Microwaves

Westinghouse 42L Convection Microwave Oven WMC4207GA review

Westinghouse 42L Convection Microwave Oven WMC4207GA

CHOICE Expert Rating

76%
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Good points

Good Points

  • Audio feedback when using controls.
  • Large clear written labelling for each control button.
  • No preheat indicator however 2 audible beeps when temperature has been reached, microwave will stop and pre-set temperature will flash on digital display.
  • Control panel fairly easy to wipe over. Sealed touch controls.
  • Exterior is grey, easy to clean. Few cracks and crevices.
  • Air fryer function.
  • Air fryer has 9 auto programmed functions.
  • Low rack, high rack and air fryer basket supplied.
  • Very good result for chicken nuggets using the air fry function.
Bad points

Bad Points

  • Need to refer to manual when setting auto cook modes and for control sequence.
  • Some grime can accumulate around dial and around push lever door.
  • Many small holes on the inside of the microwave that can accumulate dirt.
  • Shiny stainless steel interior only OK to wipe over, baked on residue can be difficult to remove, requires extra attention.
  • Difficult to clean around exposed grill element, cannot be lowered.
  • Air fry function has no manual mode, therefore limited menu.
  • Only OK result for air fryer chips, no prompt to turn or shake the food.
  • Long preheat time when heating to 200°C on convection.
  • Door becomes hot when using grill or convection care needs to be taken so the door does not close on oneself.
  • Glass door can become hot, no hot surface temperature label on the glass door, only the top of the microwave.
  • Unable to reach 200°C when preheated. Beeps at 180°C Stops running and temperature drops rapidly.

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Test results

CHOICE Expert Rating
76%
Cooking performance score
81%
Ease of use score
63%
Visibility rating
Borderline
Cooking vegetables score
80%
Defrosting mince meat score
100%
Defrosting a whole chicken score
60%
Reheating score
86%
Grilling score
90%
High temperature baking score
100%
Combination roasting score
65%
Combination baking pizza
70%

Sustainability

Brand reliability score
92%
Brand satisfaction score
83%
Country of origin
China
Warranty (years)
1
Shop Ethical rating
C

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Availability
Tested model

Specifications

Built-in
Number of power levels
10
Microwave wattage (W)
1100
Claimed external dimensions (cm, H x W x D)
33 x 55 x 51
Useable cavity dimensions measured (cm, H x W x D)
21 x 39 x 39
Useable shelf (turntable) diameter (cm)
33
Usable volume (L)
32
Website
westinghouse.com.au

Cost

Price
$749.00
Annual standby cost (40c/kWh)
$2.15
Annual running costs (40c/kWh)
$16.75

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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