Microwaves

Artusi AMC34BI 32L Built-In Convection Microwave Oven 1000W review

Artusi AMC34BI 32L Built-In Convection Microwave Oven 1000W

CHOICE Expert Rating

71%
What is the CHOICE Expert Rating?
Good points

Good Points

  • Large digital display is bright and clear.
  • Audio feedback when using controls.
  • Has a preheat indicator.
  • Built-in unit with trim kit included and already installed.
Bad points

Bad Points

  • Dial and press controls, are not easy to use and comprehend, need to refer to the manual initially.
  • Start/reset button combined, can easily reset a setting in a sequence. Ideally these functions should not be grouped together.
  • Controls have small labelling, symbols only. Need to refer to manual.
  • Auto cook and combination modes are codes. Need to refer to manual.
  • No hot surface temperature label.
  • Glass door can become very hot.
  • Shiny stainless steel interior only OK to wipe over, requires extra attention.
  • Difficult to clean around exposed grill element, however can be lowered by unscrewing.
  • Stainless steel exterior may show fingerprint marks.
  • Reversible high and low rack, restricted diameter due to feet.
  • Only OK visibility through door.
  • Control panel is only OK to wipe over. Areas around controls can accumulate grime.
  • Borderline instructions with limited cooking guides.
  • Many small holes on the interior can accumulate dirt.

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Test results

CHOICE Expert Rating
71%
Cooking performance score
78%
Ease of use score
56%
Visibility rating
OK
Cooking vegetables score
80%
Defrosting mince meat score
78%
Defrosting a whole chicken score
90%
Reheating score
68%
Grilling score
75%
High temperature baking score
90%
Combination roasting score
80%
Combination baking pizza
60%

Sustainability

Brand reliability score
Not available
Brand satisfaction score
Not available
Country of origin
China
Warranty (years)
2 (5 when registered)
Shop Ethical rating

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Availability
Tested model

Specifications

Built-in
Number of power levels
5
Microwave wattage (W)
1000
Claimed external dimensions (cm, H x W x D)
39 x 60 x 47
Useable cavity dimensions measured (cm, H x W x D)
22 x 36 x 36
Useable shelf (turntable) diameter (cm)
30
Usable volume (L)
29
Website
artusi.com.au

Cost

Price
$901.00
Annual standby cost (40c/kWh)
$2.44
Annual running costs (40c/kWh)
$17.54

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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