Countertop, 1.5 to 1.9 cu ft, 1200 W or more, Stainless steel
Smart Microwaves
7 smart microwaves from LG, Sharp, Toshiba and more. Prices run $281 to $349.
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Spec score 8.5
+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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LG 1.5 cu. ft. Countertop Microwave, Mid-Sized, Stainless Steel, 1200 Watt | 21.44" W x 16.19" D x 12.13" H, SmartNo current price. Check it at the store.View on Amazon
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 7 Microwave Ovens on this page+1200 W or more: the highest wattage of the 14 here
+Inverter power: only 3 of 24 here have one
+Sensor cooking: only 5 of 24 here have one
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Spec score 8.3
Over the range, 1.5 to 1.9 cu ft, Stainless steel
+Air fry function for crisping food
+Convection cooking for baking and browning
+Smart features for connected control from a phone
−Over-the-range design requires an installed mounting space
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LG Smart 1.7 cu. ft. Over the Range Convection Microwave Oven with Air Fry in PrintProof Stainless Steel MHEC1737FNo current price. Check it at the store.View on Amazon
Spec score8.3
Pros
+Air fry function for crisping food
+Convection cooking for baking and browning
+Smart features for connected control from a phone
+Over-the-range design frees counter space
Cons−Over-the-range design requires an installed mounting space
Compared with the 7 Microwave Ovens on this page+Convection: only 3 of 24 here have one
+Air fry: only 3 of 24 here have one
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Over the range, 1.5 to 1.9 cu ft
+Smart features for connected control
+1.8 cu. ft. capacity, above the typical over-the-range size
+EasyClean interior for simpler wipe-downs
−Over-the-range design requires mounting above a cooktop
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Smart 1.8 cu. ft. Over-the-Range Microwave Oven with EasyClean by LG ElectronicsNo current price. Check it at the store.View on Amazon
Pros
+Smart features for connected control
+1.8 cu. ft. capacity, above the typical over-the-range size
+EasyClean interior for simpler wipe-downs
Cons−Over-the-range design requires mounting above a cooktop
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Over the range, 1.5 to 1.9 cu ft, Stainless steel
+Smart features for connected control from a phone
+1.8 cu ft capacity for mid-sized dishes
+Over-the-range design frees counter space
−Over-the-range design requires an installed mounting space
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LG MVEM1825X 1.8 Cu. Ft. Stainless Steel Over-the-Range Smart MicrowaveNo current price. Check it at the store.View on Amazon
Pros
+Smart features for connected control from a phone
+1.8 cu ft capacity for mid-sized dishes
+Over-the-range design frees counter space
Cons−Over-the-range design requires an installed mounting space
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Over the range, 1.5 to 1.9 cu ft, 1000 to 1199 W, Stainless steel
+Smart touch panel controls
+18 auto cook menus for guided cooking
+1000W power for everyday cooking
−Over-the-range design requires mounting above a stove
$281.16
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Midea Over the Range Microwave Oven, 1.7 Cu.Ft, 1000W, Stainless Steel | Smart Touch Panel, 18 Auto Cook Menus, 300 CFM
$281.16as of 11/04/2026 00:12 PST - Details
View on AmazonPros
+Smart touch panel controls
+18 auto cook menus for guided cooking
+1000W power for everyday cooking
+Built-in 300 CFM vent fan for stovetop smoke
Cons−Over-the-range design requires mounting above a stove
Compared with the 7 Microwave Ovens on this page+1000 to 1199 W: only 1 of 14 here have a higher wattage
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Over the range, 1.5 to 1.9 cu ft, 30 inch
+Smart features for connected control
+30 inch width fits standard over-the-range cabinet openings
+1.7 cu. ft. capacity, above the typical over-the-range size
−Over-the-range design requires mounting above a cooktop
$349.00
as of 11/04/2026 02:39 PST - DetailsProduct details
Sharp SMO1759JS 30 in. 1.7 cu. ft. Smart Over the Range Microwave Oven
$349.00as of 11/04/2026 02:39 PST - Details
View on AmazonPros
+Smart features for connected control
+30 inch width fits standard over-the-range cabinet openings
+1.7 cu. ft. capacity, above the typical over-the-range size
Cons−Over-the-range design requires mounting above a cooktop
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Over the range, 1.5 to 1.9 cu ft, 1000 to 1199 W, 30 inch
+Smart features for app or voice control
+Power between 1000 and 1199 watts
+Interior between 1.5 and 1.9 cu ft
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1.8 cu. ft. 30 in. W Smart Over The Range Microwave Oven with EasyClean in PrintProof Stainless Steel 1000-WattNo price recorded yet.View on Amazon
Pros
+Smart features for app or voice control
+Power between 1000 and 1199 watts
+Interior between 1.5 and 1.9 cu ft
+30 inch width fits standard cabinet openings
+EasyClean interior coating
Compared with the 7 Microwave Ovens on this page+1000 to 1199 W: only 1 of 14 here have a higher wattage
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Compare specs
| microwave oven | Type | Capacity | Wattage | Finish | Spec score | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Countertop | 1.5 to 1.9 cu ft | 1200 W or more | Stainless steel | 8.5 | No current price | |
| Over the range | 1.5 to 1.9 cu ft | Stainless steel | 8.3 | No current price | ||
| Over the range | 1.5 to 1.9 cu ft | n/a | No current price | |||
| Over the range | 1.5 to 1.9 cu ft | Stainless steel | n/a | No current price | ||
| Over the range | 1.5 to 1.9 cu ft | 1000 to 1199 W | Stainless steel | n/a | $281.16 as of 11/04/2026 00:12 PST - Details | |
| Over the range | 1.5 to 1.9 cu ft | n/a | $349.00 as of 11/04/2026 02:39 PST - Details | |||
| Over the range | 1.5 to 1.9 cu ft | 1000 to 1199 W | Stainless steel | n/a | No current price |






