Is the Breville Combi Wave 3-in-1 Microwave really the best?

[@chuck_in_socal]

Three years later I wonder if there were any thermal problems from mounting in that small space. Breville recommends 8 inches of clear space on all sides and top.

[@francisfinn9405]

Absolutely the best sales demo I have seen in the last five years, Thank You sir look forward to your next video.

[@robstewart1371]

dude, I love your product review more than anything else

[@joygernautm6641]

I just ordered this oven. Super stoked to play with it!

[@mikes.4136]

This is so cool! What a great concept. It’s the Swiss Knife of ovens.

[@Mustang915]

Cool review Bob. Keep them videos coming.

[@zachary_attackery]

Finally, some more kitchen gadget reviews

[@maximc7089]

A really refreshing review which I thoroughly enjoyed because you demonstrated the functions properly and now I have a dilemma because I am seriously contemplating getting one.

[@Mister6]

Great review! Just replaced my 25 year old Breville toaster oven with one of these. The toaster still works but I've had it so long that the upper elements have started to sag. That is long-term quality!

[@dannyhensley1100]

I love this microwave, but mine died after 15 months and my mom’s died in seven months and she got a replacement because it was under warranty and the one she got for the replacement died a little over a year later. Love the oven, but the reliability just ain’t there and they wanted $400 to repair it.

[@michaelasoian636]

My Samsung has the broiler and microwave, but I wish I would have waited for this one. Breville make great products, love our toaster with the “a bit more” function. Love your videos.

[@herculesinwyoming]

If bob recommends a product , I’m sold.

[@MartyDittmar]

Nice custom mount. Have you had any problems with overheating or burning down the place when using convection for medium - longer periods? Generally I thought convection microwaves can’t be built in for that reason, or do you have an extractor fan?

[@SacWildlife]

It's the best ever? Still feel that way 3 years later? thanks

[@lindachurch4350]

Manufacturer's recommendations are NOT to put it in a cabinet. It requires specific clearance for venting.

[@biggiefitz6275]

Great review! Looks like a really cool microwave.

[@jerrydemas2020]

I have mine for about 10 months and it developed a squeak while using the turn table. I discovered that the little plastic wheels were not rotating. After a through wash-the squeak went away.

[@Layklant]

Thanks for that review! Pretty cool and fun to watch!

[@moticohen4981]

Thank you for the detailed explanation. Can I use dishwasher to clean the PAN and the GLASS TURNTABLE?

[@strongandco]

Watch out for the heat that comes out of the back of those things Bob. I found that with longer programs whatever is behind the oven gets seriously hot. I don’t know the manufactures recommendations but I give my combi oven 10+inches clearance behind it on the countertop after a slightly worry experience with a hot socket (rather than a hot pocket) :-)

[@murraymadness4674]

I just took apart one today..they have NO insulation at all, none. Unlike a normal oven. So if you cook something for any length of time, it is going to get everything around it hot. Seems like a fire danger to me. I am considering integrating all the parts into my existing gas oven in my old motorhome.

[@alex_ob1]

@@murraymadness4674 yes they do have insulation, at least in the back panel.

[@boultupright21]

Kitchen Aid has a microwave convection oven that combines both. It's awesome! I also just bought the Breville combo and it's nice but haven't had it but a few days. It seems to really be good...

[@Tired-Canadian]

Next week on Mutual Life of Omaha presents VideoBob’s Wild Kitchen Kingdom, VideoBob reviews a wooden spoon made out of bamboo with a custom carbon fiber handle from Sweden. Have a happy Christmas and a merry new year!!

[@justmissjulie]

Freakin' SOLD. Thank you!

[@normalizedaudio2481]

Breville is lucky to get this free advertising. It is a good one. America's Test Kitchen rated it number 1.

