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Microwave Ovens under $500

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21 microwave ovens under $500 from Panasonic, Profile, BLACK+DECKER and more. Most cost $411 to $499, and half cost less than $461.

Top brands: Panasonic (4)

HaierSpec score 7.9

Over the range, 1.0 to 1.4 cu ft, 1000 to 1199 W, 24 inch

+Power of 1000 to 1199 watts for faster heating
+Sensor cooking adjusts time and power automatically
+Built-in 300 CFM vent fan over the range
$440.00-27%List: $599.00
as of 11/03/2026 23:19 PST - Details
PanasonicSpec score 8.9

Countertop, 1.0 to 1.4 cu ft, 1000 to 1199 W, Stainless steel

+Four functions combined: microwave, air fryer, convection, and inverter cooking
+20 presets for time-saving cooking
+App-linked recipes via smart connectivity
$439.99-19%List: $539.95
as of 11/04/2026 00:35 PST - Details
ProfileSpec score 7.8

Countertop, 1.0 to 1.4 cu ft, 800 to 999 W, Stainless steel

+Sensor cooking adjusts time and power automatically
+Smart connectivity for app-based control
+Child lock technology helps keep settings secured
$461.00-11%List: $519.00
as of 11/03/2026 23:10 PST - Details
PanasonicSpec score 8.5

Countertop, 1.0 to 1.4 cu ft, 1200 W or more

+1200 W power for fast cooking
+Genius Sensor 2.0 adjusts cooking automatically
+Inverter technology for even heating at lower power
−Countertop only, not built-in or over-the-range
$429.95
as of 11/04/2026 00:35 PST - Details
Panasonic

Countertop, 1.5 to 1.9 cu ft

+Cyclonic Wave technology is named as a cooking feature
+Countertop design needs no installation
+1.6 cubic foot capacity for family-size meals
$429.00
as of 11/04/2026 00:35 PST - Details
Summit Appliance

Over the range, 1.0 to 1.4 cu ft, 24 inch, Black

+24 inch width for standard over-the-range installs
+1.0 to 1.4 cu ft capacity for everyday cooking
+Under-cabinet ventilation built in
$496.45
as of 11/04/2026 05:35 PST - Details
Profile

Over the range, 1.0 to 1.4 cu ft, 1000 to 1199 W, 30 inch

+1000 to 1199 W: only 2 of 17 here have a higher wattage
$407.00-14%Was: $472.00
as of 11/03/2026 23:10 PST - Details
Impecca

Over the range, 1.0 to 1.4 cu ft, Stainless steel

+1.4 cu ft capacity for larger dishes
+24 inch width fits standard over-the-range spaces
+Six one-touch cooking menus for quick use
−Over-the-range install requires a cabinet space above the cooktop
$459.99
as of 11/03/2026 23:35 PST - Details
BLACK+DECKERSpec score 7.8

800 to 999 W

+Grill and convection functions included
+Defrost function included
+Five power levels for flexible cooking
−Two combined functions only, not a full multi-cooker
$498.88
as of 11/04/2026 13:39 PST - Details
Sscyht

Countertop, Under 800 W

+Compact countertop size
+10 power levels for flexible cooking
+Easy to operate controls
−Under 800 W power is lower than typical microwaves
$499.00
as of 11/03/2026 22:30 PST - Details
Contoure

Over the range, 1.5 to 1.9 cu ft, 800 to 999 W, Stainless steel

+Over-the-range design saves counter space
+1.5 to 1.9 cu ft capacity
+900 W microwave power
$459.95
as of 11/03/2026 22:28 PST - Details
Generic

Countertop, 1000 to 1199 W, White

+Mechanical dial controls for simple, direct operation
+Five power levels for adjustable cooking
+1.2 cubic foot interior for medium-sized dishes
$411.31
as of 11/03/2026 22:30 PST - Details
Sharp

Over the range, 1000 to 1199 W, Stainless steel

+Over-the-range design saves counter space
+1000 to 1199 watts of power for faster cooking
−Must be mounted above a range, so it does not fit elsewhere
$499.00
as of 11/04/2026 02:39 PST - Details
BLACK+DECKERSpec score 8.8

Over the range, 1.5 to 1.9 cu ft, 800 to 999 W, Stainless steel

+Convection: only 3 of 21 here have one
+Air fry: only 3 of 21 here have one
−800 to 999 W: 12 of the 17 here have a higher wattage
$405.94-11%List: $455.99
as of 11/04/2026 13:39 PST - Details
PanasonicSpec 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 17 here
+Inverter power: only 4 of 21 here have one
$474.95
as of 11/04/2026 00:36 PST - Details
ToshibaSpec score 8.9

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

+1000 to 1199 W: only 2 of 17 here have a higher wattage
+Air fry: only 3 of 21 here have one
$477.93
as of 11/04/2026 06:35 PST - Details
KoolMoreSpec score 7.9

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

+1000 to 1199 W: only 2 of 17 here have a higher wattage
+Sensor cooking: only 10 of 21 here have one
$439.00
as of 11/03/2026 23:48 PST - Details
CosmoSpec score 7.9

Over the range, 1.0 to 1.4 cu ft, 1000 to 1199 W, 30 inch

+1000 to 1199 W: only 2 of 17 here have a higher wattage
+Sensor cooking: only 10 of 21 here have one
$469.00
as of 11/04/2026 09:40 PST - Details
MideaSpec score 7.9

Over the range, 1.0 to 1.4 cu ft, 1000 to 1199 W, Stainless steel

+1000 to 1199 W: only 2 of 17 here have a higher wattage
+Sensor cooking: only 10 of 21 here have one
$478.63
as of 11/04/2026 00:12 PST - Details
Sharp

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

+1000 to 1199 W: only 2 of 17 here have a higher wattage
$499.00
as of 11/04/2026 02:39 PST - Details

Compare specs

microwave ovenTypeCapacityWattageFinishSpec scorePrice
Over the range1.0 to 1.4 cu ft1000 to 1199 WStainless steel7.9$440.00
as of 11/03/2026 23:19 PST - Details
Countertop1.0 to 1.4 cu ft1000 to 1199 WStainless steel8.9$439.99
as of 11/04/2026 00:35 PST - Details
Countertop1.0 to 1.4 cu ft800 to 999 WStainless steel7.8$461.00
as of 11/03/2026 23:10 PST - Details
Countertop1.0 to 1.4 cu ft1200 W or more8.5$429.95
as of 11/04/2026 00:35 PST - Details
Countertop1.5 to 1.9 cu ftn/a$429.00
as of 11/04/2026 00:35 PST - Details
Over the range1.0 to 1.4 cu ftBlackn/a$496.45
as of 11/04/2026 05:35 PST - Details
Over the range1.5 to 1.9 cu ftBlack stainlessn/a$499.12
as of 11/03/2026 23:06 PST - Details
Over the range1.0 to 1.4 cu ft1000 to 1199 WStainless steeln/a$407.00
as of 11/03/2026 23:10 PST - Details
Over the range1.0 to 1.4 cu ftStainless steeln/a$459.99
as of 11/03/2026 23:35 PST - Details
800 to 999 W7.8$498.88
as of 11/04/2026 13:39 PST - Details

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