Bosch CEG732XB1B Series 8 Built In Microwave Oven In Black Review, Prices & Score
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🏆 Review & price summary
The Bosch CEG732XB1B microwave is a well-equipped built-in model for fitted kitchens, offering a spacious 36-litre cavity, 1,000W microwave output, 1.9kW grill and microwave-combination cooking. Its TFT touchscreen, Digital Control Ring and ten automatic programmes make it particularly easy to operate, while inverter control and hydrolytic cleaning assistance improve everyday usability. It does not provide fan-assisted oven cooking, app connectivity or plug-in installation, but it is a strong choice for reheating, defrosting, grilling and browning in a compact built-in format.
✓ Key strengths
- ✓ Generous 36-litre cavity in a compact 45cm built-in format
- ✓ Clear TFT touchscreen and Digital Control Ring
- ✓ Ten automatic programmes, QuickStart and hydrolytic cleaning assistance
Worth considering
- Home Connect is not supported, so there is no app control or connected monitoring
Key Specifications
- Colour
- Black
- Voltage
- 220-240V
- Door type
- Drop-down door with SoftClose
- Net weight
- 27kg
- QuickStart
- 30-second maximum-power start
- Grill power
- 1.9kW
- Home Connect
- No
- Microwave type
- Combination microwave with grill
- Cavity capacity
- 36 litres
- Cleaning system
- Hydrolytic cleaning assistance
- Cooking methods
- Full-width grill, half-width grill and microwave
- Fuse protection
- 16A
- Connection rating
- 3.01kW
- Included accessory
- 1 plug-in grid
- Cavity construction
- Stainless steel interior with glass base
- Cavity illumination
- 1 LED light
- Combination cooking
- Microwave and grill can be used together
- Automatic programmes
- 10
- Display and controls
- TFT touch display with Digital Control Ring
- Electrical connection
- Fixed connection; electrical connection by electrician
- Installation typology
- Built-in
- Microwave power levels
- 90W, 180W, 360W, 600W and Boost
- Maximum microwave power
- 1,000W
- Manufacturer product code
- CEG732XB1B/02
- Appliance dimensions (H x W x D)
- 455 x 594 x 564mm
- Standby/display-off power consumption
- 0.5W
- Internal cavity dimensions (H x W x D)
- 245 x 430 x 350mm
- Installation niche dimensions (H x W x D)
- 450 x 560 x 550mm
Who Should Buy It?
- ✓ Fitted-kitchen owners wanting a 45cm built-in microwave with a generous 36-litre cavity.
- ✓ Households that want microwave, grill and microwave-combination cooking in one appliance.
- ✓ Users who value touchscreen controls, automatic programmes and quick-start heating.
- ✓ Cooks who regularly prepare larger dishes but do not need a fan-assisted oven mode.
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Design and installation
The Bosch CEG732XB1B microwave is designed for installation in a tall housing and has a 45cm compact-oven format. Its 36-litre cavity provides useful capacity while keeping the appliance height below that of a full-size oven.
The appliance measures 455mm high, 594mm wide and 564mm deep, with a specified installation niche of 450mm high, 560mm wide and 550mm deep. It uses a fixed electrical connection, so installation must be completed by an electrician rather than through a standard plug socket.
Microwave and grill performance
The Bosch CEG732XB1B microwave combines up to 1,000W of microwave power with a 1.9kW grill. It offers microwave, full-width grill and half-width grill functions, with the grill also usable alongside the microwave for browning and faster combination cooking.
Five microwave settings are provided: 90W, 180W, 360W, 600W and Boost. Bosch's inverter system regulates output for gentler cooking, although longer microwave operation is limited to a maximum of 600W.
Controls and everyday features
The TFT touch display and Digital Control Ring provide a modern control system, while AutoPilot 10 supplies ten automatic programmes. QuickStart begins maximum-power microwave heating for 30 seconds with one touch, which is useful for routine reheating.
A drop-down SoftClose door, LED cavity light, electronic timer, automatic safety switch-off and integral cooling fan add practical convenience. Home Connect is not supported, so operation is controlled from the appliance rather than through an app.
Cleaning and ownership
Hydrolytic Cleaning Assistance softens light food residue with steam from soapy water, making routine wiping easier. The stainless-steel interior and glass base are practical choices for regular microwave and grilling use.
The Bosch CEG732XB1B microwave includes one plug-in grid and has a 27kg net weight. Its efficiency assessment is based on the inverter system and a published standby consumption of 0.5W, as no consumer energy class is stated in the product data.
Research note: this BestBuysUK assessment is based on the manufacturer's published specifications and other reputable technical sources. Specifications and retailer availability can change, so verify critical details before purchase.