Fast food: The 10 best microwaves Performance is key so we've tested a range of microwaves. There are all-singing and all-dancing versions from the top of the market like Miele's sleek Generation 6000 Contourline to Swan's great value basic machine. Curry's Logik microwave does a great job for the price whereas, if you have more money to spare, Whirpool JetChef 369 is difficult to beat in terms of performance and is particularly good for those with many mouths to feed. If we're going on looks without breaking the bank (and a good performance, obviously), we liked Next's funky machine. Whirlpool Max 35, £160 Panasonic NN-CT552W Slimline Combi, £139.99 Next 800W, £65 Currys Logik L25MDM13, £69.99 De'Longhi Easi-Tronic Combi, £99.99 Whirlpool JetC hef 369, £319.99 Ikea Hushalla, £250 Miele Generation 6000 Contourline M6012, £579