Neff microwave ovens: how to choose, pros and cons

A lot of water has flown under the bridge since Carl Neff created his first oven. Today, buyers are interested not only in ovens, but also in microwave ovens, which Neff actively produces along with other household appliances. If you are looking at Neff, a review of the indicated brand of microwaves will be useful to you.

Neff – a microwave oven with history

In 1877, the first Neff workshop was organized in the small German town of Baden-Württemberg. Carl Neff previously worked as a plumber, and the simplicity of design has reached ovens and microwaves.

Where is the equipment produced? Neff? The main factories are located on German soil – hoods, induction and electric cooking surfaces, the vast majority of ovens, dishwasher. The lion’s share of the attention of the designers and engineers of the company, who care about the quality of the assembly, is given to products of their own manufacture.

The rest of the equipment is made in Italy – mainly gas hobs and stoves, because the reputation of Italians in the gas industry is well known throughout Europe.

Partially, the equipment is manufactured in France and Spain – factories in these countries were built in order to reduce the burden on the rest of the production.

Types of Neff Microwaves

The company offers the buyer two main types of furnaces:

• recessed;
• microwave ovens.

Ovens + microwaves

They are ideal for small kitchens. Microwave ovens combine the advantages of both sides. In appearance, this is an ordinary oven with three shelves. But it works like this: if you are cooking meat goulash from frozen meat, and you have little time to defrost, you can do it with the help of waves, and cook the dish itself in the usual way.

The equipment is easily controlled with Full Touch Control technology. It provides selection of the optimal temperature and cooking time, which is displayed on the TFT display. After adding spices, vegetables and fragrant herbs to the dish, turn on the oven mode – and cooking will bring only pleasure.

Built-in microwave ovens

With Neff microwaves, time in the kitchen will be comfortable – it will always help out if you need to defrost meat, reheat soup or make sandwiches for breakfast in a couple of minutes. The built-in microwave “Neff” will complement the interior and provide your convenience in cooking. Each individual model has its own set of automatic programs, they are already set for a specific time and temperature.

The ovens have a display and memory for storing your own recipes. Some also have a grill for an inimitable crispy crust on pizza or other dishes.

Accessories

Having touched upon the topic of ovens with microwaves, we will say a few words about the accessories with which you can complete the appliance. Useful accessories from the official manufacturer include:

• gratings;
• pizza pans;
• capacious stewpan for cooking both in the oven and in the wave mode;
• cleaning equipment;
• replacement filters.

Models overview

Let’s start our rating with ovens with a microwave function.

C17MR02N0

Electric independent oven with a volume of 45 liters is energy efficient class A, has a power of 3,65 kW. Case dimensions: 45,5×59,6×54,8 cm (WxDxH). It warms up to a maximum of 275 degrees.

Important! Be careful: if you often cook dishes with a temperature treatment of 280-300 degrees, this model may not suit you.

1000W microwave function included. Plus electric grill, convection and defrost option.

Touch control, timer with shutdown function.

Features:

• folding door;
• backlit camera;
• cooling Fan;
• blocking from children;
• protective shutdown;
• the design includes an electronic clock;
• silver body.

The cost is from 81 rubles.

C17MS22N0

Another silver cabinet, designed for 45 liters. Energy class – A, power – 3,65 kW.

• The body parameters are 45,5×59,6×54,8 cm (WxDxH).
• The maximum heating is 300 degrees.
• As in the previous version, microwaves – 1000 watts.
• Other functions duplicate the previous model: electric grill, convection and defrosting are provided.
• Touch control.

The cost is slightly higher: from 94 rubles.

C18MT27N0

Difference from the previous two in the presence of a temperature probe. However, according to user reviews, this is not the most useful and necessary option in this technique, it is more of a marketing ploy than a really demanded functionality.

Extra charges:

• Easy Clean is a cleaning system that saves the user’s energy and time.
• Full Touch Control – easy operation with TFT touch display.

The cost is from 121 rubles.

C28QT27N0

The most expensive combined oven Neff – from 153 rubles. Differences in design and execution:

• 12 heating modes;
• 32 auto programs;
• option to add steam;
• sound timer with shutdown;
• telescopic guides;
• 4 glass doors;
• inverter power level control;
• the possibility of heating dishes without food;
• removable water tank.

Features:

• Microwaves with Vario Steam for juiciness inside and crispy outside.
• Two types of cleaning: pyrolytic and Easy Clean.