[@adrianbarac3063]

Breville is KING. Period. The 3-in-1, stainless steel, soft-close door, mute function and especially - the dials, make it the undisputed champion. 🙌🤩

[@hoagiesherlin7732]

Dude that thing is badass

[@tdrager]

Do you need a fan to blow the hot air from the back out to the front. Otherwise if you are convection cooking a meal for over an hour at 400°, you’ll burn up your rig.

[@robertagnor8215]

Thanks!

[@Sattvala]

Thanks for this video! I just got one of these ovens and it says that we need to have 8 inches of clear space above it and around the sides, but if you’ve got it in that custom space you designed, I guess we don’t really need to -? And have you made toast in it? I assume you put the bread on the grill pan with the legs extended and then flip the bread over halfway through…

[@ericlotze7724]

My only wants would be metered steam addition (/humidity control) for *b r e a d*, a rotisserie (with adapter for multi small kebabs instead of only B i g C h i c k e n), and a self cleaning function. One of those scanners like those “Smart Ovens” (although hopefully self hosted/open source, not all cloud dependent) would be a neat addition (not a full need though, especially with programmable stuff like this one) Otherwise, as you pointed out, something like this is my DREAM for a Van/RV/Tiny Home Kitchen!

[@66kprdwd]

You missed your calling in life, as a product pitchman. The only thing was the toll free number to call to place an order. :)

[@piezoman79]

For those commenting re the mfr saying you can’t put it in a closet/cabinet etc keep in mind all these disclaimers are written by engineers and lawyers to shield themselves from as much potential liability as possible. Clearly the requirement is that it needs sufficient airflow to allow for safe operation. Anytime you’re deviating from the designed operating conditions you’re assuming all liability and voiding any claims and warranties of the product or damages caused by its use. Proceed with caution. Or, use common sense and just read between the lines of what you need to do to make something work, and get crafty!

[@mervinprone]

You can see with his setup here that theres some vents at the top and some space around it, maybe not the 8 inches on both sides, but some. You’re right though, proceed with caution.

[@abetts1971s1]

Thanks a lot Bob! Your review is so good now I have to spend $450 on a new microwave😁

[@1947JJH]

How much space above, behind, and on either side of the microwave is there in your cabinet? Any problems with overheating?

[@molleemaemarsh6688]

I would like to know this too!

[@AreaCode514]

Breville advises to not put in a cabinet , with 8” of clearance on sides and top.

[@davidb7861]

Bob, Breville claims this unit should be only on a countertop likely due to the amount of external heat it produces. You placed it inside a cabinet, do you have any concerns about heat dissipation?

[@pkrail]

I really like it but the thought of having to clean burnt on grease spatters etc , in that tiny space, with that heating element on the top is a turn off.

[@tonychilelli2318]

Loved Your combi video so much I went out and bought one. Can you send me a link to for the exhaust kit, I can’t find one.

[@preciousvocal]

The manual clearly says you this is not for cabinet installs. It says you can damage the microwave.

[@shannentlf]

Can use it to toast bread?

[@bastje]

Man this review is awesome. Thank you!!

[@JD-zu2vl]

Glad you're happy. Makes me happy, too. ^_^

[@macutan]

Great video, which supplier did you use for the custom built-in grill? Thx

[@nicolasc8726]

I'd like to know the answer to that too please

[@MrDaytrack]

Interesting Review (Thank you, Bob) And, preceeding comments well noted! A quick question of concern, regarding cleaning the 1930's heating element ... !? Sooner of later; the oven side of the cooking ... it's heating element in the top of the microwave (which is very exposed) '''will'''; sooner of later, get food particles up on it (for example, a great round of cheese-on-toast) those particles, will get roasted and burnt onto that element ... !? How can you easily clean that element of all burnt food particles, without, leaning in there with a little pan scrubber and scrubbing off all those burnt particles ... and thats if you can get them all off! You won't ... !!! Especially around where the heating element mounts to the inner oven casing ... !? Does the element, pop-out for easy cleaning ... !? A 2022 '3-in-1' microwave with a 1930's cleaning problem ... !? Or, is there a button you press and some magic Genie (dressed in her little nothings ... !) pop out and clean the oven for you ... Haha! I don't want to go backwards in time; having to put on a full set of overalls and climb in there every so often to de-coke that 1930's heating element; and, if you '''don't''' clean it, every so often; YOU WILL GET A SMOKER, AND PERHAPS WORSE ... Weep !? Love any thoughts ... !? Best ... William (Hampshire UK)

