The day that a person's microwave oven finally dies can either be noted with a little bit of sadness or can be cause for real mourning. The more that you rely on the microwave oven, the sadder it will be when it collapses. Some models may become obsolete before they expire while others will be worn out in nearly record time.
When it comes time to find your new microwave oven, there are several factors that you should look at when choosing the right new model for you. These factors include:
Built In Microwave
Price Size Features Appearance Brand name
Prices
The price range of microwave ovens can range from modest to fairly extravagant, so setting a budget before you go shopping can keep you from being lured in by the bells and whistles that you might not really need. Do research online to see what the best prices are for microwaves that are similar to the unit that you just lost.
Size
The size of the microwave that you buy should depend on how often you use it, how many people are in your family and the main uses that it will see. For instance, if you are only going to pop a bag of microwave popcorn every now and then, a smaller microwave will work; however, if you are going to be using it as part of the daily routine, you may need to go a little larger.
Features
The features that you need on a microwave oven will again depend on what you use it for. If you like the convenience of the one touch button system for popcorn, reheating a plate of food and other items, then look for those features first. Some microwaves also have browning features, hold cycles and other features that make them very useful. There are even microwaves that also have the option of pizza baking, although these can be a little more expensive than the other models.
Another feature that should be carefully considered is whether or not you want a built-in model or if you would prefer to have a countertop microwave.
Appearance
Microwave ovens were once huge and bulky things, but they are much smaller and streamlined these days. In addition, there are a number of different finishes that you can find to match your kitchen and other appliances. The most common microwave finishes are black, white and brushed silver although there are some brands that come in bright fun colors
Brand Names
For some people, brand loyalty is a very important thing and they will never buy another named product. For others, the brand name does not mean as much as the price, the value, the appearance and the features of the item that they are buying. Always choose according to your own preferences.
Finally, always make sure that you are using the microwave as directed. If you do not, that might explain why you have to replace them so often.