What does a solo microwave oven mean? What is a solo microwave oven: characteristics, models, reviews

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Modern home appliance stores offer a large selection of microwave ovens. Because of this, it is sometimes difficult for the buyer to navigate and choose the right option.

Well-known manufacturers, including LG, Samsung and Rolsen, are constantly releasing new models of equipment. Many include grill and convection functions, but the main one is considered to be microwave radiation. It is important that the microwave oven includes basic functions.

Engineers and marketers create many functions in technology so that the buyer has a large choice. Microwave ovens also have a huge range of functions, thanks to which the life of a modern person becomes even more comfortable.

Despite the huge variety of products, the solo microwave oven is still considered a classic. Its functions include only microwave radiation. They do not have grill or convection. But even this technique is available in various versions.

Important selection criteria

The main indicator of furnaces is power. Usually it is 600-1450 W. The speed of work is affected by the power of the equipment. But a low-power microwave will help you save on electricity.

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Control

The solo microwave oven has different controls. Mechanically controlled equipment is considered an economical option. It operates on the basis of two levers: the first sets the time, the other sets the power.

Typically, these ovens do not have a display. The equipment has LED indication. There are models with a touch or push-button control system. They are equipped with a display and an automatic cooking program.

Should I go solo?

Before purchasing, you need to immediately decide whether grill and convection functions are needed. A microwave oven in this case will cost more, but this expands the possibilities. For example, convection can serve as an oven. And with the help of the grill you get delicious dishes.

If you plan to use equipment for heating, then you won’t find a better oven. It also performs the function of defrosting and preparing semi-finished products. Why pay extra for unnecessary features? A solo microwave oven will help you save a lot of money.

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In the assortment of online stores you will find more than one solo microwave oven. How do they differ from other microwave ovens? Can you cook in it or just heat it up? In this article we will look at all the intricacies of this type of technology.

Briefly: this oven operates only on microwaves, has low power and is intended mainly for heating ready-made dishes.

Solo microwave: what is it?

The technology on which the microwave oven was created was discovered by accident while conducting research in a completely different area. Is it based on the developments of the US military back in the 20th century? Not much time passed from experimental designs to serial production, and the demand for microwave ovens appeared instantly.

Progress has rapidly swept this industry, so in microwave ovens, developers have increased the power, reduced their size on the outside and expanded the volume inside. Later, mechanical control was replaced by electronic control, and not so long ago touch control appeared. Manufacturers began to build in fans and heating elements for convection and grilling, and offer steamers, bread makers and other options.

So what is a “solo” microwave? These are the simplest units that are not designed to perform additional tasks. Power ranges from 500 to 1500 W. The mysterious word “solo” only means that the oven operates only using microwave radiation.

Such stoves are the ancestors of modern multifunctional devices. They are still in demand, since some buyers do not need technically complex microwaves at all; they buy them for heating and defrosting food.

The solo oven can only cook foods that are labeled as such. Other products can only be heated.

Under the influence of microwaves, food is cooked in its own juice, so it does not burn, fry, or bake, but simply heats up to the temperature specified by the user.

What is the advantage of a solo microwave oven? Its design is simple, which ensures reliability and long service life. A stove from a trusted brand will last as expected and even longer (if you follow the rules from the user manual).

Check out the types and features you should look for when purchasing.

Criterias of choice

What should a buyer worry about when choosing an electrical appliance?

Dimensions

The principle of operation is the same for all stoves, so the first thing the user pays attention to is the design and dimensions of the body. Ease of transportation is important to some - compact designs are suitable for them.

Fact! Please note: the smaller the device, the lower its power.

Price

The golden rule of the Russian buyer: what is cheaper is better. But if, when choosing a simple stove, you want to get modern functionality and convenient switches, take options with touch controls. They can heat and defrost in different modes, and among the additional options:

• timer,
• delayed start function,
• automatic shutdown sensor,
• LED lighting inside the camera, etc.

Brand

It's difficult to say which company is better. On the market you can find a solo model from almost any manufacturer: Midea, Gorenje, Shivaki, Panasonic, Sharp, Vitek, Supra and others.