[@youtubehandol]

It's so enamouring to read a youtube comment written like a 1930's letter =)

[@youtubehandol]

I has holding out for the panasonic to come to Australia, but as soon as you said you love this IN YOUR RV, I'm sold. This unit is going into my ford Transit 470E build. Great review. Thanks champion.

[@youtubehandol]

Bought one. Been using it for the last month. It's brilliant! I just dislike the preheating for the airfryer. I wish it just started airfrying intstad

[@andisiglerco]

Thanks for the review-do you still like this combi after a few years? I am looking at using it for our van in place of a propane stove top and oven. Thoughts?

[@chrismyung878]

Could you tell me where you got built in trim kit? Is it custom made?

[@michaelkuzmin]

What enclosure are you using for the oven? It looks very neat. I'm also thinking about using it as a built in appliance and I am planning to install some active venting around it, pushing some air around all walls out. The grill you have would work perfectly

[@tuxedoinn]

Wow, very nice! Imagine the kitchen fire you can start with that baby! :)

[@96chevydually6.5L]

Very cool👍

[@vickg]

Can this toast bread?

[@apex007]

Did we just watch the worlds smoothest ad?

[@The.2.Minute-Man]

convection oven... or... air fryer are the same thing just marketing names so you have a two in one ........still cool

[@jimmimay]

The manual clearly states that it needs to have an 8" clearance in the back and on top of the unit. How were you able to get an 8" clearance with your install?

[@superfood1545]

I get how they say you need 8” clearance in the back but I doubt most people follow this rule. Standard counter depth is about 25-26 inches. The unit is 20” deep. That means most avg people need to have this microwave hanging off their counters lol!

[@fortylove2010]

@@superfood1545 They say 8" for warranty purposes. If someone makes a warranty claim, Breville asks for a photo. An unsuspecting person will send a photo, showing the unit is less than 8" and Breville will deny the claim.

[@paula3582]

The manual says "A minimum clearance of 20cm is required between the microwave and any adjacent walls." "Blocking the intake and/or outlet openings can damage the microwave." Have you had any issues with your microwave cause you have no gap of 20cm??

[@karlos543]

Good question Paul. Would like to find that out myself 👍

[@doomoday1]

You guys see he has a custom slot for it that has slots for airflow

[@andrewfreeman-u1q]

@@doomoday1not 20cm though

[@juliusvalentinas]

How can you love it when temperature can't be set at any desired value? Grill does not swing 45 degrees down to clean the top of the microwave easier? My 30year old samsung does that.

[@kize32]

Dude are you putting a jaccuzi in a Yugo?

[@stevenplaskett7728]

My ex has a microwave like this style I found at a second hand store for 30bucks. The only flaw I found is to microwave popcorn u have to put a regular plate inside or the popcorn will burn. It gets very hot on convection how do u stop it from causing a fire?

[@cdfegab]

I really love your review video, I have a question regarding the microwave trim you got as I want to do the same for my breville microwave. Which brand of trim did you get? Is it a standard size? Thank you!!!

[@bigwheelsturning]

Did you try it out first to see how hot the outsides get? Burn your fingers hot, or just warm to the touch? I need to replace my 30 year old Kenmore Micro/Convection oven and it sits in an opening under my counter top. It doesn't get that hot to the touch after baking for an hour. Your comment would be apprehended.

[@Lulu4Him]

Did you ever get an answer from this guy?

[@bigwheelsturning]

@@Lulu4Him No.

