Best Countertop Microwaves Updated January 2026

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Best Countertop Microwaves
2026 Buyer's GuideUpdated January 2026
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TOSHIBA EM131A5C-BS Countertop Microwave Ovens 1.2 Cu Ft, 12.4" Removable Turntable Smart Humidity Sensor 12 Auto Menus Mute Fu...
Size: 1.2 cu ft
Power: 1,100 watts
Presets: 10 power levels & 6 auto-cook
Dimensions: 20.5" wide x 16" deep x 12.8" tall
Advanced Cooking Features: Smart sensors

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TOSHIBA EM131A5C-BS Countertop Microwave Ovens 1.2 Cu Ft, 12.4" Removable Turntable Smart Humidity Sensor 12 Auto Menus Mute Fu...
Size: 1.2 cu ft
Power: 1,100 watts
Presets: 10 power levels & 6 auto-cook
Dimensions: 20.5" wide x 16" deep x 12.8" tall
Advanced Cooking Features: Smart sensors
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9.6

TOSHIBA ML-EM45PIT(BS) Countertop Microwave Oven with Inverter Technology, Kitchen Essentials, Smart Sensor, Auto Defrost, 1.6 ...
Size: 1.6 cu ft
Power: 1,250 watts
Presets: 10 power levels & 6 auto-cook
Dimensions: 21.8" wide x 19.2" deep x 13" tall
Advanced Cooking Features: Inverter technology, smart sensors
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TOSHIBA ML-EM45PIT(BS) Countertop Microwave Oven with Inverter Technology, Kitchen Essentials, Smart Sensor, Auto Defrost, 1.6 ...
Size: 1.6 cu ft
Power: 1,250 watts
Presets: 10 power levels & 6 auto-cook
Dimensions: 21.8" wide x 19.2" deep x 13" tall
Advanced Cooking Features: Inverter technology, smart sensors
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9.3

Farberware 1.6 Cu. Ft. Countertop Microwave Oven – 1100 Watts Power, Smart Sensor Auto Cook Settings, Defrost, Easy Clean and C...
Size: 1.6 cu ft
Power: 1,100 watts
Presets: 10 power levels & 6 auto-cook
Dimensions: 21.9" wide x 19.5" deep x 12.8" tall
Advanced Cooking Features: Smart sensors

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Farberware 1.6 Cu. Ft. Countertop Microwave Oven – 1100 Watts Power, Smart Sensor Auto Cook Settings, Defrost, Easy Clean and C...
Size: 1.6 cu ft
Power: 1,100 watts
Presets: 10 power levels & 6 auto-cook
Dimensions: 21.9" wide x 19.5" deep x 12.8" tall
Advanced Cooking Features: Smart sensors
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9.1

TOSHIBA ML-EM09PA(SS) Small Microwave Oven with 6 Auto Menus, Mute Function & Child Lock, LED Lighting, Perfect for Apartments ...
Size: 0.9 cu ft
Power: 900 watts
Presets: 11 power levels & 6 auto-cook
Dimensions: 18.7" wide x 14.7" deep x 10.7" tall
Advanced Cooking Features: Smart sensors

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TOSHIBA ML-EM09PA(SS) Small Microwave Oven with 6 Auto Menus, Mute Function & Child Lock, LED Lighting, Perfect for Apartments ...
Size: 0.9 cu ft
Power: 900 watts
Presets: 11 power levels & 6 auto-cook
Dimensions: 18.7" wide x 14.7" deep x 10.7" tall
Advanced Cooking Features: Smart sensors
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9.0

Chefman Countertop Microwave Oven 0.9 Cu. Ft. Digital Stainless Steel Microwave 900 Watt with 6 Presets, Eco Mode, Mute Option,...
Size: 0.9 cu ft
Power: 900 watts
Presets: 10 power levels & 6 auto-cook
Dimensions: 19.1" wide x 14.8" deep x 11.5" tall
Advanced Cooking Features: None

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Chefman Countertop Microwave Oven 0.9 Cu. Ft. Digital Stainless Steel Microwave 900 Watt with 6 Presets, Eco Mode, Mute Option,...
Size: 0.9 cu ft
Power: 900 watts
Presets: 10 power levels & 6 auto-cook
Dimensions: 19.1" wide x 14.8" deep x 11.5" tall
Advanced Cooking Features: None
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8.9

