Microwaves Comparison

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Sharp KB6524PW		Bosch HMB8020

General Features

Microwave ovens are divided intro several types, depending on the mounting method. If you select the right type of appliance, it will provide you with convenient operation and reliable performance for a long period of time.

Sharp KB6524PW belongs to the microwave drawers category that is stylish, functional and convenient. This type of ovens is specially designed to fit all kitchen sizes, from small to large ones, and to provide a neat and clear look. The main benefits are high power and efficient cooking. Drawers don't dry-out dishes, but keep the food moisture and ensure great results every time.

KB6524PW with 1.2 cu. ft. capacity is a worthy choice for couples and for those people, who don`t have much free space on the kitchen or wish to save it. This mid-size appliance (the capacity varies from 0.9 to 1.3 cu. ft.) can easily accommodate a standard dinner plate or provide you with several pre-set cooking programs.

HMB8020 with 1.5 cu. ft. capacity is reasonably called a family-size model. This type of appliances is the most highly-demanded in the market and can efficiently and quickly cook or defrost different dishes. Family-size microwaves series (the capacity varies from 1.4 – 1.7 cu. ft.) will definitely suit families of 3 or 4.

Dimensions

Width of a microwave is one of the main criteria during the selection, especially if you are going to build the unit into the cabinetry or if you have certain space limits. According to this parameter the models are divided into compact (12.75 – 23.95 inches), standard (24 – 29.95 inches) and large (30 – 53.9 inches).

Sharp KB6524PW and Bosch HMB8020 with 23.88 inches in width belong to compact microwaves' type and they are worthy choices for small houses, apartments or summer houses. These units offer convenient performance and stylish look, and still don't take up too much space on your worktop. Such devices are more energy efficient than their standard/large counterparts.

General Features

Convection feature in Bosch HMB8020 will provide you with more cooking opportunities and benefits, in comparison with its traditional counterparts. Convection microwaves combine two cooking technologies in one single unit. Radio waves cook food from the inside and fan circulates heated air from the convectional heating element in the cavity, ensuring even cooking from the outside and crispy browned flavor. These appliances are ideal for baking cakes/bread, roasting and browning meat and poultry.

Control

KB6524PW and HMB8020 are equipped with displays that make cooking more convenient and clear. Time of the day, cooking time and selected programs are shown on the screen, so you get full control over the process.

Sharp KB6524PW comes with child lockout system that is very convenient and useful for families with kids. It allows you to disable the control pad and so prevent accidental buttons touch.

Cooking

HMB8020 includes One-Touch Cooking feature that will definitely save your time and energy. Microwave adjusts the necessary time and power level for a particular dish in one click, ensuring excellent results each time.

Bosch KB6524PW and Bosch HMB8020 come with Sensor Cooking feature that will provide you with absolutely new style of cooking. Inbuilt sensors monitor the moisture level of food and switch the microwave off, when it is ready. So you will avoid over- or under-cooked dishes. Besides you save your time and energy, and you don`t need to watch the process as before.