Microwaves

LG NeoChef 25L Smart Inverter Microwave Oven MS2596OB review

LG NeoChef 25L Smart Inverter Microwave Oven MS2596OB

CHOICE Expert Rating

86%
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Good points

Good Points

  • Comprehensive instructions with guidelines
  • Large pull door handle
  • Written functions are easy to comprehend
  • Functions are grouped together well.
  • Digital display is bright and clear
  • Invertor defrost, reheat, popular menu, soften, melt, proof and keep warm guide written inside above door for easy reference.
  • Sealed touch controls easy to wipe over
  • Black exterior easy to wipe over
  • Grey interior with 'easy clean' coating is easy to clean. Inside sealed control panel easy to wipe over.
  • Audible feedback when using the controls.
  • Anti-bacterial EasyClean coating.
  • Melt and soften function.
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
  • Screen shows some symbols that may not be easy to comprehend.
  • Touch controls on the exterior and inside door; this can be annoying.
  • Brand reliability is below average; some LG microwave owners have been unsatisfied with their model's long-term reliability.
  • Some small holes on the inside of the microwave that can accumulate grime.
  • Audible beep is noisy.

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Test results

CHOICE Expert Rating
86%
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
$249.00
Running costs/10yrs

Features

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

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