Midea microwave ovens: how to choose, models, reviews

The Midea microwave oven is made by a Chinese company. Contrary to the fears of consumers, microwave ovens are quite reliable, they serve for years without failures and breakdowns. They are attracted by the cost – why pay more if there are high-quality and inexpensive models on the market that have all the necessary functions.

About Us

The history of Midea began in 1968. From a small workshop producing plastic products, a real manufacturing giant has grown, exporting its products all over the world. The company, which is in the TOP-5 manufacturers of household appliances in terms of sales, has many joint ventures.

In 2008, the Midea-Horizon joint venture was opened in Belarus, where microwave ovens, popular in Russia, are still produced today.

Innovative technologies

Midea not only increases the volume, but also constantly improves the technology. It has powerful research centers at its disposal, closely interacting with production. Among the innovative developments:

• Smart CleanTM is a special enamel that is easy to clean from dirt. It is used to process the inner surface of the chambers. From the walls covered with heat-resistant enamel, it is easy to remove traces of splashes and caked on fat.
• Smart CeramicsTM. Thanks to this coating, the surfaces are resistant to mechanical stress – they do not leave scratches.

Chinese stoves last a long time – it is not for nothing that all Midea products undergo a five-stage quality control.

The main characteristics of microwave ovens

Half a century ago, microwaves were only in restaurants, today they have settled in literally every kitchen. To choose the most suitable technique, you need to take into account your needs and the number of people. When choosing a model, pay attention to such nuances:

• Is there a grill, convection?
• What is the volume of the chamber, what can fit there? Only a small chicken can be placed in a 19-liter chamber. To bake a goose, you need a roomier chamber – 25 liters, no less. In order for the device to fully replace the oven, take a modification from 35 liters.
• If all you expect from a microwave is warming up and defrosting, it’s stupid to overpay for functions you don’t need. Do you want to bake delicious meat from time to time? Take a closer look at models with a grill and convection.
• Choosing the type of control, each buyer is guided by his preferences. Mature people more often choose the option with buttons and rounded knobs, the younger generation – a touch option with the ability to cook food by programming.

The best microwave ovens Midea

EG720CEE

This is one of the best Chinese brand microwaves. Luxurious functionality and reasonable price are the main things that attract the consumer. Parameters and design features:

• chamber for 20 l;
• microwave / grill power – 0,7 / 1 kW;
• touch panel control;
• there is a display, an alert signal, child protection, internal lighting.

SUPRA MWS-1803MW

Compared to the previous model, the MWS-1803MW is cheaper. The simplest 18-liter microwave, which has only the most necessary functions. Nothing extra. It has five power levels, defrost mode. Mechanical control. The design is universal, suitable for any interior.

What does Midea offer?

The Chinese company focuses on freestanding ovens. The brand’s feature is an original design that stands out from many brands. There are a variety of shades:

• champagne;
• anthracite;
• the black;
• white;
• silver, ivory;
• under stainless steel

The Chinese offer many stylistic solutions, you will find high-tech, classic or retro microwave ovens. You can choose an option for any interior. There are models decorated with bronze and brass fittings, there are models with semicircular glass in the door, with drawings on the glass and other interesting solutions.

Choose the type of control

Midea specifications also allow customers to choose the option to their taste:

• The volume of the chamber is 20-25 liters.
• Power – 0,7-1 kW.
• The inner coating of the chamber is stainless steel or enamel.

Three types of control:

• Mechanical. Reliability and durability. Power regulators. There is an electronic display. Some modifications are equipped with a button that turns off the rotation of the tray – it may be necessary when heating food in a dish with a non-standard shape and size.
• Electronic. More possibilities. Panel in several variations: numbers + buttons, buttons + rotary knob, touch.
• Touch. You can automate the process by setting the operating time, taking into account the weight and product names. Complex cooking recipes are also programmed. In some modifications, there is an option that allows you to memorize several of your own recipes.

Choosing a grill

In the Midea microwave oven, in addition to the grill, there is a spit on which you can string a whole chicken. There are three types of grill:

• TENOvy – static and dynamic.
• Quartz. More compact and more economical than the previous one.
• Ceramic. Provides fast cooking with a minimum of water loss – food does not dry out.

Many models are equipped with a convection function. The fan, blowing the product from different sides, allows you to use the microwave as an oven. Meat, fish, pies – everything can be cooked with convection.

