Chefman
Countertop, Under 1.0 cu ft, Under 800 W, Stainless steel
+Compact countertop design for small kitchens
+Three one-touch presets
+Ten power levels
−Under 1.0 cu ft capacity holds smaller dishes
$74.99-32%List: $109.99
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Pros+Compact countertop design for small kitchens
+Three one-touch presets
+Ten power levels
+Under 800 W power output
Cons−Under 1.0 cu ft capacity holds smaller dishes
Compared with the 119 Microwave Ovens on this page−Under 800 W: 153 of the 195 here have a higher wattage
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GE
Countertop, Under 1.0 cu ft, Under 800 W, White
+Compact under 1.0 cu ft capacity for small kitchens
+Four convenience cook settings
+One-touch cooking for quick use
−Under 800 W power is slower than higher-wattage models
−Under 1.0 cu ft capacity limits large dishes
$88.00-32%List: $129.00
as of 11/03/2026 23:09 PST - DetailsProduct details
Pros+Compact under 1.0 cu ft capacity for small kitchens
+Four convenience cook settings
+One-touch cooking for quick use
Cons−Under 800 W power is slower than higher-wattage models
−Under 1.0 cu ft capacity limits large dishes
Compared with the 119 Microwave Ovens on this page−Under 800 W: 153 of the 195 here have a higher wattage
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GE
Countertop, 1.0 to 1.4 cu ft, 800 to 999 W, Stainless steel
+1.0 to 1.4 cu ft capacity fits standard dishes
+800 to 999 W power for everyday heating
+Six auto cooking settings
−Countertop model takes up counter space
$118.97-32%List: $175.00
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Pros+1.0 to 1.4 cu ft capacity fits standard dishes
+800 to 999 W power for everyday heating
+Six auto cooking settings
Cons−Countertop model takes up counter space
Compared with the 119 Microwave Ovens on this page−800 to 999 W: 98 of the 195 here have a higher wattage
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Magic Chef
Countertop, 1.0 to 1.4 cu ft, Stainless steel
+Countertop design needs no mounting
+Interior between 1.0 and 1.4 cu ft
+Child safety lock included
−Countertop model takes up counter space
$128.10-24%List: $169.00
as of 11/04/2026 09:37 PST - DetailsProduct details
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Magic Chef
Countertop, Under 1.0 cu ft, Under 800 W, Black
+Compact 0.7 cubic foot capacity fits small spaces
+Rated at 700 watts for everyday reheating
+Countertop design needs no installation
−Under 1.0 cubic foot interior limits large dishes
$87.47-24%List: $115.00
as of 11/04/2026 00:05 PST - DetailsProduct details
Pros+Compact 0.7 cubic foot capacity fits small spaces
+Rated at 700 watts for everyday reheating
+Countertop design needs no installation
+Listed dimensions of 10.1 by 17 by 12.5 inches
Cons−Under 1.0 cubic foot interior limits large dishes
Compared with the 119 Microwave Ovens on this page−Under 800 W: 153 of the 195 here have a higher wattage
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GE
Countertop, 1.5 to 1.9 cu ft, 1000 to 1199 W, Black stainless
+Power of 1000 to 1199 W for faster cooking
+Capacity of 1.5 to 1.9 cu ft for larger dishes
+Child-lock feature helps keep the controls locked
−Larger countertop footprint than compact models
$199.99-23%List: $259.00
as of 11/03/2026 23:09 PST - DetailsProduct details
Pros+Power of 1000 to 1199 W for faster cooking
+Capacity of 1.5 to 1.9 cu ft for larger dishes
+Child-lock feature helps keep the controls locked
+Countertop design needs no installation
Cons−Larger countertop footprint than compact models
Compared with the 119 Microwave Ovens on this page+1000 to 1199 W: only 18 of 195 here have a higher wattage
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Farberware
Countertop, Under 1.0 cu ft, Under 800 W, White
+Compact 0.7 cu ft interior for small meals
+10 power levels with multi-stage cooking
+Six auto menus for common foods
−Under 800 W power cooks more slowly than standard models
−Small interior limits large dishes
$71.99-20%List: $89.99
as of 11/03/2026 22:55 PST - DetailsProduct details
Pros+Compact 0.7 cu ft interior for small meals
+10 power levels with multi-stage cooking
+Six auto menus for common foods
Cons−Under 800 W power cooks more slowly than standard models
−Small interior limits large dishes
Compared with the 119 Microwave Ovens on this page−Under 800 W: 153 of the 195 here have a higher wattage
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GE
Countertop, Under 1.0 cu ft, 800 to 999 W, Stainless steel
+Compact under 1.0 cu ft capacity for small kitchens
+800 to 999 W power for everyday heating
+Seven auto cooking settings
−Under 1.0 cu ft capacity limits large dishes
$119.00-20%List: $149.00
as of 11/03/2026 23:09 PST - DetailsProduct details
Pros+Compact under 1.0 cu ft capacity for small kitchens
+800 to 999 W power for everyday heating
