Microwaves

LG NeoChef 42L Smart Inverter Microwave Oven MS4296OBS review

LG NeoChef 42L Smart Inverter Microwave Oven MS4296OBS

CHOICE Expert Rating

87%
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Good points

Good Points

  • Digital display is bright and clear
  • Comprehensive instructions with guidelines
  • Invertor defrost, reheat, popular menu, soften, melt, proof and keep warm guide written inside below door for easy reference.
  • Large pull handle easy to open
  • Functions are written and easy to comprehend.
  • Functions are grouped together well.
  • Audible feedback when using the controls.
  • Anti-bacterial EasyClean coating.
  • Melt and soften function.
  • Sealed touch control panel, easy to wipe over.
Bad points

Bad Points

  • Only OK visibility through door, however can depend on what is cooking inside microwave.
  • May need to refer to instruction booklet initially when using controls.
  • Touch controls on the exterior and inside door; this can be annoying.
  • Brand reliability is below average; some LG microwave owners have been unsatisfied about their model's long-term reliability.
  • Melody signal, no 'End' displayed. Signal repeats approx. every minute unless user opens door or touches controls (max 5 mins).
  • Some small holes on the inside of the microwave that can accumulate grime.
  • Audible beep is fairly noisy.
  • Microwave door can stick a little; you need to pull it which can cause the microwave to slide.

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Test results

CHOICE Expert Rating
87%
Cooking performance score
Ease of use score
Pizza cooking score
Chicken cooking score
Grilling toast score

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Status
Tested model

Specifications

Volume (L)
Oven temperature range (°C)
Power (W)
External dimensions (cm, H x W x D)
Internal dimensions (cm, H x W x D)
Weight (kg)
Pizza diameter (cm, claimed)
Contact
lg.com.au

Cost

Price
$329.00
Running costs/10yrs

Features

Fan forced
Fan assisted
Racks supplied
Rotisserie
Height extension ring
Lid holder
Thermostat light
Other accessories

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