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Microwave Ovens under $250

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19 microwave ovens under $250 from Sharp, Danby, GE and more. Most cost $165 to $218, and half cost less than $190.

Top brands: Sharp (4)

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 - Details
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
Breville

Countertop

+Compact countertop design saves kitchen space
+Soft close door for quieter, gentler operation
+Can reheat, defrost and cook food
$249.95
as of 11/04/2026 13:42 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
Magic Chef

Countertop, 1.5 to 1.9 cu ft, 1000 to 1199 W, Stainless steel

+1000 to 1199 W: only 3 of 26 here have a higher wattage
$169.99-23%List: $220.00
as of 11/04/2026 00:05 PST - Details
ToshibaSpec score 8.5

Countertop, 1.5 to 1.9 cu ft, 1200 W or more, Stainless steel

+1200 W or more: the highest wattage of the 26 here
+Inverter power: only 4 of 35 here have one
$179.86-16%List: $212.99
as of 11/04/2026 06:35 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
BLACK+DECKERSpec score 8.3

Countertop, Under 1.0 cu ft, 800 to 999 W

+Five functions in one countertop unit
+Air fry function included
+Convection bake and roast functions included
−Capacity under 1.0 cubic foot limits large dishes
$176.21
as of 11/04/2026 13:39 PST - Details
Galanz

Countertop, Under 1.0 cu ft

+Retro design for a vintage kitchen look
+Countertop type needs no installation
+Auto cook and reheat functions
−Under 1.0 cu ft capacity holds less than standard sizes
$171.83
as of 11/03/2026 23:06 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
FarberwareSpec score 7.9

Countertop, 1.5 to 1.9 cu ft, 1000 to 1199 W, Stainless steel

+1000 to 1199 W: only 3 of 26 here have a higher wattage
+Sensor cooking: only 5 of 35 here have one
$154.99-9%List: $169.99
as of 11/03/2026 22:55 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
Sharp

Countertop, 1.5 to 1.9 cu ft, 1000 to 1199 W, Stainless steel

+1000 to 1199 W power for quicker heating
+1.5 to 1.9 cu ft capacity for larger dishes
+Removable 13.6 inch carousel turntable
−Countertop model needs counter space
$219.00
as of 11/04/2026 02:39 PST - Details
Nostalgia

Countertop, Under 1.0 cu ft, 800 to 999 W

+Retro styling with a digital display
+12 pre-programmed cooking settings
+800 to 999 W power for everyday heating
−Under 1.0 cu ft capacity, smaller interior
$164.98
as of 11/04/2026 00:28 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
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
Countertop1.5 to 1.9 cu ft1000 to 1199 WBlack stainlessn/a$199.99
as of 11/03/2026 23:09 PST - Details
Countertop1.0 to 1.4 cu ft1000 to 1199 WWhite8.4$209.00
as of 11/03/2026 23:09 PST - Details
Countertopn/a$249.95
as of 11/04/2026 13:42 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
Countertop1.5 to 1.9 cu ft1000 to 1199 WStainless steeln/a$169.99
as of 11/04/2026 00:05 PST - Details
Countertop1.5 to 1.9 cu ft1200 W or moreStainless steel8.5$179.86
as of 11/04/2026 06:35 PST - Details
Countertop1.0 to 1.4 cu ft1000 to 1199 WBlack8.4$209.00
as of 11/03/2026 23:09 PST - Details
CountertopUnder 1.0 cu ft800 to 999 W8.3$176.21
as of 11/04/2026 13:39 PST - Details
CountertopUnder 1.0 cu ftn/a$171.83
as of 11/03/2026 23:06 PST - Details

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