+Seven auto cooking settings
Cons−Under 1.0 cu ft capacity limits large dishes
Compared with the 119 Microwave Ovens on this page−800 to 999 W: 98 of the 195 here have a higher wattage
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Magic Chef
Countertop, Under 1.0 cu ft, 800 to 999 W
+Countertop design for placement on a kitchen counter
+Power between 800 and 999 watts
+Under 1.0 cu ft interior for small portions
−Smallest interior capacity in this group
$129.19-19%List: $159.00
as of 11/04/2026 09:37 PST - DetailsProduct details
Pros+Countertop design for placement on a kitchen counter
+Power between 800 and 999 watts
+Under 1.0 cu ft interior for small portions
+Child safety lock included
Cons−Smallest interior capacity in this group
Compared with the 119 Microwave Ovens on this page−800 to 999 W: 98 of the 195 here have a higher wattage
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PanasonicSpec score 8.9
Countertop, 1.0 to 1.4 cu ft, 1000 to 1199 W, Stainless steel
+Four functions combined: microwave, air fryer, convection, and inverter cooking
+20 presets for time-saving cooking
+App-linked recipes via smart connectivity
$439.99-19%List: $539.95
as of 11/04/2026 00:35 PST - DetailsProduct details
Spec score8.9
Pros+Four functions combined: microwave, air fryer, convection, and inverter cooking
+20 presets for time-saving cooking
+App-linked recipes via smart connectivity
+1000 to 1199 watt power
Compared with the 119 Microwave Ovens on this page+Inverter power: only 17 of 368 here have one
+Air fry: only 19 of 368 here have one
+1000 to 1199 W: only 18 of 195 here have a higher wattage
+Convection: only 62 of 368 here have one
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PanasonicSpec score 8.5
Countertop, 2.0 cu ft or more, 1200 W or more, Stainless steel
+Large 2.0 cu ft or more capacity for big dishes
+1200 W power for fast cooking
+Inverter technology for even heating
$373.95-15%List: $439.95
as of 11/04/2026 00:36 PST - DetailsProduct details
Spec score8.5
Pros+Large 2.0 cu ft or more capacity for big dishes
+1200 W power for fast cooking
+Inverter technology for even heating
Compared with the 119 Microwave Ovens on this page+1200 W or more: the highest wattage of the 195 here
+Inverter power: only 17 of 368 here have one
+Sensor cooking: only 41 of 368 here have one
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GESpec score 8.4
Countertop, 1.0 to 1.4 cu ft, 1000 to 1199 W, White
+Air fry function adds crisping beyond standard microwaving
+Convection cooking included for baking and roasting
+Power of 1000 to 1199 W for faster cooking
−Capacity of 1.0 to 1.4 cu ft is smaller than standard models
$209.00-13%List: $239.00
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Spec score8.4
Pros+Air fry function adds crisping beyond standard microwaving
+Convection cooking included for baking and roasting
+Power of 1000 to 1199 W for faster cooking
+Countertop design needs no installation
Cons−Capacity of 1.0 to 1.4 cu ft is smaller than standard models
Compared with the 119 Microwave Ovens on this page+Air fry: only 19 of 368 here have one
+1000 to 1199 W: only 18 of 195 here have a higher wattage
+Convection: only 62 of 368 here have one
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ProfileSpec score 7.8
Countertop, 1.0 to 1.4 cu ft, 800 to 999 W, Stainless steel
+Sensor cooking adjusts time and power automatically
+Smart connectivity for app-based control
+Child lock technology helps keep settings secured
$461.00-11%List: $519.00
as of 11/03/2026 23:10 PST - DetailsProduct details
Spec score7.8
Pros+Sensor cooking adjusts time and power automatically
+Smart connectivity for app-based control
+Child lock technology helps keep settings secured
+Capacity between 1.0 and 1.4 cubic feet
Compared with the 119 Microwave Ovens on this page+Sensor cooking: only 41 of 368 here have one
−800 to 999 W: 98 of the 195 here have a higher wattage
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Nostalgia
Countertop, Under 1.0 cu ft, Under 800 W
+Retro styling with an LED display
+Easy clean interior
+Child lock included
−Under 800 W power for slower heating
−Under 1.0 cu ft capacity, smaller interior
$109.00-8%List: $117.99
as of 11/04/2026 00:28 PST - DetailsProduct details
Pros+Retro styling with an LED display
+Easy clean interior
+Child lock included
+Compact footprint for small counters
Cons−Under 800 W power for slower heating
−Under 1.0 cu ft capacity, smaller interior
Compared with the 119 Microwave Ovens on this page−Under 800 W: 153 of the 195 here have a higher wattage
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Frigidaire
Countertop, Under 1.0 cu ft, Under 800 W, Black
+Compact 0.7 cu ft size suits small kitchens
+LED display for easy reading
+10 power levels for controlled cooking
−Under 800 W power heats more slowly than higher-wattage models