TOSHIBA ML-EM09PA(BS) Small Microwave Oven with 6 Auto Menus, Mute Function & Child Lock, LED Lighting, Perfect for Apartment, ...
Size: 0.9 cu ft
Power: 900 watts
Presets: 11 power levels & 6 auto-cook
Dimensions: 18.7" wide x 14.7" deep x 10.7" tall
Advanced Cooking Features: None

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TOSHIBA ML-EM09PA(BS) Small Microwave Oven with 6 Auto Menus, Mute Function & Child Lock, LED Lighting, Perfect for Apartment, ...
Size: 0.9 cu ft
Power: 900 watts
Presets: 11 power levels & 6 auto-cook
Dimensions: 18.7" wide x 14.7" deep x 10.7" tall
Advanced Cooking Features: None
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8.8

GE GCST10A1WSS 1.0 Cu Ft Convection Microwave Oven, 1050W Countertop Air Fry Microwave with Broil & Crisper Pan, Compact Stainl...
Size: 1 cu ft
Power: 1,050 watts
Presets: 10 power levels & 12 auto-cook
Dimensions: 20.6" wide x 16.6" deep x 11.9" tall
Advanced Cooking Features: Air fryer, convection oven

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GE GCST10A1WSS 1.0 Cu Ft Convection Microwave Oven, 1050W Countertop Air Fry Microwave with Broil & Crisper Pan, Compact Stainl...
Size: 1 cu ft
Power: 1,050 watts
Presets: 10 power levels & 12 auto-cook
Dimensions: 20.6" wide x 16.6" deep x 11.9" tall
Advanced Cooking Features: Air fryer, convection oven
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8.6

Chefman Countertop Microwave Oven 0.7 Cu. Ft., 700 Watts with 10 Power Levels, 6 Cooking Presets with One-Touch Express Cook, E...
Size: 0.7 cu ft
Power: 700 watts
Presets: 10 power levels & 6 auto-cook
Dimensions: 17.5" wide x 12.9" deep x 9.5" tall
Advanced Cooking Features: None

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Chefman Countertop Microwave Oven 0.7 Cu. Ft., 700 Watts with 10 Power Levels, 6 Cooking Presets with One-Touch Express Cook, E...
Size: 0.7 cu ft
Power: 700 watts
Presets: 10 power levels & 6 auto-cook
Dimensions: 17.5" wide x 12.9" deep x 9.5" tall
Advanced Cooking Features: None
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TOSHIBA EM131A5C-SS Countertop Microwave Ovens 1.2 Cu Ft with 12.4" Removable Turntable Smart Humidity Sensor, 12 Auto Menus Mu...
Size: 1.2 cu ft
Power: 1,100 watts
Presets: 10 power levels & 12 auto-cook
Dimensions: 20.5" wide x 17.1" deep x 12.8" tall
Advanced Cooking Features: Smart sensors

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TOSHIBA EM131A5C-SS Countertop Microwave Ovens 1.2 Cu Ft with 12.4" Removable Turntable Smart Humidity Sensor, 12 Auto Menus Mu...
Size: 1.2 cu ft
Power: 1,100 watts
Presets: 10 power levels & 12 auto-cook
Dimensions: 20.5" wide x 17.1" deep x 12.8" tall
Advanced Cooking Features: Smart sensors
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8.4

COMFEE' EM720CPL-PMB Countertop Microwave Oven with Sound On/Off, ECO Mode and Easy One-Touch Buttons, 0.7cu.ft, 700W, Black
Size: 0.7 cu ft
Power: 700 watts
Presets: 11 power levels & 6 auto-cook
Dimensions: 17.3" wide x 13" deep x 10.2" tall
Advanced Cooking Features: None

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COMFEE' EM720CPL-PMB Countertop Microwave Oven with Sound On/Off, ECO Mode and Easy One-Touch Buttons, 0.7cu.ft, 700W, Black
Size: 0.7 cu ft
Power: 700 watts
Presets: 11 power levels & 6 auto-cook
Dimensions: 17.3" wide x 13" deep x 10.2" tall
Advanced Cooking Features: None

