Speed ovens and microwave drawers
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A luxury kitchen rarely has a countertop microwave. Instead, you get one of two built-in answers: a microwave drawer that tucks under the counter or into an island, or a speed oven that combines a microwave with a convection oven and sits in the wall with your other ovens. The models we cover list from about $2,000 to about $5,200.
The short answer: if you only reheat, defrost and make popcorn, buy a 30-inch microwave drawer. The Sharp SMD3070ASY (about $1,999.99 list) does the job for the least money, and the Bosch 800 Series and Wolf drawers add app control or a matching look. If you want a second oven that also microwaves, buy a speed oven. The Wolf E Series 30-inch (about $3,700) is the cleanest match for a Wolf kitchen, the Monogram Advantium (about $4,840) is the feature leader, and the Miele 24-inch PureLine (about $5,199) suits a Miele oven wall.
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Every model we review (6)
| Speed oven / microwave | Width | Type | List price | Full warranty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bosch 800 Series 30-inch Smart Microwave Drawer | 30″ | Microwave drawer | $2,499 | 1-yr full |
| Miele PureLine 24-inch Speed Oven | 24″ | Speed oven | $5,199 | 2-yr full |
| Monogram Statement 30-inch Five-in-One Wall Oven with 240V Advantium | 30″ | Speed oven | $4,840 | 2-yr full |
| Sharp 30-inch Microwave Drawer Oven | 30″ | Microwave drawer | $2,000 | 1-yr full |
| Wolf 30-inch Transitional Drawer Microwave | 30″ | Microwave drawer | $2,595 | 2-yr full |
| Wolf E Series Transitional 30-inch Speed Oven | 30″ | Speed oven | $3,700 | 2-yr full |
List prices when last checked; configurations, finishes and panels change the price. Click a column to sort.
Bosch 800 Series 30-inch Smart Microwave Drawer
Bosch · Speed oven / microwave · Microwave drawer
- $2,499 MSRP
- 30″ wide
- Electric
- 1-yr full warranty
- Capacity (cu ft): 1.2
- Microwave (watts): 950
The Bosch 800 Series 30-inch smart microwave drawer (HMD8054UC) is the pick if you want app control and lots of automatic programs at a mid-range price. It has 1.2 cubic feet, 950 watts, 11 power levels, 26 CookSmart auto programs and Home Connect Wi-Fi. AJ Madison lists an MSRP of about $2,499, and both Bosch and AJ Madison list it at $2,249. It's the only connected drawer here, but its warranty is just 1 year and stock was tight on Bosch's site.
Miele PureLine 24-inch Speed Oven
Miele · Speed oven / microwave · Speed oven
- $5,199 MSRP
- 24″ wide
- Electric
- 2-yr full warranty
- Capacity (cu ft): 1.52
The Miele PureLine 24-inch speed oven (H 7840 BM) is the most capable speed oven here and the best fit for tech-minded cooks and compact kitchens. It combines microwave and convection with 14 operating modes, an 85 to 475°F range, a wired roast probe, MasterChef automatic programs and Wi-Fi. Authorized retailers list it at about $5,199 in all three colors. It's the priciest of the three, it's 24 inches wide, and Miele doesn't publish its microwave wattage in US sources.
Monogram Statement 30-inch Five-in-One Wall Oven with 240V Advantium
Monogram · Speed oven / microwave · Speed oven
- $4,840 MSRP
- 30″ wide
- Electric
- 2-yr full warranty
- Capacity (cu ft): 1.7
- Microwave (watts): 925
The Monogram Statement 30-inch Five-in-One wall oven with 240V Advantium (ZSB9232VSS) is the speed oven for families who want the most automation. It speedcooks, bakes with true European convection, toasts, warms and proofs, and microwaves, with 175-plus preprogrammed menu items, an in-oven camera and Wi-Fi. AJ Madison lists an MSRP of about $4,840, selling near $4,400. The 925-watt microwave is modest, and retailer warranty listings conflict, but the feature set is excellent for the money.
Sharp 30-inch Microwave Drawer Oven
Sharp · Speed oven / microwave · Microwave drawer
- $2,000 MSRP
- 30″ wide
- Electric
- 1-yr full warranty
- Capacity (cu ft): 1.2
- Microwave (watts): 950
The Sharp 30-inch Microwave Drawer (SMD3070ASY) is the value pick among microwave drawers and the one most kitchens should start with. It offers 1.2 cubic feet, 950 watts, 12 sensor-cook settings and a concealed control panel that tilts up to 45 degrees. List price is about $1,999.99, and Sharp and Abt showed it at $1,599.99. It matches the Wolf and Bosch drawers on capacity and wattage for less. You give up Wi-Fi, luxury-brand styling and longer warranty coverage.