−Under 1.0 cu ft capacity fits smaller meals
$69.00
as of 11/03/2026 23:02 PST - DetailsProduct details
Pros+Compact 0.7 cu ft size suits small kitchens
+LED display for easy reading
+10 power levels for controlled cooking
Cons−Under 800 W power heats more slowly than higher-wattage models
−Under 1.0 cu ft capacity fits smaller meals
Compared with the 119 Microwave Ovens on this page−Under 800 W: 153 of the 195 here have a higher wattage
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Commercial CHEF
Countertop, Under 1.0 cu ft, Under 800 W, Black
+Compact 0.6 cu ft countertop size
+Mechanical dial controls for simple operation
+Push button door opening
−Capacity is under 1.0 cu ft, a smaller interior
−Power under 800 W, slower than higher-wattage models
$69.99
as of 11/04/2026 15:42 PST - DetailsProduct details
Pros+Compact 0.6 cu ft countertop size
+Mechanical dial controls for simple operation
+Push button door opening
+700W power for everyday heating
Cons−Capacity is under 1.0 cu ft, a smaller interior
−Power under 800 W, slower than higher-wattage models
Compared with the 119 Microwave Ovens on this page−Under 800 W: 153 of the 195 here have a higher wattage
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GE
Countertop, 1.0 to 1.4 cu ft, 1000 to 1199 W, Black
+1000 to 1199 W power for faster cooking
+1.0 to 1.4 cu ft capacity fits standard dishes
+Seven convenience cook settings
−Countertop model takes up counter space
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Product details
Pros+1000 to 1199 W power for faster cooking
+1.0 to 1.4 cu ft capacity fits standard dishes
+Seven convenience cook settings
+One-touch cooking for quick use
Cons−Countertop model takes up counter space
Compared with the 119 Microwave Ovens on this page+1000 to 1199 W: only 18 of 195 here have a higher wattage
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GE
Countertop, Under 1.0 cu ft, 800 to 999 W, Stainless steel
+Seven convenience cook settings for quick meal preparation
+One-touch cooking buttons for simple operation
+Smart connectivity for app-based control
−Capacity under 1.0 cubic foot is smaller than typical models
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Product details
Pros+Seven convenience cook settings for quick meal preparation
+One-touch cooking buttons for simple operation
+Smart connectivity for app-based control
Cons−Capacity under 1.0 cubic foot is smaller than typical models
Compared with the 119 Microwave Ovens on this page−800 to 999 W: 98 of the 195 here have a higher wattage
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PanasonicSpec score 8.5
Countertop, 1.0 to 1.4 cu ft, 1200 W or more
+1200 W power for fast cooking
+Genius Sensor 2.0 adjusts cooking automatically
+Inverter technology for even heating at lower power
−Countertop only, not built-in or over-the-range
$429.95
as of 11/04/2026 00:35 PST - DetailsProduct details
Spec score8.5
Pros+1200 W power for fast cooking
+Genius Sensor 2.0 adjusts cooking automatically
+Inverter technology for even heating at lower power
+Countertop design with 1.0 to 1.4 cu ft capacity
Cons−Countertop only, not built-in or over-the-range
Compared with the 119 Microwave Ovens on this page+1200 W or more: the highest wattage of the 195 here
+Inverter power: only 17 of 368 here have one
+Sensor cooking: only 41 of 368 here have one
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Commercial CHEF
Countertop, Under 1.0 cu ft, Under 800 W, White
+Compact 0.7 cu ft capacity fits small counters
+Under 800 W power for basic reheating
+Touch controls with digital LED display
−Under 800 W power is lower than typical microwaves
$89.97
as of 11/04/2026 15:42 PST - DetailsProduct details
Pros+Compact 0.7 cu ft capacity fits small counters
+Under 800 W power for basic reheating
+Touch controls with digital LED display
Cons−Under 800 W power is lower than typical microwaves
Compared with the 119 Microwave Ovens on this page−Under 800 W: 153 of the 195 here have a higher wattage
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Samsung
Countertop, 1.5 to 1.9 cu ft, Black stainless
+Sensor cooking adjusts heating time automatically
+Countertop design needs no installation above the range
+Capacity of 1.5 to 1.9 cubic feet suits everyday cooking
−Countertop model takes up counter space
$349.00
as of 11/04/2026 01:39 PST - DetailsProduct details
Pros+Sensor cooking adjusts heating time automatically
+Countertop design needs no installation above the range
+Capacity of 1.5 to 1.9 cubic feet suits everyday cooking
Cons−Countertop model takes up counter space
Compared with the 119 Microwave Ovens on this page+Sensor cooking: only 41 of 368 here have one
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Farberware
Countertop, 1.0 to 1.4 cu ft, 1000 to 1199 W, Stainless steel
