Microwaves

Ilve Freestanding Convection Microwave Oven 900W IVFSCM34X review

Ilve Freestanding Convection Microwave Oven 900W IVFSCM34X

CHOICE Expert Rating

64%
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Good points

Good Points

  • Audio feedback when using controls.
  • Trim kit is available as an optional extra.
  • Hot surface temperature labels.
Bad points

Bad Points

  • Small written labelling for control buttons, plus written labelling on digital display. Settings will flash when selected.
  • Small dial for adjusting time and temperature.
  • Start/reset button combined, can easily reset a setting in a sequence. Ideally should not be grouped together.
  • Set sequencing is not obvious, need to refer to manual, however this is not exactly clear either.
  • No preheat indicator, however audible sound when temperature has been reached and the microwave will turn off.
  • Glass door and top of microwave can become dangerously hot.
  • Stainless steel exterior, shows fingerprint mark, requires extra attention.
  • Difficult to clean around exposed grill element, however can be lowered by unscrewing.
  • Polished stainless steel interior only OK to wipe over, requires extra attention.
  • Stainless steel exterior may show fingerprint marks.
  • Reversible high and low rack, restricted diameter due to feet.
  • Borderline visibility through door.
  • Control panel is only OK to wipe over. Areas around controls can accumulate grime.
  • Basic instructions, no with limited cooking guides.
  • Fan noise is very loud when using convection only the thermostat cuts in and out.
  • Many small holes on the interior can accumulate dirt.

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Test results

CHOICE Expert Rating
64%
Cooking performance score
74%
Ease of use score
41%
Visibility rating
Borderline
Cooking vegetables score
100%
Defrosting mince meat score
81%
Defrosting a whole chicken score
70%
Reheating score
78%
Grilling score
90%
High temperature baking score
85%
Combination roasting score
60%
Combination baking pizza
30%

Sustainability

Brand reliability score
Not available
Brand satisfaction score
Not available
Country of origin
China
Warranty (years)
2
Shop Ethical rating

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Availability
Tested model

Specifications

Built-in
Number of power levels
5
Microwave wattage (W)
900
Claimed external dimensions (cm, H x W x D)
29 x 52 x 53
Useable cavity dimensions measured (cm, H x W x D)
21 x 36 x 38
Useable shelf (turntable) diameter (cm)
29
Usable volume (L)
29
Website
ilve.com.au

Cost

Price
$798.00
Annual standby cost (40c/kWh)
$1.99
Annual running costs (40c/kWh)
$15.34

Features

Sensor cook
Sensor reheat
Auto cook
Auto reheat
Adjust time during cooking
Quick boost start
Inverter technology
Delayed start or pre-set cooking
Kitchen timer (standalone)
Multi-stage cooking
Child lock

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