a stylish design to your space. It can be used to cook leftovers, frozen food, and packaged food items. It also eliminates the requirement for a separate countertop appliance or bulky stand-alone wall oven. A microwave-microwave combination can also be a good option if you want to upgrade your kitchen without having to undergo any major renovations.
Microwave ovens are available in a variety of different styles to suit the decor of your kitchen. Some microwave oven combos feature a swing-out right-to-left door or drop-down designs that open in the same way as traditional ovens. There is also a microwave-oven combo that opens inside a drawer, like a cabinet. Microwave drawers can be easily accessible and are perfect for small spaces.
Combination microwaves can also offer various features that assist in making meal preparation easier and more efficient. For example, some models come with sensors for steam cycles that automatically adjusts the time and temperature of your food to ensure that you get perfect steaming of your fish and vegetables. Other features include a broil element that allows you to quickly melt cheese or brown your favorite dish, as well as Crispwave(tm) technology that allows you to grill or bake food and make it crisp.
When choosing a microwave combination, be sure to consider how often you'll use each function. If you'll be using the oven more than the micro, you might be better off buying a double wall-oven. It's also important to note that a combo appliance typically has less capacity than a conventional standalone oven.
After you've selected an oven and microwave combination to meet your needs, you should think about the installation procedure. Over-the-range models mount over your cooktop or stove and plug into an electrical outlet, while built in microwaves are installed directly into the walls or cabinets of your kitchen. Some models include trim kits to make your microwave match your cabinets.
Energy Efficiency
Built-in microwave oven combos are a great choice for those with smaller kitchens in their home or apartment. They can free up the space that would otherwise be occupied by separate appliances, and also cut down on energy usage. They generally provide the most efficient cooking method than traditional wall ovens, because they use less energy. They can also be used to cook food or warm food items. This eliminates the need for other appliances like toasters or warming plates.
In evaluating the possibility of amending energy conservation standards, DOE conducts several analyses which include assessment of technology and market screening analysis, engineering analysis and a national impact analysis (NIA). In this SNOPR, DOE will use its existing engineering analysis on microwave ovens to determine what degree of efficiency improvements are feasible for this particular product.
DOE will assess the design of a microwave to 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 the NIA, DOE will evaluate the effects on consumers for each product category including lifecycle cost savings as well as simple payback period ("PBP"). DOE will employ its Government Regulatory Impact Model with an adaptation for microwave ovens to calculate industry net present value ("NPV").
The impact on manufacturers will be evaluated as well, and DOE will use a modified version of its Industry Cash Flow model, which has been adapted for this type of product to estimate manufacturing NPV. In addition, DOE will consider the potential impact on small business manufacturers and other subgroups of manufacturers to identify any that may be affected in a different way by these proposals.
Additionally, DOE will consider whether the tests for microwave ovens must be revised to include active mode energy use as well as a possible integrated active mode energy use measurement. The current tests only cover standby mode power consumption.
Design
Wall ovens depend on the circulating of hot air while microwaves rely on waves to cause the water molecules in food to vibrate and generate heat. Combination wall units blend both appliances into one unit, saving space in the kitchen and offering a sleek modern aesthetic. It is important to think about your budget and needs before investing in a combination wall oven. Some of the combo ovens we rated have design or performance issues.