Microwaves Comparison
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Bosch HMB8050 | Thermador MCES |
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.
Thermador MCES is included in the over-the-range category and it will be a worthy choice for those people, who need to save the workable counter space. This type of microwaves is convenient in use, because the appliances are installed over the stove, at the eye level, and you don't need to bend over each time you put a dish into a cabinet.
Bosch HMB8050 and Thermador MCES with 1.5 cu. ft. capacity are reasonably called family-size models. This type of appliances is the most highly-demanded in the market and it 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).
Bosch HMB8050 and Thermador MCES 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 Thermador HMB8050 and Thermador MCES will provide you with more cooking opportunities and benefits, in comparison with their 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
HMB8050 and MCES 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.
Cooking
HMB8050 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.
Thermador HMB8050 and Thermador MCES 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.
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General Features | ||
Type
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Capacity (cu. ft.)
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1.5 | 1.5 |
Color
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Stainless Steel | Stainless Steel |
Convection
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Interior Color
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Series
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Usage
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Personal | Personal |
Size
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Family-size | Family-size |
Built-In
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Control | ||
Control Type
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Display
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Power Levels
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10 | 10 |
Child Lockout
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Display Color
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Reminder
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Delay Start
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More/Less
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Demo Mode
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Keep Warm (0)
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Cooking Technology | ||
Grill
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Inverter
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Cooking | ||
One-Touch Cooking
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Sensor Cook
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Auto Defrost
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Clock
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Timer
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Warm Hold
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Auto Reheat
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Add Minute
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Popcorn
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Pizza
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Chicken Nuggets
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Baked Potato
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Vegetable
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Beverage
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Kid's Meals
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Energy | ||
Power Consumption Max (Watt)
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1500 | |
Power Requirements (V/Hz)
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110-120/60 | 110-120/60 |
Wattage (Watts)
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1000 | 1400 |
Amperage
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18 | 20 |
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Turntable
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Included Accessories
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1 x Grid high. 1 x Grid flat | 1 x Grid high. 1 x Grid flat |
Door opening
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Button | Button |
Cavity material
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Stainless steel | Stainless steel |
Optional Built-In Trim Kit
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Optional Hanging Kit
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ADA Compliant
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Dimensions | ||
Height (inch)
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14.75 | 14.81 |
Width (inch)
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23.88 | 23.88 |
Depth (inch)
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19.31 | 19.31 |
Turntable Diameter (inch)
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15 | 15 |
Weight (lbs)
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33 | 33 |
Shipping Weight (lbs)
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40 | 40 |
Warranty | ||
Warranty Terms - Labor
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1 Year | |
Warranty Terms - Parts
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1 Year | |
Miscellaneous | ||
UPC
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825225852087 | 825225847670 |