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Microwave Ovens under $250

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7 microwave ovens under $250 from Sharp, Danby, GE and more. Most cost $199 to $218, and half cost less than $209.

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
Samsung

Over the range, 1.5 to 1.9 cu ft, White

+Over-the-range design saves counter space
+1.7 cubic foot capacity holds larger dishes
−Mounts above the range rather than on the counter
$199.50
as of 11/04/2026 01:39 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
Amana

Over the range, 1.5 to 1.9 cu ft, White

+Over-the-range design saves counter space
+Capacity between 1.5 and 1.9 cubic feet
−Requires mounting above the range, so installation is involved
$199.12
as of 11/04/2026 11:37 PST - Details
Sencor

800 to 999 W, White

+Eight simple preset programs
+17 L volume for everyday portions
+800W power for basic heating
$154.03
as of 11/04/2026 00:12 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

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
Over the range1.5 to 1.9 cu ftWhiten/a$199.50
as of 11/04/2026 01:39 PST - Details
Countertop1.0 to 1.4 cu ft1000 to 1199 WWhite7.9$216.99
as of 11/04/2026 00:35 PST - Details
Over the range1.5 to 1.9 cu ftWhiten/a$199.12
as of 11/04/2026 11:37 PST - Details
800 to 999 WWhiten/a$154.03
as of 11/04/2026 00:12 PST - Details
CountertopWhiten/a$218.75
as of 11/04/2026 16:40 PST - Details
Countertop1.0 to 1.4 cu ft1000 to 1199 WWhiten/a$218.84
as of 11/04/2026 16:40 PST - Details

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