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iQ700 45cm studioLine compact
combi-microwave oven, $2699, Siemens.

Siemens’ varioSpeed technology merges the
power of the microwave with the heat of
the oven to speed up cooking time.


Fisher & Paykel 60cm built-in combination
microwave oven, $2899, Winning Appliances.
This sleek 60cm oven is great for those who
want the convenience of a combination
microwave oven, but crave more cavity space.

Bosch 45cm ‘Series 8’ compact combination
microwave oven, $2599, Bing Lee.
If most of your cooking is roasting, baking or
re-heating you’ll love this oven and its 14 pre-set
automatic programs. Stockists, page 212

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WHICH COMBINATION WORKS FOR YOU?

TOP 3 CHOICES


THE COMBINATION
MICROWAVE OVEN
This multitasking oven combines the power of oven
technology with the speed of a microwave. The pros are
numerous: the compact size and dual heating methods
mean you save on space and cooking time, making
them perfect for modern, fast-paced lifestyles. “They’re
particularly good at high-temperature cooking like
roasting meat and baking pastries or casseroles,” says
brand manager Maja Pejovic of Bosch. Its convenience
does come at a price, explains Maja. “With a separate
microwave and oven, you can use both together, but
with a combined appliance, you’re limited to one at
a time. Size is another big factor,” she says. “Most are
45cm compared to 60cm and although larger models
are coming through, cavity size can still be limited.”

“Before purchasing,
double-check you’re
buying a combination
microwave oven rather
than a microwave with
hot air function to make
sure you get the right
set of features,” says
Maja Pejovic.

“WE ARE SLOWLY SEEING A TREND
TOWARDS FULL-SIZE MODELS OF

combination MICROWAVE OVENS”
~ MAJA PEJOVIC, BOSCH

MAY 2020 I HOMEBEAUTIFUL.COM.AU 125

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