As the name suggests, these microwaves offer a combination of cooking options including steaming, baking and grilling. It's a good way to cook up a storm in a busy household giving you almost endless cooking possibilities. There has been a surge of interest in air fryers and smaller cooking appliances in recent months, and our research shows that the hype could be justified in some cases, as we’ve found these products cost less to cook certain foods than conventional ovens. For when you need your food is that little bit hotter but don't want to completely re-program it, select the "A Bit More" function. The model Which? tested recommends filling the basket just halfway and using a maximum of 500g of chips, which is enough for around two to three portions. Which? found that it cost 11p and took just 32 minutes - but it also meant having to sacrifice the distinctive crispy skin that other appliances still managed to achieve.

The Combi Wave 3 in 1 is engineered with a soft close door which is 80% quieter than other models, as well as being quieter when its in operation. Perfect for easy, breezy cooking at home, this integrated microwave from Bosch not only saves counter space, but saves you time making all of your favourites too. It's 20 litre capacity should fit all your favourite foods and is great for singles and smaller families who don't want anything too complicated. There are loads of factors you could consider when buying a new microwave, but we've listed some of the most important below. An impressive 17 litre capacity and 700 watts of microwave power makes it perfect for defrosting, batch cooking or preparing a whole variety of everyday meals.There's a button for every need you could think of - including melting caramel, chocolate or softening butter - great if you're an avid baker and you usually find yourself burning ingredients when melting them on the hob. This means it wouldn’t be the most practical appliance if you’re feeding several people, or want to cook a few different food items simultaneously. The drop down door gives great access and makes it feel less of a microwave and more of an oven. A versatile and convenient device, this is well worth the investment. Settings - most models will have several cooking functions to suit the types of meals you'll be preparing. Some microwaves will even have setting for your liquid contents.

It's 23 litre capacity fits most standard dinner plates. This one does all the basic jobs you'll need it to and will fit nicely in your kitchen. On the higher end of the price scale, this techy microwave boasts some impressive features that are well worth the money.

But the air fryer also provided impressive results, taking half the time of an oven and only using 9p worth of electricity. No matter what your preferred meals are, you can cook them all with this fantastic combination microwave from Panasonic.