Microwaves come in three main types. The right one depends on whether you only reheat food or also want to grill and bake.
The three types
| Type | What it does | Best for |
|---|---|---|
| Solo | Reheats, defrosts, simple cooking | Homes, hostels, offices |
| Grill | Adds a grill to brown and crisp | Toast, chicken pieces, fish |
| Convection | Adds an oven fan: bakes and roasts | Cakes, bread, pizza, roasts |
If you want to bake and don't have an oven, a convection microwave covers both.
Choose the size
| Household | Suggested size |
|---|---|
| 1–2 people | 17–20 litres |
| Family | 23–30 litres |
| Baking and big dishes | 28 litres and above (convection) |
Power and controls
- Most microwaves offer about 700–1000 W of microwave power; higher wattage heats faster.
- Mechanical dials are simple and durable; digital controls add preset programmes.
Safety tips
- Never put metal or foil in microwave mode, except the rack supplied for grill or convection modes.
- Use microwave-safe glass, ceramic or plastic.
- Don't run it empty.
- Leave space around it for ventilation and plug it straight into a wall socket.
- Protect it with a surge protector.
Frequently asked questions
Can I warm soup in a plastic container? Only if it is marked microwave-safe. Otherwise transfer it to a glass or ceramic bowl.
Does a microwave use a lot of electricity? It draws high power but only for minutes, so reheating food usually costs less than using a full oven.
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Published October 10, 2026 · 2 min read