Important! The basis of pyrolytic cleaning is the process of pyrolysis – the burning of fats at high temperatures to the state of soot. Unpleasant odors are neutralized by a special filter. This is one of the most effective cleaning among analogues that do not require consumables.

We continue to review the models, now individual microwave ovens.

C17GR00N0

A 21-liter built-in model with body dimensions of 59,4×38,2×32 cm. The stove weighs 19 kg. The microwave oven is equipped with a grill and 5 power levels (microwaves – 900 W).

Electronic control has a display and convenient touch buttons. Optional: defrosting mode, including automatic, several automatic programs.

Features:

• The system of uniform distribution of microwaves is implemented.
• Camera with LED light.
• Sound notification.
• Child lock.
• The door opens to the right.

The price is from 53 rubles.

H11WE60N0

A more budgetary version of the built-in microwave oven for 20 liters, silver design with body dimensions 59,4×38,2×29,7 cm. Equipped with a tray 24,5 cm. Inside the chamber is covered with stainless steel. The control panel, as in other models, is electronic with a display. Tact/button switches.

Equipped with automatic programs (3 recipes) and defrost mode. There are also 4 automatic modes for defrosting. The user can memorize his own recipes.

Features:

• Illuminated camera.
• Sound notification.
• Child lock.
• Left opening door (button).
• Frameless design.

The price is from 20 rubles.

H12WE60S0

Similar to the previous one, the H12WE60S0 model is designed for 25 liters. Dimensions: 59,4×38,2×36,9 cm. Tray with a diameter of 31,5 cm. Inside the chamber is covered with stainless steel. Microwave power is 800W, there are 5 levels. Electronic control, display and buttons for easy use.

About modes:

• Defrosting.
• Autocook.
• 3 auto programs.
• 4 auto-defrost modes.
• Save your recipes.

The camera is illuminated, there is a sound alarm. The door opens to the left with a button. The model is implemented in a stylish black design solution. The cost starts from 26 rubles.

H12WE60N0

Absolutely similar model, with one difference – silver design. All other parameters are the same. The price is slightly lower – you can find it from 23 rubles, although the cost of the last two models is identical in the official online store.

User Reviews

Evelina, Pskov

Recently got a new microwave. NEFF H12 WE 60N0. I was impressed by the volumetric chamber (as for a built-in stove) and stylish design. Let’s go through the cons. It was possible to build in only to the left wall. If you embed to the right, there will be a gap in the place where the door is attached – this does not look aesthetically pleasing. On the right side, everything is beautiful – most likely, it is designed for left-handers, but we were not warned about this in the store. It is not possible to build it on the other side, so it will take us a very long time to observe this gap. Only later did they see that there were options for opening the door in the other direction. There are no complaints about the functionality.

Alla, Moscow

I have C17MR02N0 – this is an unrealistically cool technique. Not only is it a 2-in-1 oven and microwave, but there is also a grill and convection. This is already 4-in-1, for such money it’s just a dream. Excellent vaunted German quality lived up to expectations, although according to the marking it turned out that it was assembled in France. Very pleasant to use: both visually pleasing and easy to manage. I have already prepared so many new dishes that I was afraid to approach with my gas oven before. I recommend it to anyone who loves multifunctional appliances, savings and delicious food.

Possible damage

Each brand of equipment is prone to one or another malfunction. In some microwave ovens, the first the magnetron wears out, in others, electronics suffer. Let’s figure out what failures are typical for Neff microwaves:

• The oven stops heating food or not doing it well enough. Most likely, the magnetron broke, although low voltage in the mains is not ruled out.
• Dish stopped spinning, but the clock is running. This cymbal drive failure or a door open sensor.
• Microwave oven turns off during operation, which indicates the overheating of the magnetron.
• RџSЂRё sensor failure paths that carry current are broken.
• If The oven does not respond to pressure at all. buttons, a high-voltage fuse may have blown, a transformer has shorted, or a safety diode has broken.

In any of these situations, you will need the help of a master – do not risk the integrity of the equipment and your health, entrust the repair to a specialist. If the equipment is still under warranty, contact the service center.

Results

Quality, style and functionality – this is how Neff microwave ovens can be briefly described. For a small kitchen, there are combined microwave ovens – do not lose sight of this option. They will be a worthy purchase and excellent helpers. Breakdowns are extremely rare, but with the knowledge of possible problems and their “symptoms” you will be able to avoid a complete failure of the electrical appliance. We wish you a good choice!