Stainless Steel Microwave Ovens

Stainless Steel Microwave

By Anne Ahira

Stainless steel equipment and appliances were used in commercial kitchens for years before somebody got the bright idea to offer them to consumers.

And why not? With their sleek, contemporary look, they are an increasing popular choice for new homeowners and for kitchen renovation projects.

Some of the most popular stainless steel appliances include, ovens, dishwashers refrigerators and microwaves.

And if you purchase one, it is likely that you will purchase them all for a more consistent look. But in this article we are only going to discuss one of these appliances, the stainless steel microwave oven.

It is hard to say when the first stainless steel microwave was introduced, but what we do know is that they have achieve incredible popularity in the consumer market in a very short time. Why is this? Well, it really does come down the aesthetic value of these devices.

As you might expect, a stainless steel microwave is exactly the same as any other microwaves in terms of functionality. They have the same buttons, the same heat setting, and the same range of power.

How about the price? Are they more expensive than other microwaves? The answer is yes, but not by as much as you think. The average stainless steel microwave is often only about ten percent more, but that does not include convection ovens.

If you have never heard of them, convection microwave ovens are the next step in microwave technology and many of them are made of stainless steel…probably to present a more modern, even futuristic look.

This may be why many consumers assume that stainless steel microwaves are much expensive than more traditional models, because they are actually looking at a new technology.

The most obvious benefit of a stainless steel microwave oven is that it will not become discolored or fade over time. After all, they are stainless steel. Yes, this is again an aesthetic quality, but because most microwave companies produce both regular microwaves and stainless steel ones, there really is no difference in the technology.

The one and only real practical advantage of a stainless steel microwave is that they are more durable than traditional models. Although it is rare that a regular microwave will be damaged during normal use, they are made of plastic and they can break.

A stainless steel microwave, on the other hand, is generally much heavier and offers superior construction, which obviously makes it much harder to damage and gives it a longer lifespan. In fact, that is why commercial kitchens were the first to use these appliances.

What are the disadvantages? We’re glad you asked. Obviously, no product is perfect, and stainless steel microwaves are no exception.

Probably the number one complaint of owners is that they need to be cleaned quite frequently. Yes, a stainless steel microwave can be a magnet for dust, fingerprints and smudges. This can obviously cancel out the aesthetic appeal and leave you with a dirty or dull looking home appliance.

To solve this problem, most microwave makers have introduced new smudge-free finishes that guarantee that your stainless steel microwave will be gleaming clean twenty-four hours a day. Of course, you still have to clean the inside from time to time.

Here's Stainless Steel Microwave Selections:

Panasonic NN-SD688S Prestige 1300-Watt 1-1/5-Cubic...	Customer Review: We bought this microwave for our son's apartment. He and his roommate use it daily and it does a great job. The drawbacks are its size - a little large for a small kitchen, the push-button open latch is a bit stiff and moves the unit when opening, ... Read More	(19)
Panasonic NN-SN657S 1300-Watt 1-1/5-Cubic-Feet Sen...	Customer Review: I purchased this Panasonic microwave because it appeared to be identical to one I had owned for 9 years. Appearance, yes....quality NO!. The compartment lite only comes on when the oven is running, the display can not be read at an angle, the keypa... Read More	(39)
Sanyo EM-S6588S 1-Cubic-Foot Microwave Oven, Stain...	Customer Review: A good functional unit. Big enough for a dinner plate but small enough that it doesn't overwhelm a small counter space. I do have 2 small issues with the unit, however:1. The opening for the handle faces left, so it's difficult to open with your righ... Read More	(29)
Panasonic NN-SD997S Genius Prestige 2-1/5-Cubic-Fo...	Customer Review: After looking at many microwaves I ended up selecting this one and have been very pleased with the purchase. The reasons I chose this one were: 1. The size..... It is quite large, which is just what I wanted. 2. The outer case...... It is stainless s... Read More	(42)
Panasonic NN-SD797S Prestige 1-3/5-Cubic-Foot 1250...	Customer Review: I purchased this for our new kitchen remodel due to the rotary knob and blue lighting and large cavity. It is great, easy to use and cooks much faster than our previous model.the outer skin is sensitive to scratching however.Overall we love it. The d... Read More	(23)