[@Lulu4Him]

@@bigwheelsturning I didn't think so. What a shame

[@bigwheelsturning]

@@Lulu4Him I've asked several people who have posted micro/convection videos about this and none have replied.

[@AreaCode514]

Only issue with this install, Breville warning advises to use only as countertop, and not to put in a cabinet. Says to make sure there’s at least 8” of clearance on all sides.

[@gerrymontgomery7118]

This is what's keeping me from getting one

[@carrollmccarthy1775]

Does the upper element turn red like in a regular oven. Also, where do you get the custom mount?

[@nriqueog]

What do you use for exterior/interior clean up? I have the 800xl smart oven and was very impressed by the quality of their products and now looking into getting a new MW.

[@Lulu4Him]

Just curious, how many of you guys got an answer to your questions from Bob? I don't see anywhere where he answered questions.

[@MoDavI-sl7iy]

I've noticed that as well.

[@tonyturner7655]

Yeah that was Bob's last video, he didn't read the instructions that said the unit needed ventilation might be dangerous in small spaces

[@cvpiDOTnet]

Can I get this at Fry's Electronics? Oh wait, never mind, LOL But seriously, cool video and thanks for the review.

[@davem425]

Great review, thank you

[@TwisterChasers]

Can you please send me a message as to how you enclosed this? I need to know how the heat dissipation worked for you and about the trim kit Thanks

[@boultupright21]

I would like to know as well. Looks like a good job although the booklet that came with the oven said not recommended..

[@TwisterChasers]

@@boultupright21 I almost bought one but just didn’t feel comfortable with going against the guidelines. I wish more KZbinrs would read the comments and reply. Seems others really would like information on this install.

[@jazzyd9967]

Where do you find a trim kit like the one in the video?

[@mikepeterson443]

Cool review Bob.

[@PacerTracer89]

How did you heat shield the side that outputs heat. I want to mount this in a RV and I am thinking it will need to be vented

[@bethmahoney2233]

So the Breville doesn’t do toast? I need a new microwave and toaster. I was hoping this would do both since I don’t have room for multiple appliances. Pi appreciate your honest opinion, thanks. 😊

[@Douken]

It does

[@bethmahoney2233]

@@Douken too late. Bought something else.

[@pamfoss1434]

@@bethmahoney2233 what did you end up buying ??

[@RexySmith]

Changing chimes : SOLD! 🤣

[@SteamPunk-xp2uv]

Lovely video. I won't buy anything I can't clean. No where can I find how to do that. If you convection-cook a steak in it, you will get cooked on polymerized grease all over the stainless interior. I'll bet there's no self-cleaning function. Next, how do you get the same stuff off the window with no scratches? I'll bet it's not glass! If you figure it out, let us know! Thanks!

[@sharonacco-dachim6517]

in the manuel it says that The microwave must not be placed in a cabinet. And also leave a distance of 20 cm from the top and the sides Does it work well for you inside the closet?

[@laohantun7404]

Air fryer is great mate good choice I am using it too...to get rid of fats and oil, I feel good...no need to drink high blood pressure pills any more.

[@janicepickett8801]

I waz looking for a new microwave, and after watching this video I decided to by this one.

[@djsamirmehta]

What did u think?

[@Moonboy83]

I just bought this device and I'm excited but I am looking into putting mine in built-in set up to replace our previous one. Is it safe to vent air from any specific place ?

[@kevinb158]

Hmm I've got say I want one now it be cool to have in my camper/house I took out the microwave but was bum out because of no oven it'll have to wait for bit but I might be able to swing it looks like a great bagel bite cooker for sure

[@darren4635]

can you put metal or foil in it while in microwave and or combi modes?

[@JazminFloral1020]

I doubt it. They put a special coating on the metal to make it safe to use in the microwave.

[@lrey77]

How or who did the cabinet installation including the trim kit?