Brands that have been on the market for decades and are well known to consumers charge more for their products than less well-known companies. At the same time, a well-known brand does not always act as a guarantor of quality. Please note: European companies often have factories located in the vast expanses of China.

The other side of the coin: Bosch or Elgie equipment is easier to take to a service center for repairs than a little-known analogue. A nice bonus of buying equipment that is not from the top echelon is that the price will be an order of magnitude lower for the same functionality that Bosch or Siemens will offer you.

Options

You already know about the functions: heating, defrosting, melting cheese or chocolate, crispy crust on a ready-made dish, etc. They are chosen according to their own preferences. Therefore, pay attention to the power parameters. The higher it is, the more capabilities the oven has: it copes with tasks faster, but consumes more electricity.

On a note! Are you planning to defrost large pieces of meat or fish? Or will you be heating up impressive portions? Equipment with a large chamber is suitable so that there are no problems with loading.

Ease of Management

Don't like newfangled touch buttons, do you prefer regular wheels for switching modes? Such devices are especially suitable for older people and those who are not interested in the wide functionality of the device.

Energy efficiency

Modern devices are no longer produced with an energy consumption class lower than B+. But when purchasing, focus on equipment of classes A, A+ or A++ (the latter option is the most profitable).

Class A++ devices are equipped with built-in protection against power surges.

Advantages and disadvantages

Such designs have pros and cons. Let's start with the good:

• Budgeting.
• Easy to care for, keep clean and use.
• They serve for a long time.
• Modest size (compared to multifunctional devices).
• Fast program execution.

• Few features and options.
• Experts' version: products from a microwave oven lose their benefits due to the processing method.
• There are practically no models with an automated heating process (you need to make sure that the food does not overheat).

Review of popular models

Let’s take into consideration popular options for stoves from different brands: both little-known ones and those that are well-known.

Horizont 20MW700-1378B

The volume of the Belarusian microwave oven is 20 liters, dimensions in width, depth and height: 45.5x26x33.5 cm. The tray is 24.5 cm in diameter. The chamber inside is covered with enamel. Product weight - 10.6 kg.

Radiation power - 0.7 kW. There are 5 levels of regulation in total. Management - mechanics. Rotary switches, 35 minute timer. The functionality is complemented by a defrosting mode. The camera has a backlight, and there is also a sound notification at the end of the program. The door opens using a button - there is no need to pull the entire structure behind you. The design is laconic, white color.

Sold for 2800 rubles.

User reviews

Alina, Surgut

My colleagues and I bought it to heat lunches at the office, so the brand didn’t really matter - as long as it kept it warm. We were very pleased: no plastic smell, all modes are fast, no glitches.

Tatyana, Nizhnevartovsk

Wonderful quality. Such a working device for little money, I'm happy! We bought it for heating breakfasts and sandwiches so that guests could quickly whip up something. No unnecessary functions, everything is simple and tasteful. It heats up quickly, there is almost no noise, it is convenient to open by pressing a button. Now I know what the “solo” type means, otherwise there were a lot of questions for the store consultant who initially wanted to sell us an oven with convection and grill, but we don’t need all this.

Samsung ME713KR

The oven is designed for 20 liters. Dimensions: 48.9x27.5x35.4 cm. Chamber coating - bioceramics. The weight of the structure is 11.5 kg. Power - 800 W.

The panel has rotary mechanical switches. There is also a timer for 35 minutes. There is a defrosting mode. Feature: uniform microwave distribution system. The camera is equipped with a backlight. There is an alert signal when work is completed.

Button to open the door. The body is made in classic white color.

The cost, according to YandexMarket, at the end of 2017 starts from 4,160 rubles.

Buyers' opinion

Sofia, Kursk

I didn’t immediately understand what it meantSOLO. But then I read on the Internet that this was supposedly a microwave without all the bells and whistles, which is exactly what my grandmother needed. Great design, not fussy and simple. The levers turn easily. Malaysian assembly. But there are also shortcomings: the cord is short and the light in the camera is not very bright (my grandmother complains that it’s hard to see) or it’s because the tint is too dark. It copes well with warming up - it’s a budget variation without any frills.

