What to consider before buying a convection microwave oven?

A microwave oven emits microwaves that usually pass through glass and plastic containers to cook food. Microwaves are available in four major types: counter-top, above-range, drawer, and combination ovens.

There are also a variety of features in the microwave oven. From shortcut settings, automatic power levels, and cooking times, you will have to take care of each and every detail to get the best convection microwave oven.

• Turntable: Most microwave ovens have a revolving glass plate or turntable inside. You put the food on the turntable, which rotates around slowly. This way, the microwaves will cook the food evenly. If a microwave doesn't have a turntable, you might have to operate it several times until the food is completely cooked.

• Interlocks: There are regulations that a microwave must have an interlock system. The interlock system ensures that the oven will stop producing microwaves as soon as the oven door is opened. It will also prevent any microwave emission until the door of the oven is properly closed. The oven should also have more than one lock.

• Variable power controls: Being able to vary the settings allows you to change and adjust the power settings.

• Child lock feature. Childproof doors are a necessity, since dishes may be very hot as you take them out of the machine.

• Sensors: Automatic sensors are useful, as they can help you know whether the food has been cooked sufficiently. You don’t need to set a timer every time.