A Built in Microwave Oven Combo Offers Convenience and Versatility
A microwave oven that is built-in can combine your wall oven and your microwave into a single appliance. They can save counter space and give your kitchen an elegant appearance.
These models are equipped with powerful broilers that cook food evenly. Their microwaves also heat food quickly. They also have a wide range of options for cooking various foods.
Size
A built-in microwave and wall oven combo is a great solution for many kitchens. It combines the convenience of a microwave with the flexibility of wall ovens. Explore our collection of combination wall ovens and microwaves to find the best solution for your home. Make sure you read the cutout specifications and installation guide for the model you select to ensure that it is suitable in your space. Our microwave & wall oven combinations feature both microwave and wall oven models that come in a variety of styles, colors and finishes to match any style. Look for features like simple and easy controls as well as a power cook feature and a built-in self-cleaning system to help you save time.
Convenience
A built-in microwave oven will free up counter space and give your kitchen a sleeker appearance. Since it functions as a microwave and a traditional oven it is able to heat leftovers, frozen foods and pre-packaged meals all in one appliance. It eliminates the necessity for separate countertop appliances or bulky wall ovens. A combination microwave oven could also be a good choice if you want to upgrade your kitchen without undertaking any major remodeling projects.
Microwave oven combos can be found in many different styles to fit your kitchen's decor. Certain microwave oven combos come with doors that swing out right to left or drop-down models that open the same way as traditional ovens. You can also purchase an oven and microwave that opens inside a drawer, similar to cabinets. Microwave drawers are easily reached and are ideal for small spaces.
Combination microwaves also have a variety of features that help you prepare your meals faster and more convenient. For example, some models have sensors for steam cycles that automatically adjusts the time and temperature of your food items to ensure you receive perfect steamed fish and vegetables. Other features include the broil element which allows you to quickly melt cheese and cook your favorite dish. Crispwave(tm) in turn can cook, grill, and crisp food.
Consider how often you'll make use of each feature when choosing the microwave oven combination. If built in microwave and oven 'll be using the oven more often than the micro, you might prefer an oven that doubles as a wall. It's important to keep in mind that a combination appliance generally has less capacity than a conventional standalone oven.
Once you've decided on the right microwave and oven combination to satisfy your needs, think about the installation process. Over-the-range models are installed over your cooktop or stove and connect to the power outlet. Built-in microwaves can be incorporated into the walls or cabinets of your kitchen. Some models come with trim kits that allow you to effortlessly blend your new microwave with your kitchen cabinets.
Energy Efficiency
A built-in microwave oven combo can provide an excellent space-saving option for those who have smaller kitchens, regardless of whether they live in a home or apartment. They can save space in cabinets that would otherwise be occupied by separate appliances. They can also help reduce energy consumption. They are more energy efficient than traditional wall-mounted ovens and provide an efficient method to cook. They can also be used to cook food or warm dishes. This eliminates the need for other appliances like toasters or warming plates.
When evaluating oven and microwave built in to energy conservation standards, DOE conducts several analyses that include assessment of technology and market conditions, screening analysis, engineering analysis, and a national impact analysis (NIA). In this SNOPR DOE will utilize its engineering analysis of microwave ovens to determine what level of efficiency improvement is possible for this product category.
In the engineering analysis, DOE will compare the design parameters of a microwave with a set of energy performance objectives. 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 impacts on consumers for each product class, including lifecycle cost savings as well as simple payback time ("PBP"). DOE will utilize its Government Regulatory Impact Model with an adaptation for microwave ovens to calculate the industry's net present value ("NPV").
DOE will also examine the effects on manufacturers and will employ an industry-specific cash flow model that is adapted to this product type in order to estimate manufacturing NPV. DOE will also look at the impact of these proposals on small businesses as well as other manufacturing subgroups to identify those that may be disproportionately affected.
In addition, DOE will consider whether the testing procedures for microwave ovens need to be revised to include active mode energy usage and an integrated active mode energy use measure. The current test procedures only deal with standby mode power use.
Design
Wall ovens depend on the circulation of hot air evenly while microwaves rely on waves to cause the water molecules in food to vibrate and produce heat. Combination wall units combine these two appliances into one unit, reducing space in the kitchen while offering a sleek modern aesthetic. But you need to carefully take into consideration your budget and goals before investing in a combo wall oven. Many of the combination wall ovens in our ratings have issues with performance or design.