Sergey, Orel

A simple thing - both the first-grader son figured it out, and the pensioner mother-in-law pulled the controls. Previously, the oven was more expensive, so we had to explain to everyone how to use the sensor, so we freaked out and bought the simplest Samsung microwave when moving. I don’t regret spending a few thousand for a minute. We've been using it for three years: not a single failure, glitch or breakdown..

LG MS-2044V

An elegant model in a silver case, designed for 20 liters. The freestanding microwave oven has different dimensions: 45.5x28.4x35.3 cm (WxDxH). Turntable with a diameter of 24.5 cm. The chamber is covered with enamel. Weighs 12 kg. Power - 800 W.

It is equipped with electronic controls and has a display on the user panel. Touch buttons make it easy to use. There is a defrosting function and auto-cooking (32 recipes). You will also find auto defrost (4 modes) and an express defrost function.

The Elgie stove is equipped with a system for uniform wave distribution. The camera is equipped with a backlight. Additionally, you can block the device from interference by children. The door opening mechanism is a button. Estimated at 5,140 rubles.

A microwave comes to the rescue when you need to cook or heat up food as quickly as possible. But at the same time, few people know that there are different types of them, for example solo, and which one is in their kitchen.

On the modern market you can find three main categories of equipment: regular, with a grill, and with a wide range of functions.

Regular

Regular solo microwave oven. It uses only microwave radiation in its work and is most suitable for heating food.

With grill

Devices additionally equipped with a grill function.

With other features

Ovens that imply the functions of frequency waves, grilling, convection.

The first type is with the basic configuration. Most often found in the kitchen. You won’t be able to cook or bake anything complicated in it, but it copes with heating and defrosting perfectly well. Therefore, she does not lose her popularity.

Despite its low performance, this microwave oven is a good substitute for an oven.

Control system

Can be divided into two types:

1. Mechanical. Used with buttons or switches. Usually two round knobs are installed: to select the mode and time.
2. Electronic. It has touch screens or simply electronic buttons on the control panel.

Principle of operation

These basic solo microwaves are equipped with a standard structure. The main element magneton ensures the production of high-frequency radiation of electromagnetic waves.

Under their influence, food molecules begin to move. Accordingly, a friction effect is created and the food begins to heat up. But since the simple movement of particles cannot fry or bake food, all that happens at this time is its cooking in its own juices.

This principle is suitable, for example, for cooking vegetables or simple cereals and, of course, for heating ready-made dishes or for defrosting food. By putting potatoes there, for example, you can end up with well-cooked soft tubers, but you shouldn’t expect a golden, crispy crust.

To ensure even heating, all microwave ovens are equipped with a base with a rotating mechanism.

Advantages and disadvantages

Among the advantages:

• Affordable price. Can be found for less than 2000 rubles. Therefore, this type is available to almost everyone.
• Simplicity. Minimum settings. Sometimes you can find only one thing - choosing the power level.
• Compactness. This type does not have many functions, so it is easy to find a place in the kitchen.

Flaws:

• Low power.
• Compared to other categories of microwave ovens. In microwaves with a grill, the power is 2800 W, in solo microwaves - 1500 W.
• This determines the speed of work. But such power is enough for heating or defrosting: a few minutes, and sometimes seconds, will be enough.
• Few opportunities.
• Uses only microwave radiation for heating.

The power parameter has disadvantages, but it’s worth looking at it from the other side: the less it is, the less energy is consumed.

How to care

This oven does not require special care. May become dirty due to condensation and food debris that may fly away during heating. But it is enough to wipe the inner walls with a damp cloth and wipe dry with another.

Use cleaning agents for this once a week.

Use a special food cap - all the fat will settle on it. It is much easier to wash it in the sink than to scrub the walls of the oven.

Criterias of choice

When choosing a solo stove, the buyer should pay attention to power, energy consumption class, functions, control method, size and volume, and especially to the manufacturer.

