Best microwave deals January 2024: Sales from Samsung, Russell Hobbs and more

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It goes without saying the humble microwave can make your life much easier, with many models doing a whole lot more than simply warming up leftovers. With rising household costs, research has found a microwave is a more efficient way to cook, with the average model costing far less per day to run when compared with an electric oven – potentially saving you hundreds of pounds per year, thanks to a simple switch-up in kitchen appliances.

The good news is there are many different types of microwaves, meaning you’re sure to find one that suits your needs. There are solo models, which are basic microwaves that heat and defrost. Then there are grill versions, which combine normal microwave cooking with a grilling element. Finally, you can opt for a combi, which does everything the other two machines can do but can also roast, crisp and brown like a conventional oven.

If you’re unsure which model is best for you, we’d recommend reading our tried-and-tested reviews of the best microwaves, which demystify the entire buying process and answer all your questions.

But if you’re looking to make it a less costly purchase, you’ve come to the right place. With a constant eye out for a good deal, we’ve rounded up the best discounts on leading microwaves.

Read on for how you can save money on your next microwave and prepare to whip up meals in minutes with one of these top models.

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The best microwave deals for January 2024 are:

If you’re looking for a multifunction microwave, Panasonic’s model does it all, including steaming and grilling, so you won’t have to turn on your oven ever again. It featured in our round-up of the best microwaves, in which our writer said this is “the only one we tested with a unique built-in steam boiler and large 600ml water tank. The 27l capacity makes it among the biggest we tested and it accommodated oven-proof dishes easily”.

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Ever wanted to make your own yoghurt in the microwave? Or perhaps this is the culinary function you never knew you needed. Either way, this convection microwave oven from Samsung lets you do just that, as well as enabling you to make your own dough, using the fermentation function. There’s a deodorisation setting to get rid of unwanted odours after cooking, too.

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Here’s a sizable saving on a 20l microwave from Sharp, where a deal at Amazon has brought the price of the model down to just under £100. Sporting a compact design, the appliance features 10 power levels and 12 automatic cooking programs, including grilling, steaming and re-heating, and there’s an eco-mode function to help you save on energy.

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Scoop up a nice £70 saving when you invest in this Kenwood model at Currys. It should make dinner prep much easier, thanks to the cooking programs for specific foods, but if the eight programs available don’t cover it, just customise the settings (using the cooking memory function) to suit whatever it is you’re whipping up.

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Another one of our favourite microwaves has been discounted this month. With a 23l capacity, it looks sleek and modern and has a neat deodorising feature to remove smells, and an eco mode that turns it completely dark. “The ceramic enamel interior makes it very easy to keep clean and wipe down after any spills. It also doesn’t hold strong smells like some microwaves do,” our writer said in their review.

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Snap up this Smeg microwave oven with £80 off, exclusively online at AO. Not only does it boast a 34l capacity, with a 31.5cm turntable, this 1,000W appliance comes with 10 automatic programs to help you heat up your food faster. The sleek design features a nifty touchscreen and turn dial, for ease of use, and you can set reminder alerts, so you know exactly when your food is ready.

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This 800W microwave comes with a grill function, fulfilling all your cooking needs. It has eight cooking programs, including pizza, fish and popcorn. There’s additional features such as a digital clock, countdown timer and even a child safety lock option as well as an auto defrost and capacity of 20l.

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You won’t be wanting for more cooking room with this super capacious 40l appliance from Sharp. Now discounted by £95, the family-sized microwave lends its hand to grilling and baking, with temperatures up to 250C. There are five power levels and eight auto-cook functions, along with touch controls for making mealtimes more intuitive.

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This retro microwave oven from Swan is discounted online at Robert Dyas, and the 25l appliance is bound to make a stylish addition to any kitchen. With a 30-minute manual timer, five power levels plus a defrost setting, this should do the trick whatever you are reheating. Available in a gorgeous blue colour, if vintage is your moodboard at home, this is the microwave for you.

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This 800W microwave has five heat settings, a sizeable 20l capacity, and dual manual controls, making this appliance easy to use. It also includes features such as a defrost function, a 35-minute timer and a cool-touch door handle. Snap it up with more than £30 off at Robert Dyas.

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