r/KitchenAppliances

Does anyone have a Neff N50 or AEG 7000 built-in combi microwave oven? How long does it actually take to preheat to 180°C using hot air/convection?

We're planning a kitchen renovation and want to clear counter space by replacing our microwave and beloved Sage countertop oven with a single built-in combi model. We're not sure if it's worth it if it takes ages to preheat, as we’ve been using our Sage 1-2 times day to cook small meals and toast quickly for years now.

TIA!

Edit: sales rep / manuals do not disclose preheat timings! Yes I have checked.. 🙂

Both ranges seem reasonably well built, have similar weight, plenty of capacity and power, are reasonably quiet in operation, well reviewed generally, have 3 prong electric compatibility, have more features than we'll ever use, and will cost about $2000 when on sale for labor day. We can't decide which to go with.

Here are key advantages of the GE PHS930YPFS:

- Display angle: The GE PHS930YPFS has excellent upward facing controls and display. Anybody taller or older is going to greatly prefer it to the LSIS6338FE, which has a display that is slightly angled up but requires you to get on your knees (or use an app) to do a lot of stuff.

- Storage drawer: The GE profile PHS930YPFS has an excellent soft close drawer that runs smooth and has a nice handle for pulling it out. The LG LSIS6338FE has a storage drawer with no handle so you pull it out by wedging your fingers into a little lip and the whole thing just screams "cheaply made", wobbling from side to side and made of the thinnest possible metal.

Here are key advantages of the LG LSIS6338FE:

- Knobs > touch: The LG LSIS6338FE has excellent metal knobs that work when your hands are wet and let you quickly change the temperature. The GE PHS930YPFS has tolerable touch controls but your hands need to be dry and it can be triggered randomly while cooking and it's just a lot more fussy to use than a knob.

- Glide rack: The LG LSIS6338FE comes with a very nice glide rack, the GE PHS930YPFS has standard racks only. You can buy a glide rack for the GE but it'll cost you $450 (WB48X20881), and that range already costs a bit more to begin with.

There are other differences, but we don't think they'll matter in daily use. We actually think the best model is the one that LG phased out - the LSE4617ST. It had upward facing dial based controls plus a high quality storage drawer, but it's out of stock everywhere. Thoughts on which of the current options is better?

GE PYE23KSDCSS French door with pullout freezer drawer.
It’s >10 years old and I know that it’s close to end of life, but it cools perfectly fine other than this awful sound recently. It’s like a hum that starts randomly and goes for about 15 minutes and doesn’t shut off when you open the door. Could it be the condenser? If so, worth replacing to save the fridge? I’ve uploaded a recording - LOUD! so lower your volume)

Thank you Reddit!

Steam is the most useless feature on a modern oven

Changing from miele. I like the Bosch 800 but the reviews and ratings scare me…. Too many issues. So Thermador or cafe/monogram. Anyone favorite? I need easier microwave controls. The Miele 4-steps until you heat coffee for 15 seconds is way too much. We use as micro mostly. But also use the oven part as second oven. Thoughts?

Hi I want to buy a good budget valued ice cream maker. I don't mind the pre freezed bowls and stuff I can plan ahead but what would be a good one for somebody in India because I tried kitchenif and the motor just let me down by eons. The ice cream machine is just a disaster i think.

I am juggling between ice70 and ice21 cuisinart. All opinions and options are welcomed

Didn't know where else to task...

Got myself a Ninja Detect 3 in 1 Blender Combo.

Tried the blender and the single serve smoothie cups, but after a few minutes (3-4) it stops and shows "E1".

I was about to send it back but gave it another try. Filled the smoothie cup with water and a little dish soap, put it in manual mode and let it run for 3 minutes. You have to restart every 60 seconds which is pretty annoying. But when I tried to start a 4th time it showed "E1". The same thing happened when I tried to blend some yogurt.

Is this normal? Also how are some recipes saying you have to blend for 6-7 minutes, when it turns off after just 3?

The only reason I got a Ninja is to make "anabolic ice cream". All the videos I saw showed (older) Ninja Blender, said to blend the mixture for a while...

Is it overheating? It's like 30°C/ 86°F inside...

Hello.
So I am in the market to buy a new dishwasher and a refrigerator. I visited two appliance stores in Illinois suburbs, ABT and Grand appliance. Sales people at both kept pushing LG and GE brands for both of those. They kept telling me that LG has had a turnaround after COVID in their appliances. Personally, my wife and I like KitchenAid models for both dishwasher and refrigerator, but the sales people were recommending otherwise. I come to you all for help!

Wife and I are looking to replace our old dishwasher. I was hoping to get recommendations from others in hope of finding a very good one.

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Just wondering what people think of this product? I Invented it with two engineers but didn't get it to market. I always found it very frustrating that domestic citrus juicers can only extract half an orange at a time. This juicer can extract 4 halves (2 oranges) in about 45 seconds after cutting. The yield isn’t as good as a normal electric juicer but saves a lot of time. The difference is about 10% - 15% less efficient including pulp and juice (depending on the orange). We didn’t try limes, lemons but with the right extra pieces I’m pretty sure it would work as well. The holder can fit small, medium and most large oranges. The two trays, cone and cover are all dishwasher friendly easy to assemble and disassemble. Any positive / negative views welcome thanks

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We have just reserved our new build with Barratt Homes. We have ordered and paid for the Pearl kitchen upgrade as this was sold as premium with AEG appliances, plinth lights, better worktops etc and the kitchen really matters to us. We get an invoice through with ‘Electrolux’ appliances listed not AEG like we saw in the show home and the worktop we were told we could get was the artic marble (laminated chipboard). Are they cutting corners? Does anyone know if we should be allowed say a quartz worktop and definite AEG appliances? I can’t find in writing what the pearl upgrade package specifically includes. It’s all been word of mouth. Your help is appreciated 😃

Opening Restaurant with no Gas.
Was formerly operating with induction tops (model type) but we found them to be a little unreliable and not quite efficient enough. They cost roughly around $400 and and generally lasted us a couple of years at most with bi-yearly repairs. We require 6 so thought an overall upgrade was the way to go.

Going up a price bracket is a significant jump up to (around 20k)

Im imagining we will go for something like this : https://www.industrykitchens.com.au/cooktek-helios-1200mm-freestanding-bench-with-3-x-drop-in-dual-hob-induction-cooktop-32a

Any and all suggestions welcome! would love to get some unbiased opinions and some first hand advice on the dos and dont’s.

Thanks in Advance!

My husband found good prices on appliances and then the sale ended. Now he's stressing about buying them now before the price changes again. Am I right to think that we might wait for another sale like Black Friday? Or a better time? When is the best time to wait? I just want a new stove and a new dishwasher.

Title - looking for options for built in sick faucets in my kitchen - who has one they love?? I searched the sub and didn’t see anything…

I’m researching options for a kitchen upgrade and keep coming across Fulgor Milano. I hadn’t really considered the brand before, so I’m curious what people who have actually used their appliances think.
How have they been in terms of everyday cooking, build quality, reliability, and service? I’m particularly interested in hearing about the ranges and ovens. Would you buy Fulgor Milano again, or are there other brands you’d choose instead at a similar price point?