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9.9

TOSHIBA EM131A5C-BS Countertop Microwave Ovens 1.2 Cu Ft, 12.4" Removable Turntable Smart Humidity Sensor 12 Auto Menus Mute Fu...
Size: 1.2 cu ft
Power: 1,100 watts
Presets: 10 power levels & 6 auto-cook
Dimensions: 20.5" wide x 16" deep x 12.8" tall
Advanced Cooking Features: Smart sensors

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TOSHIBA EM131A5C-BS Countertop Microwave Ovens 1.2 Cu Ft, 12.4" Removable Turntable Smart Humidity Sensor 12 Auto Menus Mute Fu...
Size: 1.2 cu ft
Power: 1,100 watts
Presets: 10 power levels & 6 auto-cook
Dimensions: 20.5" wide x 16" deep x 12.8" tall
Advanced Cooking Features: Smart sensors

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1. Toshiba EM131A5C-BS Countertop Microwave
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2. Toshiba ML-EM45PIT Countertop Microwave
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3. Farberware Countertop Microwave
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4. Toshiba ML-EM09PA Small Microwave
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5. Chefman Countertop Microwave Oven
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8. Chefman Black Countertop Microwave Oven
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9. Toshiba EM131A5C-SS Microwave Oven
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Size
1.2 cu ft 1.6 cu ft 1.6 cu ft 0.9 cu ft 0.9 cu ft 0.9 cu ft 1 cu ft 0.7 cu ft 1.2 cu ft 0.7 cu ft
Size
1.2 cu ft 1.6 cu ft 1.6 cu ft 0.9 cu ft 0.9 cu ft 0.9 cu ft 1 cu ft 0.7 cu ft 1.2 cu ft 0.7 cu ft
Power
1,100 watts 1,250 watts 1,100 watts 900 watts 900 watts 900 watts 1,050 watts 700 watts 1,100 watts 700 watts
Power
1,100 watts 1,250 watts 1,100 watts 900 watts 900 watts 900 watts 1,050 watts 700 watts 1,100 watts 700 watts
Presets
10 power levels & 6 auto-cook 10 power levels & 6 auto-cook 10 power levels & 6 auto-cook 11 power levels & 6 auto-cook 10 power levels & 6 auto-cook 11 power levels & 6 auto-cook 10 power levels & 12 auto-cook 10 power levels & 6 auto-cook 10 power levels & 12 auto-cook 11 power levels & 6 auto-cook
Presets
10 power levels & 6 auto-cook 10 power levels & 6 auto-cook 10 power levels & 6 auto-cook 11 power levels & 6 auto-cook 10 power levels & 6 auto-cook 11 power levels & 6 auto-cook 10 power levels & 12 auto-cook 10 power levels & 6 auto-cook 10 power levels & 12 auto-cook 11 power levels & 6 auto-cook
Dimensions
20.5" wide x 16" deep x 12.8" tall 21.8" wide x 19.2" deep x 13" tall 21.9" wide x 19.5" deep x 12.8" tall 18.7" wide x 14.7" deep x 10.7" tall 19.1" wide x 14.8" deep x 11.5" tall 18.7" wide x 14.7" deep x 10.7" tall 20.6" wide x 16.6" deep x 11.9" tall 17.5" wide x 12.9" deep x 9.5" tall 20.5" wide x 17.1" deep x 12.8" tall 17.3" wide x 13" deep x 10.2" tall
Dimensions
20.5" wide x 16" deep x 12.8" tall 21.8" wide x 19.2" deep x 13" tall 21.9" wide x 19.5" deep x 12.8" tall 18.7" wide x 14.7" deep x 10.7" tall 19.1" wide x 14.8" deep x 11.5" tall 18.7" wide x 14.7" deep x 10.7" tall 20.6" wide x 16.6" deep x 11.9" tall 17.5" wide x 12.9" deep x 9.5" tall 20.5" wide x 17.1" deep x 12.8" tall 17.3" wide x 13" deep x 10.2" tall
Advanced Cooking Features
Smart sensors Inverter technology, smart sensors Smart sensors Smart sensors None None Air fryer, convection oven None Smart sensors None
Advanced Cooking Features
Smart sensors Inverter technology, smart sensors Smart sensors Smart sensors None None Air fryer, convection oven None Smart sensors None