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Microwave Ovens under $500

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10 microwave ovens under $500 from Panasonic, Profile, BLACK+DECKER and more. Most cost $411 to $499, and half cost less than $455.

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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
Countertop1000 to 1199 WWhiten/a$411.31
as of 11/04/2026 16:36 PST - Details
Over the range1000 to 1199 WStainless steeln/a$499.00
as of 11/04/2026 02:39 PST - Details
Countertop1.0 to 1.4 cu ft1000 to 1199 W8.9$477.93
as of 11/04/2026 06:35 PST - Details
Over the range1.5 to 1.9 cu ft1000 to 1199 W7.9$439.00
as of 11/03/2026 23:48 PST - Details
Over the range1.0 to 1.4 cu ft1000 to 1199 WStainless steel7.9$478.63
as of 11/04/2026 00:12 PST - Details
Over the range1.0 to 1.4 cu ft1000 to 1199 WBlack7.9$469.00
as of 11/04/2026 09:40 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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