TOP-5 microwave ovens with grill and convection

Gorenje GMO-25 DCE

The Gorenje GMO-25 DСE is the entry-level model among multifunctional microwave ovens. In addition to standard programs, it, like other TOP-5 participants, has a grill. With its help, you can quickly and efficiently prepare dishes and get a delicious golden crust on baked meat. In addition, this microwave, along with others, is equipped with a convection function. That is, the heat of the set temperature is dispersed by the fan throughout the microwave, so that the dish is cooked faster and more evenly.

This model has 5 microwave power levels to select the most optimal cooking conditions (depending on the dish and portion size). To control the microwave, there are several buttons on the case that allow you to adjust the cooking parameters or select one of the preset programs. Internal surface is made of stainless steel. So you can be sure that regardless of the frequency of use of the microwave oven, it will serve you for a long time, although it may get scratched.

The Gorenje GMO-25 DСE arsenal has advanced features, more or less compact dimensions and affordable, as for such a set of functions, the price. By the way, it has analogues, for example, GMO-25 DGE with a grill, but without convection, but at a lower price.

Kaiser M 2500 ElfEm beige

The Kaiser M 2500 is the most compact model in our selection, yet provides 25 liters of usable cooking space. And this volume, firstly, is larger than that of the vast majority of microwave ovens, and secondly, it is quite enough to cook food for two or three people.

The Kaiser M 2500 microwave has received touch control, the usual many on smartphones and other smart gadgets. Many users find this option familiar and convenient. And what is interesting, at the same time, the Kaiser model does not have a Hi-Tech design at all, but rather a vintage one. Moreover, with three colors - black, white and gold. By the way, this manufacturer also has other appliances with a similar appearance (for example, EH oven 6967), which allows you to decorate the kitchen in retro style.

In terms of equipment, this microwave does not stand out from other participants in the review. For example, the backlight of the camera. The grill (quartz) allows you to cook meat, baking it to a golden brown, and convection ensures fast cooking of various dishes. Like the previous model, the chamber is made of stainless steel. Therefore, the model requires careful handling so as not to scratch it.

The advantages of the Kaiser M 2500 microwave oven are its compact size, extraordinary look and convenient touch control.

Samsung MC32F604TCT black

Compared to competing products, the Samsung MC32F604TCT microwave oven offers the customer a larger volume - as much as 33 liters. This will surely appeal to those who plan to cook for a large company or family. It has 6 power levels, which is more than previous models, but less than the more expensive Whirlpool and Panasonic. The manufacturer notes that 60 recipes of traditional Russian cuisine have been developed for this model, and Raw Ingredient Cooking technology has a positive effect on the quality of cooking raw products.

Samsung has a push-button control, that is, there are buttons on the case to select programs and a rotary dial for finer adjustment of cooking parameters. And the door does not open to the side, like most models, but down. This approach simplifies the placement of a baking sheet with a dish in the chamber and its subsequent removal from the oven.

Korean designers used stainless steel in the design of the case, its handle and door. And the inner coating is made of ceramic. Bioceramic coating, according to the company, is very durable, it does not leave scratches, rust and other marks. In addition, it has antibacterial protection and does not lose its color over time.

The main advantage of the Samsung MC32F604TCT microwave oven is its large volume with fairly compact dimensions and the ceramic coating of the chamber.

Whirlpool JT 469 SL black

The largest of the models presented in our selection is the Whirlpool JT 469 microwave. This applies to both the overall dimensions of the microwave and its volume (33 liters like the Samsung MC32F604TCT). You can put a whole turkey under the grill in such a unit and then enjoy its perfectly cooked meat with a crispy crust.

The internal non-stick coating is responsible for making it convenient for you to cook in the microwave and keep it clean. The convenient hinged lid design will be appreciated by those who have children in the kitchen fussing (the risk of touching it is less than the side door), and those who cook large dishes (easier to remove them from the oven). The JT 469 microwave has a high power — 1000 W - with eight levels to choose from. In this way, you can precisely select the cooking programme for various dishes. The control in the microwave is made touch-sensitive, like that of the Kaiser M 2500. So for people who cannot imagine their life without smartphones, it will be elementary to manage it. By the way, if you want to create your own operating modes, then pay attention to Whirlpool JT 479 with this feature and the same parameters as JT 469.

With the built-in grill in the Whirlpool JT 469 microwave oven, you can cook meat in it no worse than in the oven. And thanks to the convection function, you will get not only an excellent baked crust, but also a perfectly cooked middle, which is evenly cooked due to the air accelerated by the fan. This microwave also has a steam function. So that supporters of proper nutrition can enjoy healthy meals prepared without much effort.

The most important parameters in the Whirlpool JT 469 microwave are its large volume and high power, so you can cook a lot and quickly with it.

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Panasonic NN-DS592 black

The Panasonic NN-DS592 microwave oven is a model for those who want to make the microwave the center of the culinary process. It is relatively large in size, especially in width (almost 53 cm). She has a chamber with dimensions of 354x343 mm and a capacity of 27 liters. True, due to the use of a hinged door, you do not have to worry that the microwave will occupy the entire work surface, and someone will inadvertently touch the open door.

In addition to the usual auto-heating and auto-defrosting, the Panasonic NN-DS592 microwave is equipped with a grill and convection function. Moreover, the grill is double - it is more powerful than the usual one, and evenly fries food from above and below. In its arsenal, the microwave also has a steam cooking function. With it, your favorite dishes will be not only tasty, but also healthy. The inner surface of the Panasonic NN-DS592 is made of stainless steel. To make it easier to wash, a special steam cleaning programme is provided.

The microwave oven is controlled using buttons and a rotary wheel, with which the desired parameters of time, power and other cooking parameters are selected. For experienced cooks, the Panasonic NN-DS592 has a temperature sensor, so you can carefully observe the temperature of the recipe. This is especially important when baking and cooking large whole cuts of meat. All operating parameters are displayed on a small LCD display. And using the start delay timer, you can take care of, for example, preparing lunch for a child when he comes home from school. Or set the time - and go about your business, so that when guests arrive, they will be met with a hot, freshly prepared dish.

The Panasonic NN-DS592 is one of the most powerful microwaves in our selection. Its microwave power is 1000 watts, and the heater is as much as 1800 watts. Its advantage is that it is the only one of the models presented in the selection with inverter control of the microwave radiation power. The principle of its operation is similar to inverter air conditioners. Thanks to this feature, the oven adjusts the cooking parameters more precisely (it independently determines and supplies the necessary, and not the maximum power). The taste of the dishes is better, and the energy consumption is less.

The manufacturer calls it a steam inverter oven and this is a more accurate definition. Although we would add another word - multifunctional. After all, the advantage of the Panasonic NN-DS592 is in the richness of its functions: the possibility of steaming and double grilling, the presence of a temperature sensor and a timer for a delayed start, and much more.