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 unit. They can free up counter space and give your kitchen a stylish look.
These models have powerful broilers that cook evenly and their microwaves cook food quickly. They offer a wide range of cooking options for different food items.
Size
Combining the convenience of a microwave oven and the flexibility of a wall oven with a built-in microwave and wall oven combination is an efficient solution for many kitchens. Explore our collection of combination wall ovens and microwaves to find the perfect solution for your home. Be sure to check the cutout specifications of your selected model and the installation guide to be sure it is suitable for your space. Our microwave and oven sets include both oven and microwave models in a variety designs, colors and styles that can be incorporated into any decor. Look for features such as easy and efficient controls as well as a power cook feature and a built-in self-cleaning feature to help you save time.
Convenience
A microwave oven with built-in features will free up space on your counters and make your kitchen appear more modern appearance. Since it functions as a microwave and traditional oven it can cook leftovers, frozen meals and pre-packaged meals all in one appliance. It can also eliminate the need for an additional countertop appliance or bulky stand-alone wall oven. A combination microwave oven could also be a good option when you are looking to improve your kitchen without undertaking any major remodeling projects.
There are microwave ovens that come in a variety of styles to match your kitchen decor. Some have a right-to-left swing-out door, whereas others have a drop-down design that opens the same way as an oven that is traditional. There is also microwave ovens that have a drawer style that opens in the same way as an open cabinet. The microwave drawers can be easily reached and are great for small spaces.
ovens with built in microwave come with various features that aid in meal preparation and more efficient. Some models have a sensor steam mode that alters the temperature and time of your food automatically to ensure you get perfectly steamed vegetables and fish. Other features include a broil feature that lets you quickly melt cheese or cook your favorite food, as well as Crispwave(tm) technology that allows you to grill, bake and crisp foods.
Think about how often you'll make use of each feature when choosing a microwave-oven combination. If you'll use the oven portion of your combo more than the microwave, you might prefer an oven with two walls instead. A combo oven has less capacity than a standalone oven.
Once you've decided on a microwave and oven combo to meet your needs, consider 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 cabinets or walls of your kitchen. Certain models include trim kits to match your new microwave to your cabinets.
Energy Efficiency
A built in microwave oven combination can be an ideal space-saving solution for those who have smaller kitchens, regardless of whether they live in a home or apartment. They can save on cabinet space that would otherwise be taken up by two separate appliances, and they can also help to reduce energy usage. They typically offer the most efficient cooking method than traditional wall ovens, because they use less energy. In addition, they can be used to cook hot and cold dishes, eliminating the requirement for additional appliances such as toasters or warming plates.
When evaluating potential amended energy conservation standards, DOE conducts several analyses, including assessment of technology and market conditions screening analysis, engineering analysis and national impacts analysis (NIA). In this SNOPR, DOE will draw on its existing engineering analysis on microwave ovens to determine what degree of efficiency improvements are feasible for this particular product.
In the engineering analysis, DOE will compare the design parameters of a microwave to an energy performance set of 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 NIA, DOE will assess the impact on consumers, such as the lifecycle cost savings, and simple payback period (PBP). DOE will utilize its Government Regulatory Impact Model with an adaptation for microwave ovens to calculate the industry's net present value ("NPV").
built in single oven and microwave packages will be evaluated also and DOE will employ an updated version of its Industry Cash Flow model adapted to this particular product type to calculate the manufacturing NPV. In addition, DOE will consider the potential impacts on small business manufacturers and other subgroups of manufacturers to identify any that may be disproportionally affected by these proposals.
Additionally, DOE will consider whether the test procedures for microwave ovens need to be updated to include active mode energy use and an active mode energy use measure. At present, the test procedures only provide standby mode power usage.
Design
Wall ovens rely on the circulating of hot air while microwaves make use of waves to cause the water molecules in food to vibrate and produce heat. Combination wall units blend these two appliances into one unit, reducing space in the kitchen while providing a modern and sleek design. 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.