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Wolf MWC24 convection-microwave oven

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Expert Review

Wolf MWC24 convection-microwave oven

Date Published: 4/29/08

The Wolf MWC24 convection-microwave oven offers more options in terms of kitchen design than you'll find with many other products in this category. This model gives you the versatility to install over 36-inch as well as 30-inch ovens. In order to build-in this unit in this manner, you will need to purchase a trim kit in the width of your oven. Doing so, however, will add substantially to the cost of your convection-microwave. Expect to pay an additional $279 for this trim kit.

Although Wolf's model comes in black only, it can be attractive in a kitchen featuring stainless steel or other metallic appliances. Making the oven fit the room can be quite easy if one of the trim kits matches your color scheme. Choose from kits in classic, platinum or carbon finishes, each of which is designed to match other products in the Wolf suite of appliances.

While we prefer Wolf's MWC24 for kitchens with unique installation needs, the outstanding features of the model lend it to less unusual applications as well. Both microwave and convection functions work well separately or together for the ultimate in time savings. Baking and roasting take advantage of the convection heat and result in foods with beautifully browned crusts and exteriors.

In microwave mode you will find programs that use a sensor for error-free cooking -- regardless of serving size or number of portions. An unusual slow cook mode is a nice addition that allows crock-pot-style cooking with convection for up to four hours.

Equipped with a built-in menu, the MWC24 offers a guide to recipes and provides helpful cooking hints in your choice of English, Spanish or French. Included with this convection-microwave oven is a tray for elevating microwavable bagged popcorn and preventing meats from sitting in juices. A rack is also provided for multi-level baking of cookies, pies, breads and cakes.

Priced as competitively as any convection-microwave, Wolf's MWC24 is a great addition to any kitchen, but is particularly adept in unusual situations that require more versatility.


Pros: Adaptable to unusual kitchen designs, unique colors and 36-inch wall ovens, offers unusual 4-hour slow cook mode, sensor
Cons: Comes in black only



Warranty
1 year



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Product Specs

Height
14-7/8 in.
Capacity
1.5 cu. ft.
Cooking power
900 watts
Depth
20-1/8 in.
Power levels
10
Width
24 5/8 in.
Auto defrost
yes





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