Best convection microwaves in Australia

Top Pick for

Multipurpose convection microwave

Breville BMO870BSS the Combi Wave 3-in-1 Microwave

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Large convection microwave

Samsung MC455THRCBB 45L Convection Microwave Oven 900W

Top Pick for

Convection microwave with a grill

Whirlpool JQ280IX 6th Sense 29L Crisp N' Grill Convection Microwave

Top Pick for

Built-in convection microwave

Bosch CMG656RS1A 45cm Serie 8 Compact Combi-Microwave Oven

The best convection microwaves in Australia

• Best multipurpose convection microwave: Breville BMO870BSS the Combi Wave 3-in-1 Microwave
• Best large convection microwave: Samsung MC455THRCBB 45L Convection Microwave
• Best budget convection microwave: Kmart 30L Convection Microwave Oven
• Best convection microwave with a grill: Whirlpool 6th Sense JQ280IX 29L Crisp N' Grill Convection Microwave
• Best built-in convection microwave: Bosch CMG656RS1A 45cm Serie 8 Compact Combi-Microwave Oven
• Best overall convection microwave: Whirlpool JT479IX 6th Sense Crisp N' Grill Convection Fan Forced 31L Microwave

Breville BMO870BSS the Combi Wave 3-in-1 Microwave

Best multipurpose convection microwave

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Pros

• One-touch auto settings
• Soft-close door

Cons

• Some buyers criticise air-frying performance
• Some users claim that it doesn't heat food as quickly as a conventional microwave

Why we chose it

If you're searching for a convection microwave that can tackle everything from microwaving to air frying, there are lots of good reasons to check out Breville's the Combi Wave 3-in-1 Microwave. This unique appliance combines a convection oven, an inverter microwave and an air fryer all in the one package.

Not only is it versatile, it has also picked up lots of positive reviews from Aussie buyers, including an average score of 4.5/5 from 49 The Good Guys customers. So if you're searching for something capable of tackling a wide range of cooking tasks, the Combi Wave is well worth a closer look.

With a 32-litre capacity, the Breville Combi Wave 3-in-1 Microwave can be used to create everything from moist chocolate cake to crispy chips and even a family roast. But where it really stands out is in its ease of use and the wide variety of pre-set functions on offer.

One of the highlights is the Fast Combi function, which is designed to help you prepare your favourite dishes faster, while the Cook From Frozen function uses the convection oven, grill and microwave at different stages of the cooking process to ensure that your food is cooked to perfection. You'll also find handy settings for tasks like melting chocolate and softening butter, with 19 pre-set functions in total.

The Breville Combi Wave 3-in-1 Microwave also boasts a range of features to help it fit in perfectly in your kitchen. The brushed stainless-steel finish looks sleek and modern, while its soft-close door and quiet operation are big bonuses. Throw in a child lock and the ability to mute all the beeps and chimes and you've got an appliance that promises to be a user-friendly addition to any home.

Samsung MC455THRCBB 45L Convection Microwave Oven 900W

Best large convection microwave

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Pros

• 45-litre capacity
• Easy to clean

Cons

• Heavy
• Some complaints that controls could be easier to use

Why we chose it

If you're searching for the best convection microwave to cook for a large family, it's hard to go past this big unit from Samsung. With a 45-litre capacity, it's got plenty of space for preparing bigger dishes, while the fact that it's easy to use and clean is also a big plus.

Perhaps that's why Samsung has come in for plenty of praise from Aussie consumers. This includes an average rating of 4.5/5 from over 45 The Good Guys customer reviews, and an average of 4.4/5 from 18 Appliances Online customer ratings. As a result, the Samsung MC455THRCBB 45L Convection Microwave is our pick as the best large convection microwave.

Aside from its larger size, the first thing you notice about this model is its sleek black finish. Open it up and you'll find Samsung's Ceramic Inside cooking surface, which is not only scratch resistant but also designed to be easy to clean.

