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We needed a second oven, and had a somewhat small opening (27"w x 19"h) in the cabinet above our standard oven. Our old combo microwave toaster oven was too small for many baking needs, so we were looking for another combo or a pure convection oven.

The Sharp has been a great addition. We got it just in time for Thanksgiving, and used the mix/roast mode to cook a 16 lb turkey in about half the time (just over 2 hrs). The skin was browned and crispy, and even the breast meat remained moist (without any basting or injections).

The mixed mode baking works well, too. I've tried baking breads, biscuits, cookies, cakes and pies, and all came out fine. When using stoneware pans, the time savings over baking in the larger convection oven, even with the mixed microwave/convection mode, is not substantial. But the Sharp is large enough to accommodate almost all of our baking pans (with the exception of full-size cookie sheets), and is meeting our second oven needs.

The plain microwave mode seems a little weak compared to other microwaves of this size, but it is more powerful than our old microwave/toaster oven combo. The 'sensor cook' mode has not been very valuable for us - it always seems to stop heating too soon.

What's great about it: Fits smaller oven space, bakes well, reasonably priced

What's not so great: microwave seems underpowered

I would recommend this to a friend!

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Same reliable micro-convection as ever

on March 17, 2010

Posted by: Jess358

The first time I got this Sharp micro-convection oven was in 1989. I loved it then, but moved from that house and never replaced it with the same one. I just got the new updated one and it's basically still the same machine, but why mess with success? The mix feature is fantastic for cooking chicken in half the time of a conventional oven and it comes out just as brown, crispy, and juicy as a full on conventional oven. As I said, in the "what's not so great" the microwaves don't hit the floor of the oven for something very flat, like a papadum, so that has to be on one of the included racks on a plate to work. I would recommend this highly (and have).

What's great about it: an 'everything' oven

What's not so great: can't microwave very flat items on the floor of the tray.

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Great combination microwave/convection oven

on August 3, 2013

Posted by: plainjane1101

from Rockwall, TX

Gender:Female

Age:55-64

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This is the second Sharp microwave/convection oven we've owned. The first lasted many years and was replaced with just a microwave, which we soon regretted. We were delighted to recently find the same Sharp combination oven. It has the speed of a microwave oven and the even, efficient cooking of a convection oven. The turntable is large enough to hold a 13" x 9" pan, and the stainless steel interior is easy to clean.

Unfortunately the trim kit was very hard to find and apparently has been discontinued. When we ordered the trim kit in order for the oven to have a built-in appearance, the Sharp representative stated that only two remained in inventory.

What's great about it: Functionality -- microwave and convection oven in one

What's not so great: Trim kit apparently is no longer being manufactured

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Excellent microwave/convection oven

on May 17, 2013

Posted by: mbgrim

from Lafayette, LA

Gender:Female

Age:55-64

Verified Purchase:Yes

I love this product. It is replacing a previous Sharp convection/microwave which I loved and had for almost 20 years. I use the convection oven almost everyday. I love it because I do not have to heat a regular oven for 2-4 biscuits or any small item. It saves electricity this way and does not heat up my house. I used the express defrost yesterday and it worked amazingly well.

My Best Buy number: 2558769200

What's great about it: It has many useful features, works great

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Love this Microwave Convestion Oven

on April 8, 2013

Posted by: lewanna

from Drexel Hill, PA

Gender:Female

Age:55-64

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This is my third Sharp Microwave Convection over a period of 30years. I have used it for something as large as a 10lb Turkey under the convection setting to reheating leftovers on the microwave setting. I use it alot in the Summer so I don't have to turn the gas stove on. This oven is very easy to use and clean also. I wouldn't buy another.

What's great about it: Everything

What's not so great: Can't think of anything not so great about it.

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Best Convection Microwave on the market

on June 20, 2013

Posted by: Sonja1

from Houston TX

Gender:Female

Age:45-54

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My first Sharp lasted 17 years. Yep it was a great investment. The best convection oven for summer use in hot Texas.

What's great about it: Excellent quality

What's not so great: Not in all stores

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A kitchen essential in our family

on January 20, 2011

Posted by: InternetShopper2011

from Raleigh, NC

We've had a Sharp microwave/convection in our home continuously since 1984. This is the fourth one. When one dies, a replacement is a priority; and there is no substitute. Having the option of a second oven and a microwave all-in-one makes cooking large dinners so much easier. Baking in the microwave/convection combination mix mode provides quicker, even baking and roasting without heating up a full-size range--especially in the summer. It's a shame that this product doesn't get the advertising and store shelf space it deserves. Thank goodness for on-line purchasing. Highly rated.

What's great about it: Bakes and microwaves

What's not so great: The price

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Microwave that does everything

on November 10, 2011

Posted by: wkdsmom

from Murfreesboro, TN

Replacement for an expensive name brand microwave that lasted less than 2 years.
This microwave/convection oven more than meets my expectations. It is like another oven in addition to operating as a microwave . Directions easy to understand. Would highly recommend to anyone looking for a replacement, because this one comes with lots of outstanding features. Glad I made the decision to pay a little extra and get a Sharp microwave/convection oven.
The first microwave that we purchased was a Sharp. It lasted for 10+ years. The only reason that I did not use it longer was that we moved to a new house that had another brand. The first one was given to a family member who was a university student and he used it for 4 more years. The micros since then have been name brand but the quality has not been any where close to the Sharp. Will never have another brand.

What's great about it: Useful features

What's not so great: Slightly longer cooking time as it is 900 watts, but that is OK.

I would recommend this to a friend!

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