Help me decide: Bosch double oven vs. KitchenAid oven/micro combo
techno_mommy
10 years ago
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ar3045
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Comments (4)I have had the Kitchen Aid KEMS308S for 5 years. I had not noticed that the microwave power was low. I doubt that power will be an issue. I assume that many ovens have cool down features. They are not running when the door is open. It is ture that the fan makes some noise, but it isn't that noticable. When I originally purchased this oven I had been intending to get individual ovens, but it turned out that the individual ovens had been discontinued. I see no difference between your choices because they are all double ovens and when one fails, they both fail wheras individual ovens could be replaced individually. I have not heard of the microwave section showing a high rate of failure. You didn't even mention the advantage of the micro/convection. It is not just a microwave, but a real convection oven with a broiling (sort of) element. It is not a speed oven because it does not microwave and heat at the same time. Actually it CAN microwave and crisp via the broil element. Anyway it is a small second oven that can bake a pie or bread (or a small trey of cookies I suppose). It heats far faster than the regular large convection oven because it is small. I find it very useful. The only problem is it is occasionally in use when I would want to reheat a cup of coffee etc. I keep an old microwave in the garage for those cases. While I hope I have relieved your concerns, I believe that there IS an issue. I have had no problem with my oven, and it has been several years since the Main contingent of problems: similar models have encountered a higher than normal thermal fuse blowing during the large oven self cleaning cycle. Unfortunately, the fuse is located on the back of the oven and is a $50 item and shuts everything down. Of course, most people see no problem (myself included) and the problem is certainly due to excessive heat behind the cabinet that could probably relieved by making sure that there is a little more open space back there since you are still installing cabinets? In any case, this is probably a general issue. Other ovens have failed on self clean cycles. At this point, many people concider the self clean to be a marketing ploy and don't use it. Perhaps we just don't make enough spattering roasts, but I have easily wiped down the main oven. It wasn't stuck on hard. Perhaps the surface has anti stick coating? My self cleans have been done mainly to test the thermal fuse problem. By the way, the microwave interior is stainless steel and IS much harder to clean. In fact, that last sentence is probably my most important piece of information. I imagine it would apply to other convection microwaves....See MoreNeed quick help deciding Thermador ovens/steam oven combos
Comments (3)I decided to change and go with option 2. I wound up looking at the user manuals at the different pre set cooking differences on the steam ovens and the main ones are still there on the pro grand steam....See MoreHelp me decide on appliances -- extra wall oven vs. warming drawe
Comments (17)It is so hard trying to decide. I remember being in your shoes. One thing, which might help is to really think about how you cook, what you cook, how often you cook (you said vegetarians which maybe means casseroles) and how often you find your self needing another oven. And then think about how you can fulfill your cooking, baking, food prep needs. I used to have double wall ovens. Everyone thought I was insane to get rid of them. I rarely used them, only during parties. We switched to a range ( convection speed cooking) with a warming drawer. This works for our family far better than the extra oven. Space was a priority. Getting rid of the dwo meant more counter space. I like the warming drawer. We have teens that come in late from sports, clubs, activities and they find a warm meal in the drawer. When we have parties we can heat up the appetizers. Having the warming drawer gave us more space in our kitchen. This was a bigger need than two ovens. You too will figure out what works for you and it will be wonderful....See MoreSamsung vs. KitchenAid Wall Oven/Microwave
Comments (12)@stumpydarby I just had to buy a refrigerator as ours went out on Christmas day. I was going to get a Bosch as I love my Bosch dishwasher. I get an employee discount with Bosch, Samsung, Whirlpool & GE. I went to Lowes and looked at the Bosch and then came across the Samsung 4 door flex refrigerator. We have had a Samsung fridge b4 w/ no issues and we've had a samsung washer and dryer with nothing but issues. Two sets in 10 years. I really do think it's the luck of the draw on appliances nowdays due to all the features. I went with the Samsung fridge but paid full price bc they had one in stock and got it in 3 days. I am now looking for a microwave/convection combo or the set like you purchased. Microwave/oven combo. I am glad to hear that you have enjoyed your choice and have had no problems. Hope I have the same luck. :-)...See Morear3045
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