We have a GE microwave/convection oven above the stove, vented to the
outside. Venting is ok but not ideal. Gradually a grease film builds up on
the front of the microwave. We don't so any deep fat frying or much
grilling on the stove. If you do, I would recommend a regular vent.

"LPLZ" u40406@uwe wrote in message news:7db64f3f76659@uwe...
Hi. I was wondering if anyone can help me in determining the how effective
the OTR microwave is in taking away smoke/odor/grease compared to the vent
hood. I know that that hood is far superior to the microwave in all
respects.
We will have a vent that leads outside of the house. We are leaning
towards
the microwave only because it saves us a lot of space. We are wondering
what
is the maximum amount of burners used for the over the range microwave to
work at its Maximum effectiveness to remove the smoke/smell/grease.

Thank you so very much for your time.

Happy New Year!