When you're ready to put it into use, this convection microwave offers a choice of six cooking settings — Microwave, Grill, Convection, Microwave + Grill, Microwave + Convection, and Grill + Convection. Included sensors detect the humidity of your food and adjust the power level and cooking time accordingly, helping to take some of the guesswork out of cooking. This unit also features a fermentation mode, which is a handy setting if you like making your own bread or yoghurt at home.

The Samsung MC455THRCBB is backed by a two-year warranty, while there's also a 10-year warranty on the Ceramic Inside interior. So if you're looking for a convection microwave capable of tackling those big cooking tasks, this model is well worth a closer look.

Kmart 30L Convection Microwave Oven

Best budget convection microwave

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Pros

• Affordable (even for this category)
• Eight auto cooking menus

Cons

• Some customers complain that display is not bright enough
• Instruction manual could be better

Why we chose it

As you'll see from reading this guide, convection microwave ovens tend to sell at a higher price point than conventional microwaves. The good news is that there are still options available if you're on a tight budget — for our money, it's hard to go past this 30-litre model available from Kmart.

With a wallet-friendly price tag of $129, the Kmart 30L Convection Microwave Oven is certainly one of the most affordable options around. It has also picked up a host of positive customer reviews, with Kmart customers giving it an average score of 4.8/5 from more than 130 reviews. With such a high rating, it's our pick as the best budget convection microwave.

With 8 auto cooking menus and 10 power levels available, this convection microwave offers plenty of flexibility. You can use it to convection bake, grill, defrost and more, allowing you to prepare everything from cakes to roast dinners.

The LED display lets you keep track of cooking time, while all buttons are clearly labelled. There's a child safety lock for added protection, and this convection microwave is backed by a 12-month warranty.

The Kmart 30L Convection Microwave Oven does understandably lack some of the advanced features of much more expensive models, while the dimness of its display is a common gripe among buyers. But if you're searching for a versatile and practical small kitchen appliance that won't break the bank, there are lots of good reasons why this affordable convection microwave is worth a closer look.

Whirlpool JQ280IX 6th Sense 29L Crisp N' Grill Convection Microwave

Best convection microwave with a grill

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Pros

• Cooks faster than a traditional grill
• Versatile appliance

Cons

• A bit pricey
• Some customers complain that instruction manual could be clearer

Why we chose it

The Whirlpool JT479IX which we chose as our best overall pick is obviously well worth checking out if you want to buy a convection microwave with a grill. But there are also lots of good reasons to check out the Whirlpool JQ280IX 6th Sense 29L Crisp N' Grill Convection Microwave. Combining microwave and steam cooking with the convenience of a quartz grill, this model has earned an average rating of 4.2/5 from 26 customer ratings on productreview.com.au. As a result, it's our top pick as the best convection microwave with a grill.

With a recommended retail price of $699, the Whirlpool sits at the higher end of the price range. If you're looking for a cheaper option, the Kogan 32L Stainless Steel Convection Microwave Oven with Grill has also picked up plenty of positive reviews and is priced at less than $200. But if you're looking for a versatile and easy-to-use appliance from a recognised brand, it's hard to go past the Whirlpool JQ280IX.

With a 29-litre capacity, this model uses Forced Air technology and 3D microwave heating to provide even heat and circulate it around your food. Along with the quartz grill, and sensors that keep track of cooking performance while you're steaming food, this ensures that the Whirlpool can be used to prepare a wide range of dishes.

The grill itself can prepare food a claimed three times faster than a traditional infrared grill, while the fact that it heats up within 60 seconds is also very handy. All controls are clearly labelled and easy to use, and the Whirlpool also comes with a steamer bowl and crisp tray for added convenience.

Finally, the Whirlpool JQ280IX 6th Sense 29L Crisp N' Grill Convection Microwave is backed by a two-year warranty.

