A Built in Microwave Oven Combo Offers Convenience and Versatility
A built-in microwave oven combo can combine your wall oven and your microwave into one appliance. They can help free up space on your countertops and give your kitchen a sleek design.
These models feature powerful broilers that cook evenly and their microwaves heat food quickly. They offer a wide range of options to cook different food items.
Size
Combining the convenience of a microwave oven and the flexibility of wall ovens with a built-in microwave and wall oven is an efficient solution for kitchens with a variety of styles. Explore our entire range of microwaves that combine with wall ovens to find the best fit for your home. Make sure built in oven and microwave read the cutout specifications and installation guide for your chosen unit to ensure it works in your space. Our microwave & oven combinations include microwave and oven models with a variety of designs, colors and styles that will match any decor. Look for features such as simple and easy controls and a power cook function, and built-in self-cleaning to cut down on time.
Convenience
A built in microwave oven combination can save counter space in your kitchen and give a stylish appearance to your kitchen. Since it functions as a microwave and a traditional oven it is able to heat leftovers, frozen food items and pre-packaged meals in one appliance. It eliminates the necessity for separate countertop appliances or large wall ovens. A combination microwave oven can also be a good option when you are looking to improve your kitchen without having to undergo any major renovation projects.
There are microwave oven combos in various styles to match your kitchen decor. Some have a left-to-right swing-out door, while others feature a drop-down design that opens the same way as an oven that is traditional. You can also find microwave ovens with a drawer style that opens like cabinets. The microwave drawers can be easily reached and are ideal for small space.
Combination microwaves can also offer various features to assist in making meal preparation easier and more convenient. Some models feature the option of a sensor steam mode that adjusts the temperature and time of your food automatically to ensure you get perfect steaming of your fish and vegetables. Other features include a broil feature that lets you quickly melt cheese or cook your favorite food, as well as Crispwave(tm) technology that lets you grill, bake and crisp foods.
When selecting a microwave oven combination, you should take into consideration how often you'll use each function. If you'll be using the oven part of your combo more than the microwave, you may prefer a double wall oven instead. A combo oven has less capacity than an oven that is a standalone unit.
After you've selected a microwave and oven combo to satisfy your needs, think about the installation procedure. Over-the-range models are mounted over your stove or cooktop and plug into an electrical outlet, whereas built in microwaves are installed directly into cabinets or walls of your kitchen. Certain models have trim kits that make your microwave match the cabinets you already have.
Energy Efficiency
Built-in microwave oven combos are a great choice for those with smaller kitchens in their house or apartment. They can help save the space in cabinets that would be taken up by two separate appliances. Additionally, they can also help reduce energy usage. They are more energy efficient than traditional wall ovens and offer the most efficient method to cook. They can also be used to cook food and warm meals. This reduces the necessity for other appliances such as toasters or warming plates.
In evaluating the possibility of amending energy conservation standards, DOE conducts several analyses, including market and technology assessment, screening analysis, engineering analysis, and a national impact analysis (NIA). In this SNOPR DOE will use its engineering analysis of microwave ovens to determine the level of efficiency improvements are possible for this product category.
DOE will compare the microwave's design to a set energy performance objectives 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 NIA, DOE will assess the effects on consumers, including cost savings throughout the lifecycle and simple payback period (PBP). DOE will utilize the Government Regulatory Impact Model, with an adaptation for ovens that can be microwaved to determine the industry's net present value (NPV).
DOE will also assess the effects on manufacturers and will use an altered industry cash flow model that is modified to fit this particular product to calculate manufacturing NPV. Finally, DOE will consider the potential impact on small business manufacturers and other manufacturer subgroups to determine if they could be disproportionally affected by these proposals.
DOE will also look into whether the test procedure for microwave ovens has to be revised to include active mode power consumption and an energy use metric. Currently, the test protocols only deal with the use of standby mode power.
Design
Microwaves create heat through the process of causing water molecules to vibrate in food. Wall ovens rely upon the circulation of hot air, while microwaves rely on waves to cause food molecules to vibrate. Combination wall ovens combine these two distinct appliances into a single unit that saves kitchen space and offers an elegant, modern look. It is important to think about your budget and needs before deciding on a combination wall oven. Many of the combination wall ovens in our ratings have issues with performance or design.