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Microwave Ovens under $250

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13 microwave ovens under $250 from Sharp, Danby, GE and more. Most cost $170 to $218, and half cost less than $200.

Top brands: Sharp (4)

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
as of 11/03/2026 23:09 PST - Details
PanasonicSpec score 7.9

Countertop, 1.0 to 1.4 cu ft, 1000 to 1199 W, White

+Genius Sensor cooking for automatic timing
+Quick 30 second button for fast heating
+Popcorn button and child safety lock
$216.99
as of 11/04/2026 00:35 PST - Details
Emerson

Countertop, 1.0 to 1.4 cu ft, 1000 to 1199 W, Stainless steel

+Removable glass turntable for easy cleaning
+Child safety lock for households with children
+Six pre-programmed settings for quick cooking
$169.64
as of 11/03/2026 22:50 PST - Details
GESpec score 8.4

Countertop, 1.0 to 1.4 cu ft, 1000 to 1199 W, Black

+Convection: only 4 of 35 here have one
+Air fry: only 4 of 35 here have one
$209.00-13%List: $239.00
as of 11/03/2026 23:09 PST - Details
ToshibaSpec score 8.3

1.0 to 1.4 cu ft, Black stainless

+Includes air fry and convection functions
+Convection cooking adds an oven-style mode
+1.0 cu ft capacity for everyday meals
$199.99-11%List: $223.99
as of 11/04/2026 06:35 PST - Details
ToshibaSpec score 8.5

Countertop, 1.0 to 1.4 cu ft, 1200 W or more, Black stainless

+1200 W or more power for faster cooking
+Inverter technology provides steady power for even heating
+Smart sensor adjusts cooking automatically
$199.99
as of 11/04/2026 06:35 PST - Details
PanasonicSpec score 8.5

1.0 to 1.4 cu ft, 1200 W or more, Black

+1200 W power for fast cooking
+Genius Sensor cooking adjusts time automatically
+Inverter technology for even heating
$249.95
as of 11/04/2026 00:36 PST - Details
SharpSpec score 7.9

1.0 to 1.4 cu ft, 1000 to 1199 W, Stainless steel

+Inverter technology for even power delivery
+Flatbed design with no turntable
+1.0 to 1.4 cu. ft. capacity for mid-sized meals
$169.99
as of 11/04/2026 02:39 PST - Details
Sharp

Countertop, 1.0 to 1.4 cu ft, 1000 to 1199 W, Stainless steel

+Works with Alexa voice control
+Removable 12.4 inch carousel fits larger plates
+1.0 to 1.4 cu. ft. capacity for mid-sized meals
$189.97
as of 11/04/2026 02:39 PST - Details
Contoure

Built-in, 1.0 to 1.4 cu ft, 800 to 999 W, Stainless steel

+Built-in design for RV installation
+1.0 to 1.4 cu ft capacity
+900 W microwave power
$199.95
as of 11/04/2026 15:44 PST - Details
Sharp

Countertop, 1.0 to 1.4 cu ft, 1000 to 1199 W, Black

+Countertop design fits on a kitchen counter
+1000 to 1199 W power for quicker heating
+1.0 to 1.4 cu ft capacity for everyday cooking
−Black finish only
$179.00
as of 11/04/2026 02:39 PST - Details
Danby

Countertop, 1.0 to 1.4 cu ft, 1000 to 1199 W, White

+1.0 to 1.4 cubic foot capacity for family-sized dishes
+Around 1000 watts for fast heating
+Push button door
$218.84
as of 11/04/2026 16:40 PST - Details
Sharp

Countertop, 1.0 to 1.4 cu ft, 1000 to 1199 W, Stainless steel

+1000 to 1199 W: only 3 of 26 here have a higher wattage
$159.00
as of 11/04/2026 02:39 PST - Details

Compare specs

microwave ovenTypeCapacityWattageFinishSpec scorePrice
Countertop1.0 to 1.4 cu ft1000 to 1199 WWhite8.4$209.00
as of 11/03/2026 23:09 PST - Details
Countertop1.0 to 1.4 cu ft1000 to 1199 WWhite7.9$216.99
as of 11/04/2026 00:35 PST - Details
Countertop1.0 to 1.4 cu ft1000 to 1199 WStainless steeln/a$169.64
as of 11/03/2026 22:50 PST - Details
Countertop1.0 to 1.4 cu ft1000 to 1199 WBlack8.4$209.00
as of 11/03/2026 23:09 PST - Details
1.0 to 1.4 cu ftBlack stainless8.3$199.99
as of 11/04/2026 06:35 PST - Details
Countertop1.0 to 1.4 cu ft1200 W or moreBlack stainless8.5$199.99
as of 11/04/2026 06:35 PST - Details
1.0 to 1.4 cu ft1200 W or moreBlack8.5$249.95
as of 11/04/2026 00:36 PST - Details
1.0 to 1.4 cu ft1000 to 1199 WStainless steel7.9$169.99
as of 11/04/2026 02:39 PST - Details
Countertop1.0 to 1.4 cu ft1000 to 1199 WStainless steeln/a$189.97
as of 11/04/2026 02:39 PST - Details
Built-in1.0 to 1.4 cu ft800 to 999 WStainless steeln/a$199.95
as of 11/04/2026 15:44 PST - Details

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