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Microwave Ovens under $500

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2 microwave ovens under $500 from Panasonic, Profile, BLACK+DECKER and more. Prices run $430 to $474.

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
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

Compare specs

microwave ovenTypeCapacityWattageFinishSpec scorePrice
Countertop1.0 to 1.4 cu ft1200 W or more8.5$429.95
as of 11/04/2026 00:35 PST - Details
Countertop2.0 cu ft or more1200 W or moreStainless steel8.5$474.95
as of 11/04/2026 00:36 PST - Details

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