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Microwave Ovens under $300

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16 microwave ovens under $300 from Panasonic, BLACK+DECKER, Danby and more. Most cost $219 to $299, and half cost less than $270.

Top brands: Panasonic (4)

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
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 - Details
ToshibaSpec score 8.9

Countertop, Under 1.0 cu ft, Black stainless

+Convection: only 3 of 40 here have one
+Air fry: only 5 of 40 here have one
$269.99-33%List: $399.99
as of 11/04/2026 06:35 PST - Details
ToshibaSpec score 8.4

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

+Includes air fry function for crispy cooking
+Inverter technology provides steady power for even heating
+1.0 to 1.4 cu ft capacity
$299.99-14%List: $349.99
as of 11/04/2026 06:35 PST - Details
PanasonicSpec score 8.5

Countertop, 1200 W or more, Black

+1200 W or more power for fast cooking
+Genius Sensor cooking adjusts time automatically
+Inverter technology for even heating
$294.95-9%Was: $324.90
as of 11/04/2026 00:36 PST - Details
ToshibaSpec score 8.9

Countertop, 1.5 to 1.9 cu ft, 1000 to 1199 W, Black stainless

+Includes air fry function for crispy cooking
+Convection cooking adds an oven-style mode
+Smart sensor adjusts cooking automatically
−1000 to 1199 W power is standard for this class
$271.99
as of 11/04/2026 06:35 PST - Details
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 - 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
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 - Details
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
as of 11/04/2026 00:36 PST - Details
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 - 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
Uyjkoae

Countertop, Under 1.0 cu ft

+Compact countertop design with under 1.0 cubic foot capacity
+Fits in small kitchens, dorm rooms or offices
+Countertop placement needs no installation
$288.00
as of 11/04/2026 00:12 PST - Details
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 - Details

Compare specs

microwave ovenTypeCapacityWattageFinishSpec scorePrice
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
Countertop2.0 cu ft or more1200 W or moreStainless steel8.0$284.99
as of 11/04/2026 09:40 PST - Details
CountertopUnder 1.0 cu ftBlack stainless8.9$269.99
as of 11/04/2026 06:35 PST - Details
Countertop1.0 to 1.4 cu ft1000 to 1199 WBlack stainless8.4$299.99
as of 11/04/2026 06:35 PST - Details
Countertop1200 W or moreBlack8.5$294.95
as of 11/04/2026 00:36 PST - Details
Countertop1.5 to 1.9 cu ft1000 to 1199 WBlack stainless8.9$271.99
as of 11/04/2026 06:35 PST - Details
Countertop2.0 cu ft or more1200 W or moreStainless steeln/a$269.00
as of 11/04/2026 02:39 PST - Details
Countertop1.5 to 1.9 cu ft1000 to 1199 WStainless steeln/a$219.00
as of 11/04/2026 02:39 PST - Details
CountertopUnder 1.0 cu ft800 to 999 WStainless steeln/a$250.00
as of 11/04/2026 20:40 PST - Details

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