Models overview

Budget microwave EM720CEE

Inexpensive household appliances are always interested in buyers. Budget microwave ovens are frequent guests of cottages and rented apartments. Looking for a cheaper option, people don’t buy a low-quality product, so they find a “golden mean” – a reliable, but not too expensive microwave oven. EM720CEE is just that.

Short description:

• Freestanding: Can be placed on a countertop or hung with brackets.
• The estimated price is 4 rubles.
• There is no steamer or convection.
• A necessary set of functions for heating and cooking food.
• Dimensions: 43x35x26 cm.
• The hinged door is opened with a long handle.
• Capacity – 20 l. This is enough to heat up a small pie or chicken.
• 0,7 kW.
• The coating of the chamber inside is white enamel.
• There is a clock and a quick start.
• touch type. Electronic display.

The most important functions: warming up and defrosting. They are implemented in two ways – with the setting of time or by weight. By setting the defrost mode, the user specifies the weight of the product (100-2000 g) or time (00,01-99,99 minutes). When the food is defrosted, the power is less than the nominal power by 30%.

Midea EM720 modifications

The EM720 microwave oven is available in two versions: CEE and CKE. They differ in appearance and set of functions. The characteristics of EM720CEE and EM 720CKE practically do not differ:

• Weight – a little over 10 kg.
• Capacity – 20 liters.
• Stand-alone.
• Dimensions: 43x25x35 cm.
• Plate diameter 25,5 cm.
• 5 power levels, maximum 0,7 kW.
• No grill or convection.
• The cost is 4 rubles.

MM720C4E-W

There is another modification in the EM720 model range – Midea MM720C4E-W, cheaper than the previous ones. Its estimated cost is 3700 rubles. Cheap due to mechanical control, no buttons.

Smart Clean coating is an enamel that is easy to clean. It has all the modes and functions described in previous models. It has 5 auto-cooking modes, there is a defrost, 5 power levels.

• Volume – 20 liters.
• Timer. The maximum time is 35 minutes.
• Sound alert and child protection.

Midea AG823A4J with grill

If you already buy a microwave, then one so that you can cook any dishes in it, many people argue like that. Then they need a modification with a grill. One of these stoves is AG823A4J. There is no auto-heating in it, but there is auto-cooking, defrosting and grilling, which means that you can cook any dishes in different modes.

Short description:

• Electronic type of control. Information is displayed on the display, you can track the status of the process.
• The mode and time are selected using separate buttons. Unlike touch, errors are excluded.
• Capacity – 23 liters.
• Power – 0,8 kW, grill – 1 kW.
• Enameled finish.
• The diameter of the plate is 27 cm.
• White body.
• The estimated cost is 4 rubles.

Built-in microwave oven AG820BJU-WH

All Midea built-in appliances are divided into several collections. Therefore, you can buy different equipment made in the same style: Hi-Tech, classic, Retro. Electronic button control. Fast heating and defrosting. Grill, auto-defrost and auto-cook. There is child protection.

Options:

• Capacity – 20 liters.
• 0,8 kW.
• 10 power levels.
• The inner lining is stainless steel.

User Reviews

AG720C4E-S: Lidia T., Biysk

The stove was bought a year ago for 4 rubles. – It was a very good offer. I was attracted by the fact that the stove was made in Belarus, although it is clear that the Chinese company is still more pleasant. The set includes a glass plate and a grill grate. I often use the door instead of a mirror, it has a mirror finish. But, alas, the camera is not visible through such a door. Minus – prints are visible on the mirror surface. The button that opens the door sometimes gets stuck for a couple of seconds. The clock is always fast. But convenient control – buttons and a regulator. For the price, it’s a decent stove with a lot of features.

MM820CXX-B: Peter F., Tver

For a long time they did without a microwave oven, but, having bought an apartment, they began to fill the kitchen with various appliances. Choosing a suitable model, I focused on warming up and defrosting – this was the main thing. Therefore, the budget option was suitable. The choice fell on the stylish black MM820CXX-B. Not easily soiled is a plus. A comfortable handle is much more reliable than a push-button opening of the door. 20 liters of volume is enough for a medium-sized plate. Inconvenient control – it is not possible to accurately set the time with rotary switches. When closing, the door slams.

One of Midea’s goals is to provide a comfortable life for little money. Microwaves of the brand, belonging to the middle price segment, are not inferior to the leading European manufacturers either in quality or in functionality. Interest in them in Russia is natural. A nice “bonus” is an original and stylish design that attracts the attention of aesthetes.