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The Pros and Cons of a Speedcook Microwave Oven

mulberry | Mar 23, 2011 |

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Microwave ovens are a standard appliance in most kitchens. These appliances however, like most things, continue to evolve over time. One of the more recent things to be introduced is the speedcook microwave oven.

These ovens offer a variety of features that make them stand out from other models. Learn about the advantages and disadvantages of speedcook microwave ovens.

The Benefits
These ovens can perform a number of cooking tasks that traditional microwaves can not. In addition, they are much faster than conventional ovens.

Unlike, the usual microwave, a speedcook microwave oven can perform a variety of tasks that only conventional ovens typically provide. They generally include a convection oven that allows you to bake and roast. They can crisp and brown. Foods emerge with a texture and color that resembles food cooked in a traditional oven rather than in a microwave.

In many instances, they also include a warming oven as well. Because of all of these added functions, these ovens can be used to prepare entire meals. But of course, they perform the task 4 times faster than a conventional oven.

A speedcook microwave is nearly always a built in model so they won't eat up precious counterspace. Some of them come in combination with a traditional oven. They are available in a variety of finishes and can be selected to complement your other kitchen appliances.

Because speedcook microwave ovens are higher end models, they also offer many of the most automated features. This can be time saving and can assure food is cooked perfectly. These models often have sensors and dozens of automated cooking modes for the best results every time.

The Drawbacks
Being a higher end appliance, a speedcook microwave also carries a higher than average price tag. They are generally priced from $500 to over $1,000 which is significantly more than the many standard microwave ovens that can be found for under $150. The comparison isn't apples to apples based on the features, but if all you need is a device to reheat leftovers, boil water, and pop popcorn, a speedcook microwave would be overkill.

These appliances are also more complex. The complexity really isn't excessive but clearly there are more buttons, menus, and automated settings to learn about than on a basic microwave oven.

Generally, a speedcook microwave oven will also be a bit larger. You can find some smaller models but if you want to be able to roast a turkey in it, or prepare an entire meal, you'll want a larger model than the typical compact microwave oven.

For anyone looking for a microwave oven that offers more of the benefits of conventional ovens in combination with the speed of a microwave, speedcook models are a good choice. But if keeping costs low and reducing complexity are priorities, then a more standard model would be a better choice.