TOSHIBA OptiChef ML-EC42P Inverter Microwave with Air Fryer
- Capacity: 1.5 cu ft
- Wattage: 1000 watts
- Turntable Diameter: 11.3 inches
- Installation Type: Countertop
Last refreshed Jun 13, 2026 · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
A multi-mode countertop microwave worth considering if you want air fryer, broiler, and convection functions in one unit, though check the seller listing directly for capacity and wattage before buying.
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ASIN: B0GXG8BBLKCategory: Countertop Microwave Ovens
More from this brandAll TOSHIBA countertop microwave ovensOverview
The Toshiba Optichef ML-EC42P is a stainless steel countertop unit that combines microwave, air fryer, broiler, and convection oven functions, plus a Speedy Combi mode. It runs on Toshiba's inverter technology with 27 preset auto menus and a 47-recipe guide.
Toshiba positions this as the full-featured Optichef, sitting above the smaller OptiChef Basic in the same line. Exact capacity and wattage aren't listed in the available specs, so size it against your counter before assuming it matches other Optichef models.
- Microwave, air fryer, broil, and convection combined
- Inverter technology for even power delivery
- 27 auto menus plus a 47-recipe guide
- 11.3 inch turntable with even defrost
Who it's for
Cooks who want one countertop appliance to cover microwaving, air frying, broiling, and convection baking. Not the pick if you need a stated capacity or wattage figure to compare against other microwaves.
Pros and cons
- Four cooking modes plus Speedy Combi in one unit
- Inverter tech aims for even heating and defrosting
- 27 auto menus with a 47-recipe guide included
- Sound on/off control for quieter operation
- Capacity and wattage are not specified in the listing data
Performance notes
Inverter technology delivers continuous power rather than the on-off pulsing of standard microwaves, which is meant to produce steadier heating and defrosting. Speedy Combi mode merges microwave speed with convection or broil heat in a single cycle for faster results.
Specifications
| Brand | TOSHIBA |
|---|---|
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Turntable Diameter | 11.3 incheslower than 74% of 47 countertop microwave ovens |
| Item Weight | 35 poundshigher than 68% of 32 countertop microwave ovens |
| Capacity & performance | |
| Capacity | 1.5 cu fthigher than 81% of 94 countertop microwave ovens |
| Defrost System Type | Inverter Even Defrost |
| Power & efficiency | |
| Wattage | 1000 watts |
| Number of Power Levels | 10 |
| Power Consumption | 1800 wattshigher than 97% of 64 countertop microwave ovens |
| Energy Consumption | 1000 wattslower than 50% of 67 countertop microwave ovens |
| Construction & materials | |
| Material Type | Glass, Plastic, Stainless Steel |
| Color | Black |
| Compatibility & installation | |
| Installation Type | Countertop |
| Warranty & support | |
| Warranty Description | 1 year |
| Other details | |
| Control Type | Digital, Touch |
Closest rivals on specs
Midea 2134G1A Stackable Commercial Microwave 2100W- Capacity 1.5 vs 1.2 cu ft (+25%)
GE GCST11N1WSS Compact Countertop Microwave 1.1 Cu Ft- Capacity 1.5 vs 1.1 cu ft (+36%)
- Item Weight 35 vs 30 pounds (+17%)
Frequently asked questions
What is Speedy Combi mode on the Toshiba Optichef?
It combines microwave speed with convection or broil heat in a single cooking cycle, listed among the unit's core functions.
Does it include recipe guidance?
Yes, it ships with 27 auto menu presets and a built-in 47-recipe guide.
Can I turn off the beep sounds?
Yes, a Sound On/Off control lets you silence the operation beeps.