Do you want a quick method to prepare and reheat meals? The microwave has become a modern day essential, by no means replacing the mighty oven but it does provide a speedy and convenient way to cover a multitude of everyday food preparations – from defrosting straight from the freezer and reheating pre-prepared meals to steaming vegetables.
Are you in need of a sweet microwave sale that gives you one that will cook your food quickly, but look awesome in your kitchen?
Available nowadays in a wide range of colours, from vibrant brights to retro cream, they can add a splash of happy hue to cooking. Popular in contemporary stainless steel finishes and modern black, there’s a style to enhance every kitchen worktop. And right there are seasonal sales to make this handy kitchen appliance even more affordable.
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Here's our rundown of the best microwave sales out there right now. Enjoy!
Best microwave deals 2023 - quick links
- Panasonic 1000W Combination Microwave NN-CD87KSBPQ: was £349.99, now £309.99, Argos
- Samsung MWF300G MS23F301TFK 23 Litre Microwave: was £139, now £110, AO.com
- Kenwood K25MSS11 Solo Microwave: was £170, now £79.99, Currys
- Samsung 800W Standard Microwave MS23K3513AW: was £99.99, now £89.99, Argos
- Hotpoint Ultimate Collection MWH2621MB 25 Litre Microwave: was £169, now £149, AO.com
- Panasonic 1000W Combination Microwave Oven 27L NN-CD58-Steel: was £249.99, now £219.99, Argos
- Russell Hobbs Inspire RHM1731B 17 Litre Microwave: was £85, now £65, AO.com
- Beko MOC20100S Compact Solo Microwave: was £69, now £54.99, Currys
- Sharp 800W Microwave with Grill R662SLM: was £89.99, now £79.99, Argos
- Daewoo KOR6M17R 20 Litre Microwave: was £64, now £54, AO.com
- Grundig GMF1030X Compact Solo Microwave: was £99, now £79, Currys
Best microwave sales 2023
Argos microwave sales
AO.com microwave sales
Currys microwave sales
Why do I need a new microwave?
In a nutshell, for ease. Crisp on the outside, moist on the inside delicious food cooked in a flash. With a good microwave you can expect golden roast chicken, fluffy rice, moist cakes, smoothly melted chocolate and perfectly refreshed leftovers. They've come a long way since they were first on the market, so it's no wonder that almost three out of four us say that we couldn’t live without their microwaves.
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Keen chefs will love the one with a special button for melting chocolate. Busy parents will appreciate cooking pizza in half the time without a soggy bottom. New models look better than ever, too and have space-saving designs, so you get more capacity but from a model that hogs less of the worktop.
Freestanding models are the most popular as you can just plug and play, but take up worktop space, so if that’s at a premium, consider a built-in model. It will need to be professionally installed but often has more features. Whatever configuration you go for, however, it will be a big step up from the models of old.
How much should I spend on a microwave?
Budget £100 for a microwave that will serve you well, but with the great offers on right now, you can get a decent model for around £75.
We think cheaper, supermarket own brand ones are a false economy. Budget up to £300 for a larger combi with all mod cons. And double that for integrated, but then you get much more cooking space and an appliance that genuinely doubles as a proper oven.
What capacity microwave do I need?
Want to cook a whole chicken in there? You’ll need a decent capacity – anything over the 30-litre mark should take a family-sized bird. Smaller households will be better off with a model that takes up minimal space on the worktop, so exterior dimensions will be more important.
Most microwaves have turntables to ensure even cooking. But some newer designs have taken their lead from commercial kitchens and ditched them completely. These flatbed models use the latest technology to distribute the microwaves evenly without the need to turn the food. This frees up lots of space inside for big dishes, such as casseroles, and makes them easier to clean.
If your microwave does have a turntable, keep in mind that the given capacity in cubic litres may not account for space it takes up. Measure from the turntable up before you buy to make sure your dishes will fit.
Some microwaves also have shelves that allow you to cook on two levels. You’ll need to increase the normal cooking time or move dishes around, but it’s handy for preparing large quantities of food simultaneously instead of in stages.
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