What are solo microwaves for?
Solo microwaves are perfect for everyday tasks like reheat leftovers in minutes, defrosting frozen items evenly. Plus you can cook simple meals like rice, dal, and pasta. Heat milk, beverages, and soups. They're the most affordable option if you mainly need reheating and basic cooking without grilling or baking.
Can I bake in an IFB Solo Microwave?
Our solo microwaves are designed for heating, reheating, defrosting, and simple cooking. For baking, you can consider buying our convection microwave, which combines microwave and convection functions to cook and grill food evenly.
How much electricity does an IFB Solo Microwave consume?
The electricity consumption of our solo microwave depends on its power rating and the frequency of usage. Most models range from 800W to 900W. For example, using a 900W microwave for 15 minutes daily consumes approximately 6.75 kWh per month, which costs roughly ₹47–₹50, depending on your electricity rates. Using lower power settings and limiting cooking time can help reduce energy usage.
Are IFB Solo Microwaves safe for everyday use?
Yes, IFB Microwave Ovens are safe for everyday use. They are equipped with safety features such as overheating protection, a child lock, and anti-bacterial cavities. For safe operation, always follow the usage guidelines, such as keeping the door closed while in use and maintaining the microwave regularly.
Can I defrost food in an IFB Solo Microwave?
Yes, you can defrost food in an IFB Solo Microwave. Most models come with 5 defrost settings that allow you to thaw frozen items like meat, vegetables, and bread evenly and quickly, without partially cooking them.
How much does an IFB Solo Microwave cost?
IFB Solo Microwaves are the most affordable option in our range, with models designed for different needs and budgets. You get essential features like auto-cook menus, defrost settings and child safety lock in the price range of ₹6,690 to ₹8,190. Explore our website more for current prices and check for ongoing exchange offers or festive discounts.
Do IFB Solo Microwaves have auto-cook menus?
Yes, most of our solo microwave comes with Auto Cook Menus, offering a range of pre-programmed recipes for convenient cooking. For example, our IFB 24PM2B and IFB 25PM2S models feature multi-stage cooking, quick start, delay start; enhancing versatility and making cooking easier.
Which dishes can be cooked in an IFB Solo Microwave?
IFB Solo Microwaves are versatile, allowing you to cook a variety of dishes with ease. You can quickly prepare reheated foods, simple Indian curries, dals, soups, and steamed vegetables. Many of our microwave oven models also feature auto-cook menus with options for one-pot meals, rice, pasta, eggs, desserts, and beverages, making it convenient to cook a wide range of everyday meals effortlessly.
Which is better: IFB Solo or Convection Microwave?
The choice between an IFB Solo and a Convection Microwave depends on your cooking needs. IFB Solo Microwaves are ideal for reheating, defrosting, and basic cooking. They are compact, easy to use, and more affordable. On the other hand, IFB Convection Microwaves are versatile and perfect for baking, grilling, roasting, and multi-stage cooking. They come with advanced features like auto-cook menus, rotisserie, and air fry options, but are larger and costlier.
Which IFB microwave is best for families – solo, grill, or convection?
The best IFB Microwave for your family depends on your cooking needs:
Solo Microwave: Ideal for reheating, defrosting, and basic cooking. Perfect for small families or those seeking a simple, budget-friendly option.
Grill Microwave: Adds grilling capability for snacks, kebabs, and tandoori dishes. Great for families who want more versatility without a high investment.
Convection Microwave: Combines microwave, grill, and convection functions, allowing baking, roasting, and multi-stage cooking. Best for larger families or those who cook a wide variety of dishes.
Choose based on your family size, cooking habits, and desired features.
How do prices vary between IFB Solo, Grill, and Convection Microwaves?
The IFB Microwave Oven prices vary based on their type and features:-
The solo microwave oven price is economical, typically ranging from ₹6,690 to ₹8,190, making it ideal for reheating, defrosting, and simple cooking tasks.
The IFB Grill Microwave, which allows grilling and toasting along with basic functions, is slightly more expensive; it is priced at ₹9,090.
Convection microwaves are the most versatile, offering baking, roasting, grilling, and multi-stage cooking features, and their prices range from around ₹11,882 to over ₹45,892, depending on capacity and advanced functionalities.
The price differences reflect the additional features, cooking modes, and capacities offered by each type.