Altimo vs Indesit Microwaves

Altimo is represented by Altimo MMW701S (£54), with the MMW701W white and MMW701B black 700W 20L models, both at £54. It sits as an ultra-budget 20L freestanding line, aimed at very low-cost solo microwaving. Indesit counters with Indesit IP252RXUK (£369), alongside the MWI120GX at £179 and MWI125GX at £199. The choice is less about one winner than about fit, cooking style and budget.

Technically, Altimo MMW701S brings a 700W, 20L solo format with five cooking power levels, quick defrost and a manual kitchen timer, available in silver, white and black. Indesit IP252RXUK brings a clear progression from £179 and £199 built-in models to the £369 IP252RXUK, giving buyers fitted-kitchen styling, simpler controls and a more affordable route than premium compact-combi appliances. So compare installation style, litre capacity, wattage and whether the appliance is solo, grill or full combination. Finish matters: a fitted gloss or stainless look feels very different from a plug-in worktop microwave.

Altimo suits students, landlords, spare rooms, offices and anyone needing basic reheating for the smallest outlay. The £54 price is the main value case; it will not replace an oven, but it can handle drinks, ready meals and defrosting cheaply. Indesit suits budget kitchen renovations, rental properties and households that want an integrated appliance but do not need a large convection cavity or showcase finish. The payback is mostly space and appearance: a built-in unit keeps worktops clear while staying far below premium brands. Energy payback is usually modest on microwaves, so value is more about avoiding wasted oven use, saving worktop space or keeping replacement cost low.

Bottom line: "choose Altimo if you need the lowest-cost 20L 700W microwave with manual controls / opt for Indesit if you want an affordable built-in microwave line with sensible step-up pricing"