Power

If you often need to defrost food or cook vegetables in the microwave, it is better not to skimp and choose a device with the highest rating.

Energy class

Ideal - A++. In this case, you don’t have to worry about the condition of the device in the event of possible voltage surges.

Functionality

You shouldn’t expect anything complicated from a small stove. But it has functions such as a timer, auto-shutdown, defrost modes, backlight, etc., and many will need them.

Control method

Mechanical or electronic - depends only on the preference of the buyer. But modern models are equipped with a touch screen.

Dimensions and volume

The standard volume inside is 20–25 liters. You need more, try and find such models.

Brand

Equipment from little-known brands is not always inferior in quality to products from market giants. You can buy an affordable model, despite the little-known brand.

Sales consultants or reviews on hardware store websites can help you choose.

Best models

LG MS-2043HS

Modern, laconic design and convenient electronic control display. Volume - 20 l, power - 700 W.

Advantages:

• 4 defrosting modes and 32 cooking recipes;
• convenient control;
• microwave uniform distribution system;
• protection from children.

Flaws:

• non-rubber feet.

Average price - 7000 rubles.

Midea MM720CMF

Not a bad model for a low price. Volume - 20 l, power - 700 W. There are 2 rotary switches on the control panel.

Advantages:

• unusual appearance;
• simple controls;
• 5 power modes.

Flaws:

• requires daily care.

Average price - 4500–5000 rubles.

Mystery MMW-1706

A good model in its price category. Simple design, mechanical control. Compact. Volume - 17 liters, enough for a small family.

Advantages:

• affordable price;
• 5 power levels;
• timer.

Flaws:

• long warm-up.

Average price - 3000 rubles.

Despite their simplicity, popular models of solo microwave ovens are in demand even more than devices with a bunch of functions. It is useful both for a mother with many children and for a single student.

Microwave or ultra-high frequency (microwave) ovens have long been a part of every family’s life, allowing them to save time. Microwave waves do not destroy the structure of biological molecules and very quickly heat up any product. Microwave:

• quite compact,
• easy to operate,
• preserves the nutritional value of foods,
• cooks quickly.

Using a microwave you can heat, stew, bake and defrost food. Some models also allow you to cook fried foods.

Our advice will help you understand the intricacies of this device and get acquainted with the rating of microwave ovens 2018-2019.

Based on functionality, there are the following microwave ovens:

1. Solo oven. It is not expensive and runs a small range of programs. Basically, this is heating, baking, stewing and defrosting. The speed of this device is moderate, but sufficient for a small family.
2. Microwave plus grill. This miracle stove can cook grilled chicken and other similar delicacies.
3. Grill and air convection: A fan is added to the grill to distribute hot air inside the chamber. This microwave oven perfectly stews meat and bakes excellent pies.
4. Inverter microwave oven. This device is equipped with an additional heating regulator.

The microwave oven is controlled using:

• electromechanics;
• buttons;
• touch buttons with indicators.

A mechanical microwave oven does not have an electronic display and is controlled by handles. It saves money on purchases, is quite reliable, but does not have the same accuracy as electronics.

Push-button control is connected to electronics, allows programming, and makes the stove look impressive.

A touch microwave is the most modern and has a beautiful design, but you need to know how to handle it. Such microwaves are more expensive and easier to clean. Today, most buyers prefer this type.

Manufacturers offer built-in and free-standing microwave ovens.

It is worth focusing on devices equipped with a grill. Modern models of microwave ovens are usually equipped with a heating element, quartz, or ceramic grill.

• Quartz grill It is easy to clean and heats up quickly. Microwaves with such a grill consume relatively little electricity, since its power is not high.
• Heater grill It is more difficult to clean, but heats the food more intensely. Often such a grill can be moved by changing its position in the cooking chamber. Sometimes there are two such grills in the microwave. A heating element grill cooks food faster than a quartz grill.
• Ceramic heating element- the most powerful of all named. It uses infrared radiation, so it cooks quickly. In addition, a microwave with a ceramic grill helps retain moisture in food.

