A Built in Microwave Oven Combo Offers Convenience and Versatility

A built in microwave oven combo offers the best of both worlds by making your integrated microwave and oven into one unit. They can save space on your counters and give your kitchen a classy look.

These models have powerful broilers that cook evenly and their microwaves cook food quickly. They also come with a broad range of options for cooking various meals.

Size

Combining the convenience of a microwave oven and the flexibility of wall ovens and a built-in microwave and wall oven combo is an efficient solution for kitchens with a variety of styles. Explore our complete selection of combination microwaves and wall ovens to find the right fit for your home. Make sure to review the cutout specifications and installation guide for the model you select to ensure it works in your space. Our microwave & oven combinations include both black integrated microwave oven and oven models in a variety colors, styles and finishes that can be incorporated into any decor. Look for features such as simple and easy controls and a power cook function and a built-in self-cleaning feature to help you save time.

Convenience

A built in microwave oven combination can save space on your kitchen counters and add a sleek appearance to your kitchen. It can be used to cook leftovers, frozen food, and pre-packaged foods. It also eliminates the requirement for an additional countertop appliance or the bulky wall oven that is a stand-alone unit. If you're looking to improve your home without having to do major changes, a microwave and a convection oven is a great choice.

There are microwave ovens in a variety of styles to match your kitchen's decor. Some microwave oven combos feature doors that swing out right to left or drop-down designs that open the same way as traditional ovens. You can also find a black microwave oven built in oven combo with an open-type drawer that opens in the same way as an open cabinet. The microwave drawers are easy to reach and built in microwave oven combo are perfect for small spaces where you need to avoid taking up valuable counter space.

Combination microwaves are also equipped with various features that help you prepare your meals faster and more convenient. Certain models come with a sensor steam mode that alters the temperature and time of your food in order to ensure that 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 or bake food and make it crisp.

When selecting a microwave oven combination, you should think about how often you'll be using each function. If you'll be using the oven more than the micro, you might be better off buying an oven that doubles as a wall. A combo appliance has a smaller capacity than a standalone oven.

After you've chosen the right microwave and oven combo for your requirements, you need to think about the installation. Over-the-range models are installed over your stovetop or cooktop, and plug into a power outlet. Built-in microwaves are inserted on walls or cabinets in your kitchen. Certain models have trim kits that match your new microwave to your cabinets.

Energy Efficiency

Built-in microwave ovens are a great option for those with smaller kitchens in their home or apartment. They can reduce the amount of the space in cabinets that would be taken up by two separate appliances and they can also help reduce energy consumption. They are more energy efficient than traditional wall ovens and provide an efficient method to cook. They can also be used to cook food and warm meals. This means that there is less requirement for other appliances, such as toasters or warming plates.

When evaluating possible amendments to energy conservation standards, DOE conducts several analyses that include assessment of technology and market conditions, screening analysis, engineering analysis and a national impact analysis (NIA). In this SNOPR DOE will utilize its engineering analysis of microwave ovens to determine the level of efficiency improvement is possible for this product category.

DOE will evaluate the design of a microwave with 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 impacts on consumers, including the cost savings throughout the lifecycle and simple payback time (PBP). DOE will employ its Government Regulatory Impact Model with an adaptation for microwave ovens to calculate the industry's net present value ("NPV").

The impact of manufacturers will be assessed as well, and DOE will use a modified version of the Industry Cash Flow model adapted for this product type to estimate manufacturing NPV. Additionally, DOE will consider the potential impact on small business manufacturers and other subgroups of manufacturers to identify any that may be affected in a different way 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 measurement. The current test procedures only cover standby mode power consumption.

Design

Wall ovens rely on evenly circulating hot air while microwaves rely on waves to cause the water molecules in food to vibrate and produce heat. Combination wall units combine both appliances into one unit, which is ideal for securing space in the kitchen while providing a modern and sleek design. It is important to take into consideration your budget and goals before investing in a combination wall oven. Some of the ovens we evaluated have design or performance issues.