When deciding which particular microwave oven to buy, different people tend to consider a lot of different things. There are people that prefer a microwave that’s got mechanical knobs over touch key buttons, and there are those who would like a retro look over a more modern design. The Comfee EM720CPL PMB countertop microwave takes up a more modern design, making it the best microwave for seniors who prefer to stick with the benefits of modern day technology. Like many microwave ovens in its category, it’s got a compact size of about 0.7 cu ft, a variety of cooking settings, and a power output of 700 Watts. Get on with the rest of this review to see if it could be the best microwave for you.
Why We Like It – Comfee Microwave
As you’ll see in this Comfee Microwave Review, the EMP720CPL PMB 700 watt microwave boasts of a 0.7 cubic foot capacity, easy one touch buttons, useful cooking functions, and a large 12.4 inch glass turntable for preparing large meals.
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- 11 power levels
- Eco function for energy efficiency
- Mute function for quiet operation
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- Relatively low wattage
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Power & Performance
Best suited for a small kitchen, the stainless steel PMB countertop microwave oven has got about 11 power levels, and this is just 1 more than what its retro counterpart has got to offer. The fairly wide selection of power levels allows for more accurate results when cooking, as well as a wider range of options in how you can cook your food. The Samsung ME19R7041FG 1.9 Cu.Ft. Black Stainless Over The Range on the other hand, is a slightly higher power output microwave oven at 1000 Watts, this means it’ll be able to get your meals prepared slightly faster than the Comfee EM720CPL PMB microwave.
Durability
The best microwaves are built to go for between 5 and 10 years of service, and if you opt for more premium levels, this can jump up to 15 years. The EM720CPL PMB countertop microwave oven is more of a regular type, but it does come with a 1 year full warranty so that if you experience any problems with the unit during its first year of use, all you need to do is contact the customer care center and they’ll get to sort you out.
Ease of Use
When you’re buying something that’s going to be used by a senior, ease of use is normally one of the many things that stays top of mind. The Comfee EM720CPL PMB Countertop microwave ticks that box, as its control panel has well labelled controls that make it really easy to decide on what you’d want to do. If dealing with touch key controls does not sound very interesting, then the Top Rotary Commercial Microwave Oven may be worth considering, as it features two dials that let you adjust the cooking power and cooking time on the microwave. Inside you’ll also find a 12.4 inch glass turntable that’s easy to remove, and also a lot easier to clean.
Added Features & Versatility
The Comfee 700 watt microwave oven allows you to make a number of your favourite meals without necessarily knowing the kind of settings you need to input into the microwave. It’s got a number of one touch cooking presets & power settings that allow you to quickly prepare instant popcorn, potato, pizza, frozen vegetables, beverages or even reheat your meals. Inside, whatever’s on the 12.4 inch turntable is illuminated thanks to bright LED lighting, and the LED display on top of the control panel is also useful as it features a kitchen timer that you can use to time your other activities in the kitchen.
Value
Unlike the Nostalgia Microwave, the Comfee EM720CPL PMB countertop features a mute button that you can use to shut the sound off especially if you have a young child sleeping in the house, and you’d not want to wake them up. Another worthwhile feature is the child safety lock setting on the microwave, and this is key especially for preventing unauthorized use. To make the Comfee compact microwave more energy efficient, you opt to switch it to eco mode, where it will then turn off the LED digital display. However, if it used inverter technology for its microwave cooking like the Panasonic NN-SN766S microwave, we think it would be a lot more efficient in energy consumption.
Comfee Microwave Wrap Up
At a 0.7 cu ft capacity, the Comfee EM720CPL PMB countertop is definitely a small microwave, but its size also makes it the best microwave oven to use in a tight space like an office kitchen. The microwave is also available in a variety of color options, as you’ll be able to get it in either pearl white or black. While the Comfee brand might not be as well known as brands like Black Decker or even Farberware Classic cookware, it still presents an alternative that is of good quality and could be the best microwave to go for especially if you’re under a tight budget.