How to choose a suitable microwave?

When choosing a microwave, you should start by choosing its external size and volume.

First, think about where to place your purchase. And what volume do you need:

• If you are buying a microwave for yourself and your cat, a model with a capacity of up to 15 liters is quite suitable for you.
• Two people are usually content with a microwave oven with a capacity of 15 to 20 liters. Even a saucepan will fit in it.
• A housewife cooking for four will be happy with a microwave oven with a capacity of 20 to 30 liters.
• For large families, manufacturers have microwave ovens with a capacity of up to 40 liters!

Wattage is the second most important variable when choosing a microwave. Experts recommend stoves with a power of up to 600 W. Such an oven does not overload the network and retains enough moisture in the products. However, it also cooks more slowly than a more powerful appliance. The choice is yours. Of course, here you should pay attention to what volume of the chamber is affected by this power (W per volume in cubic meters).

A set of functions of modern microwave ovens

It may happen that you spend money on a model with a grill, but only use the microwave to warm up sandwiches. Or vice versa: guests have arrived, but you can’t cook grilled chicken in this stove. Therefore, immediately decide what you will require from your stove. A microwave oven with grill plus a convection system will not only defrost the fish, but fry it. She will also bake a rosy pie.

The following equipment may be sold complete with a microwave:

• multi-level grill (allows you to cook two dishes at the same time);
• frying disk (a device that heats up to 200 degrees and works like a frying pan);
• spit or grill grate;
• disk for steaming dishes.

A timer with sound alert and a child lock will also be useful.

When choosing a microwave model, pay attention to the material of the inner chamber. Coverage can be:

• stainless steel,
• ceramics / with enamel,
• bioceramics.

Stainless steel is simple and reliable. Ceramic is modern, but delicate to clean. Bioceramics – ceramics with an antibacterial coating.

We believe that you have already imagined your future microwave oven in your imagination, so we ask you to familiarize yourself with the best microwave ovens of 2018-2019!

5th place: GORENJE MO20MW (RUB 3,849)

The GORENJE MO20MW microwave oven for RUB 3,849 came in 5th place according to customer reviews.

• The model is equipped with backlight, end of cooking signal and timer.
• Chamber volume – 20 l,
• Microwave power – 700 W,
• The door opens with a button
• Camera coating – enamel,
• Weight – 10.5 kg,
• Height – 26.2 cm,
• Width – 45.2 cm,
• Depth – 36.2 cm.

The advantages of the GORENJE MO20MW microwave oven include:

• low cost,
• ready sound signal,
• ease of control.

The disadvantages of the model are:

• overheat.

4th place: Electrolux EMM20000OK (9990 RUR)

4th place in the list of consumer preferences is occupied by the Electrolux EMM20000OK solo microwave oven model for 9990 rubles.

This stove has a beautiful Rococo design. Good with five power levels and convenient switches. The timer can be set for half an hour, and the degree of readiness can be checked using the camera light.

• Control type – mechanical,
• Chamber volume – 20 l,
• Microwave power – 700 W,
• The door opens with a handle,
• Camera coating – enamel,
• Weight – 10.5 kg,
• Height – 26.2 cm,
• Width – 45.2 cm,
• Depth – 35.8 cm.

Advantages of the Electrolux EMM20000OK model:

• high quality cooking,
• convenient and easy to wash,
• design,
• 5 work programs,
• compactness.

Disadvantages of the model:

• no “keep warm” mode
• expensive, given the limited functionality,
• no recipe book.

3rd place: Samsung MC28H5013AK (RUB 9,990)

This oven is equipped with a powerful heating element grill with a grate, which significantly expands the range of dishes that can be cooked. The model also attracts attention with its fermentation mode for yoghurts and dough. 24 auto programs include traditional Russian cuisine. The developers have equipped the camera with a bioceramic coating, which will help keep the device clean. The coating has low thermal conductivity and increases the cooking speed. The timer can be set to 99 minutes.

