Siemens microwave ovens: how to choose, pros and cons

A Siemens microwave oven is a royal gift for any housewife. The products of the German concern have long been popular in Russia. When choosing Siemens, the consumer relies on reliability, energy efficiency and environmental friendliness.

About Siemens

Siemens has been leading its history since 1847. Today it is a real industrial giant, uniting a variety of industries. Household appliances are only one of the segments of the concern’s production activities. It occupies one of the leading places in the world – it is represented in 190 countries.

Why a microwave oven in the kitchen

10-15 years ago, microwave ovens were almost a luxury, few people could afford a smart stove. Yes, and there was not much choice: only a few models equipped with a minimum of functions. When experts proved that microwaves do not cause any harm to cooked dishes, the demand for microwave ovens has become more lively.

Today it is a stylish household appliance that performs a lot of useful processes. Each model of the Siemens brand is equipped with automatic programs that facilitate the cooking process. Smart ovens save a lot of time: warming up, defrosting, cooking takes a matter of minutes.

How to choose a Siemens microwave oven

For Siemens, the production of stoves is a small part of the activity, but the company presents a consistently wide range of models to the consumer’s judgment. Different color, design, power – what to choose? Which modification to stop? When looking for household appliances, you need to be guided by certain criteria. You have already understood that Siemens is trustworthy, it remains to figure out how to choose the model that is best suited for a particular family.

Criterias of choice:

• Spaciousness. For two, 15-17 liters is enough, for a family of 3-4 people – 25-27 liters. A large family will be satisfied with a 30-40 l stove – you don’t have to cook or reheat portions in turn.
• Power – the more capacious the camera, the more it is. But in the case of Siemens, users do not have to worry about energy costs – all of its models are economical and consume a minimum. The equipment is reliably protected from possible power surges in the network.
• Functional. The larger it is, the wider the possibilities for its owners. Looking closely at the model, you need to coordinate your requirements with its skills – there is no point in paying for modes that you do not need.

Which grill to choose

When choosing a microwave, you need to consider the accompanying nuances. Many stoves are equipped with a grill – quartz or spiral. Which to choose? You need to proceed from your needs: how often do you expect to use it?

The quartz type is a more economical solution, since when turned on, the temperature required for frying is instantly set. But the spiral type can adapt to the shape and composition of the dish being prepared.

Advanced Siemens technology

The company is famous for innovative developments. She presents the INNOWAVE series, which uses inverter technology. Such models are characterized by increased cooking speed and chamber capacity. They are equipped with a special grill – developed by Siemens and the function of automatic cooking by weight.

The device works automatically according to the program stored in the memory. She herself sets the appropriate mode, power and duration of the process. The user only specifies the type of product and its weight. The memory can save the settings used regularly: if necessary, it can be called up by pressing the appropriate button. The maximum number of commands that can be stored in the device memory is 20.

Comfort control

All modifications are simple and easy to use, they have a clear interface. The cooking process is automated using a sensor and additional settings.

The control panel elements are arranged in such a way as to eliminate confusion, but even if the user mixes something up, the settings can be changed already during the cooking process. For the sake of safety, the manufacturer has provided automatic correction of incorrectly specified settings.

Features of cooking

Siemens microwaves, in addition to microwaves and grill, cook food using the Quantum Speed ​​oven. The principle of its operation is based on the simultaneous use of different sources of heat and radiation. In fact, this is a whole oven with a microwave. Products cooked in this mode are covered with an appetizing, crispy crust. Moreover, cooking is carried out very quickly, unlike a conventional oven.

Models that have Quantum Speed ​​have a large volume – 34 liters.

How to choose microwave power

The indicators have a wide range: 90-900 watts. There are 5 levels – each for a specific process:

• defrosting – 180 W;
• heating – 600-900 W;
• cooking – 360-600 W;
• maintaining a hot look – 90 watts.

What are microwave ovens

Siemens, like any major manufacturer, offers two types:

• recessed;
• stand-alone.

A feature of the German company is a small selection. Manufacturers do not strive for an abundance of assortment, as it has everything that the consumer needs. Each modification is equipped with a certain set of functions and is not repeated in color, design, nuances of work.

Freestanding stoves are not as popular with buyers as built-in ones due to the price. German microwaves are more expensive than their counterparts.

