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Cooking performance score
Cooking performance is made up of scores for defrosting, cooking, reheating, grilling, baking, roasting and using combination mode (convection, microwave and grill).
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Ease of use score
We check that controls are intuitive, easy to operate and the instructions easy to follow. We also check the effectiveness of the light and whether the viewing window is large enough and easy to see through. The interior and exterior are assessed for cleaning: do the surfaces wipe clean easily and are there small holes and seams that can accumulate dirt?
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Usable volume (L)
Based on our own measurements, which take the turntable and the back of the door when closed into account, to give a better representation of cavity size.
Shop Ethical rating
Shop Ethical rates the environmental and social impact of the company (not the product) using independent sources. This rating is not included in our total score. The rating ranks from A (highest) to F (lowest); N/A means there is no rating for that company.
Combination baking pizza score
We cook a freshly prepared pizza at a very high temperature for a short period on a combination of convection and microwave. This assesses the ability to crisp and brown the base and evenly cook the toppings.
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Cooking vegetables score
We cook broccoli, looking for fully but not overly cooked pieces with a good bright green colour.
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Combination roasting score
We roast a whole chicken on a combination of convection and microwave function to assess roasting performance of a non-uniform food at a moderate to high temperature therefore reducing the cooking time using microwave cooking, while retaining moisture and crisping the skin.
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Microwave wattage (W)
Higher wattage helps to cook food faster. All models use more power in convection mode, with typical convection mode output 1400–1500W. Some models use up to 2300W.
Built-in
Child lock
Kitchen timer (standalone)
Quick boost start
Sensor cook
Sensor reheat
Auto cook
Auto reheat
Adjust time during cooking
Availability
A Similar model is identical in most aspects except for a few. This means that a majority of its test results are identical so you can reasonably expect to get the same results from the model we tested, but for those aspects which aren't identical, we'll note these as "Not Tested" in the Compare tables.
A Tested model refers to a model that is still current and available in the Australian market. You should be able to order this model through your local retailer, or find it online.
These models can't be found in retailers or online or are no longer manufactured. You may still find them on second-hand websites, or in second-hand dealers. Test methods may change over time, so criteria which can't be directly compared will contain an N/A.
An Identical model is exactly that. Performance characteristics will be identical and the only difference will be something trivial such as colour, which won't have an impact on performance.
These are models we haven't yet tested but that are available.
Included in this review
- Brand reliability score
- Brand satisfaction score
- Recommended
- ÐÓ°ÉÂÛ̳Expert Rating
- Cooking performance score
- Ease of use score
- Visibility rating
- Cooking vegetables score
- Defrosting mince meat score
- Defrosting a whole chicken score
- Reheating score
- Grilling score
- High temperature baking score
- Combination roasting score
- Combination baking pizza score
- Annual standby cost (40c/kWh)
- Annual running costs (40c/kWh)
- Good points
- Bad points
- Shop Ethical rating
- Warranty (years)
- Built-in
- Price
- Sensor cook
- Sensor reheat
- Auto cook
- Auto reheat
- Adjust time during cooking
- Quick boost start
- Inverter technology
- Number of power levels
- Delayed start or pre-set cooking
- Kitchen timer (standalone)
- Multi-stage cooking
- Child lock
- Microwave wattage (W)
- Claimed external dimensions (cm, H x W x D)
- Useable cavity dimensions (cm, H x W x D, measured)
- Useable shelf (turntable) diameter (cm)
- Usable volume (L)
- Country of origin
