Microwaves Comparison

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Whirlpool GMH6185XVQ		Amana AMV2174VAW

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.

AMV2174VAW with 1.7 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.

GMH6185XVQ with 1.8 cu. ft. capacity belongs to full size appliances category (with capacity range from 1.8 to 2.2 cu. ft. or more) and will become a wise investment for large families. Being capacious and efficient in defrosting or cooking even large dishes, this device shares the top selling position with family-sized ovens. Rotating plate (turntable) in the cavity guarantees even warming up of food.

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).

Standard microwaves, like Whirlpool GMH6185XVQ and Amana AMV2174VAW with 29.94 inches in width will definitely answer the requirements of traditional families of 3 or 4. This type of appliances is efficient, functional and capacious. It will provide you with additional cooking opportunities and besides will save your time considerably.

General Features

Convection feature in Whirlpool GMH6185XVQ 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

GMH6185XVQ and AMV2174VAW 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.

Amana AMV2174VAW 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

AMV2174VAW 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.

Amana GMH6185XVQ and Amana AMV2174VAW 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.