BLACK+DECKER Over the Range Microwave Oven with Air Fryer
- Over-the-Range Microwave Oven
- 1.5 cu ft
- 900 watts
- Touch
- More reviewed than 97%
Combining hood venting with a multi-function microwave is a reasonable trade, but expect the air fry mode to trail a standalone air fryer on crisping.
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How it ranks among the 37 over-the-range microwave ovens we track
4.2★ across 22,300 Amazon ratings, Bayesian-smoothed toward the category average.
22,300 Amazon ratings, weighted on a log scale so huge counts don't drown everything.
Modest tracked demand last month.
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Overview
Mounted over the range rather than on the counter, the Black+Decker EC942K6CE-SS is a 1.5 cubic foot microwave that also air fries, convection-bakes and roasts, doubling as the kitchen's vent hood.
As an over-the-range unit it does double duty as the kitchen's range hood, with a 2-speed 300 CFM fan and a light aimed at the cooktop below. Reviews attached to this listing lean heavily on buyer experience with a related countertop Black+Decker combi model rather than this exact over-range version, so treat wattage and capacity comments from those reviews as directional rather than exact. The general pattern across Black+Decker's air fry combo microwaves is that air frying works but doesn't match a standalone air fryer, since there's no dedicated basket.
- 1.5 cu ft interior, 13.6-inch turntable
- 6-in-1: microwave, air fry, convection, grill, bake, roast
- 300 CFM vent fan with light
- Sensor reheat mode for leftovers
Who it's for
Kitchens replacing an existing over-the-range hood, and wanting air fry and convection baking without adding a separate appliance, are the target here. It won't satisfy anyone expecting air fry results on par with a dedicated air fryer, or anyone needing a countertop install.
What buyers say
From Amazon customer reviews.
Reviews on this listing largely reflect a related countertop combi model rather than this specific over-range unit, so read specifics cautiously. The consistent pattern across Black+Decker's air fry microwaves is that the air fry mode is convenient for snacks but doesn't crisp as well as a standalone air fryer, and the top-mounted heating element gets noticeably hot on the housing during bake and roast cycles.
Strengths and trade-offs
Drawn from this product's published specifications.
- Combines range hood venting with a multi-function microwave
- 300 CFM 2-speed fan with integrated light
- Six cooking modes including air fry and convection
- Large 1.5 cu ft interior with 13.6-inch turntable
- Air fry mode trails a standalone air fryer
- Top-mounted heating element runs hot during bake/roast
- Over-range install only, not a countertop option
Performance notes
Six cooking modes cover microwave, air fry, convection, combi grill, bake and roast, with the heating element positioned to double as an oven when convection or bake is selected. The 300 CFM vent fan runs at two speeds to clear cooking fumes from the range below, and sensor reheat mode adjusts time based on the food's moisture rather than a fixed timer.
Specifications
| Brand | BLACK+DECKER |
|---|---|
| Model | EC942K6CE-SS |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Item Dimensions D x W x H | 15.4 × 29.9 × 16.4 inches |
| Turntable Diameter | 13.6 inches |
| Capacity & performance | |
| Capacity | 1.5 cu ft |
| Defrost System Type | Auto Defrost |
| Heating Method | Convection |
| Power & efficiency | |
| Wattage | 900 watts |
| Number of Power Levels | 10 |
| Construction & materials | |
| Material Type | Stainless Steel |
| Inner Material | Stainless Steel |
| Color | Stainless steel |
| Compatibility & installation | |
| Human Interface Input | Touchscreen |
| Included components | |
| Unit Count | 1 |
| Included Components | Microwave Rack |
| Warranty & support | |
| Warranty Description | 1 year |
| Other details | |
| Control Type | Touch |
| Cooking Program | air fryer, bake, convection, grill, microwave |
| Item Type Name | BLACK+DECKER Over the Range Microwave Oven with Air Fryer, Convection, and Bake Modes, 1.5 cu.ft., Stainless Steel, 900 Watts, EC942K6CE-SS |
| Additional Features | Child Safety Lock |
| Recommended Uses For Product | Residential |
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How it compares
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| Product | Amazon rating | Ratings | ProductDome score |
|---|---|---|---|
| BLACK+DECKER Over the Range Microwave Oven with Air FryerThis product | 4.2 / 5 | 22,300 | 3.9 / 5 |
| Farberware Over-the-Range Microwave OvenFarberware | 4.4 / 5 | 1,190 | 4.3 / 5 |
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| COSMO COS-2413ORM1SS 24 in. Stellar Collection 1.34 cu. ft. Over the Range Microwave in…COSMO | 4.4 / 5 | 486 | 4.2 / 5 |
| Sharp R1874T 1.1 cu. ft. 850W Sharp Stainless Steel Over-the-Range Convection Microwave…Sharp | 4.4 / 5 | 485 | 4.2 / 5 |
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Questions about the BLACK+DECKER EC942K6CE-SS
Common buyer questions answered straight from the product spec data - no fluff, no "it depends".
Can the Black+Decker EC942K6CE-SS replace a range hood?
Yes, it's an over-the-range install with a 300 CFM 2-speed vent fan and integrated light, so it does the hood's job as well as the microwave's.
Does the EC942K6CE-SS air fry as well as a standalone air fryer?
It has a dedicated air fry mode, but combi microwaves without a fryer basket generally crisp less than a standalone air fryer.
What cooking modes does the EC942K6CE-SS have?
Six: microwave, air fryer, convection, combi grill, bake and roast.