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Microwave Ovens under $500

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9 microwave ovens under $500 from Panasonic, Profile, BLACK+DECKER and more. Most cost $429 to $499, and half cost less than $461.

Top brands: Panasonic (4)

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BrandPanasonic4Profile1Sharp1Sscyht1Toshiba1
TypeOver the range11Countertop9
Capacity1.0 to 1.4 cu ft41.5 to 1.9 cu ft22.0 cu ft or more1
Wattage1000 to 1199 W41200 W or more2800 to 999 W1Under 800 W1
FinishStainless steel4White1
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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
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 11/04/2026 16:36 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 11/04/2026 16:36 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
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
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
CountertopUnder 800 Wn/a$499.00
as of 11/04/2026 16:36 PST - Details
Countertop1000 to 1199 WWhiten/a$411.31
as of 11/04/2026 16:36 PST - Details
Countertop2.0 cu ft or more1200 W or moreStainless steel8.5$474.95
as of 11/04/2026 00:36 PST - Details
Countertop1.0 to 1.4 cu ft1000 to 1199 W8.9$477.93
as of 11/04/2026 06:35 PST - Details
Countertop1.5 to 1.9 cu ft1000 to 1199 WStainless steeln/a$499.00
as of 11/04/2026 02:39 PST - Details

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