[@nicolasc8726]

Please tell us

[@timothylim8728]

Is there any safety issue with the 3 in 1 idea? Love the idea and the product. But what happens when you leave plastoc bowl in there thinking you gonna microwave but you end up air fry melting the bowl? Or microwave the metal frying pan by accident?

[@RexySmith]

Get rid of everything and just use glass/pyrex from now on 😅😅😅

[@NickRoman]

@@RexySmith , seriously. Just don't put plastic in any microwave oven, unless it's some kind of verified microwavable.

[@RexySmith]

@@NickRoman I would say just don't use plastic ever but... XD

[@PGShutters]

Just purchased this today and one thing I did notice in the booklet was *CAUTION* ''The Combi Crop pan and trivet are safe to use in microwave mode. But note that trivet and crisp pan CAN NOT be used at the same time and never on top of the other''. When you done your frozen chicken breast it looks like you are using both, with trivet on top of Criper Pan :-/

[@donnag9162]

Check out the Breville site. The trivet can be used with the crisper for air-fry, combi and oven options - even microwave, but I haven't tried it in the microwave.

[@BRH61]

does aladdin use the microwave or just make you do it

[@TheTarrMan]

I have a $5 microwave from salvation army.

[@jayjohnson667]

i need a Breville Combi Wave 3-in-1 Microwave in my life

[@RobCarstuff9112]

I did the same thing (Ding) installing my dishwasher. This kind of thing used to drive me crazy. Now I don't stress over it.

[@blobby273]

have I just found the shopping channel ?

[@worldcomfort2074]

Umm Bob? The manual says keep 8” minimum clear on all sides for heat venting and intake.

[@razsbags]

There might be a vent out the back of it?

[@briancoffou7144]

Can this be hung on wall above stove like conventional microwave ?

[@pip5461]

Panasonic NN-CF87LBBPQ 31L 3-IN-1 Combination Microwave Oven with Flatbed

[@omidrajaee7996]

Did you try toasting bread? I am curious

[@michaelnyansafo7343]

Hi mate, this one and the lg neochef ....which one is the best? Thanks and hope to hear from you

[@cvpiDOTnet]

Now after watching this I am getting PREVOST suggested videos.. LOL

[@RobertMoseley]

cvpiDOTnet I guess that explains all the gay porn suggestions on your Brazzers

[@maryjjoe119]

Of course, the unit looks so clean inside, show me after chicken or steak is grilled.... cleaning all the grease afterwards.

[@slayyou]

kinda like your oven eh

[@DC180]

Yeah.. easy wipe..afterwards.. like when u do your dishes

[@lisab.1595]

i don't see a self-cleaning function, so if you grill a steak, with all that fat splattering, how do you clean it? That's an important issue, because even roasting a chicken is going to cause fat splatters that have to be removed. Yes, it's convenient, saves a lot of countertop space, but it also indicates you have to have 8" clearance all the way around for it to work properly, which could be a deal breaker for a lot of people. I love Breville, and 99% of my kitchen is Breville, however as great as this unit it, it has only a one year warranty, and then there's the clean-up issue.

[@naturelle6588]

You wipe it clean. Duh

[@lisab.1595]

@@naturelle6588 Oh yeah, that's really easy to do, an oven full of steak fat and chicken fat. I see you've had a lot of experience in the kitchen.....duh

[@bigbob16]

Only a one-year warranty because it's made in China

[@chiefsquattingbull7624]

Brand Ambassador for Breville.

[@shellybean9197]

Thank you!!!! Fantastic job!

[@briand3200]

How does the performance compared to Breville “pure” air fryers?

[@sargblue820]

I have a 3 in 1 great bit of kitchen kit 👍

[@sandovalkristy2603]

Thats small lol

[@withbothfeet8593]

Good info. Thank you.

[@aaronclaar8748]

Could you tell us where you got your vented trim? She bought one of these and would like a similar set up. Thank you for sharing!

[@02bourasg]

Perhaps a strange question, but could you tell me the minimum temperature that the convection oven function can do? Thanks!