Microwaves

Akai 20L Flatbed Microwave AK-MW20BF review

Akai 20L Flatbed Microwave AK-MW20BF

CHOICE Expert Rating

83%
What is the CHOICE Expert Rating?
Good points

Good Points

  • Digital display is large, bright and clear.
  • Clear written labelling.
  • Sealed touch controls are easy to use.
  • Fairly comprehensive instructions.
  • Few seams on door and handle, make it easy to clean.
  • Sealed control panel easy to wipe over.
  • No turn table, easy to wipe over however rubber seal around base can trap grime.
  • Few seams on door and handle, make it easy to clean.
  • Large pull handle on right side of door, easy to use.
  • The microwave will beep and pause when food needs to be stirred or turned .
Bad points

Bad Points

  • Only OK for visibility through door, small viewing window.
  • Some small holes on the inside of the microwave that can accumulate grime.
  • No contrasting colour for start and stop buttons, therefore not obvious.
  • Seam around control panel can trap dirt and grime.
  • Only OK stability when opening and closing the door.
  • Need to refer to the manual for more detailed information on the auto cook programs and cook by weight food types.
  • Child lock – locks the controls after each use, need to open and close the door to unlock the controls can be annoying.

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Test results

CHOICE Expert Rating
83%
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
bunnings.com.au

Cost

Price
$159.00
Running costs/10yrs

Features

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

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