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Buying guide · Microwave Ovens
The Samsung MC32A7035CT is the best microwave oven for most Indian families: a 32 L convection model with an easy-clean ceramic cavity, SlimFry and a curd mode. For two to four people or a smaller counter, the 23 L Panasonic NN-CT353BFDG bakes and grills well and carries a 5-year magnetron warranty.
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The Samsung MC32A7035CT is a 32 L SlimFry convection microwave with a ceramic cavity and curd mode, and it is the best-value large oven for families of four to six who bake and reheat daily.
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The Panasonic NN-CT353BFDG is the convection microwave we would pick for a family of two to four who bake, grill and reheat daily, held back mainly by a 23-litre cavity that cannot take a large cake tin.
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The IFB 30SC4 is a 30 L stainless steel convection microwave with 101 auto menus and steam clean, a solid pick for families who bake and grill regularly and want a long magnetron warranty.
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The Samsung MG23A3515AK is a good-value grill microwave for small families who reheat daily and grill starters, but it cannot bake cakes because it has no convection mode.
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The LG MJ2886BFUM is a 28 L charcoal convection microwave with a motorised rotisserie and 175 Indian auto menus, the best fit here for tandoori-style cooking but pricey for everyday reheating.
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The IFB 30BRC2 is a roomy 30-litre convection microwave with 101 auto-cook menus and a rotisserie for families of five or more, though it is loud in grill and convection modes.
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The Samsung MC28A6036QK is a 28 L SlimFry convection microwave with an easy-clean ceramic cavity that suits families who bake and crisp snacks, but it costs more than similar 30 L rivals.
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The Godrej GME 530 CR1 SZ is a feature-rich 30-litre convection microwave that ferments curd and idli batter, but its menu-heavy controls and unclear warranty terms make it harder to live with.
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The Panasonic NN-CT64HBFDG is a 27 L convection microwave that bakes and reheats acceptably, but its price and thin feature list make it hard to prefer over cheaper 30 L rivals.
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The LG MS2043DB is a reliable, low-cost 20-litre solo microwave for students and couples who only reheat, defrost and cook simple dishes, with no grill or convection to expand on.
| Product | Our grade | Convection preheat to 180 °C | Paneer tikka on the grill | Noise in the loudest mode | Price at review |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Samsung MC32A7035CT 32 L SlimFry Convection Microwave Oven | B+ 8.3 | 6.5 min | 17 min | 53 dB | MRP ₹20,000 |
| Panasonic 23L Convection Microwave Oven NN-CT353BFDG | B+ 8.2 | 9 min | 14 min | 58 dB | MRP ₹15,350 |
| IFB 30SC4 30 L Convection Microwave Oven | B 7.9 | 7.5 min | 20 min | 55 dB | MRP ₹18,990 |
| Samsung 23L Grill Microwave Oven MG23A3515AK | B 7.7 | — | 16 min | — | MRP ₹11,990 |
| LG MJ2886BFUM 28 L Charcoal Convection Microwave Oven | B 7.7 | 8 min | 18 min | 53 dB | MRP ₹25,999 |
| IFB 30L Convection Microwave Oven 30BRC2 | B− 7.4 | 11 min | — | 63 dB | MRP ₹18,890 |
| Samsung MC28A6036QK 28 L Convection Microwave Oven with SlimFry | B− 7.4 | 7 min | — | 54 dB | MRP ₹24,990 |
| Godrej 30L Convection Microwave Oven GME 530 CR1 SZ | C 6.8 | 10 min | 15 min | 60 dB | MRP ₹20,400 |
| Panasonic NN-CT64HBFDG 27 L Convection Microwave Oven | C 6.4 | 8 min | 20 min | 52 dB | Typical price ₹18,200 |
| LG 20L Solo Microwave Oven MS2043DB | C 6.4 | — | — | 52 dB | — |