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Microwave Ovens under $250

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17 microwave ovens under $250 from Sharp, Danby, GE and more. Most cost $170 to $229, and half cost less than $209.

Top brands: Sharp (5)GE (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
GE

Over the range, 1.5 to 1.9 cu ft, 1000 to 1199 W, 30 inch

+Standard 30 inch width fits common over-the-range openings
+Capacity of 1.5 to 1.9 cu ft for larger dishes
+Power of 1000 to 1199 W for faster cooking
−Mounts over the range rather than sitting on the counter
$229.00
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
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
Magnavox

Over the range, 1.5 to 1.9 cu ft, 1000 to 1199 W, Stainless steel

+Over-the-range design saves counter space
+1000W power for everyday cooking and reheating
+Built-in 300 CFM vent fan for stovetop smoke
−Over-the-range design requires mounting above a stove
$229.00-18%Was: $279.00
as of 11/04/2026 00:05 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+DECKER

Over the range, 1.5 to 1.9 cu ft, 1000 to 1199 W, Black

+Over-the-range design frees up counter space
+Child safety lock for households with children
+LED display for easy reading
−Requires mounting above a range, not a countertop placement
$233.00
as of 11/04/2026 13:39 PST - Details
BLACK+DECKER

1.5 to 1.9 cu ft, 1000 to 1199 W

+Over-the-range design frees up counter space
+Incandescent lighting in the cavity
+1000 watts of cooking power
−Requires mounting above a range, not a countertop placement
$249.99
as of 11/04/2026 13:39 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
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
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
Over the range1.5 to 1.9 cu ft1000 to 1199 WStainless steeln/a$229.00
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
Countertop1.5 to 1.9 cu ft1000 to 1199 WStainless steeln/a$169.99
as of 11/04/2026 00:05 PST - Details
Over the range1.5 to 1.9 cu ft1000 to 1199 WStainless steeln/a$229.00
as of 11/04/2026 00:05 PST - Details
Countertop1.0 to 1.4 cu ft1000 to 1199 WBlack8.4$209.00
as of 11/03/2026 23:09 PST - Details
Over the range1.5 to 1.9 cu ft1000 to 1199 WBlackn/a$233.00
as of 11/04/2026 13:39 PST - Details
1.5 to 1.9 cu ft1000 to 1199 Wn/a$249.99
as of 11/04/2026 13:39 PST - Details

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