Microwaves

Independent and trusted reviews, tests and buying guides for microwave ovens.

Microwaves review

A flatbed microwave is convenient but it's those with the turntables that still dominate the list.

19 Dec 2011 | We review 27 microwaves priced from $109 to $490 to find out which models perform the best, and are the easiest to use.

Compact microwaves review

CHOICE finds out which small microwaves are big on performance.

13 Dec 2009 | A good compact microwave is all you need for basic tasks such as defrosting and heating.

Mid-sized microwave reviews

More microwaves now feature sensor programs. CHOICE assesses how well they work.

9 Apr 2009 | In microwaves, sensor programs work by measuring the amount of vapour emitted during cooking to control the cooking time and power level.

Microwave oven reviews

Serious cooking can be done using a combi microwave — but only in small batches.

22 May 2008 | If you’re looking to replace an old faithful with one that can do more, a combination microwave would be a great addition to your main oven

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