• Control type – touch,
• Chamber volume – 28 l,
• Microwave power – 900 W,
• The door opens with a handle,
• Chamber coating – bioceramics,
• Weight – 17.5 kg,
• Height – 31 cm,
• Width – 52 cm,
• Depth – 48 cm,
• Odor removal mode
• Yogurt mode
• Grill + convection mode,
• 6 defrosting modes.

Advantages of the Samsung MC28H5013AK microwave oven:

• design,
• excellent set of functions,
• good assembly,
• ease of control,
• uniform baking,
• speed of work,
• presence of a book with recipes,
• odor removal,
• protection from children.

Flaws:

• overpriced,
• Sometimes in the “convection” mode the grill turns on automatically; you need to set the time and power correctly.

2nd place: solo microwave Bork W702 (RUB 29,990)

The Sensor IQ technology that this model is equipped with will allow you to heat a dish to a certain temperature without manually adjusting the power. Smart sensors will do it for you! The defrosting mode of the model is also special and is automatically adjusted. The quick cooking function is another automatic find for the housewife. All she has to do is choose a dish. The control panel is user-locked to prevent children from pressing the buttons. The model has 13 automatic programs and a built-in clock.

• Control type – electronic/touch,
• Chamber – 34 l,
• Microwave power – 1100 W,
• The door opens with a handle,
• Chamber coating – stainless steel. Steel,
• Weight – 16.15 kg,
• Height – 31 cm,
• Width – 51.9 cm,
• Depth – 41.8 cm,
• 5 defrosting modes.

Pros of the Bork W702 model:

• power,
• camera cover,
• ease of use,
• design,
• white backlit buttons,
• comfortable handle,
• three sound signal volume levels,
• excellent touch system,
• multifunctional,
• big camera,
• the dish heats up evenly.

Cons (according to user reviews):

• high price,
• menu in English.

1st place: LG MW23R35GIH (from RUB 9,490)

The main advantage of the model is the Smart Inverter inverter magnetron, which ensures uniform heating and defrosting of food. The manufacturer claims that this part will consistently serve for at least 10 years. The oven is equipped with many basic and additional modes, including frying, baking, and making yogurt.

LG MW23R35GIH is easy to control, has good backlighting, sound notification and child lock. The easy-to-clean EasyClean coating prevents the camera from scratches and grease sticking to its walls, and also has antibacterial properties.

• Control type – electronic, touch,
• Chamber – 23 l,
• Microwave power – 1000 W,
• The door opens with a handle,
• Camera coating – LG EasyClean bioceramic enamel,
• Weight – 9.4 kg,
• Height – 27.2 cm,
• Width – 47.6 cm,
• Depth – 34.6 cm,
• Sound signal,
• Backlight.

Advantages of the LG MW23R35GIH microwave oven:

• number of modes;
• powerful;
• convenient touch control;
• high quality defrosting;
• does not overheat;
• uniform heating;
• good chamber depth;
• light;
• design;
• a reminder about the modes on the case;
• key lock;
• cleans well.

Buyers note the following disadvantages of this model:

• price;
• no convection;
• no grill;
• low information content of the display;
• The sound cannot be turned off.

Microwave oven Samsung GE88SUB (RUB 8,160)

The new 2019 product, released by one of the market leaders - Samsung, has a power of 800 W with an optimal camera size of 23 liters.

As befits the brainchild of such a renowned manufacturer, the oven has electronic control and a number of pleasant additions to the basic functionality. For example, the upper grill expands the capabilities of the stove and allows you to distribute microwaves evenly, the chamber lighting helps to monitor the readiness of dishes, and a sound signal notifies the hostess about the completion of cooking.

Button control is rather a plus of this model, since some users of other similar devices complain about touch control.

This model may surprise you with how easy it is to clean the camera and the odor removal mode.

Specifications:

• Control type – electronic;
• Chamber – 23 l;
• Microwave power – 800 W (6 levels);
• The door opens with a button;
• The chamber coating is bioceramic enamel;
• Weight – 12 kg;
• Height – 27.5 cm;
• Width – 49 cm;
• Depth – 34.4 cm;
• Sound signal;
• Backlight.

