PanasonicSpec score 8.0
1.0 to 1.4 cu ft, 1200 W or more, Stainless steel
+1200 W power for fast cooking
+Sensor cooking adjusts time automatically
+1.0 to 1.4 cu ft capacity for everyday use
$299.95-19%List: $369.95
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Spec score8.0
Pros+1200 W power for fast cooking
+Sensor cooking adjusts time automatically
+1.0 to 1.4 cu ft capacity for everyday use
Compared with the 15 Microwave Ovens on this page+1200 W or more: the highest wattage of the 29 here
+Sensor cooking: only 11 of 40 here have one
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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 11/04/2026 20:40 PST - DetailsProduct details
Pros+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
+Over-the-range design frees up counter space
Cons−Mounts over the range rather than sitting on the counter
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Frigidaire
Over the range, 1.5 to 1.9 cu ft, Stainless steel
+1.7 cu ft capacity holds larger dishes than countertop models
+Over-the-range design frees up counter space
+Mounts above the stove to save cabinet space
−Requires installation above a range, not a plug-and-use setup
$239.00
as of 11/04/2026 19:41 PST - DetailsProduct details
Pros+1.7 cu ft capacity holds larger dishes than countertop models
+Over-the-range design frees up counter space
+Mounts above the stove to save cabinet space
Cons−Requires installation above a range, not a plug-and-use setup
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Summit Appliance
Over the range, Under 1.0 cu ft, 24 inch, Stainless steel
+24 inch width fits standard over-the-range spaces
+Built-in design saves counter space
+0.9 cubic foot capacity suits small households
−0.9 cubic foot capacity is small for large dishes
$263.00
as of 11/04/2026 05:35 PST - DetailsProduct details
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CosmoSpec score 8.0
Countertop, 2.0 cu ft or more, 1200 W or more, 24 inch
+Large 2.0 cu ft or more capacity
+1200 W or more power output
+Automatic sensor cooking
$284.99
as of 11/04/2026 09:40 PST - DetailsProduct details
Spec score8.0
Pros+Large 2.0 cu ft or more capacity
+1200 W or more power output
+Automatic sensor cooking
+24 inches wide for countertop use
Compared with the 15 Microwave Ovens on this page+1200 W or more: the highest wattage of the 29 here
+Sensor cooking: only 11 of 40 here have one
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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 - DetailsProduct details
Pros+Over-the-range design saves counter space
+1000W power for everyday cooking and reheating
+Built-in 300 CFM vent fan for stovetop smoke
Cons−Over-the-range design requires mounting above a stove
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Sharp
Countertop, 2.0 cu ft or more, 1200 W or more, Stainless steel
+1200 W or more power for fast heating
+2.0 cu ft or more capacity for large dishes
+Removable 16.5 inch carousel turntable fits large plates
−Largest countertop size in this group takes more counter space
$269.00
as of 11/04/2026 02:39 PST - DetailsProduct details
Pros+1200 W or more power for fast heating
+2.0 cu ft or more capacity for large dishes
+Removable 16.5 inch carousel turntable fits large plates
Cons−Largest countertop size in this group takes more counter space
Compared with the 15 Microwave Ovens on this page+1200 W or more: the highest wattage of the 29 here
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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
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GE
Countertop, Under 1.0 cu ft, 800 to 999 W, Stainless steel
+Compact footprint suits small kitchens and dorm rooms
+Power of 800 to 999 W handles everyday reheating
+Countertop design needs no installation
−Capacity under 1.0 cu ft holds fewer dishes than standard models
$250.00
as of 11/04/2026 20:40 PST - DetailsProduct details
Pros+Compact footprint suits small kitchens and dorm rooms
+Power of 800 to 999 W handles everyday reheating
+Countertop design needs no installation
Cons−Capacity under 1.0 cu ft holds fewer dishes than standard models
Compared with the 15 Microwave Ovens on this page−800 to 999 W: 23 of the 29 here have a higher wattage
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Midea
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
as of 11/04/2026 00:12 PST - DetailsProduct details
Pros+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
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Generic
Over the range, 1.5 to 1.9 cu ft, Stainless steel
+Ductless design needs no external vent to the outdoors
+Over-the-range design frees up counter space
+Capacity of 1.5 to 1.9 cubic feet suits everyday cooking
−Over-the-range installation requires mounting above the cooktop
$219.99
as of 11/04/2026 02:36 PST - DetailsProduct details
Pros+Ductless design needs no external vent to the outdoors
+Over-the-range design frees up counter space
+Capacity of 1.5 to 1.9 cubic feet suits everyday cooking
Cons−Over-the-range installation requires mounting above the cooktop
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PanasonicSpec score 8.5
Countertop, 1.0 to 1.4 cu ft, 1200 W or more, Stainless steel
+1200 W power for fast cooking
+Genius Sensor cooking adjusts time automatically
+Inverter technology for even heating
$259.95
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Spec score8.5
Pros+1200 W power for fast cooking
+Genius Sensor cooking adjusts time automatically
+Inverter technology for even heating
Compared with the 15 Microwave Ovens on this page+1200 W or more: the highest wattage of the 29 here
+Inverter power: only 7 of 40 here have one
+Sensor cooking: only 11 of 40 here have one
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PanasonicSpec score 8.5
Countertop, 1.0 to 1.4 cu ft, 1200 W or more, Stainless steel
+Inverter technology for more even cooking
+Genius Sensor cooking for automatic timing
+Over 1200 watts for faster cooking
$299.95
as of 11/04/2026 00:35 PST - DetailsProduct details
Spec score8.5
Pros+Inverter technology for more even cooking
+Genius Sensor cooking for automatic timing
+Over 1200 watts for faster cooking
+1.2 cubic foot capacity
Compared with the 15 Microwave Ovens on this page+1200 W or more: the highest wattage of the 29 here
+Inverter power: only 7 of 40 here have one
+Sensor cooking: only 11 of 40 here have one
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RecProSpec score 7.8
1.0 to 1.4 cu ft, 800 to 999 W, Stainless steel
+Built-in air fry function for crispy results
+900 W cooking power for faster heating
+Quick start button for fast operation
$299.95
as of 11/04/2026 00:50 PST - DetailsProduct details
Spec score7.8
Pros+Built-in air fry function for crispy results
+900 W cooking power for faster heating
+Quick start button for fast operation
+Eleven power levels for adjustable cooking
+Child lock included
Compared with the 15 Microwave Ovens on this page+Air fry: only 5 of 40 here have one
−800 to 999 W: 23 of the 29 here have a higher wattage
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ToshibaSpec score 8.5
Countertop, 2.0 cu ft or more, 1200 W or more, Stainless steel
+1200 W or more: the highest wattage of the 29 here
+Inverter power: only 7 of 40 here have one
$276.99
as of 11/04/2026 06:35 PST - DetailsProduct details
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