Bosch CMG656RS1A 45cm Serie 8 Compact Combi-Microwave Oven

Best built-in convection microwave

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Pros

• Wide range of cooking options
• Stylish design

Cons

• Pricey
• Some buyers report that the controls take a little getting used to

Why we chose it

If you're searching for the best built-in combination oven, we recommend checking out the Bosch CMG656RS1A 45cm Serie 8 Compact Combi-Microwave Oven. Combining German-made quality with a wide range of cooking options, the Bosch is one very versatile appliance to have in your kitchen. And with plenty of positive reviews on sites like Appliances Online, this model gets the nod as the best built-in convection microwave.

The Bosch combination oven offers a total of 12 heating methods to suit a variety of cooking tasks, including everything from half- and full-width grilling to a pizza setting and one for preheating ovenware. The microwave adds a further three cooking options — pure microwave, combination microwave and conventional oven — and offers maximum power of 900W.

It also features a host of features to help make it as user-friendly as possible. For example, control is via a TFT touchscreen, while Bosch's PerfectRoast and PerfectBake features use sensor technology to let you prepare a large menu of dishes. Simply select the dish you want and then let your oven take care of setting the heating mode, temperature and time, plus adjusting throughout the cooking process as needed.

Bosch's telescopic rail system makes it easy to load and unload trays, while interior LED lighting allows you to check on your meal whenever you need. For ease of cleaning, the ceiling and rear and side walls of the oven are coated with EcoClean Direct, which is designed to absorb grime.

The Bosch's soft-close door is a nice finishing touch that makes this combination oven well worth a look if you're renovating your kitchen (or building a new one).

Whirlpool JT479IX 6th Sense Crisp N' Grill Convection Fan Forced 31L Microwave

Best overall convection microwave

Not yet rated

Pros

• Includes a grill
• 90 pre-programmed recipes

Cons

• There are cheaper options available
• Some buyers report that it takes a little while to understand all the different features and settings

Why we chose it

If you're searching for the best convection microwave for your kitchen, our top pick is the Whirlpool 6th Sense Crisp N' Grill Convection Fan Forced 31L Microwave. With a range of versatile features, the Whirlpool is capable of tackling a wide variety of cooking tasks. It's also come in for praise from consumers, having earned an average rating of 4.8/5 from 15 customer reviews on productreview.com.au.

With a 31-litre capacity, the Whirlpool combines a microwave and fan-forced oven in one. It uses what the manufacturer calls 6th Sense Crisp technology to give your baked goods a crispy outside without overcooking their interior. It also features a 6th Sense Steam function that uses sensors to adjust the temperature based on your cooking needs, while the steamer is also dishwasher safe to ensure easy cleaning.

Next on the list of inclusions is a quartz grill, which is designed to use less energy than a traditional grill but heat up in as little as one minute. If you need to defrost something quickly, the Jet Menu Defrost feature allows you to do so a claimed seven times faster than in a conventional microwave. For added convenience, the JT479IX also boasts 90 pre-programmed recipes, ensuring quick and easy cooking for time-poor home chefs.

That $799 price tag certainly isn't cheap, but the versatility of the Whirlpool 6th Sense Crisp N' Grill, combined with its glowing customer reviews, mean it offers excellent value. And as always, if you're willing to shop around, you should be able to pick one up for well below the recommended retail price.

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• We considered convection microwaves from 19 leading brands.
• We chose our top picks based on real customer reviews and key product features.
• The products on this list are chosen by our editorial team and are not selected based on commercial relationships.

• Why you can trust our picks

  We started our search for the best convection microwaves by finding the highest-rated products from customers at retailers like The Good Guys, Appliances Online and Harvey Norman. We then compared those top-rated convection microwaves against other popular options in the same category, considering factors such as capacity, ease of use and price to help us decide on our top picks.

  In the "best cheap convection microwave" category, we considered models priced at less than $400.

  We considered convection microwaves from the following brands:

  • Artusi
  • Blanco
  • Bosch
  • Breville
  • DeLonghi

  • Electrolux
  • Esatto
  • Heller
  • Kmart
  • Kogan

  • LG
  • Morphy Richards
  • Omega
  • Panasonic
  • Samsung

  • Sharp
  • Smeg
  • Westinghouse
  • Whirlpool

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