For the most part microwave convection ovens will be more pricey then normal microwave ovens. This is because they operate by utilizing a fan to circulate hot air in the oven. This allows the convection oven to have more even browning for baking and faster roasting. A benefit of this is that it tends to seal in the juices better and assists in minimizing the drying out of meats.

Microwave Convection Ovens Special Features

Most people understand the features of a microwave oven but don’t understand the benefits of a microwave convection oven. I described there additional functionality of the microwave and convection oven above. But there are even more additional benefits to be had by using a microwave convection oven. I have listed some of these below:

Baking [Convection] Feature

While the microwave convection oven is baking a separate heating element raises the temperature inside of the oven from 225 to 450 °F. a fan will then circulate this hot air throughout the oven providing a browning of the food on the exterior while still providing a moist interior.

Fast Baking Feature

This feature allows you to take advantage of the speed of a microwave while at the same time getting the advantages of a convection oven. This is usually facilitated by the sensors that come with these type of microwaves.

Microwave Convection Ovens Advantages

In addition to the microwave features of cooking food quickly the microwave convection oven can also crisp, brown and roast food. This can in some circumstances be used with the microwave features to get the best of both worlds.

In addition you also get:

• Heating and cooling switches which heat and cool the food perfectly.
• The nutrients are preserved and the actual taste of the food also remains same.
• Cooking this way requires a minimum quantity of oil which is good for health.
• A 20% decrease in cooking time and the oven operates at much lower temperature.

Things To Watch Out For In Microwave Convection Ovens

• Avoid foil or metal cookware that can cause arcing inside the oven.
• Because of the advanced cooking features be careful to watch for over cooking.
• Clean the oven after used to avoid it getting stuck to the oven walls.