I've had the KitchenAid KMQFX33910 for a year or so now and have used it a lot, but there are still functions buried in there that I've yet to try. Softening chocolate, for instance, or defrosting fish – it has a programme specifically for that. It's probably the best microwave you can buy, but to be fair, that is because it is far more than a microwave. With a grill and fan heater built in, it's a true combi oven. Oh, noise levels. When cooking the KMQFX33910 is fairly noisy. The rather basic turntable mount that I mentioned earlier, unsurprisingly, makes a fair amount of sound as it judders around, and there are the usual 'DNNNNNNG'-style cooking noises you'd expect from a free-standing microwave/combi oven. Although we then thought we shouldn’t just look at all KitchenAid products, instead we should be looking at only their products that fall within the Microwaves category. Average price of KitchenAid Microwaves Always had trouble with your dough? Fear not, as the appliance loves nothing more than helping you out thanks to an excellent Dough Rising function. Topping it all off is the Precision Bake feature, which ensures optimal cooking temperatures and no nasty uneven hotspots that normally help to cremate fragile sponges.

KitchenAid KMQFX33910 33 Litre Combination Microwave Oven

Material is another great specification to help you determine if a product is likely to be good quality and durable. We then wanted to look to see how that compared to other products in the Microwaves category. The average review score of all Microwaves is 4.7 / 5. The KitchenAid 2.1L Food Processor offers unrivalled power and sharp knife skills… here’s T3’s full review It’s also useful to know how KitchenAid KMQFX33910 33 Litre Combination Microwave Oven stands up against other products from KitchenAid. The average review score of products from KitchenAid over at AO.com is 4.8 out of 5.As you can see, this is a pretty handsome fella, at least so far as microwaves go. The handle and knob are both large – the handle is HUGE – tactile and eminently grab-able. The internal cavity is large for a microwave at 22 x 39.5 x 37 cm (H x W x D) – that's 33 litres in all. The overall machine is not too enormous at 37 x 49 x 54 cm (H x W x D). Admittedly that's a fair old chunk of worktop space. The Sage’s intuitive interface couldn’t be more self-explanatory. Simply select one of the unit’s three Smart keys (cook/grill, reheat, defrost) and up pops a selection of tried-and-tested heating options covering a wide variety of different foods. I think that covers everything. As you can see, the KMQFX33910 does a lot, and does most of it well. The other problem is more… problematic. The plastic turntable that supports the main cooking plate is ridiculously flimsy. This is rather unforgivable, considering it's one of the most important elements of a microwave oven. Almost the very first time I cleaned it, one of its little wheels came off in my hand, while another one went wobbly.

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Forced air cooking. AKA a convection fan oven. This works well, and is very handy for doing roast spuds when your main oven is already full of meat, and/or is running on a lower temperature than is needed for potatoes. It does a surprisingly long time to preheat however, so you need to factor that into your cooking. It also allows you to make all your kitchen favourites speedily and easily. The unique crisp plate heats up food within minutes, creating the perfect conditions for airfrying food with less oil. This means you can prepare healthier versions of pan-fried pizzas, fries, cutlets and samosas. If you’re after a small, ridiculously easy-to-use standalone microwave that doesn’t cost much and comes with a good brand name attached, then make this an early port of call. How to choose the best microwave for you If you're shorter on space, move straight on to one of Panasonic's superb range of microwaves. If you're shorter on cash, Daewoo has some excellent and surprisingly stylish options for the cash-strapped. This simply-styled 26-litre table-top model combines microwaves with a quartz grill for browning and it’s a breeze to use: just select the power output (from 80 to 900 watts) and the required cooking time and hit the start button.Stays in top condition with easy-to-clean stainless steel surfaces and solid, durable and professional design.