For people who are extremely busy or just lacking the cooking gene, microwaves are often more essential than ovens. Most of the purposes they serve are simple – for example, heating TV dinners, cooking jacket potatoes, or defrosting chicken – so you don’t need to spend a great deal of money on a fancy model with obscure features. These cheap microwaves will more than adequately meet your needs.
The Whirlpool Max 25 Solo Microwave Oven, first off, doesn’t look like your average microwave. It looks like a cool retro mini television. Its rounded back will allow it to fit into small corners, yet it still has a standard-sized 28 cm turntable. Besides its space-saving design, it features a Jet Start, One Touch operation so there is no need to set the power level and time separately. Its 3D distribution system provides even heating throughout the cavity. It also features Jet Defrost, which defrosts seven times faster than a conventional microwave. Plus, there is an Auto Steam function for easy, healthy steaming of four different food types.
Another great microwave, which is even cheaper, is the Sharp R270SLM 20-Litre Solo. It features eight auto-cook menus, three express cook menus, and two express defrost functions. It has a 99-minute timer and 800 watts of power. It is a high-quality microwave for a great low price.
And then there is the Daewoo KOC9Q1TSL Combination Microwave Oven. In addition to microwave capabilities, it has a grill and convection oven and a substantial 28-litre capacity, so it can hold large dishes like casseroles and roasts. It boasts 900 watts of power and a stainless steel interior which uses a honeycomb design to ensure that food is cooked evenly and rapidly. Its 1300-watt grill ensures fast grilling and browning and a mighty 1950-watt convection oven for baking and roasting. There is even a warming function so that your food doesn’t go cold if it’s sitting and a steam cleaning function.
