The Verdict
The Toshiba 4-in-1 Countertop Microwave with Air Fryer is a versatile appliance that consolidates microwave, convection, and air frying capabilities into one 1.5 cu. ft. unit. It offers a practical solution for those looking to save kitchen surface area without sacrificing the ability to roast, bake, and air fry.Why We Love It (Key Features)
- 4-in-1 Multifunctionality: You get a single appliance that handles microwave, air fry, convection, and combination cooking, making it easy to swap between heating leftovers and roasting a whole chicken.
- Family-Sized Capacity: With a 13.6-inch removable turntable, this unit is spacious enough to accommodate a full 12-inch pizza or a whole roasted chicken, making dinner prep more efficient.
- Sensor Cooking & Auto Menus: Eliminate the guesswork with pre-programmed sensor menus for popular items like frozen pizza and vegetables, alongside dedicated settings for baking, roasting, and defrosting.
- Thoughtful Convenience: Features like the mute function, express cook buttons (1-6 minutes), and a memory function tailor the appliance to your specific kitchen habits, while the stainless steel interior is designed for easy cleaning.
Pros & Cons
| Pros | Cons |
|---|---|
| Combines four appliances into one footprint | Requires significant counter space (21.8" x 20.0" x 12.9") |
| Easy-to-clean stainless steel interior | Requires careful cleaning to avoid arcing or sparking |
| Includes helpful accessories (Grill Rack & Tray) | Larger physical dimensions may not fit compact kitchens |
| Customizable settings like the mute function | Manual setup required for specific cooking modes |
Who Should Buy This?
This appliance is an ideal choice for home cooks who want to maximize their culinary options without overcrowding their kitchen with multiple gadgets. It suits families who need a larger internal capacity for roasting and baking, as well as anyone who prefers the convenience of sensor-based cooking and the flexibility of combining microwave and convection power.Frequently Asked Questions
Can I mute the microwave beep?
Yes. If you prefer a quieter kitchen, you can mute the buzzer by pressing and holding the button "8" on the keypad for 3-5 seconds until you hear a long beep.What is the benefit of the microwave with air fryer feature?
This function allows you to enjoy the taste and texture of fried food using less fat, providing a healthier alternative to traditional deep frying while using the same appliance you use for everyday reheating.How large is the internal capacity?
The unit features a 1.5 cu. ft. capacity and a 13.6-inch position memory turntable, which is large enough to fit a whole roasted chicken or a 12-inch pizza.
5.0 out of 5 stars It almost does it all! This is (almost) the Swiss Army Knife of microwave ovens. This is our second “all-in-one” unit, the previous one was called the “Toastwave” from Galanz. The Galanz died (twice) faster than any other microwave oven-like-device we’ve ever had. The first Galanz died after one-day and was replaced without issue.The second one arrived in good working condition but all of the functions except the microwave died in about two years. Pity the Galanz was a beautiful appliance.If you want:1. Microwave2. Convection oven3. Combination (micro+convect)4. Air-fryer5. Capacity over 1.2 cfThis Toshiba is the unit for you. There are PERHAPS some “better” units but they always seem to be .9 cf to 1.1 cf. Now if that size works for you, then you might want to consider the Breville (about double the cost) that is a member of the Premium Class of appliances. And it’s about $450 or so on Amazon. If the thing had been even 1.3 cf, we would have gone with the Breville. But it was 1.1 which was smaller than the Galanz.At 1.5 cf, you are pretty close to having two ovens if you also have a conventional range. The great thing about these units is that they have the Air-fry function so you can (if you have another stand-alone air-fryer) air-fry corn-on-the-cob in the Toshiba and air-fry your protein in your stand-alone air-fryer.If we had one “con” about the Toshiba it’s that the microwave is 1,000 watts and an increasing amount of recipes call for or assume you have at least a 1,100 unit. It’s a relatively small complaint, we just usually add 10% to the time called for.Love the combi feature, too.Over all I’d give this Toshiba a 4.8 if that rating was a choice. Hence the 5-stars.One last thing: at less than $260, this unit is a value!Variation: Color: Black Stainless Steel
1.0 out of 5 stars Disappointing- Not Worth the Money I regret purchasing this Toshiba combo appliance. As an air fryer, it performs poorly—food takes much longer to cook compared to a standalone air fryer, and nothing comes out crispy. I feel like I’m wasting extra electricity just to get subpar results.After only 30 days of use, the interior back of the appliance is already stained, despite cleaning it after every use. The stains won’t come off and seem to be getting worse over time. The Microwave function also does not heat the food as quick as a standalone microwave.Another major concern is the heat output. I have this unit installed with the recommended spacing, yet my cabinet gets extremely hot when using the air fryer function—to the point where I worry it could be a fire hazard.To make matters worse, I reached out to Toshiba for support, and their response was disappointing. They essentially told me that the air fryer function would never work the same as a standalone air fryer (which makes no sense, given that it’s advertised as a combo air fryer) and that the stains are not covered under warranty.At this point, I feel like I’ve completely wasted my money. I bought this to reduce clutter by replacing two appliances with one, but it has been so unreliable that I’m going back to my old microwave and air fryer. I’m actually throwing this unit out because it’s just not worth the frustration. I would not recommend this product.Variation: Color: Silver