+1000 to 1199 W power for faster cooking
+1.0 to 1.4 cu ft capacity for medium-sized dishes
+LED lighting lights the interior
−Stainless steel finish shows fingerprints
$87.99
as of 11/03/2026 22:55 PST - DetailsProduct details
Pros+1000 to 1199 W power for faster cooking
+1.0 to 1.4 cu ft capacity for medium-sized dishes
+LED lighting lights the interior
+Child lock for safety
Cons−Stainless steel finish shows fingerprints
Compared with the 119 Microwave Ovens on this page+1000 to 1199 W: only 18 of 195 here have a higher wattage
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Farberware
Countertop, Under 1.0 cu ft, Under 800 W, Stainless steel
+Compact 0.7 cu ft interior for small meals
+10 power levels for precise heating
+Five preset options for common foods
−Under 800 W power cooks more slowly than standard models
−Small interior limits large dishes
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Product details
Pros+Compact 0.7 cu ft interior for small meals
+10 power levels for precise heating
+Five preset options for common foods
Cons−Under 800 W power cooks more slowly than standard models
−Small interior limits large dishes
Compared with the 119 Microwave Ovens on this page−Under 800 W: 153 of the 195 here have a higher wattage
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LGSpec score 8.5
Countertop, 1.5 to 1.9 cu ft, 1200 W or more, Stainless steel
+Smart features for connected control from a phone
+Sensor cooking adjusts time and power automatically
+Inverter technology for even power delivery
−Countertop model needs its own counter space
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Product details
Spec score8.5
Pros+Smart features for connected control from a phone
+Sensor cooking adjusts time and power automatically
+Inverter technology for even power delivery
+1200 W power for quicker heating than most countertop models
Cons−Countertop model needs its own counter space
Compared with the 119 Microwave Ovens on this page+1200 W or more: the highest wattage of the 195 here
+Inverter power: only 17 of 368 here have one
+Sensor cooking: only 41 of 368 here have one
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Avanti
Countertop, Under 1.0 cu ft, Under 800 W, White
+Compact 0.7 cubic foot capacity for small kitchens
+Digital touch controls with 6 one-touch presets
+10 power levels for precise cooking
−Power under 800 watts cooks more slowly than higher wattage models
$68.11
as of 11/04/2026 12:38 PST - DetailsProduct details
Pros+Compact 0.7 cubic foot capacity for small kitchens
+Digital touch controls with 6 one-touch presets
+10 power levels for precise cooking
+Power under 800 watts
Cons−Power under 800 watts cooks more slowly than higher wattage models
Compared with the 119 Microwave Ovens on this page−Under 800 W: 153 of the 195 here have a higher wattage
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Danby
Countertop, Under 1.0 cu ft, White
+Countertop design needs no mounting or installation
+Compact footprint suits small kitchens and dorms
+Capacity under 1.0 cubic foot for small portions
−Under 1.0 cubic foot capacity limits larger dishes
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Product details
Pros+Countertop design needs no mounting or installation
+Compact footprint suits small kitchens and dorms
+Capacity under 1.0 cubic foot for small portions
Cons−Under 1.0 cubic foot capacity limits larger dishes
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PanasonicSpec score 7.8
Countertop, Under 1.0 cu ft, 800 to 999 W, Black stainless
+Sensor cook and reheat functions
+10 power levels for precise control
+Auto defrost setting
−Lower 900 watt power than higher-wattage countertop models
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Product details
Spec score7.8
Pros+Sensor cook and reheat functions
+10 power levels for precise control
+Auto defrost setting
+0.9 cubic foot capacity for smaller kitchens
Cons−Lower 900 watt power than higher-wattage countertop models
Compared with the 119 Microwave Ovens on this page+Sensor cooking: only 41 of 368 here have one
−800 to 999 W: 98 of the 195 here have a higher wattage
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GE
Countertop, 2.0 cu ft or more, 1200 W or more, White
+1200 watts of power heats food quickly
+2.0 cubic feet capacity fits large dishes
+Countertop design needs no mounting or installation
−Larger footprint takes up more counter space
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Product details
Pros+1200 watts of power heats food quickly
+2.0 cubic feet capacity fits large dishes
+Countertop design needs no mounting or installation
Cons−Larger footprint takes up more counter space
Compared with the 119 Microwave Ovens on this page+1200 W or more: the highest wattage of the 195 here
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