Clear advantages:

• decent power;
• volumetric chamber;
• there is an upper grill;
• uniform heating;
• removal of odors;
• easy-to-clean interior coating;
• push-button switches.

Notable disadvantages:

• high price;
• no convection.

Let's sum it up

For a family living in a modern urban rhythm, a microwave is a good help. And this smart device won’t hurt at the dacha. According to user reviews, the main thing for most of them is that the microwave oven heats food quickly and efficiently. When buying a microwave, most users pay attention to the price. However, a very expensive model with a large set of functions takes second place in the ranking. Touchscreen models with a high degree of automation are gaining popularity and becoming customer favorites.

But for cooking, modern housewives are increasingly choosing not a traditional stove - but a convenient and often automatic one. A high degree of automation, on the one hand, does not allow you to interfere with the process, and on the other hand, it does not allow you to spoil the result. But there is one unwritten rule for any cooking: not only the food, but also the water must be of high quality: our ordinary tap water is usually not clean enough, it is recommended.

Updated January 2019

A microwave oven has a wide range of capabilities and is indispensable in a modern kitchen. It helps to warm up food, defrost food and does this automatically. The cost of a microwave directly depends on the functions, so the choice of model is of no small importance.

Description of the microwave oven solo

A microwave oven without grill and convection is considered the simplest and is called solo. The cooking process in such an oven occurs under the influence of microwave waves on the product. The emitter (magnetron) is located in the furnace body, and for uniform heating there is a rotary table.

Heated food is prepared in a solo microwave oven by heating, without frying or baking. All such devices have a heating function. The main advantage of solo microwave ovens is their affordable price. If the house already has an oven, then this model will be an ideal option.

Model selection

Before purchasing, you need to determine the performance characteristics and functionality of a particular model. The main points when choosing are:

• Design and dimensions. Considering that the operating principle of the microwave is the same for all models, the buyer initially selects the oven in accordance with the design of the kitchen;
• Price. The domestic buyer is accustomed to focusing on price. The cheapest furnaces with mechanical control However, touch microwaves may have additional features:
  • Delayed start of cooking/heating;
  • Shutdown at a specified time;
  • LED camera lighting, etc.;
• Brand. Which company to choose depends only on the personal desires of the buyer. Considering the simplicity of the solo model, the choice is quite wide. We should not forget that even the assembly of famous brands takes place in the countries of South Asia. However, from famous brands, although they have a higher price, developed network of service centers;
• Options. Technical specifications are very important, so It is worth paying attention to the power of the model. The higher this parameter, the faster the food is cooked, which means energy is saved. The functions of solo stoves are standard and basically do not differ;
• Simple controls. Mechanical control, although it looks outdated, has its advantages:
  • Lower price;
  • Reliability and unpretentiousness in use;

Models with simple controls, ideal for older people, which do not require a large number of functions.

• Energy efficiency. Energy saving allows reduce utility bills. When choosing any household appliances, it is recommended to focus on class A, and the more “+” signs after this letter, the lower the cost of paying for electricity will be;

Advantages and disadvantages

Any household appliance, including solo microwave ovens, has pros and cons. Benefits include:

• Low price;
• Easy to care for;
• Long service life;
• Quick start;
• Small dimensions.

Negative The parties are considered to be:

• Limited features;
• Minimum models with automatic modes.

Proper care

Caring for this category of microwave ovens is not difficult. Enough Wipe the camera promptly device after use. Ordinary detergents are suitable for cleaning. After cleaning, leave the door open to dry.

Top 3 solo microwaves

The most popular are:

• Panasonic NN-ST254M

Despite its small dimensions, this model has a chamber with a volume of 20 liters and a turntable of 25.5 cm. The maximum operating power is 800 W. The maximum supported microwave power is 800 W. The model is controlled by touch buttons and has a multifunctional display for convenience. Cooking/reheating parameters can be set in manual or automatic mode. For the latter there are 9 programs, 3 for each function;

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