Looking for a friend.
Simple microwave, not too big, single user only.
Prefer reliable brands/models.
Looking for a bargain ;) or at least a good price.
Thoughts? Recommendations?
Basic Microwave Compact Reliable Recommendations
Sweet3st on 14/10/2022 - 15:51
Last edited 14/10/2022 - 15:52
Last edited 14/10/2022 - 15:52
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Been using cheap contempo microwave. Kmart would be similar too.
Just go with any homebrand microwave Target/Kmart/Big W all are decent enough Unless you really want to pay brand name tax, or require super fancy features
KMart.
Bought a Sharp R30A0W, can recommend
Only issue is that when it starts beeping (to let you know it’s finished), even if you open the door, it continues to beep
I got one from IKEA recently, very simple and basic and doesn't even have a clock, works okay but I am still holding onto the receipt just in case, 2-year guarantee
I have moved to a microwaveless household……changed my life - and that extra space you get where the microwave used to be - so valuable.
Either you have a tiny kitchen, or your microwave was enormous
My last Target Essentials microwave lasted more than 10 before I got rid of it because it was looking too shabby. Cost $60 iirc. Probably still cost about the same.
Thanks. Not sure he was keen on the home brand ones, I guess they’re all much the same under the hood.
Choice rates the Kmart Anko ones highly, for example they rated the $99 Anko as much better than a $399 SMEG in a head to head test.
Kmart was our second highest performer with an overall Best Brand score of 81%. Kmart's test scores were above average and the brand enjoys an excellent reliability score of 96%
Breville Diamond Wave. Totally worth the price. No moving plates and parts inside which makes cleaning quite easy. Have been using for a couple years and works well.
https://www.breville.com/au/en/products/microwaves/bmo525.ht…
My LG Neochef died after 3 years. Decided to just go with a 28L Kmart branded Anko. Has all the main features and only $109.
Pros: + Easy to use menu (single touch for 1-6 minutes).
Cons: - Have to press button a bit hard to open the door.