Microwaves

Whirlpool JQ280IX review

Whirlpool JQ280IX

CHOICE Expert Rating

75%
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Good points

Good Points

  • Large pull door handle.
  • Written functions easy to comprehend.
  • Digital display is bright and clear.
  • Auto microwave, 6th sense defrost, 6th sense steam, 6th sense crisp, auto forced air and auto grill symbol inside above door for easy reference.
  • Audio feedback when using controls.
  • No exposed grill element.
  • In built weight sensor for defrost, crisp and steam functions.
  • High wire rack, low wire rack, steamer kit, crisp plate and crisp handle provided.
  • Sealed touch controls easy to wipe over.
  • Mostly black exterior is easy to clean.
Bad points

Bad Points

  • Poor visibility through door.
  • May need to refer to manual initially due to some hidden steps.
  • Need to calibrate in-built scale before first use.
  • Digital display does not show weight measured using in-built scale function.
  • Dirt and grime can accumulate around large function dial.
  • Back wall has a stainless steel panel which can be difficult to clean baked on residue.
  • Difficult to clean around grill element on ceiling as it is stainless steel.
  • Steam escapes from top of door and condensation builds up inside door when using combi fan function.

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Test results

CHOICE Expert Rating
75%
Cooking performance score
82%
Ease of use score
58%
Visibility rating
Poor
Cooking vegetables score
80%
Defrosting mince meat score
95%
Defrosting a whole chicken score
70%
Reheating score
75%
Grilling score
95%
High temperature baking score
90%
Combination roasting score
85%
Combination baking pizza
70%

Sustainability

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

Related products

Availability
Discontinued model

Specifications

Built-in
Number of power levels
7
Microwave wattage (W)
950
Claimed external dimensions (cm, H x W x D)
33 x 55 x 53
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
$699.00
Annual standby cost (40c/kWh)
$1.32
Annual running costs (40c/kWh)
$16.48

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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