Roskachestvo experts examined 59 models of microwave ovens from 16 popular brands and found out which microwave ovens deserve to be called the best in 2020.
We present you the top 10 highest quality models of microwave ovens according to Roskachestvo.
10. Miele M 6012 SC EDST
- Volume 26 l
- 17 automatic programs
- Rotary switches
- Plate diameter up to 32 cm
- 7 power steps: 80/150/300/450/600/750/900 W
- Quartz grill, grill power: 800 W
Our selection of the best microwave ovens of 2020 opens with a stylish and large model with a grill function and touch controls. It has manual and automatic defrosting, which happens very quickly, and the food heats up evenly and does not dry out.
It is easy to operate this microwave oven, the door opens softly and smoothly, and 53.23% of the consumed energy is converted into heat, which is a very good result for a microwave oven.
The experts of Roskachestvo did not like the inconvenient stand, because of which it is not very convenient to get ready meals, as well as the grill grate too high. There were no more compelling comments, so this model can be safely recommended to those who appreciate high-quality kitchen appliances with many functions. Note that Miele - Most Trusted Home Appliance Brand of 2020.
pros: quiet, spacious, solid assembly, heats food quickly and evenly.
Minuses: inconvenient position of the grill rack, unstable stand.
9.Samsung MC28M6055CK
- volume 28 l
- power 900 W
- convection
- inner chamber lining: bioceramic enamel
- push-button, rotary tact switches
- display
- microwave uniform distribution system
- child protection
This model is worth paying attention to those who are looking for not just a microwave oven, but a kind of multi-combine, which has a grill and can work as a convection oven, and will help to prepare yogurt, and even dough.
The manufacturer has equipped the MC28M6055CK with a variety of cooking programs (there are 39 in total), as well as the useful Slim Fry function, which makes the crust crispy. Another function - Hot Blast - speeds up the heating of food.
pros: large volume, uniform heating of food, there is manual and automatic defrosting.
Minuses: awkward doorknob.
8. Siemens BE634LGS1
- volume 21 l
- power 900 W
- grill
- inner chamber lining: stainless steel steel
- without turntable
- display
- inverter power control
Not the cheapest microwave oven presented in the 2020 ranking, but its high price is due to its rich functionality.
There are not only child protection and touch switches traditional for most models, but also 4 auto-cooking recipes, the ability to enter 2 of your recipes into memory and the presence of a combined "microwave plus grill" mode. By the way, the grill is quartz.
And for defrosting food, there are three modes at once. During testing, the specialists of Roskachestvo did not reveal any serious flaws in Siemens BE634LGS1. But we did find a couple of shortcomings, about them - just below.
pros: even large plates will fit, a quality grill, uniform heating and defrosting.
Minuses: the display is at the bottom, so it is not very convenient to look at it, if the microwave oven is not connected to the mains, then the door cannot be opened.
7.Samsung MG23J5133AM
- volume 23 l
- power 800 W
- grill
- touch switches
- display
- microwave uniform distribution system
This cute microwave oven has everything you need to work in a large family: childproof lock, touch control, infrared grill function, camera light and quick defrost.
Chicken cooked in Samsung MG23J5133AM turns out rosy and juicy, and the food heats up evenly and quickly. In general, this microwave oven has one of the best value for money on the Russian market.
pros: Microwave uniform distribution system, energy-saving mode, no noise during operation.
Minuses: easily soiled surface.
6. Ikea Smaksak
- Microwave oven
- Built-in
- Grill
- Touch control
- Child lock
This solid appearance and volume (50 liters) oven with microwave function can perform several tasks. He will keep the food moist with the help of the "direct steam" function, and evenly bake baked goods on two levels at the same time, and gently defrost the food without heating.
Another useful feature of this model is the pyrolytic cleaning function, designed to remove grease and easily clean the inside of the oven. However, it does not work perfectly, experts from Roskachestvo discovered several stubborn stains that “did not give in” to pyrolytic cleaning and needed to be removed manually.
pros: large, quiet, fast heating model with many functions.
Minuses: Pyrolytic cleaning does not remove stubborn dirt.
5. Miele H 7640 BM
- Touch control MTouch S
- Oven volume 38 l
- 3 levels of trays
- Diverse modes and automatic programs including "Convection +", "Automatic roasting", "Popcorn"
- Crisp function for crispy crust
Miele products are famous for 2 things: high price and high quality. And this model is no exception. At its impressive value, it offers a large oven volume, lighting, many modes and 20 personalized cooking programs.
The results of heating the frozen food pleased the experts of Roskachestvo, but the testing of the grill was disappointing, since the uniformity of roasting the chicken and the crust left much to be desired.
pros: quiet operation, ease of use, high energy efficiency.
Minuses: Heats food for a long time, not the best grill.
4. Bosch BER634GS1
- volume 21 l
- power 900 W
- grill
- inner chamber lining: stainless steel steel
- touch switches
- display
This built-in microwave oven has childproof protection, unlike the third best microwave oven of 2020. It is spacious enough and suitable for cooking for a large family. It can be used as both a convection oven and an electric grill. The food heats up evenly and very quickly.
Please note that you can open the door of this microwave oven only when the microwave oven is connected to the mains.
pros: 5 power levels, convenient touch control, 7 automatic cooking programs, spacious, good grill.
Minuses: noisy during operation, the grill rack is high.
3. Hotpoint-Ariston MWHA 101 SB
- volume 20 l
- power 700 W
- inner chamber lining: enamel
- rotary mechanical switches
If you need an inexpensive and good microwave, take a look at this model. It defrosts food quickly and efficiently, is very quiet and has several cooking programs.
The camera has a bright backlight, and the door is opened using a button. Unfortunately, this model does not have child protection to prevent accidental opening of the door.
pros: there is a 30-minute timer, high energy efficiency (61.67% of the consumed energy is converted into heat).
Minuses: no grill function, heats food for a long time and warms up the water in the bottle.
2. Miele H 7440 BMX
- ArtLine design: handleless design and easy door opening Touch2Open
- DirectSensor touch control
- Oven volume 38 l
- 3 levels of trays
- Diverse modes and automatic programs including "Convection +", "Automatic roasting", "Popcorn"
- 20 personal programs
Three-in-one oven: with microwave, oven and grill function. It defrosts food very quickly, allows them to bake well, and at the same time does not get an overdried base.
Illumination and good visibility through the glass will give you better control over the cooking process. The Miele H 7440 BMX is very quiet and will not disturb even the sensitive sleep of a small child, elderly person or pet.
pros: simple and detailed instructions, good energy consumption and performance.
Minuses: not very fast heating.
1. Miele H 7440 BM
- DirectSensor touch control
- Oven volume 38 l
- 3 levels of trays
- Diverse modes and automatic programs including "Convection +", "Automatic roasting", "Popcorn"
- 20 personal programs
- Microwave with electronic control from 80 to 1000 V
This is not just a microwave oven, but an oven with a microwave function. It is very easy to use, you can open and close the cabinet door effortlessly, and there is a bright lighting inside it.
Experts of Roskachestvo liked how quickly Miele H 7440 BM defrosts minced meat, and they were pleased with the results of cooking frozen food, it was baked well and was not overdried.
However, it was not without quibbles - the process of heating food for this model takes more time than for competitors tested by Roskachestvo.
pros: ease of use, good energy consumption (56.34% of consumed electricity is converted to heat), quiet operation.
Minuses: slow heating.