5.0 out of 5 stars Why didn’t I know about this sooner?!?!? Variation: Color: Black Stainless Steel
5.0 out of 5 stars It's so NICE I bought it TWICE! Oops, I may have just bought the last one!Started off with the brand new shiny model, fancy knobs, sleek look, and all that jazz. Nice little gadget, except it’s actually way smaller than the old model. Yep, they went backwards! Trying to cook for a family in convection-microwave-sized shoebox? Yeah… not gonna work.So, I went retro and grabbed the old, much larger model. At around $200, this thing is a steal. The new one’s dial to set time is neat, though it feels like it could snap off if you look at it wrong, and it’s whisper-quiet, like it’s sneaking around the kitchen at night. But besides that, the old faithful beats it in almost every way.Now, the programmed settings on both? Utterly bonkers. I swear Toshiba’s secret mission is to make microwaving feel like rocket science. Who remembers all those confusing presets? It’s the 21st century, Toshiba! We have smart fridges that can order pizza, how about a microwave that functions without a PhD in buttonology?And the clock? Oh boy. It loses time every time the power blinks, which is like three times a week in my house. I have a computer from the 1970s that remembers the date better than this microwave. Seriously, it’s like a time traveler stuck in a time warp.All in all, though, it’s a great microwave. I now have two of the exact same model in the kitchen which is a blessing, one set of crazy programs to memorize! The convection function is fantastic, so if you can find one still floating around, grab it before I do!Variation: Color: Black Stainless Steel
5.0 out of 5 stars Perfect for me. I like it very much! Received and unboxed a few days ago. No damage. Well packaged. Plugged in. Used microwave and convection function. Engaging these options is a little nonintuitive, but I will figure it out. Both the microwave and convection options work great. Toshiba is very quiet when running. Unit replaces a 22 year old Amana Radar Range unit which I loved that died. This unit has the same exterior look and dimensions externally and internally as my dead radar range. Even the control panel is similar. I know many have complained about the air fryer functionality on this Toshiba unit. I do not air fry, so not an issue for me. I always bake items that can be fried instead of air frying with maybe a light spray of oil. Same end result as air frying, maybe a little longer cooking time with little splattering and cleanup versus air frying. The rack that with came with the radar range extended to the edge of the turntable. The ones that came with the Toshiba are not the diameter of the turntable to support a big pizza or larger baking pans or casserole dishes. So I am using the old larger rack which fits perfectly and is more heavy duty. So I think that Toshiba should provide racks that extend to the edge of the turntable. I know this Toshiba unit has sensor options and combo cooking, that some have complained about. Will not use either as I follow instructions on product packaging and recipes and manually set temp, power level and cooking time. So this is not an issue for me either. I would never rely on a preprogrammed sensor/ computer chip to cook my food. Using this as a basic microwave and convection oven works flawlessly, and it is a great replacement so far. Not sure about longevity. However, $244 total cost with tax shipped to me as a Prime member with 7% cash back using my Chase Prime VISA card works for me. The Amana Radar Range which is no longer made cost over $600 more than twenty years ago. Also, some complain that the exterior get too hot. My old Amana got hot on the exterior. This is an appliance that heats up when using convection or air fry. It is counter top. It has to heat in order to cook. Your full size ovens heat up and do get hot on the exterior albeit with maybe more insulation for less heat transfer. Complaints about heat build up are irrational if you want cooked food. Some complain about the repeated “beeps” at the end of the cooking cycle. That sound can be disabled. Read the manual and follow steps to disable. Read and make the adjustment. Why complain when there is a work around? I think many folks want to be able to call a manufacturer to order an item custom designed and programmed for them which is ludicrous and reflects entitlement and maybe laziness or not wanting to “think”.Variation: Color: Black Stainless Steel
5.0 out of 5 stars Love it Absolutely love my microwave. I’ve had it for two years now no issues. Whatsoever cooks just fine. Still running strong.Variation: Color: Silver
4.0 out of 5 stars Everything we needed (plus a little more) Pretty great multi-use countertop microwave(+). We really like this thing and it has a lot of great features. I personally love how it will, when the timer is up, continue to rotate the item in the oven back to the orientation it was in when placed on the rotating plate (for grabbing a coffee mug handle or the edge of a plate?) before beeping. Kinda fancy…If there are any gripes, and these are minor nits, the fact that this oven is a 4-in-1 just means that some of the controls are going to be convoluted so keep the manual on hand. We reference it often when bouncing from one function to the next. You’ll find it to be quite helpful.Lastly the “Air Fryer” doesn’t really create the ‘crisp’ I was looking for when using that setting. I find that I’ve had more luck with the Convection Oven.Still, overall, really happy with this handy kitchen marvel.Variation: Color: Black Stainless Steel