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Whirlpool Crisp ‘n’ Grill Convection Microwave JQ280BL review

Whirlpool Crisp 'n' Grill Convection Microwave JQ280BL

CHOICE Expert Rating

71%
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Good points

Good Points

  • Large, light and easy to use, pull open door.
  • Digital display is fairly bright and clear.
  • Audio feedback when using controls.
  • Codes and guidelines for auto cook functions are inside the door for easy reference.
  • No exposed grill element.
  • Grill racks supplied accommodates high and low grilling.
  • Steamer container, crisp plate with handle, and plate cover supplied.
  • Fairly comprehensive with recipes and quick reference guide.
  • Includes a crisp fry and steam function.
  • Weight sensor technology.
  • Hot surface temperature labels.
Bad points

Bad Points

  • Poor visibility through door.
  • Function symbols in the digital display may not be easy to comprehend.
  • May need to refer to manual initially, due to some hidden steps and sequences.
  • Many small holes on the inside of the microwave that can accumulate dirt.
  • Back wall has a stainless steel panel which can be difficult to clean baked on residue.
  • Difficult to clean stainless steel grill grate.
  • No pre-heat indicator.
  • Noticeable cooling fan noise, runs over 5 minutes at the end of operation.
  • Glass door can become very hot.

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Test results

CHOICE Expert Rating
71%
Cooking performance score
77%
Ease of use score
56%
Visibility rating
Poor
Cooking vegetables score
90%
Defrosting mince meat score
58%
Defrosting a whole chicken score
70%
Reheating score
85%
Grilling score
100%
High temperature baking score
100%
Combination roasting score
70%
Combination baking pizza
45%

Sustainability

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

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Availability
Tested model

Specifications

Built-in
Number of power levels
7
Microwave wattage (W)
950
Claimed external dimensions (cm, H x W x D)
34 x 54 x 50
Useable cavity dimensions measured (cm, H x W x D)
20 x 35 x 34
Useable shelf (turntable) diameter (cm)
31
Usable volume (L)
24
Website
whirlpool.com.au

Cost

Price
$729.00
Annual standby cost (40c/kWh)
$1.70
Annual running costs (40c/kWh)
$14.07

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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