Basic Microwave | Small households, budget-friendly kitchens | - Capacity: 20-25L (IEC 60350 compliant) - Power Output: 600-700W (IEC 60347) - Functions: Basic reheat/defrost (ASTM F2715) | Affordable, compact design Energy-efficient Simple operation | Limited cooking versatility Slower heating times No advanced features |
Convection Microwave | Home chefs, baking enthusiasts | - Capacity: 30L (IEC 60350) ▲ (Industry: 25L) - Convection Power: 900W (IEC 60347) ▲▲ (Base: 850W, Industry: 800W) - Baking Functions: 5+ presets (ISO 23529) | Professional-grade baking Faster cooking Multi-stage cooking | Higher cost Larger footprint Requires preheating |
Grill Microwave | Quick meal prep, casual entertaining | - Grill Power: 1200W (IEC 60335-2-16) ▲ (Base: 1000W, Industry: 900W) - Grill Function: Simulates outdoor grilling (ASTM F2715) | Authentic grill marks Versatile cooking (meat, veggies) Quick grilling | Requires frequent cleaning Limited interior space Higher energy use |
Smart Microwave | Tech-savvy users, connected homes | - Connectivity: Wi-Fi (IEEE 802.11) ▲ (Advanced only) - Voice Control: Alexa/Google Assistant (IEC 60730) | Remote operation Recipe downloads Voice-guided cooking | Higher price Dependency on internet Steeper learning curve |
Countertop Microwave | Most households, space-constrained kitchens | - Installation: Plug-and-play (IEC 60335-1) - Dimensions: 28" width (▲ Industry: 30") | Easy setup Affordable Compact design | Limited capacity for large families Not built-in Visible in kitchen |
Built-in Microwave | Custom kitchen designs, professional kitchens | - Installation: Built-in (IEC 60335-1) ▲ (Advanced only) - Design: Cabinet-integrated (ASTM C1036) | Sleek design Space-efficient Professional-grade durability | Requires professional installation Costly Less flexible placement |