'Awesome' Swan Nordic-style microwave 'great value for money'

When it comes to microwaves, you don’t need a load of bells and whistles to get the job done but what does matter is how it looks in your kitchen, especially as they can be bulky, but that's not the case with this Swan Nordic Digital Microwave.

Aesthetically it couldn't be any more pleasing. It looks like something straight out of a luxury coffee table book, so it's bound to add some style to any kitchen. And you'd be surprised that they don't cost the world if you look at Amazon's current deal, which has them on offer for an 18% discount, down to £98.99.

They’re available in five colours, and the mirrored-door microwaves have elegant wood effect handles and dials and a minimalist control panel, providing a clean, faintly retro look that will suit just about any kitchen. They have big 20L capacities and wide 27cm turntables, covering all but the most heavy-duty microwaving needs.

This 800W microwave also features a 60-minute timer and six different power levels for quick, efficient, and mess-free cooking. It’s also got a defrost feature, allowing you to cook from frozen with just one button press. Swan’s finishing touch is a two-year guarantee for added peace of mind.

These microwaves have thus far garnered an average score of 4 out of 5 stars from almost 900 ratings, with customer’s raving about their elegant look and reliable cooking. “I loved the look of this microwave, so petite and smart-looking,” said one five-star review. “Easy to understand instructions, and definitely great value for money for a Swan product. Very happy with this purchase and would gladly recommend.”

“Really nice size, not too big and heavy,” said another five-star review. “Looks lovely, very stylish and works great.” Another added: “This is absolutely stunning. The style is A1, materials are fantastic, everything is made to perfection.”

Some have reported issues, however. “Very quickly developed a horrible squeaking noise every time I use it,” said a three-star review.

Another said its finish tone is overly loud: “The sound of the ‘end’ beep is obnoxiously loud, I have taken to turning it off at the plug before it ends,” said another review. “Quite why the whole village needs to know when it's finished I'll never know.” Some people might prefer a loud ping, so each to their own. 

You can definitely shop around though, and for a more modern-looking machine from a big brand, this £99.99 Samsung is worth a look at Currys. At just £54.99, this budget-friendly Sharp is also worth considering.