Wolf 30-inch Transitional Drawer Microwave
Wolf · Speed oven / microwave · Microwave drawer
- $2,595 MSRP
- 30″ wide
- Electric
- 2-yr full warranty
- Capacity (cu ft): 1.2
- Microwave (watts): 950
The Wolf 30-inch Transitional drawer microwave (MD30TE/S) is the one to buy if you want your microwave to match a Wolf kitchen and install flush with your cabinets. It has 1.2 cubic feet, 950 watts, 10 power levels, sensor cooking and a Keep Warm setting of up to 99 minutes. List price is about $2,595. On paper it does the same core job as Sharp's drawer for about $600 more, so you're paying mostly for the Wolf design and flush-inset option.
Wolf E Series Transitional 30-inch Speed Oven
Wolf · Speed oven / microwave · Speed oven
- $3,700 MSRP
- 30″ wide
- Electric
- 2-yr full warranty
- Capacity (cu ft): 1.6
- Microwave (watts): 900
The Wolf E Series Transitional 30-inch speed oven (SPO3050TE/S/T) is the one to buy if you want a speed oven that matches a Wolf wall oven and is easy to use. It combines a 900-watt microwave, convection, micro-bake and micro-roast and a 1,500-watt broiler in a 1.6-cubic-foot cavity, with 13 cooking modes and an 8-inch color touchscreen. List price is about $3,700. It has no Wi-Fi, and Monogram packs more features for a similar price, but Wolf's design and simplicity win many kitchens.
How to choose a speed oven or microwave drawer
Speed oven or microwave drawer?
Start with what you'll actually cook. A microwave drawer is a microwave in a better location: it opens toward you at counter height, so kids can reach it and you never lift a hot bowl over your head. All three drawers on our list hold 1.2 cu ft, and Sharp, Wolf and Bosch all rate them at 950 W.
A speed oven adds convection and broil to the microwave, so it can roast, bake and brown as well as reheat. That makes it a real second oven in a kitchen that has room for only one full-size wall oven. Our guide what is a speed oven explains how the combination modes work and when a speed oven beats a microwave.
Where each one installs
Microwave drawers go under the counter, usually in an island or below a wall oven. Plan the drawer near where you prep and serve, and keep it out of the dishwasher's landing zone.
Speed ovens go in the wall, typically stacked above or beside a full-size oven, a coffee machine or a warming drawer. Width matters: the Wolf and Monogram are 30-inch units, while the Miele is a 24-inch unit designed to line up with Miele's 24-inch column. Electrical needs differ too. The Miele and the Monogram Advantium both call for a 240/208 V, 30 A circuit, so confirm that with your electrician early.
Specs that matter
For drawers, compare controls and convenience rather than power, since the wattage is the same. Bosch adds Home Connect and 26 auto programs, Wolf adds a Gourmet preset mode and up to 99 minutes of Keep Warm, and Sharp is the simplest and least expensive.
For speed ovens, compare capacity and modes. The Monogram lists 1.7 cu ft and an in-oven camera, the Wolf 1.6 cu ft and 13 cooking modes, and the Miele 1.52 cu ft, 14 modes and a wired roast probe.
Price and warranty
Wolf, Miele and Monogram list 2-year warranties on these models, while Bosch and Sharp list 1 year. Speed ovens and drawers are sold through appliance dealers and work best as part of a package with your other ovens.
For ranked picks, see the best microwave drawers and the best speed ovens, or compare two favorites in Wolf vs Miele speed oven. Planning a full oven wall? Browse luxury wall ovens.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the difference between a speed oven and a microwave drawer?
A microwave drawer is only a microwave, mounted under the counter with a drawer that opens toward you. A speed oven combines a microwave with convection and broil elements, so it can reheat quickly and also roast, bake and brown. Choose a drawer if you only reheat; choose a speed oven if you need a compact second oven.
Are microwave drawers worth it?
For most remodels, yes. A drawer frees counter space, sits at a safe height for kids and keeps the microwave out of sight in an island. The trade-offs are cost, since the Sharp drawer lists around $2,000 versus far less for a countertop microwave, and capacity, at 1.2 cu ft on all three drawers we cover.
How much does a speed oven cost?
The speed ovens we cover list from about $3,700 for the Wolf E Series 30-inch to about $5,199 for the Miele 24-inch PureLine, with the Monogram Advantium at about $4,840. Installation, trim kits and any electrical upgrade are extra. Dealer packages are where you'll find savings, because luxury brands enforce minimum advertised prices.
Can a speed oven replace a wall oven?
For a small household, it can. A speed oven roasts and bakes with convection, but its cavity holds about 1.5 to 1.7 cu ft, far less than a full-size oven, so big holiday roasts and several sheet pans at once are a squeeze. Most designers pair a speed oven with one full-size wall oven or a range, so the speed oven handles weeknights and the big oven handles holidays.