Samsung MC28H5013AS/EU Combination Microwave, 28 Litre, Silver

Superb. You do need to commit t getting to know how to use this oven but it is well worth it. There are many functions and as such, the instructions are lengthy. I roasted a chicken larger than the auto cook timings so I had to work out how to add some time (auto for the biggest chicken size then hot blast micro and oven about 5 mins extra, then micro and grill about 5 mins for the extra browning). I've made yoghurt which is really good but does take 7 hours of very gentle tick-over electricity so I must compare that to a pot from the supermarket. Next time I do yoghurt I will put much more in than the 5 pots suggested, and there definitely is room for more. Boiled potatoes in a few minutes - excellent. Non frozen pizza - a touch overcooked on auto but v close to the mark. Rice gets a tick. Roasted half peppers filled with basil and tomatoes drizzled with olive oil did not hit the spot. I used the straightforward oven feature. Some things like a good time to develop maybe?. I will stick to the real oven for those. ordinary microwave use is easy... and so on. I am measuring the electricity consumption and will have to report back to you in a while with the full details. I'm using a clamp meter so not very scientific, but a smart meter is due end of November. At the moment though, just that magnificent 1.7kg roasted chicken in half a hour plus a few minutes final faffing makes it worth every penny. The white is rather good by the way. I am glad it is all they had at the time of my purchase. This is not a plastic coated microwave, it is powder coated metal. Pleased with this and I do recommend. Yes, this is a genuine review. Edit March 2022. The bread proving function is amazing. Pop the covered bowl in the oven and leave it on auto for an hour. I use a no knead 500g flour recipe most often (James Morton's Brilliant Bread, which I bought on Amazon), and that has three proves - two on auto for an hour in the bowl and one in the pan it will be cooked in for a further hour. The oven warms very slightly and the plate rotates. This is a revolution for my bread making and I'm no longer chasing spots of sun around the house with a bowl of dough. On the down side - I struggle with the oven/baking function because the heating element is exposed on the roof of the oven. So, there's direct red heat on and off during the cooking process and a combination of microwave and grill or the hot blast functions on things like macaroni cheese leave a cellophane browned texture on the top and not the normal browned bubbles I'd get from the big fan oven. I'd not use this for entertaining. Warning - the heating element I just mentioned is touchable and I've burned myself once trying to turn toast over on the high rack. As such, I will not be buying one of these for my elderly parents and I'd not want children to use it. It is still great and I'm happy with this item - please could we have a recipe book for it.

Had this two months now and am pleased with this combi. I have a small kitchen, so do not want a toaster, the grill is very good - quick & even. The oven heats evenly. Microwave heats evenly. All very good. Just wish every manufacturer would redesign the door catches - - why are the hooks on the door ? to catch clothing/oven gloves ?!? I would recommend, hope it lasts. Previous combi (not Samsung) lasted 22 years!

I like the Samsung MC28H5013AS Combination Microwave for several compelling reasons: Versatility: The combination microwave offers multiple cooking options including microwave, grill, convection oven, and combination cooking, allowing you to prepare a wide variety of dishes. Large Capacity: With a 28-litre capacity, it is spacious enough to handle large meals, making it suitable for families and gatherings. Powerful Performance: The 1400W power ensures quick and efficient cooking, reducing the time you spend in the kitchen. User-Friendly Features: It likely has intuitive controls and pre-set cooking programs that simplify the cooking process, making it easier to prepare your favorite dishes. Slim Fry Technology: This feature allows you to enjoy fried foods with minimal oil, making your meals healthier. Durable Build: The silver finish not only looks sleek and modern but is also durable, ensuring that the microwave will last for years. Ease of Cleaning: The interior of the microwave is often designed to be easy to clean, with features like a ceramic enamel interior that resists scratches and buildup. Energy Efficiency: It may have energy-saving features that help reduce electricity consumption, making it an eco-friendly choice. Additional Features: Other features such as deodorization, fermentation function for making dough and yogurt, and a turntable on/off function add to its versatility and convenience. These features make the Samsung MC28H5013AS Combination Microwave a reliable and efficient appliance for various cooking needs, combining functionality, ease of use, and stylish design.

THIS IS MIND BLOWINGLY COMPLICATED TO USE THE INSTRUCTIONS ARE TERRIBLE THE CRUSTY PLATE IS SO LIGHT WEIGHT EVERY TIME THE DOOR IS CLOSED IT MOVES AND SO DOESNOT STAY CENTRAL THIS CAUSES SPARKS TO APPEAR AS IT ROTATES AND TOUCHES THE BACK OF THE INTERIOR. IT IS A FIRE HAZARD AND UNFIT FOR PURPOSE.

Has the most important features, a beeper silencer and quick microwave button (30 sec a press). As this equipment is multi-functional it is understandable that it is more complicated to operate than a dedicated machine (say a microwave or a grill) but this little beastie has both, and an air-fry and a hot-bast, thought these two features come down to a clever use of the fan oven. Air frying is basically turbo fan oven, ie: air pushed rapidly over super hot elements, hot blast is simply a variant on this theme. This oven comes with a crisp plate, which heats the food from the bottom (by making the crisp plate very hot) in hot air mode, and the real clever shinanegans come with the magnatron + hot air/grill combo, for which programs are provided. The stir-fry mode uses the maganatron, hot air and the crisper plate to make chips (fries) in 20 min, half the time my dedicated air-fryer takes. The programs are a bit archaine and somewhat like Harry Potter one must utter the correct invocation for the right results, and like Harry Potter, one must attend Dark Arts class before mastering them, which in this case, comes down to reading the manual, which leaves something to be desired in its organisation and presentation, therefor a complete read through is recommended. Fortunately the machine provided several 'straight up' options:- The aforementioned quick start button, a microwave button which allows you to change the power and time (this is done through the big 'one press' dial, having selected, say microwave you twiddle the knob for desired power, press the knob, and twiddle for time, then hit the start/quick start button. The grill and stir-fry are operated similarly, so rice, pasta, toast and chips all nice and easy. Two criticisms, one: its rather heavy, possibly because of all the stuff in it. Two: not so easy to clean, the manual say the grill should flip down for easy cleaning (of it and the roof I assume) but this is not the case, this model does not have the flip down grill as mentioned in the manual, more over, the manual fails to mention how to flip the grill down, not withstanding, careful inspection of my unit show the grill is securely fastened to the roof and will do no such thing as flip in any direction.