Overview of Siemens microwaves

HF 15M540

A budget option. It is taken by people who prefer quality to dubiously large functionality offered by Chinese and Russian manufacturers – it contains only the most necessary. This is a good purchase for a family of 2-3 people. Technical features:

• Enamel coating inside the chamber.
• Capacity – 17 liters.
• Electronic control. The buttons are normal, not touch.
• LCD display.
• Minimum intellectual stuffing: timer (99 minutes maximum), memory function. You can create a custom program to run whenever you need to cook eggs or reheat sausages.
• Automatic mode provides 4 defrost programs and 3 for cooking.
• It produces up to 0,8 kW.
• The depth of the apparatus is 32 cm, the width is 42 cm.
• The turntable diameter is 24,5 cm.

This is not the best option for a modern kitchen, the lack of a grill is a big minus for many consumers. Such modifications are valuable for office use.

The model is out of use. Its estimated cost is 4 rubles.

HF 15M564

This practical and reliable built-in microwave is made in a minimalist style (black or silver). Chamber with a volume of 20 liters, covered with stainless steel inside. Cook Control technology is needed to automatically select power based on the weight and type of product specified by the user. There is a child lock.

Characteristics and features:

• waves – 0,8 kW;
• 5 levels;
• electronic control;
• recipes in memory;
• cord 1,3 m with euro plug;
• Estimated cost – 25 rubles.

BF 634RGS1

The novelty is made in the color “stainless steel”. Embedded, equipped with an inverter magnetron – productive and durable. Expensive modification – about 47 rubles.

There is no turntable, so there is more free space in the chamber. There are auto programs Cook Control, thanks to which you can defrost and cook 7 different dishes.

Features and Specifications:

• 5 power steps from 90 to 900 W.
• Door on the right, automatic opening.
• The inner lining is stainless steel.
• Stainless steel color case.

HF 15G240 и HF 15G540

Grilling is becoming almost the norm. If the equipment is bought as a full-fledged kitchen assistant, and not just for the sake of warming up and defrosting, it is recommended to get acquainted with the HF 15G240 model. It differs from HF 15G540 only in power (0,8 kW), combined mode – grill + microwave waves and the presence of a grate in the package.

All other characteristics are the same. Even the cost is approximately equal – within 4 rubles. This is a cheap and simple technique – Siemens does not complicate the control system, making it as accessible to the average user as possible. The simple layout of the buttons and the explanatory inscriptions make it easy to master everything.

The 15G240 is only available in white. Those who prefer silver color choose 15G540. The inner surface is made of stainless steel: it is more difficult to clean off, but it looks more spectacular, impact-resistant, wear-resistant, resistant to temperature extremes.

HF 25M5L2 and HF 25M6L2

Built-in microwaves are distinguished by a stylish design, they easily fit into any kitchen set. 25M6L2 – black with silver buttons separated by a switch.

• Power – 0,9 kW.
• Grill and other difficulties are not present.
• Liquids are heated at maximum power.
• There is a Cook Control function.
• Seven auto programs.
• Defrost algorithms.

Reviews

HF15M564: Vladimir Yu., Tver

The oven is compact and economical, meets expectations. True, the design is primitive – under the 90s. The disadvantage is the high price, the cramped chamber – you can’t stick in a large plate. Easily gets dirty. The door closes noisily. Heats well, at low power quickly warms up. It is inconvenient that the power cord is too short. In general, the microwave is of high quality, reliable, but for the money spent you want something more.

BF 634RGS1: Karolina P., Saratov

It goes well with ovens and other kitchen appliances. The facade of the product is black glass. Although the equipment is complex and expensive, the management did not raise any questions, everything is very simple, intuitively understandable. Since there is no rotating pallet, you don’t have to think about what, how and where to put it – you just put what fits. 21 liters of volume is enough for our small family.

Conclusion

Any Siemens microwave, regardless of capacity and functionality, becomes a reliable help in the kitchen. Carrying out the assigned tasks, German stoves do not fail – they are reliable and durable. The high cost is justified by the functionality and reliability, which are based on the company’s innovative developments.

All microwave ovens have a stylish design, so they will become not only useful, but also a beautiful acquisition for your kitchen.