Convection and conventional microwaves are vastly different in their capabilities. A convection microwave operates more like an oven: it has the ability to preheat and bake foods like cookies and casseroles. A conventional microwave doesn't utilize airflow and can only warm meals. Both options are cross-examined to give you a better understanding of the features and capabilities of both types of microwave ovens.
|Air Circulation||Fan circulates hot air to cook and bake foods||Uses a singular heat component to cook foods|
|Cooking Capabilities||Quicker cook time for browner, crispier foods||Cannot brown or crisp foods like an oven can|
|Flavor||Bakes food and retains more flavor||Singular heat source steams food and loses flavor|
|Cost||More expensive||Less expensive|