An oven took a much longer 76 minutes, and also cost more at 39p, although Which? testers noted that the meat was a little dry. Programs - Kind of like the settings some microwaves will also have automated programmes for specific foods While some claim that halogen ovens are cheap to run, Which? found the halogen oven tested was most expensive, costing 40p. Foods that are traditionally cooked in an oven or on a stove top can be rustled up in grill microwave, which offers a bit more flexibility with meals than your standard solo microwave. WITH 5 POWER LEVELS - Features 5 microwave power levels to tailor your cooking experience, including a convenient, defrost setting so you can cook meals straight from the freezer.

With a very generous 23L capacity, the Toshiba won’t take up too much valuable counter space, but will be able to cook for the whole family too.

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Which? found that the pressure cooker used slightly more energy than the induction hob and overcooked the broccoli.

YEAR GUARANTEE - For added peace of mind, this microwave comes with a 1-Year Guarantee. This way, in the unlikely event something goes wrong, you know we'll always be on hand to help But the air fryer also provided impressive results, taking half the time of an oven and only using 9p worth of electricity. Wattage - generally the higher the wattage the faster the cooking speed, which is something to consider if you have a big family. Unlike a tabletop microwave, integrated microwaves are built into an area of the kitchen, like a cupboard or designated unit for example. While the slow-cooked option required the least amount of work, it was 22p more expensive, costing 31p in energy.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.