Do you have a microwave/convection oven combination? Or do you have a counter top convection oven?

Question

I have been thinking of buying a counter top convection oven.For the sake of counter space I was thinking about a micro/convection combo unit.If you own either a combo oven or just a convection oven I would like to hear your comments.What do you like about it,dislike.Any information is appreciated. Thanks.

Answer 1

I have a countertop convection oven (toaster oven), and I love it.  It has the option to use convection for baking/roasting (fan), which speeds up the cooking time, or not. Plus broiling, and of course toasting.  There is nothing I dislike about it.  I love it mostly because it's a good sized one so fits some good sized baking dishes if needed, the cooking time is great when baking casseroles, and it doesn't heat up the kitchen on a hot day like the standard sized oven does.  I haven't used it for making desserts, but I would think standard cooking (not the convection feature) would probably be best.

Answer 2

Neither.  I hate giving up counter space.  I have a microwave/hood vent combo over my stove, and a convection oven built into my stove.

Answer 3

I once had a Thermidor combination convection/microwave/regular oven.  It was wonderful, because I had a huge area to microwave in, and it took metal:) ...  Thermidor is a great brand of ovens, but they're pretty pricey.....  I actually didn't use the convection oven much, and don't miss it at all since we moved from that house.....